People living with disabilities in Kaslo now have access to 10 new affordable rental homes with the opening of Penny Lane Apartments.
“As we continue to hear from residents and communities that affordable housing is a priority in
the Columbia Basin region, these new units increase the housing options in Kaslo,” said Johnny Strilaeff, President and CEO, Columbia Basin Trust. “This project includes solar renewable energy generation and fibre-optic cable installation, creating more sustainable and better-connected homes. Thank you and congratulations to all the partners involved, and especially the efforts of the Kaslo Housing Society.”
These new homes represent new opportunities, security and peace of mind for families, seniors and people living with disabilities in Kaslo,” said Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing. Partnerships like this are integral to our government’s record investment to deliver thousands of affordable homes just like these across the province that are safe and foster a sense of community.
This project was funded through a partnership between the Province, federal government, Columbia Basin Trust, the Village of Kaslo and the Kaslo Housing Society.
Located at 334 A Ave., Penny Lane Apartments is a three-storey, wood-frame building with a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes for families, seniors and individuals with low- to moderate-incomes. Two of these homes are accessible for people living with disabilities. The building also includes on-site parking for cars, scooters and bikes and each unit has a balcony or patio.
“They say it takes a village, but for this dream to become a reality it took a clear vision, strong leadership and key partners,” said Brittny Anderson, MLA for Nelson-Creston. “The Kaslo Housing Society has been working on delivering affordable housing in Kaslo for 20 years. I would like to thank them and the many partnerships that were instrumental to delivering these 10 affordable homes, including the Village of Kaslo, Columbia Basin Trust and federal government.”
The 10 new homes are located near Kaslo’s downtown core, close to amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, health-wellness services, public beaches and parks. Penny Lane Apartments is owned and managed by the Kaslo Housing Society. The Village of Kaslo provided the land for the project.
This project is part of the Building Basin Housing Fund Support, which supports the creation of up to 133 affordable homes in the Basin, in partnership with BC Housing.
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