NEWS

SALAL APARTMENTS 267 Orwell Street, North Vancouver

 

Sanford Affordable Housing Society

 

Your Questions Answered

Applicants must be registered with BC Housing’s Housing Registry prior to applying for Salal Apartments RGI units.

 

HOW MANY UNITS?

  • 90 units in total
    • 52  1-Bedrooms
    • 27  2-Bedrooms
    • 11  3-Bedrooms

 

HOW CAN I APPLY?

To apply for a unit at Salal Apartments, follow this LINK for the online application. Application closes January 1, 2024.

Only complete applications will be accepted for review and priority will be given to those working and/or living in the District of North Vancouver and the surrounding North Shore communities. Anticipated occupancy: February/March 2024. Only successful applicants will be contacted (end of December).

 

WILL PETS BE ALLOWED?

Yes. There will, however, be limitation on types and sizes.

 

WILL THERE BE IN-SUITE LAUNDRY?

There will be a mix of laundry options.

  • 2 and 3-bedroom units will have in-suite laundry
  • 1-bedroom units will have a shared, common laundry room

 

WILL THERE BE ANY AMENITY SPACES?

Yes. A multipurpose amenity room will be located on the main level, with direct access to an outdoor patio and ample outdoor space.

The property is centrally located to shops, restaurants, and the Phibbs Exchange, providing transit options to future residents.

 

WHAT ELSE SHOULD WE KNOW?

  • 6 storeys
  • 1 accessible unit(s) per floor
  • 55 rentable parking spots
  • Scooter parking, secure bike storage
  • In-suite storage
  • EV ready

 

HOW WILL RENTS BE DETERMINED AND WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

 

20% OF UNITS

These deep subsidy units are administered in partnership with Hollyburn Family Services. Current Hollyburn Family Services clients may contact Hollyburn Family Services to apply for these units.

Individuals and/or households receiving income assistance (including seniors on fixed incomes).

Eligibility:

  • Household incomes up to $39,115

 

 

50% OF UNITS

Individuals and/or households whose incomes are at or below the appropriate Housing Income Limits (“HILs”). HILs are based on figures established by CMHC and are intended to reflect the minimum income required to afford appropriate accommodation in the private market. Rents will be structured on a “rent-geared-to-income” basis equating to 30% of the household’s gross income.

Eligibility:

  • Household incomes up to $58,000 for Units with 1 bedroom
  • Household incomes up to $72,000 for units with 2 bedrooms
  • Household incomes up to $86,000 for units with 2+ bedrooms

 

 

30% OF UNITS

Rented at affordable market rents determined by BC Housing for the District of North Vancouver

Eligibility:

  • Household incomes up to $82,310 for units with less than 2 bedrooms
  • Household incomes up to $128,810 for units with 2 or more bedrooms

 

Occupancy is tentatively scheduled for February/March 2024

 

For any other inquiries please email info@sanfordhs.ca