A
three-member task force, led by Vancouver-West End
MLA Spencer Chandra Herbert, held public meetings
across B.C. in June. e purpose of the task force was to
explore potential changes to landlord-tenant regulations.
ere is significant reason to be concerned that
regulatory changes will only further erode the incentives
for property owners to contribute to the rental stock.
CMBA-BC wrote to Mr. Herbert, outlining the need for tenants as mortgage
helpers and the vital importance of rental income to offset ownership risks.
In particular, we explained the following to the Rental Housing Task Force:
Help Landlords Provide More
A letter to the B.C. Rental Housing
By SAmANthA GAle
Mortgage helpers are vital in
ensuring the affordability of homes
for both owners and tenants.
