New Commons Development has been chosen to build Elkford’s 66-unit downtown housing project.
The development will be located at 421 Boivin Road and will boast a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units.
The building will be in Elkford’s downtown area and feature commercial space on the ground floor.
BC Builds selected the project as part of its program to fast-track new rental homes across the province.
Mayor Steve Fairbairn said he is cautiously optimistic about Elkford’s growth.
“It’s really exciting, but you have to be a little nervous at the same time, because as things change, those changes could bring other things that may not always be positive,” said Fairbairn.
“So, what are the unintended consequences of all of this? We keep our eye on it and try not to lose the forest for the trees, but it is really exciting to see concrete change coming to town.”
Once the housing complex is finished, it will be operated by the Elk Valley Family Society.
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