This means that people's homes should be accessible to everyone, not just able-bodied people. It eases problems associated with isolation, and allows people with physical limitations to visit friends and neighbours, and stay in communities where they have developed social ties.
Adaptable Housing embraces the needs of our aging population. It makes it easier for people with physical limitations to live and visit.
It is important because some forecast that in 30 years, those over 65 years of age will make up one-third of the population.
No. Adaptable housing features are subtle, if not invisible. Adaptable housing can appeal to everyone, and make renting and selling easier.
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There are a number of disadvantages to this approach.
Adaptable design is better.
The mandatory Basic Adaptable Housing features typically cost less than $1,000 per dwelling unit.
North Vancouver’s evaluation of their program showed no negative impact on pricing, selling or construction. Development and real estate industries now strongly support the program.
Benefits of Adaptable Design
Doing Nothing Costs Others
Minor renovations and alterations to standard dwellings can cost thousands of dollars. These costs can be avoided, or greatly reduced, if basic adaptability features are incorporated at the design stage.
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Planning Department
Phone: 250-475-5471
Email: planning@saanich.ca
