SOCIO-ECONOMIC RESEARCH
HOUSING AFFORDABILITY
Accessory Dwelling Units: Case Studies and Best Practices from BC Communities
Description Many B.C. municipalities now have policies and zoning in place to allow for secondary suites and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Despite the introduction of the policies, there has been a slow uptake in adding secondary suites and ADUs. This research project looks to understand the current situation in B.C.’s small and medium-sized communities including the main barriers to the construction of ADUs and lessons learned. The research findings will be used to develop a set of best practice guidelines that will encourage and support a greater uptake of ADU housing units throughout B.C. Impact Providing best practice guidelines to encourage greater use of accessory dwelling units in B.C.’s small- and medium-sized communities will help ease the lack of rental housing and improve housing diversity in the province.
Status: Report available online at www.bchousing.org Partners: WCS Engagement + Planning Audience: Builders, planners, and non-profit housing sector
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HOUSING RESEARCH & EDUCATION PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS | JULY 2021
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