Multiplexes

What are multiplexes?

Multiplexes are buildings which include three or more units. Multiplexes are one way to deliver smaller scale ground-oriented housing on single lots.

This type of housing will meet the housing needs of families looking for a more affordable ownership alternative to a new house or duplex.

At the direction of Council through Motion B.3 (Making Home: Housing For All of Us), approved on January 26, 2022, staff are investigating allowing up to six units on a lot in lower density (RS) areas. This work:

Will build on the strong support for more Missing Middle housing
Could add more homes in lower density areas

Preliminary objectives

Vancouver Plan’s vision for evolving low density residential areas includes the introduction of multiplexes in all neighbourhoods across the city.

To support that vision and as part of our early work, we have identified the following preliminary objectives:

Allow building designs that meet the needs of a range of household sizes and types
Allow for more flexibility in design and a simpler permitting process
Seek opportunities to achieve further affordability by delivering some of the homes as affordable home ownership (AHO) units or by requiring builders to make a payment to us to help fund other affordable housing projects or amenities