Pilot Program
What could a pilot program that matches home providers with home sharers look like?
The Housing Solutions Lab designed a pilot program that matches homeowners with potential renters. The program was co-designed by SFU Renewable Cities and Hollyburn Community Services Society with input from homeowners and service providers.
Hollyburn Community Services Society is currently seeking funding for a pilot program as the next step of this solutions lab. We hope the model can be considered and implemented by organizations across Canada.
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Program building blocks
Hollyburn Community Services Society is currently seeking funding for a pilot program as the next step of this lab.
The following is a high-level summary of the potential program components. Organizations would need to adapt this format to their context or incorporate it into existing programming:
Legal matters to consider
Home providers and organizations should review legal matters in the following areas and check with their local government to ensure compliance with the regulations when adopting these housing options or running a matchmaking program between home seekers and home providers. Some potentially relevant considerations include:
- Landlord-tenant legislation
- Zoning and land use regulations
- Business licensing and regulations
- Occupancy limits and building codes
- Insurance coverage
- Tax obligations
- Contracts and agreements
Find out more in the B.C. context through the government’s website and Renting It Right.
Tools to implement
Here are some resources organizations can use to create their own matchmaking program. Download them below:
