May23

1st Quarter Construction Numbers Reported by Building Links

Posted on May 23, 2018

Building Links has compiled the construction statistics for the first quarter of 2018 for the Comox Valley and Campbell River communities. Compared to 2017 we reported an increase of 28 per cent in overall construction values in the areas of Courtenay, Comox, the Comox Valley Regional District, Cumberland and Campbell River. This amount was slightly higher than the 25 per cent increase reported comparing the first quarter of 2016 to 2017.

Total construction values for the first quarter of 2018 total $59.6 million compared to $46.4 million in 2017. There has been a slight decline in the construction of single family dwellings, and an increase in the construction of multi family residential housing including duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes and secondary dwellings.

The Comox Valley Regional District reported the highest increase (41 per cent) increase in single family construction when comparing 2017 to 2018, while the growth in other municipalities was primarily due to an in- crease in the construction of multi-family residential units.

Growth in Cumberland registered a 114 per cent increase during the first quarter of 2018, mostly due to multi-family residential housing construction. It is the same story in Campbell River as their construction statistics showed 41 per cent increase primarily due to an increase in permits for multi-residential housing.

The number of permits for single family homes are down slightly across all areas with the Comox Valley Regional District being the only community show- ing an increase when comparing 2018 to 2017. Moving forward for 2018 we expect to see a continued increase in the construction of secondary suites, carriage homes and secondary dwellings. We also expect to see an increase in the new construction of multi-residential housing for sale and new builds for rental housing and a decrease in the construction of single family homes for 2018.

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May12

The Vancouver Island Town of Ladysmith is in Full Bloom This Spring

Posted on May 12, 2018

Spring on Vancouver Island means flowers are in bloom!

One plant in particular in the Town of Ladysmith has gained international attention. The more-than-a-century-old shrub, known to locals as “Lady Cynthia,” has attracted international acclaim after being listed as one of the most beautiful trees in the world by a number of online publications last year (even though it’s not technically a tree). This massive rhododendron has been blooming on the same hilltop since 1889.

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May10

Take 50% off Budget Blinds’ Norman Shutters This May

Posted on May 10, 2018

Budget Blinds in the Comox Valley is offering 50% off of their Norman-brand shutters this month. 

Whether you prefer wood or faux wood shutters, composite or vinyl shutters, you’ll find that Budget Blinds’ Norman shutters complement any type of window or interior design style. And with a free-in home design consultation you’ll find the perfect shutters for your home.

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Apr25

Building Permits Issued and Construction Underway At Parkside Lifestyle Townhomes

Posted on Apr 25, 2018

The first building permits have now been issued for Parkside Lifestyle Townhomes in Courtenay. Construction has now begun on the first five of these three bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhomes in this desirable Vancouver Island community.

All of the 15 units in Phase 1 and Phase 2 have been pre-sold. A show suite will be built in Phase 1, which will remain open for the duration of the construction project. The registration process and disclosure statements for an additional 18 homes in Phases 3 and 4 are expected to be underway soon. Prices are expected to be announced on Phases 3 and 4 within the next few months.

Nicon Developments Ltd. – an award winning builder of new homes on Vancouver Island – has designed this development to be built to the high standard of Built Green Silver Certification.

Now is the time to make your inquiries on Phases 3 and 4. 

For more information, contact Art Meyers or Michael Emerson at Royal LePage Comox Valley at 250.334.3124 or contact Art Meyers on his mobile at: 250.207.1879

(Note this is not an offering for sale).

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