Nearly 600 rental homes, supportive housing units, and shelter beds proposed for Surrey
Surrey could see approximately 600 new affordable homes and shelter spaces built across three sites, as the provincial government — through BC Housing — and the City of Surrey are partnering on a series of building development projects.
On Friday, the provincial government it will support three projects that will generate a combined total of 100 supportive housing units, 20 complex-care housing units, 40 shelter spaces, and 430 affordable rental homes.
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All three developments are contingent on Surrey City Council’s approval of the rezoning applications.
The largest of the three projects is proposed for Semiahmoo Town Centre, at 15238 19 Ave. and 1880 152 St. There will be 260 homes, including 200 affordable rental units, 40 supportive housing units, and 20 complex-care housing units, which offers a much higher degree of access to health services compared to supportive housing.
In Surrey City Centre, a development at 13633 Grosvenor Rd. would create 100 spaces — split between 60 supportive housing units and 40 shelter spaces. This site will specifically help meet urgent needs by giving people experiencing homelessness safer alternatives to sleeping outdoors. The City of Surrey has contributed land for this project.
The third project, located at 13216 104 Ave., is the proposed Mayflower Housing Co-operative, which would deliver 230 affordable rental homes for low- to moderate-income households.
With Surrey recognized as the fastest-growing city in B.C., Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke said the developments are part of a broader strategy to manage surging demand.
“Through strong partnership with the Province, we are making progress to deliver safe, stable homes and supports our residents deserve,” said Locke.
If approved by the municipal government, provincial funding details for these Surrey projects will be announced closer to groundbreaking. Public consultations will also be held on the Semiahmoo and City Centre projects before final decisions are made.
“People have different housing needs, and we’re working hard to help everyone find a place to live that suits them,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs.
“With our municipal partners, we’re helping people find an affordable home near their jobs and loved ones. At the same time, we’re bringing people indoors to connect them to the supports they need to rebuild their lives.”
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