Strategic Initiatives Fund: City of Quesnel

CITY OF QUESNEL SETS SIGHTS ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING, RENTAL STOCK IN THE COMMUNITY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PINE BEETLE RECOVERY

The City of Quesnel was approved for $86,265 under the Strategic Initiatives Fund program that will increase the stock of low and moderate-income housing for young professionals, students and seniors.

Using a strategic approach, this project targets different aspects of the ADU (accessory dwelling unit) development process with a large focus on public awareness and engagement at each stage. The project components consist of several aspects including accessory dwelling design plans, website landing page upgrades, public awareness and education campaigns, and a building permit and step code rebate incentive program.

“The importance of increasing the housing stock in Quesnel is imperative for meeting our current housing needs and facilitating growth and diversity in our economy. An initiative such as the Accessory Dwelling Unit Incentive Project gives us the ability to increase our housing supply through densification instead of sprawl,” said City of Quesnel Mayor Bob Simpson.

This project will complement the work the city has already completed towards increasing rental stock within the city. The finalized works include updating neighbourhood zoning and bylaws to permit multiple types of ADU’s and providing a rebate incentive for the renovations to include a secondary suite in a pre-existing family home.

Renderings: City of Quesnel