Episode 4: The Economics of Housing Supply: How affordability and density go hand in hand

District B-Sides

11-02-2021 • 20 mins

Guest: Sarah Ellis, City of Vancouver Housing Planner

Hear from City of Vancouver Housing Planner and local Squamish resident, Sarah Ellis on making housing more attainable, and how density housing, such as duplexes and townhomes, can help to create a more vibrant, accessible and diverse community over time.

Show notes:

In this episode you'll hear about:

  • What makes Squamish so attractive to young professionals;
  • Different types of housing forms and why they are necessary to ensure a diverse and vibrant community;
  • How diverse housing can help to ensure residents of all income levels can remain in communities;
  • What types of housing are accessible to first-time buyers.