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Leigh 14 takes a unique approach to combining commercial and residential space all in one unit. The project nearing completion on Leigh Road in Langford offers commercial space on the ground floor of the two-storey development, with residential space above.
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All of the 14 units are two bedroom and are up to 2,400 sq. ft., including commercial space, said Jenn Raapana.
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Another benefit is that the owner could provide staff accomodations above the business, which is a plus in VictoriaB次元官网网址檚 tight housing market, Hartshorne said.
Owners could also rent out the residential and commercial components separately, he added. The project is expected to be completed by late fall, with units starting just under $500,000.
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