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Maple Ridge is Launching a Concierge Service for Developers

Maple Ridge is launching B.C.'s first development concierge service to fast-track approvals for priority projects like affordable housing and industrial builds. The initiative aims to attract investment, boost housing supply, and streamline processes, positioning the city as a developer-friendly destination. The pilot will begin in September.

Maple Ridge Launches Digital System to Speed Up Approvals

City of Maple Ridge has launched a new digital system to streamline building permit processes. Initially targeting commercial users, the system enables online submissions, improving efficiency and communication. It will expand to other permits in 2025 as part of a broader modernization effort to enhance transparency and approval speed.

Maple Ridge is Creating a Concierge Service for Developers

Maple Ridge is launching a concierge service for developers. This initiative aims to provide developers with guidance and support, ensuring smoother navigation through the city's regulations and procedures. The service is expected to facilitate more efficient project approvals and enhance communication between developers and the city.

BC Grants SSMUH Zoning Extensions to 21 Communities

BC has granted extensions to 21 communities to comply with new housing laws. The original deadline was June 30. The extensions, ranging from 2024 to 2030, include Coquitlam, Richmond, North Vancouver, and Kamloops. Maple Ridge, Township of Langley, Sooke, and others were denied extensions.

BC Helps Non-Profits Purchase 3 Lower Mainland Properties

The BC government has helped non-profits purchase 147 affordable homes through the Rental Protection Fund. The properties include Parkwood Gardens in Burnaby, Brookside Gardens in Maple Ridge, and a 24-unit property at 8820 Cartier St. in Vancouver. This initiative aims to protect residents from rent hikes and speculative buying.

Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Outperform Surrounding Cities

Home sales in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows remained steady through the summer, despite a broader slowdown in the Greater Vancouver region. Sales were 17% lower compared to August 2023 and 26% below the 10-year seasonal average. However, prices remained stable, with detached homes at a benchmark of $1.3M.