In October, L鈥橝rche Comox Valley kicked-off its campaign to raise funds to construct more safe, affordable housing for people with developmental disabilities. The local non-profit is now marking a new milestone as it submits its detailed design plans to the City of Courtenay for review and approval.

鈥淭his project represents our commitment to people in the Valley with developmental disabilities,鈥� says Lynda Brosko, Community Leader and Executive Director for L鈥橝rche Comox Valley. 鈥淚t also is a great example of what鈥檚 possible.鈥�

Called The Anchorage, the residence is a two-phase project to provide 16-independent residences in a village-like setting in the heart of Courtenay. Located at 1560 Grieve Ave., across the street from L鈥橝rche鈥檚 I Belong Centre 鈥� a community hub that hosts activities for people of all abilities 鈥� the property is close to downtown and bus routes, providing access to the wider Comox Valley.

Considered an 鈥渋ntentional community鈥�, The Anchorage will feature a duplex, four-plex and single units centered around a shared amenity space. Residents will maintain their own small, private unit while having the opportunity to engage with their neighbours and build relationships within the wider community. 

鈥淚n an age when so many people find themselves living far away from family, not knowing their neighbours and having limited ways to bond with others, an engaged neighbourhood like this can provide the connection that is needed and appreciated by many,鈥� says Brosko.

City officials expressed preliminary support for the project in January when the project passed property rezoning. The design plans will now undergo review to ensure compliance with zoning regulations, environmental standards, parking requirements and more. If approved, L鈥橝rche aims to break ground in 2025.

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