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Housing Starts: A Stagnant Vancouver Horizon

  1. Opening
  2. The Forces Driving Densification
  3. Why Multiplexes Make Economic Sense
  4. A Shift in How Cities Think About Neighborhoods
  5. Construction Considerations That Matter
  6. Looking Ahead

Opening

Across Canadian cities-particularly in high-demand urban centres like Vancouver-housing policy, land economics, and demographic pressures are reshaping how neighborhoods grow. Among the most visible outcomes of this shift is the rise of multiplex housing. Once considered niche, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes are quickly becoming a central part of the residential landscape.

The Forces Driving Densification

Across Canadian cities-particularly in high-demand urban centres like Vancouver-housing policy, land economics, and demographic pressures are reshaping how neighborhoods grow. Among the most visible outcomes of this shift is the rise of multiplex housing. Once considered niche, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes are quickly becoming a central part of the residential landscape.

Why Multiplexes Make Economic Sense

From a financial perspective, multiplex projects offer clear advantages. Land costs are shared across multiple units, improving feasibility in high-value urban areas. For owners and developers, this often results in stronger long-term returns, better land utilization, and improved resilience against market volatility. For homeowners, multiplexes can create opportunities for multi-generational living, rental income, or phased investment-benefits that are increasingly attractive in today's housing market.

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