British Columbia residents who find themselves entangled in new property bylaws because their home has been changed to a 55-plus age restriction now have more protection.

The government brought in changes in November to the Strata Property Act to end all rental restriction bylaws except for those buildings that are designated for residents age 55 and over, prompting hundreds of strata properties to adopt the age restriction.

The B.C. government says it has now expanded the list of exemptions to allow those under 55 to remain at those properties to include their future children, dependants or partners.

Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon says theyB次元官网网址檝e heard from some people who said they could lose their homes if they have additions to their family.

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B.C.B次元官网网址檚 seniorsB次元官网网址� advocate Isobel Mackenzie says itB次元官网网址檚 an important change that balances the desire of many seniors to live in buildings that focus on creating a senior-friendly environment.

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