If you’ve ever thought about building a secondary suite on your property—whether it’s to generate rental income, support multi-generational living, or simply make smarter use of your space—now might be the perfect time to act. Thanks to the BC Housing Secondary Suite Incentive Program (SSIP), homeowners across British Columbia have access to financial support that makes adding a legal suite more affordable than ever.
At New Leaf Vision, we’re passionate about transforming housing with smarter, faster, and greener building solutions. And BC’s new incentive program aligns perfectly with our mission to build accessible, eco-friendly, and future-forward homes—without the noise, delays, or stress of traditional construction.
What Is the BC Secondary Suite Incentive Program?
The Secondary Suite Incentive Program, launched by BC Housing, provides eligible homeowners with up to $40,000 in forgivable loans to help cover the cost of constructing a new secondary suite or converting part of their existing home. The suite must be rented at below-market rates for at least 5 years, supporting affordable housing for more British Columbians.
It’s a win-win: you unlock income potential, increase the value of your property, and help ease the housing crunch—all with financial support from the province.
Why Now Is the Best Time to Build a Secondary Suite
Adding a secondary suite is one of the smartest ways to future-proof your property. Whether it’s a backyard suite, garden suite, basement unit, or a detached prefab home, you’ll enjoy:
- Extra income through long-term or short-term rentals
- Flexible living for aging parents, adult children, or guests
- Increased property value
- A faster return on investment
- And with New Leaf Vision—quick installation and minimal disruption
How New Leaf Vision Makes It Easier
Let’s face it—traditional construction is noisy, messy, and slow. At New Leaf Vision, we do things differently. Our prefab homes and container-based suites are built in controlled environments, ensuring high-quality construction, fewer delays, and less waste. We offer:
- Plug & Play solutions ready to live in
- Customizable prefab secondary suites
- Fast installation timelines
- Permit support and coordination
- Modern, sleek designs that blend with any property
We work with homeowners to ensure our builds meet BC Building Code requirements, making them eligible for programs like the SSIP.
What to Know About Eligibility
To qualify for the BC Housing Secondary Suite Incentive Program, you must:
- Own and live in the home where the suite will be built
- Build a new secondary suite (not renovate an existing legal suite)
- Rent the unit at below-market rates for at least 5 years
- Meet income and property value thresholds set by the province
Visit BC Housing’s official SSIP page for the full eligibility requirements and application process.
Ready to Build Smarter?
At New Leaf Vision, we believe housing should adapt to your life—not the other way around. If you’re ready to build a legal secondary suite, we can help you every step of the way—from design and prefab construction to permits and installation.
Let’s make housing smarter, faster, and more affordable—with BC Housing’s support and New Leaf Vision’s innovation.
📞 Contact us today to learn how we can help you qualify for BC Housing’s Secondary Suite Program and bring your vision to life—without the headaches of traditional building.
