As mentioned in previous updates, on June 10th, Council adopted amendments reducing the percentage of adaptable units required for new multi-family buildings to the Provincially-required 20%. The City reduced its requirement from 30% to 20% to ensure alignment with the BC Building Code (BCBC) 2024, provide clarity for applicants, and reflect feedback from the development industry and consideration of broader economic pressures.  

More information can be found in the full report by City staff. 

May 27, 2025

At the Committee of Council meeting on May 13th, Council approved reducing the percentage of adaptable units required for new multi-family buildings to the Provincially required 20%. The City reduced its requirement from 30% to 20% to ensure alignment with the BC Building Code (BCBC) 2024, provide clarity for applicants, and reflect feedback from the development industry and consideration of broader economic pressures. 

More information can be found in the full report by City staff.