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City of Burnaby Accepting Applications for Laneway Houses Beginning September 18, 2023

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Starting September 18, 2023 Burnaby City is welcoming applications for laneway homes and secondary suites in semi-detached houses. These new housing options will broaden choices for homeowners and renters without altering the city’s neighborhood character. Both laneway homes and semi-detached suites cannot be sold separately from the main residence and are expected to be utilized for intergenerational housing, providing separate living spaces for family members on a shared property.

  Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley expressed, “This is a significant step forward for our efforts to increase housing in Burnaby while preserving the local character cherished by residents in single-family neighborhoods.”

Details on the application process will be accessible on the City’s website starting September 18.

These innovative housing forms mark the initial phase of Burnaby’s Housing Choices program, aimed at introducing adaptable housing solutions to residential neighborhoods. Burnaby meticulously refined regulations and guidelines for these housing types through a year-long engagement process, beginning in spring 2022. This process involved extensive consultation with stakeholders, including residents in single/two-family home areas, housing advocacy groups, potential builders, and transportation organizations. Public surveys, open houses, and resident workshops were conducted to understand stakeholder preferences for laneway home regulations, including parking, green space, home size, and lot eligibility. Today’s bylaw amendments reflect the collected feedback, striking a balance between existing neighborhood character and the need for additional housing.

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If you’re a Burnaby homeowner looking to make the most of your property and embrace the laneway home trend, Silvercrest Custom Homes is your trusted partner. Contact them today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards unlocking the full potential of your Burnaby property. With Silvercrest Custom Homes by your side, your laneway home dreams can become a reality.

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What is the City of Burnaby allowing for minimum parking spots and maximum size of laneway house?

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The city of Burnaby is seeking feedback from residents regarding new laneway housing rules that are being considered. According to Burnaby Now, the proposed rules include a requirement for one parking spot, and a maximum size of 1500 square feet for laneway houses. Additionally, laneway houses in the Heights area of Burnaby would be limited to two storeys maximum, with a sloping roof that can’t exceed 24.9 feet in height. However, homeowners who build their laneway homes to energy-efficient standards like passive house, net-zero, or B.C. Energy Step Code 5 buildings could be eligible for an additional 1.6 feet of height.

 

This news is of particular interest to Silvercrest Custom Homes, a leading custom home builder in the Vancouver area. Silvercrest Custom Homes has a certified passive house tradesperson and a certified passive house design/consultant on their team, making them well-suited to build laneway houses that meet the city’s energy-efficient standards. Passive house design is a construction method that focuses on creating a highly efficient, airtight building envelope, with a goal of significantly reducing the energy required to heat and cool the building. A passive house building can reduce energy consumption by up to 90%, making it a highly desirable option for homeowners looking to minimize their environmental impact while also saving money on their energy bills.

 

Silvercrest Custom Homes has a wealth of experience designing and building custom homes throughout the Vancouver area. They specialize in using sustainable materials and practices to create energy-efficient homes that are both beautiful and functional. Their team of experts is dedicated to providing personalized service to each client, ensuring that every detail is attended to throughout the design and construction process.

 

If you’re considering building a laneway house in Burnaby, it’s important to work with a builder who has experience in energy-efficient construction methods like passive house. By partnering with a company like Silvercrest Custom Homes, you can ensure that your new home will be designed and built to the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Contact Silvercrest Custom Homes today to learn more about their services and how they can help you build the laneway house of your dreams.