Richmond is home to a range of affordable housing options for low and middle income households, including individuals, families, persons with disabilities, and seniors. This guide contains information on how to apply for a range of affordable housing options available in the city. The Affordable Housing Guide is divided into three sections based on different types of affordable housing available in Richmond and includes the following sections: • Non-market/subsidized housing; • Housing co-operatives; and • Low End Market Rental (LEMR) units Assisted housing options are not included in this guide, but may be found on the following websites: • Vancouver Coastal Health: http://www.vch.ca/your-care/home-community-care • Seniors Services Society: http://www.seniorsservicessociety.ca/ The City of Richmond Affordable Housing Guide is available online at: https://www.richmond.ca/plandev/socialplan/housing/affordablehousingtypes.htm City of Richmond Affordable Housing Guide May 2019
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Richmond is home to a range of affordable housing options for low and middle income households, including individuals, families, persons with disabilities, and seniors. This guide contains information on how to apply for a range of affordable housing options available in the city.
The Affordable Housing Guide is divided into three sections based on different types of affordable housing available in Richmond and includes the following sections:
• Non-market/subsidized housing;• Housing co-operatives; and• Low End Market Rental (LEMR) units
Assisted housing options are not included in this guide, but may be found on the following websites:
• Vancouver Coastal Health: http://www.vch.ca/your-care/home-community-care
The City of Richmond Affordable Housing Guide is available online at: https://www.richmond.ca/plandev/socialplan/housing/affordablehousingtypes.htm
City of Richmond
Affordable Housing Guide
May 2019
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Non-Market/Subsidized HousingNon-market and subsidized housing properties are owned by government bodies such as Metro Vancouver Housing Corporation (MVHC) or community organizations. Some non-profit housing providers offer both subsidized rental units and below market rental units.
How to ApplySubsidized Units: To apply for subsidized rental units from the list below, apply to the non-profit directly or apply to the BC Housing Registry for BC Housing properties. There are two ways to apply to the BC Housing Registry:
1. Online at bchousing.org
2. Obtain and fill out a paper application by:• Downloading and printing a paper application online at bchousing.org.
• Completing the online request form to receive a paper application.
• Calling BC Housing toll-free at 1-800-257-7756 or calling 604-433-2218 in the Lower Mainland to have the form mailed to you.
• Going to any BC Housing office. A list of BC Housing offices is available online at www.bchousing.org/contact.
Below Market Rental Units: To apply for market rental units, contact the non-profit housing provider directly. MVHC accepts applications online at metrovancouver.org or by mail to 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, V5H 4G8.
Name & AddressTotal # of Units
Housing TypeBedroom Type
FeaturesWho to Contact to Apply(see contact information abovefor MVHC and BC Housing)
33 Apartment Studio & 1 Subsidized rental: BC HousingSeniors, Persons with disabilities
Ukrainian Village of Ivan Franko8720 Railway Avenue
44 Apartment 1 Subsidized rental: BC Housing Seniors
Venturi Park7151 Moffatt Road
99Townhouse/Apartment
1, 2, & 3 Subsidized rental: BC HousingSeniors, Families, Singles, Couples, Persons with disabilities
Pet friendly Accessible
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Housing Co-operativesHousing co-operatives (co-ops) are organizations where residents collectively manage their housing. Co-ops are usually mixed income communities, and often include both subsidized as well as market rental units. Members are expected to participate in their co-op and participation requirements vary by co-op. For more information on the requirements of individual co-ops, visit the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC website at www.chf.bc.ca.
How to applyTo apply for co-ops, contact the individual co-op directly. Many co-ops accept applications through email as well as by mail. Please see page 5 for contact information.
Low End Market Rental (LEMR) UnitsLow End Market Rental (LEMR) units are for individuals and families on low incomes that may not otherwise be able to afford rents at typical market rates. Individuals and couples, including seniors, can apply for studio or 1 bedroom apartments, and families with children can apply for 2 or 3 bedroom apartment units.
All LEMR units have set maximum rents and maximum incomes for eligible tenants, which are adjusted annually. When rents and income levels are to be adjusted, the property manager or housing provider will contact LEMR unit tenants to inform them of changes to their rent and changes to maximum income eligibility levels.
How to applyTo apply for LEMR units, contact each property manager(s) directly. Please see page 7 for contact information. Please note: the City of Richmond does not keep a waiting list for LEMR units.
Example of a development in Richmond with Low End Market Rental (LEMR) units
Name & Address Total # of Units Bedroom Type Who to Contact to Apply Eligible Tenants
Please note: this information was updated May 2019
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City of Richmond Affordable Housing Strategy 2017–2027Since the City’s first Affordable Housing Strategy was adopted in 2007, the City of Richmond in partnership with other stakeholders, has supported the creation of more than 2,000 new affordable housing units for residents.
The Affordable Housing Strategy 2017–2027 guides the City’s response to creating and maintaining safe, suitable and affordable housing options for Richmond residents. A central focus of the Strategy is to ensure that the City is successful in providing a range of housing options for households of different ages, family types and incomes. The affordable housing options included in this guide are for individuals who fall under one or more of the priority groups identified in the Strategy, including:
• Families
• Low-to-moderate income households
• Persons with disabilities
• Seniors
• Vulnerable groups
In addition to supporting the creation of affordable housing units for residents, the City in partnership with Community Associations and Societies provides the Recreation Fee Subsidy Program as well as many low cost and no cost recreation opportunities. For more information, visit the City’s website at www.richmond.ca
Example of Non-Market/Subsidized Housing in Richmond