Nelson council approves Fairview affordable housing after public hearing

Nelson City Council, in a unanimous vote at its April 16 meeting, gave final approval to SHARE Housing Initiative’s proposal for a 48-unit five-storey affordable housing project in Fairview.

The project, proposed for two lots at 1306 and 1308 Fell Street near Selkirk College’s Tenth Street campus, would provide 10 two-bedroom units, 26 one-bedroom units and 12 studio units. The SHARE Housing Initiative will now submit a funding application to BC Housing and, if the application is successful, the group expects construction to start during the winter of 2025-26. (read more)

Nelson council approves Fairview affordable housing after public hearing