The City of Rossland is pleased to announce the formal adoption of its 2025 Housing Needs Assessment (HNA). This important report provides a clear, data-informed picture of Rossland’s current housing landscape and outlines strategic solutions to address housing challenges over the next two decades.
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June 20, 2025
City of Rossland Adopts 2025 Housing Needs Assessment to Guide Future Housing Solutions
Rossland, B.C. – The City of Rossland is pleased to announce the formal adoption of its 2025 Housing Needs Assessment (HNA). This important report provides a clear, data-informed picture of Rossland’s current housing landscape and outlines strategic solutions to address housing challenges over the next two decades.
Prepared in accordance with provincial legislation and the Guide to Requirements for Housing Needs Reports, the 2025 HNA builds upon the 2020 Kootenay Boundary Housing Needs Report and includes extensive local engagement, community-specific analysis, and actionable recommendations.
“Council is proud to have endorsed this comprehensive report,” said Mayor Andy Morel. “It is more than just a report – it’s a call to action – and gives the City a clear path forward to support housing diversity, affordability, and livability for all Rosslanders. It also confirms what many residents already know: we need a broader range of housing options to support our growing and changing population, and we now have a well-researched foundation to inform and continue with local action.”
Key findings of the report include:
- Rossland’s population is projected to grow by 25% by 2031, driven by both younger families and aging residents;
- The existing housing stock, which is predominantly single-detached homes, does not adequately serve renters, low-income households, seniors, or seasonal workers;
- Approximately 14% of households are in core housing need, with single-person and renter households most affected;
- The City needs to add 186 new housing units by 2026 and 623 by 2041 to meet demand – which is especially strong for medium-density, affordable housing types such as duplexes, triplexes, row homes, and purpose-built rentals; and
- Barriers such as zoning limitations and affordability gaps are making it difficult for moderate-income families to access housing that meets their needs.
The accompanying Housing Action Plan identifies 45 specific actions that the City, its partners, and the community can take to address local needs. These actions are informed by engagement with a wide cross-section of residents, businesses, and stakeholders, and are designed to be practical and adaptable over time.
The City thanks all participants who contributed their voices to this process and looks forward to working collaboratively to implement solutions that reflect the unique needs and values of the Rossland community. Click the link to view the full Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan.
Media Contact:
Stacey Lightbourne, Manager of Planning and Development
