Buying a home is the largest investment most people will make in their lives. Home buyers in B.C. have more confidence when making that investment, thanks to steps taken by the Province to strengthen home inspector licensing.

BC Housing manages the Housing Registry, a central database of subsidized housing, used by families/individuals applying for units managed by BC Housing and a number of non-profit and co-operative housing providers.

As strata properties reach the end of their life cycle, owners may choose to sell instead of making costly repairs. Strata owners are now able to terminate a strata corporation with an 80% vote of all owners instead of the previous unanimous voting requirement.

Fixed-term tenancy agreements balance the needs and interests of landlords and tenants, providing security of tenure for tenants and guaranteed income for landlords.

Manufactured home park owners who wish to use the property for a different purpose must follow certain rules.  These provisions balance the park owner’s need to manage the use of their land with the home owner’s need for stability and time to plan their relocation.

Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material that was used extensively in construction from the 1950s to 1990s due to its low cost, resistance to fire and insulating properties. It is commonly used in spray-applied fireproofing, mechanical insulation, linoleum, floor tiles, drywall taping compound, vermiculite, cement board and tiles, cement pipes and textured decorative coating.

The Province updated the Residential Tenancy Act in 2004 after consulting with the public and added a provision for pet damage deposits to help encourage landlords to accept pets in their buildings and rental units.

For the 1.5 million British Columbians who own, live in or work in strata units, resolving strata claims is easier and more convenient thanks to a justice system that is accessible, and where disputes are resolved earlier and out of court.

The B.C. government is providing more than $203 million this year for more than 14,000 emergency shelter spaces, subsidized units and rent supplements to support people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across British Columbia.

B.C.’s Residential Tenancy Act includes rules that all landlords must follow before ending a tenancy in order to demolish the rental unit or do extensive renovations or repairs. These rules protect tenants while still allowing building owners to maintain their buildings.