Vancouver Sun columnist Shelley Fralic interviewed Patricia Fraser about her yet-to-be-completed laneway home, as well as her evangelism for small living. Patricia talks about the benefits of downsizing and that while the package may look small on the outside, it's what's on the inside that counts. Also important to our client is the desire to be close to her children and grandchildren without paying the premium that Vancouver commands on a detached home. Read the full article here.
In Vancouver, hardscape surfaces (driveways, patios, walkways, parking pads, etc.) are regulated by how much of your home's lot may be covered by impermeable materials. For most properties, the maximum impermeable materials site coverage is capped, typically at 60% or 70%, depending on zoning.
As urban density increases and housing affordability tightens in Vancouver, laneway homes have become a popular way to add functional, beautiful living space as a mortgage helper or for generational living. But while the idea of building a stylish backyard home is exciting, designing one within Vancouver’s constraints is far from simple.
When considering hiring a design-build home builder, you want to find a good fit in terms of experience, communication, transparency, and process. Here are 6 questions we recommend you ask your potential home builder.
