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Editor’s Note July 1, 2015: Comox Strathcona Waste Management Issues Two Tenders
In This Issue Comox Strathcona Waste Management issues tender for fencing in Campbell River; City of Campbell River requests proposals for sports lighting at Robron Park; and Request for Quotations issued for construction of Hornby Island product care building. Comox...
Around Town: City of Courtenay Extends Commenting Period for Proposed New Development Cost Charges
In support of the City of Courtenay's Development Cost Charges (DCC) Bylaw revision project, staff is seeking feedback from the development industry and public at large regarding information on proposed DCC increases presented at a public information session on June...
Editor’s Note June 24, 2015: Detailed Design Underway for New Municipal Water Supply in Campbell River
In This Issue: Detailed design underway for new municipal water supply in Campbell River, Nicon Developments Ltd. submits development permit application for townhouse project, and BC Ferry Services Inc. issues RFP for architectural and engineering services at Denman...
Keep Cool This Summer with Budget Blinds Vancouver Island
One of the best ways to keep your home cool during the hot summer months is with a cellular or solar roller shade from Budget Blinds Vancouver Island in Courtenay, Comox and Campbell River. Budget Blinds Signature Series helps insulate your windows and keep out the...
The Ridge Offers Desirable Building Lots for Sale in Courtenay
The Ridge on Vancouver Island is a multi-phase residential building project with building lots for sale located in the Comox Valley. Custom home and single family home builders will find lots for sale with features desired by home buyers. The Ridge offers some of the...
Around Town: City of Campbell River Renews Downtown Façade Improvement Program
The City of Campbell River is offering a façade improvement-funding program for the second year in a row. Commercial storefronts, restaurants, and offices within a special revitalization area of downtown Campbell River can receive up to 50% of costs – to a maximum of...
Editor’s Note June 17, 2015: Courtenay Proposing Large Increase to DCC’s
Last week, I attended a meeting hosted by the City of Courtenay with regards to their proposed plans to raise Development Cost Charges (DCC's). The City announced on June 1 that they would be holding a public meeting on June 9. They are seeking feedback from the...
Custom Rancher from Integra Homes for Sale in Crown Isle
A new 1,700 sq. ft. rancher is under construction in Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community in Courtenay on Vancouver Island. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home for sale is built by Integra Homes, one of Crown Isle’s partner builders. This new home for sale...
DeLuca Veale Hosting Real Estate Investment Information Meetings June 17 and 24
Local investment counsel Deluca Veale is hosting a local real estate investment information meeting this Wednesday June 17th at 7 pm at Crown Isle. A second session will be held June 24th in Campbell River at the Comfort Inn. The seminar is an introduction for...
Around Town: BCREA 2nd Quarter Housing Forecast
The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA), in its 2nd Quarter Housing Forecast, stated that housing demand across the province this year is expected to produce the highest level of unit sales since 2007. The alignment of economic growth, consumer confidence...