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Editor’s Note October 11, 2017: Stats show huge trend in secondary suites and carriage homes
We feature the third quarter statistics for the building permit and construction values for the Comox Valley and Campbell River areas in this issue. There has been a reported increase of 238% in the construction of secondary suites and carriage homes. In many...
Around Town: VIREB Report for September of 2017
Strong economic fundamentals are underpinning housing activity in British Columbia, particularly in the southern half of the province. The B.C. economy has expanded at above-trend growth for over three years, with 2017 expected to be the fourth consecutive year of...
Editor’s Note October 4, 2017: $4.2M Building Permit Issued for 525 Dogwood St. Campbell River
In This Issue A building permit has been issued in the amount of $4.2 million for new 70-unit building in Campbell River Trade and supply bids are being sought for 35-unit residential project in Courtenay Namgis First Nation seeking proposals for the design of the...
Around Town: Cumberland Seeking Homelessness and Affordable Housing Committee Volunteers
Are you interested in supporting and facilitating affordable housing in Cumberland? Would you like to give input on how the Village can accommodate individuals who are homeless or underhoused? Council is seeking volunteers for its Homelessness and Affordable Housing...
Editor’s Note September 27, 2017: Building permit submitted for proposed 34-unit rental housing on 31st Street in Courtenay
In This Issue: Building permit submitted for proposed 34-unit rental housing on 31st Street in Courtenay Public Hearing held for proposed multi-residential project on Kilpatrick in Courtenay Hornby Island Arts Council submits development application for proposed Arts...
Around Town: VIREB Statistics as of September 1, 2017
The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) reports that single-family home sales dipped in August, down to 540 from last year’s 622, a decrease of 13 per cent. Although fewer units are moving, the board attributes it to lack of inventory, not a cooling market. In...
Editor’s Note September 20, 2017: Campbell River seeking input regarding 3.5 acre public waterfront property
In This Issue: Campbell River seeking input regarding 3.5 acre public waterfront property The K’ómoks First Nation and City of Courtenay reach agreement regarding the former Field's sawmill site in Courtenay New Leachate treatment facility set to open soon in...
Around Town: Builders forum in Campbell River on Sept 20
Local builders and general contractors are invited to meet the City of Campbell River's newest building inspectors and to learn more about the Canadian Home Builder Association. A lunchtime meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 20 at the Enterprise Centre. The...
Editor’s Note: New mixed multi-residential and commercial development proposed for Courtenay
Inside This Issue: New mixed multi-residential and commercial development proposed for Courtenay 12-acre property in Comox has been cleared for a new subdivision Two four-storey apartment buildings proposed for Courtenay New mixed multi-residential and...
Fire Protection and Detection Services Offered by Vancouver Island Office of Viking Fire Protection Inc.
Viking Fire Protection Inc. is a Canadian company specializing mainly in the fields of fire protection and detection. In business since 1930, Viking has become a nationwide leader in its field and has offices in 14 cities across Canada. Viking is well established on...