A story in yesterday’s National Post online featured the renovation of a 110 year old building to include “micro-lofts” in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. The 270 square foot “apartments” rent for $675 and up.
This probably isn’t a solution to the homelessness crisis plaguing Vancouver. It’s more of an attempt to introduce mixed income housing to a long-term poverty stricken, crime ridden neighbourhood. The lofts would appeal to students, or younger people just joining the workforce. There's no tub in the lofts, just a one-piece shower/toilet/sink.
It’s a new way (to some) to work through the affordable housing file. I think I like it. I wonder if this would fly in Saint John?
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