August 15, 2025
Big Proposal for Wellington Avenue: New Zone, More Density, and a Question of What Counts as a Home
A 155-unit rental project is proposed for Wellington & Mary. With new zoning and 3-bedroom units, it could reshape this evolving corner of downtown.
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May 21, 2025
New Condo Project 'Sakoon Living' Launches Website for 45624 Wellington Avenue
New condo project Sakoon Living brings 48 modern units with amenities to downtown Chilliwack. The project at 45624 Wellington Ave now has a website.
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May 16, 2025
Proposed 5-Storey Apartment Building Could Bring 46 New Homes to Margaret Avenue
A 5-storey, 46-unit apartment is proposed for Margaret Ave. If approved, it heads to a public hearing June 3. Just steps from District 1881.
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May 16, 2025
You'll Get Nothing and You'll Be Happy – What's Really Behind Chilliwack's 2050 Plan?
Chilliwack’s 2050 plan isn’t a trap—it’s a chance to fix traffic, boost local life, and build better neighbourhoods. The alternative? More of the same.
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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 23, 2025
Council to Developer: Clean Up Your Mess First
Council halts Williams St apartment rezoning, demands developers resolve longstanding bylaw issues before reconsidering the project amid housing pressures.
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April 18, 2025
75-Unit Affordable Housing Proposal Heads to Council
Council to review a five-storey, 75-unit rental proposal for Princess Avenue that includes changes to parking and density in Chilliwack’s R9 zone.
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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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April 10, 2025
What the Public Art Policy Changes Tell Us About Chilliwack’s Urban Landscape
Chilliwack Council is set to revisit its Public Art Policy — but will the proposed changes actually make a difference, or just add red tape?
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April 9, 2025
Rental Redevelopment Policy: Why Chilliwack Needs One Now
Chilliwack has no Rental Redevelopment Policy. The Wolfe Road project shows why a clear plan is needed to protect tenants when redevelopment happens.
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April 8, 2025
Chartwell Drive Extension to Connect Both Sides of Little Mountain
Chilliwack will name 3 new roads on Little Mountain and, for the first time ever, connect its north and south sides with an extension of Chartwell Drive.
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April 8, 2025
Fraser Village: Rezoning Proposal Sparks Debate Over Progress and Displacement
Fraser Village’s rezoning would replace 57 mobile homes with 143 townhouses—progress on paper, but a painful loss for many longtime residents.
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