An analysis of secondary suites as a policy instrument in the city of Edmonton
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2011-09-12
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Gratton, Matthew C.
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This practicum examines the role of secondary dwelling units (secondary suites), as employed by the City of Edmonton, in the implementation of affordable housing policy.
It seeks to understand the context in which the City‘s secondary dwelling unit program
was developed, the various components of the program, and the impacts of the program.
A review of the literature on this topic, a review of key City documents, a review of
permit and grant allocation data, a key informant interview, as well as a survey of targeted neighbourhood residents were used to inform this study. Results from the study suggest that while that the program has made a significant contribution to the creation of
affordable housing stock in the city and is generally supported by residents, details of the program may not be well understood by the public. Finally, possible future directions for the program and for research are suggested.
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secondary suites, accessory apartments, affordable housing, Edmonton, urban planning