A new housing complex with 40 units is coming to Saint John next spring. This development brings 18 affordable homes specifically designed for seniors. If you or your family members are looking for accessible housing options, this project offers a direct solution.

Funding the New Development

The New Brunswick government provided a 1.23 million dollar forgivable loan to Roxbury Drive Developments Ltd. to fund this project. The City of Saint John also contributed 310,000 dollars in grants. According to CTV News, 18 of the 40 units include rent supplements. This means tenants in these specific units will only pay 30 percent of their monthly income on rent.

Leaders Highlight Community Impact

Local leaders emphasize the importance of this development for the community. David Hickey, the minister responsible for the New Brunswick Housing Corporation, noted the stress involved in finding affordable places to live.

“We know finding an affordable place to live can be stressful, and we need to keep improving access to housing that meets people’s needs,” Hickey said. “These 18 rent supported homes will help seniors in Saint John find a safe and affordable place to call home.”

Saint John Mayor Donna Noade Reardon agreed. She pointed out that housing builds a strong and inclusive community.

“Every new housing project helps meet the needs of current and future residents,” Reardon said.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the new housing complex open?

The housing complex is scheduled to open in Saint John next spring.

How many units are affordable for seniors?

The complex includes 18 rent supported homes specifically for seniors.

How does the rent supplement work?

Tenants living in the 18 affordable units will pay exactly 30 percent of their monthly income toward rent.

Who is funding the project?

The New Brunswick government provided a 1.23 million dollar forgivable loan, and the City of Saint John contributed 310,000 dollars in grants to the developer, Roxbury Drive Developments Ltd.