The City of Vancouver’s Tenant Relocation and Protection Policy (TRPP) is a set of rules designed to help renters when their buildings are being renovated or redeveloped. In a city where many people rent their homes, and where housing costs are high, this policy aims to ensure that tenants are treated fairly and have support if they need to move due to changes in their housing. (Tenant Relocation and Protection Policy (TRPP) | City of Vancouver)
When a landlord plans to redevelop a rental property, they must submit a tenant relocation plan as part of their application for redevelopment. This plan outlines how they will assist tenants during the transition. The TRPP applies to buildings with five or more units and includes several key provisions to support tenants. (Renter relocation resources for owners and developers | City of Vancouver, Renovictions and Demovictions – Vancouver Tenants Union)
One of the main aspects of the TRPP is financial compensation. Tenants who have to move because of redevelopment are entitled to compensation based on how long they’ve lived in their unit. For example, someone who has rented for one to five years may receive four months’ rent as compensation, while someone who has lived there for over 40 years could receive up to 24 months’ rent. Additionally, tenants receive assistance with moving costs—$750 for smaller units and $1,000 for larger ones. (‘Demovicted’ Vancouver renters to get more compensation under new city rules – BC | Globalnews.ca, Renter relocation resources for owners and developers | City of Vancouver)
The policy also includes the right of first refusal, meaning tenants have the opportunity to move back into the new building once it’s completed. In some areas, like the Broadway Plan area, tenants can return at their previous rent, adjusted only by the standard annual increase. In other cases, they may be offered a 20% discount on the new market rent. (Vancouver approves new protections for rental tenants | News, Renter relocation resources for owners and developers | City of Vancouver, Guide to Municipal Tenant Protections in the Lower Mainland – Vancouver Tenants Union)
For tenants who may face additional challenges—such as low income, disabilities, or language barriers—the TRPP provides extra support. This can include help finding new housing that suits their needs and financial assistance to cover costs related to moving or adapting to a new home. (Renovictions and Demovictions – Vancouver Tenants Union)Overall, the TRPP is designed to protect tenants from being unfairly displaced and to ensure they have the support they need during transitions caused by redevelopment. It recognizes the importance of stable housing and aims to minimize the disruption that redevelopment can cause in tenants’ lives. (Renovictions and Demovictions – Vancouver Tenants Union)