N.B. survey shows demand for more affordable housing
The City of North Battleford’s housing needs survey shows an “overwhelming” number of residents want more affordable housing.
Consulting firm V3 Companies from Saskatoon presented the results of the survey at two public open house meetings on Nov. 2.
Urban planner Alan Wallace said an “overwhelming amount” of people who completed the survey identified the following projects as priorities for city tax abatement incentives: affordable rental apartments/housing; supportive housing; and entry-level ownership housing.
“One of the hardest things to save for is a down payment [for a first home],” said Wallace.