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Surrey Proposes Lower DCC's in 2026 Update
This week, Surrey Council approved an updated Development Cost Charge (DCC) bylaw for submission to the Province, proposing lower residential rates and a simplified fee structure aimed at supporting housing delivery and future growth. Under the proposed framework, Surrey’s 2026 residential DCC rates would decrease by approximately 7% to 9% compared to 2024 levels, while still remaining competitive with other municipalities in the region. The City highlighted that DCCs for sin
May 142 min read


Metro Vancouver Pulls Back on DCC Increases. What It Means for Development Land
Metro Vancouver has officially taken steps to reduce previously approved DCC increases for 2026 and 2027, a move that will likely be well received by many in the development community. After significant industry pushback around escalating government charges and project viability, Metro Vancouver’s Board voted this week to roll back 2026 DCC increases to 2025 levels and reduce the size of the planned 2027 increases. The revised approach also extends the transition timeline tow
May 142 min read


WE DON'T WANT TO DO ANYTHING ANYWHERE...
What One Comment Reveals About Today’s Development Land Market As someone who spends every day in the development land market across Metro Vancouver, I pay close attention not just to transactions, but to sentiment. Sometimes, a single offhand comment can tell you more about the market than a decade of sales comparable data. I recently had a conversation with a prominent local developer that stuck with me. When I asked about their appetite for new acquisitions, their response
Apr 302 min read


Langley releases updated Brookswood Engineering Services Plan
The update to the Engineering Services Plan (ESP) for Brookswood- Fernridge was released this month and while it provides a road map,...
Jul 24, 20251 min read


Burke Mountain townhouses see strong pricing and absorption despite market slowdown
Townhouses on Burke Mountain continue to see strong demand from consumers despite the broader slowdown in the residential market. At...
Apr 17, 20251 min read


PCI brings proposal for Port Moody's two largest towers to Public Hearing
More details about the transformation of Moody Centre are coming to light as PCI Developments is set to bring their proposal to build...
Mar 29, 20251 min read


Coquitlam increases DCC Rates
In a meeting with UDI this week, the City of Coquitlam released a draft schedule of updated DCC rates. Across all product types, the...
Mar 19, 20251 min read


Coquitlam releases draft ACC Program - What you need to know
Coquitlam's burgeoning City Centre The City of Coquitlam is set to implement a new Amenity Cost Charge (ACC) Program . Under this new...
Mar 11, 20252 min read


Tariffs stall market momentum in February
Tensions rise as trade war esclates Ongoing Trump tariff threats stopped the Greater Vancouver real estate market in its tracks last...
Mar 11, 20251 min read


SOLD! Robinson St. Land Assembly
100 rental units soon to arrive on Robinson Street Adam Lawrence Personal Real Estate Corporation is excited to announce the assembly...
Mar 5, 20251 min read


SOLD! Sproule Ave. Land Assembly
200 rental units soon to come on Sproule Avenue Adam Lawrence Personal Real Estate Corporation is excited to announce the assembly and...
Mar 5, 20251 min read


Coquitlam requests extension for density bonus charges until June 2028
After several years of efforts to comply with new legislation from the provincial government. Coquitlam city council will send a letter...
Feb 7, 20251 min read


Unlocking Economic Potential: The Fraser Highway Employment Lands Initiative
The Township of Langley is embarking on a major project with the potential for transformative results with the undertaking of the Fraser Hig
Oct 1, 20242 min read


Surrey's West Clayton neighbourhood gets funding for storm and sanitary sewer construction
The City of Surrey is strategically leveraging its Housing Accelerator Funding (HAF) from the Government of Canada to advance construction o
Sep 3, 20241 min read


Adam Lawrence, Land & Building Sales speaks with RENX on resiliency of Oakdale market
Adam Lawrence, Land & Building Sales had the opportunity to share his thoughts on the resiliency of Burquitlam’s Oakdale submarket with...
Sep 3, 20241 min read


For Sale - Burke Mountain townhouse site with 3rd Reading Approved
PRICE REDUCED now asking $7,950,000. 3rd Reading Conditional Approval recently granted. CLICK HERE or CONTACT for more information.
Aug 1, 20241 min read


Adam Lawrence, Land & Building Sales speaks with Vancouver Sun about Greater Vancouver Land Market
Court- ordered sales are popping up everywhere
Jul 10, 20241 min read


Selling Entitled Development Sites - The Victoria and Baycrest example
Selling development sites isn’t always as easy as it seems.
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Navigating a Complex Land Assembly: A strategic approach to unlocking development potential
North view along Sproule Avenue Land assemblies are usually very challenging, but with the right approach, they also present incredible...
Nov 5, 20232 min read


Building a Better Burquitlam: Thoughtful Growth for a Thriving Transit Oriented Community
The emerging Burquitlam skyline Coquitlam is evolving with a clear vision for the future. The Southwest Housing Review (SWHR) is a key...
Feb 3, 20232 min read
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