Nelson City,(B.C., Canada), Laneway House Competition is a new phenomena in tackling our housing crisis. This is an evolution for solving the lack of affordable housing.
Nelson City is a small town of 10,664 people in the scenic interior of British Columbia.
Comparing the population dens of Nelson City 1552.3/KmSq. to Vancouver 5493/KmSq. shows Nelson City is 3.5 times less dense. Yet, Nelson City is forward thinking managing its housing growth.
The involvement of Nelson City citizens in its Laneway House Competition is commendable. The 3 winning entries are shown.
Continuing people participation in the Laneway House implementation process promotes a strong sense of neighborhood. Press on the link.
Nelson City optimization of the existing stock of residential property results in conservation of City resources. This should be seen as good public policy by saving City funds on new road construction and maintenance. Even more tangible, is the conservation of surrounding large tracks of land to maintain the natural fauna and wildlife.
The question is – can Nelson City Laneway House be a model for other small interior towns throughout North America?
