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Tuesday, April 9, 2024 9:15 AM
Improvements to the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) program and a one-time rental benefit of $430 will bring relief for families and seniors with low incomes who are receiving a rent subsidy through the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) and SAFER program.
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Wednesday, April 3, 2024 1:56 PM
New measures are coming that will improve the ability of local governments to build more affordable, livable communities for people and help tenants facing eviction from redevelopment.
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Friday, March 8, 2024 11:45 AM
The Province has updated the Provincial Policy Manual: Transit-Oriented Areas (TOA manual) to ensure local governments are supported in delivering the housing and amenities people need in areas near transit hubs.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024 12:15 PM
More renters with low to moderate incomes will be able to get financial support as the Province provides additional funding to BC Rent Bank to help people sustain their housing when faced with an unanticipated financial challenge.
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024 1:00 PM
More affordable housing options are on the way for people in B.C. as eligibility for the upcoming Secondary Suites Incentive Program (SSIP) is being expanded to 15 regional districts.
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Friday, January 26, 2024 8:45 AM
The Province has issued a request for proposal (RFP) seeking a response from consultants with expertise in building design, engineering, and fire and life safety to better understand the potential for single egress stair (SES) designs in B.C. buildings.
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Thursday, January 18, 2024 12:07 PM
Changes to the Residential Tenancy Regulation (RTR) will provide increased safety for staff and tenants living in supportive housing.
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023 9:00 AM
Renters and landlords in B.C. are seeing faster and more efficient residential tenancy dispute resolutions thanks to government’s recent service improvements.
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Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:35 PM
Regulations and policy manuals have been issued to further support local governments as they work in partnership with homebuilders to deliver more homes for people.
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Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:30 AM
New regulations will make it easier for people living in strata developments to request electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations where they live.
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