Housing

Housing

Builders welcome CRD permit changes but question efficiency gains

Casey Edge of the Victoria Residential Builders Association thinks Kulmala hit the nail on the head when he said what really matters is how the new bylaw is carried out.

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James Bay residents rail against Victoria's proposed OCP

Mark Brennae
April 17, 2025

“We want balanced development that protects affordable housing, preserves our heritage, and maintains our green spaces.” — James Bay Coalition spokesperson Mariann Burka.

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Island’s tallest tower proposed for Blanshard and Pandora

Mark Brennae
January 27, 2025

A major gain for the city, the builder says, are the 321 proposed units that would help contribute up to 30% of Victoria’s annual housing targets and the 99 propounded two- and three-bedroom units which would surpass what is needed yearly for family housing.

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Annual BC Assessment highlights factors impacting Greater Victoria market

Diverse issues from property taxes to investor buyers are affecting housing prices in the CRD.

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Cool Aid ready to launch the new Crosstown multi-use housing development

New tenants are expected to move into Crosstown sometime in February.

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Victoria mayor calls for support to fill gaps in services and housing in the CRD

After carrying the lion’s share of regional social service and housing provision, Alto asks other municipalities to step up

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Victoria studio apartments going up for prisoners getting out

Mark Brennae
June 19, 2024

28 studio apartments will be dedicated to those looking for a fresh start after leaving a correctional institution.

Housing

Tenants in an Esquimalt building worry they may be renovicted

Mark Brennae
May 1, 2024

Residents at 519 Sturdee received eviction notices so the new owner can renovate