Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN)

Join us this Thursday for an insightful session on Airtightness & Moisture Management in Heating Dominated Climates with David Yao from SIGA! Discover the key layers of a building envelope and learn how a well-planned weather, air, and vapour sealing strategy can cut costs and reduce risks. This is a must-attend for anyone looking to enhance their building knowledge. A few spots left! Register here: https://ow.ly/ffX850TOUym 🌟This Course has been approved for 2 CPDs. #BuildingBetter #ConstructionInnovation #HAVANEducation BC Housing FortisBC SIGA

Have you registered for the upcoming CONNECT Municipal Dinner event? Your ticket includes a 3-course dinner, networking opportunities with professionals in the housing industry, and exclusive access to insights from Mayor Richard Stewart! Registration closes in one week. Limited spots available! 🎟️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/gFG_PHiD

A staggering 73,000+ homes are unbuilt in Metro Vancouver due to high Development Cost Charges (DCCs). Rising costs are worsening the housing crisis and delaying critical developments. 🏡Explore how this is impacting affordability and what solutions are being proposed: https://ow.ly/cEJA50TOXYZ #HousingCrisis #HousingAffordability #HomebuildersAssociation #UrbanDevelopment ConstructConnect

Last week HAVAN's Government Relations team covered how Metro Vancouver’s Development Cost Charges (DCCs) compare across different municipalities. In the case of Delta, even after a recent increase, their DCCs remain among the lowest in the region. What does this mean for developers and future growth in Delta? With competitive DCCs, the area may attract more development, but how will it balance infrastructure needs and housing demands? 🔗Explore the full article for an in-depth look at Delta's DCCs and their potential impact by Delta Optimist: https://ow.ly/2oJZ50TO2N2 #UrbanDevelopment #DeltaBC #HousingAffordability #RealEstateTrends #DCCs #HomebuildersAssociation Diana Dilworth Donovan Arseneault

🌟Join us for an insightful session on Airtightness & Moisture Management in Heating Dominated Climates with David Yao from SIGA! 🌟 Discover the key layers of a building envelope and learn how a well-planned weather, air, and vapour sealing strategy can cut costs and reduce risks. This is a must-attend for anyone looking to enhance their building knowledge. Don't miss out—sign up now!🚀: https://ow.ly/ffX850TOUym ✅This Course has been approved for 2 CPDs. #BuildingBetter #ConstructionInnovation #HAVANEducation BC Housing FortisBC SIGA

Have you registered your business to become a drop-off location? Only a few spots left! This is a great opportunity for HAVAN Members to come together to make a difference this holiday season 🎄 Registration closes in 8 days.

Join us for an evening of networking and collaboration at HAVAN’s CONNECT Municipal Dinner on November 6, 2024, with guest speaker Richard Stewart, Mayor of Coquitlam! Presented by BC Housing and patron sponsor FortisBC, this event includes a 3-course plated dinner and exclusive opportunities to connect with municipal officials and industry leaders from Metro Vancouver’s homebuilding sector. Interested in sponsoring? Limited spots available—reach out at ✉️info@havan.ca. 🎟️ Register and find event details here: https://ow.ly/MPEu50TN0tq 🙌Thank you to our official photo & video sponsor 360hometours.ca Inc, wine sponsor Miracon Development Inc., and event sponsors Trail Appliances BC, Associa, Airfoam Industries Ltd., and Isle of Mann Property Group #HAVAN #Homebuildersassociation #networkingevents #MetroVancouver

Celebrating 50 years of leadership, growth, and community! 🎉 As BC’s largest homebuilders association, HAVAN is proud to have hosted a remarkable Leadership Awards Reception and Annual Election Meeting. With over 1,100 member companies and a 90%+ retention rate, this evening was dedicated to recognizing the incredible contributions of our volunteers, leadership, and industry partners. From the HAVAN Leadership Awards to the Rooftopper, Connection, Membership Milestones, and Hall of Fame Awards, we honored those who help shape our future. A special tribute was paid to the late Ron Rapp, our former CEO, whose legacy continues to inspire. Thank you to everyone who made this celebration a success, especially our sponsors FortisBC The Home Depot Canada MORNINGSTAR HOMES Perfection Connection 360hometours.ca Inc and Green & Green, Gifts with Flair Here’s to another year of excellence! 📸: 360hometours.ca Inc #HAVAN #LeadershipAwards #Homebuilding #VolunteerAppreciation #IndustryLeadership #Celebration

How do Metro Vancouver’s Development Cost Charges (DCCs) compare across municipalities? This deep dive into DCC rates reveals significant variations between cities like Vancouver, Surrey, and Burnaby, impacting where and how development happens. For developers and urban planners, these costs play a crucial role in shaping housing affordability and regional growth. Discover which municipalities have the highest and lowest DCCs and how this influences the future of real estate in the region. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/yjm950TJStJ #RealEstateDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #VancouverRealEstate #HousingAffordability #DCCs Wendy McNeil Renée Auer

The cost of building in Metro Vancouver could be on the rise, with proposed changes to Development Cost Charges (DCCs) and the introduction of new Amenity Contribution Charges (ACCs). These fees could impact housing affordability, city growth, and the future of development in the region. 🏡 Learn how these changes might affect the housing market and what it means for developers, municipalities, and residents in the long run. Read the full article for insights on the proposed policy shifts and their potential implications. 📑Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gS7hDdMz #VancouverRealEstate #HousingAffordability #UrbanPlanning #HomebuildersAssociation #MetroVancouver Wendy McNeil Renée Auer