May 13, 2025
Residential Permits Drop, Indigenous Developments Highlight Growth in April 2025
April sees residential permits drop sharply in Chilliwack, raising concerns, while Indigenous developments continue driving significant local growth.
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April 15, 2025
Agriculture Investment Hits 7-Year High as Residential Construction Costs Soar
March 2025 sees Chilliwack's agricultural investment surge as residential construction costs jump sharply, complicating local housing affordability.
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March 21, 2025
Webb Avenue Leads the Way in February Construction Permits
A snapshot of building permits issued in February 2025, highlighting new housing on Webb Ave, commercial upgrades, industrial growth, and farm investments.
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February 12, 2025
Spadina Project Headlines January Building Activity
A look at building permits issued in January 2025, with a major multi-family build on Spadina, minor commercial upgrades, and a quiet start to the year in rural areas.
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January 10, 2025
2024 Building Permit Recap: How Chilliwack is Growing
Chilliwack issued 579 permits in 2024, adding 580 housing units and $314M in value. Multi-family housing rose, but duplexes and townhouses lagged.
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December 6, 2024
November Residential Growth Holds Steady but Lags Behind Provincial Targets
November’s building permits show steady residential growth but falling short of targets, with multi-family rising and commercial construction lagging.
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November 8, 2024
New Hazel Street Apartments Lead October’s Chilliwack Permit Report
October’s Chilliwack permits spotlight a major 71-unit Hazel Street apartment build, boosting housing growth. Apartment demand stays strong, while single-family permits continue to lag.
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October 7, 2024
Chilliwack Approves Just 16% of Housing Units Needed to Keep Pace in September
Chilliwack’s September 2024 Building Permit Report reveals a persistent housing shortfall, with only 12 new residential permits issued. Commercial development remains sluggish, while investment in schools highlights the city’s focus on education amidst mounting pressure to meet provincial housing targets.
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September 9, 2024
Chilliwack Nears Quarter Billion in Construction Investment, But Housing Shortfall Remains
Chilliwack’s construction investment nears $250M in 2024, driven by industrial growth, but housing falls short with only 12 new units in August. Market conditions and community concerns challenge residential development as the city strives to meet provincial housing targets.
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August 12, 2024
July 2024 Month-End Building Permit Report: Key Highlights and Insights
Chilliwack saw steady growth with 62 permits issued, totaling over $14.3 million. Residential construction led the way, though industrial development slowed compared to 2023 year-to-date figures.
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