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B.C. introduces legislation so TransLink can charge developers to fund transit plan

TransLink is hoping to raise about $20 million per year through the new levy. Global News

The B.C. government has introduced legislation that would allow TransLink to charge a one-time fee to new developments across Metro Vancouver to help pay for the mayors’ council’s 10-year transportation plan.

The proposed Development Cost Charge (DCC) could be anywhere between $1,200 and $2,100 per new residential unit, and between $0.50 and $1 per commercial square foot.

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“With this funding mechanism in hand, TransLink will be better positioned to implement the vision, which includes improvements to roads and cycling, as well as pedestrian and public-transit infrastructure,” read a release form the province.

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According to the provincial government, a number of provisions have been put in place to ensure the “rates are fair and equitable, and that the rates are set and maintained openly and transparently.”

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If passed, TransLink would have the ability to provide waivers and reductions to developments providing affordable rental housing.

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The Metro Vancouver Mayors’ Council approved the blueprint for the new levy last December.

TransLink hopes to raise about $20 million per year through the DCCs.

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