The City of Burnaby is committed to supporting the creation of a diverse range of rental homes to help meet current and future housing needs, as identified in the City’s Housing Needs Report. Rental housing plays a vital role in providing housing options for residents of all backgrounds and life stages. A strong supply of rental housing also supports a healthy local economy by offering viable choices for a range of household incomes who may not be able to afford to buy a home.

Through a variety of actions—including partnerships, policies, and planning tools—the City is working to expand market and non-market rental housing and build a more inclusive, accessible community. Burnaby uses its regulatory powers to help guide where and what kind of housing is built, supporting a range of housing opportunities for everyone.