by VRBA | May 31, 2023 | Blog, Building Code, news
The foundation of building codes is health and safety. Consumer protection must always be the first consideration for code changes. VRBA does extensive research before supporting changes such as fast-tracking energy efficiency in the BC Step Code. Past unintended... read more
by VRBA | May 17, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
There are interesting new housing policies emerging in Vancouver since last year’s municipal election. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim promised to improve housing and appears to be proceeding on that path. This is a promise made by many council candidates at election time,... read more
by VRBA | May 15, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
CMHC reports housing starts in Greater Victoria are still up 2.5% year-to-date Jan to April 2023 at 1,179 units vs 1,150 units in 2022. However, April 2023 starts were only 91, while April 2022 posted 330 and March 2023 was 325. Housing starts suffered a big drop of... read more
by VRBA | May 9, 2023 | Blog, Building Code, news
There have been a number of earthquakes recently with a magnitude of over 4 occurring on BC’s coast. There are hundreds of tremors and smaller earthquakes annually in our region that usually go unnoticed. This seismic activity is a constant reminder that we live in a... read more
by VRBA | Apr 18, 2023 | Blog, Building Code, Housing data, news
BC’s Ministry of Housing recently announced plans to digitize the building permit process and code, which is currently only available in print or PDF format. The Ministry says a digitized code will make it faster and easier for builders and building inspectors to... read more
by VRBA | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog, Housing data
Members of the Victoria Residential Builders Association met with Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing last week to exchange views and discuss opportunities to boost supply and affordability. Members’ concerns included a lack of missing middle housing (townhomes,... read more
