Victoria, BC is growing. Families are arriving, young professionals want to stay, and aging residents want to downsize without leaving the communities they love.
But there’s a problem — we’re running out of room.
Or at least, that’s how it looks at first glance.
The truth? Victoria doesn’t have a land shortage.
It has a land-use problem — and the solution lies in smart infill development.
What’s Really Blocking New Homes?
Only in 2023 did Victoria start to move away from single-family homes only on most of its land base. They implemented Schedule P: Missing Middle Zoning Supplement and now allow up to six well-designed units on a lot. While a step in the right direction, the process is still complicated and a bit slow. It still takes up to 2.5 years to design and build a project.
Beyond permitting timelines, interest rates have stagnated prices while financing and building code changes have cut out the legs from under the 6-storey mid-rise market.
This has left in-fill development as the only reasonable project type to be involved in.
What Infill Looks Like (When Done Right)
At Missing Middle Solutions, we focus on “gentle density” — the kind that respects community character but adds real, livable housing options.
We specialize in:
- Six-plexes on residential streets, tucked between single-family homes
- Townhome clusters that blend into the streetscape
- Family-sized units with outdoor space, storage, and smart layouts
- Designs that feel like homes — not boxes or mini-towers
Infill isn’t about crowding. It’s about unlocking hidden potential in lots that are underutilized — and doing it in a way that’s thoughtful, beautiful, and built to last.
Why This Matters Now
Victoria’s population is rising — but the housing supply isn’t keeping up.
Young families are leaving because they can’t find a place to grow.
Seniors are stuck in large homes they no longer need, because there are few downsizing options nearby.
Neighbourhoods are stagnating, with schools and small businesses losing the next generation.
Smart infill helps solve all of this — while protecting the things we love most about our city.
Our Approach at Missing Middle Solutions
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. We:
- Work with local landowners to find win-win solutions
- Handle rezoning, design, and permits with full transparency
- Use trusted contractors and above-code construction
- Build homes that are energy efficient, future-ready, and family-focused
- Focus on community fit, not just square footage
We’re not trying to “urbanize” the suburbs. We’re trying to revitalize them — thoughtfully, responsibly, and affordably.
🏡 More Homes. Better Design. Stronger Communities.
The future of Victoria doesn’t have to be sky-high towers or urban sprawl. It can be walkable, human-scale neighborhoods filled with energy, diversity, and opportunity.
Missing Middle housing is the bridge — and we’re proud to be leading the way.
📩 Want to learn how your lot can make a difference — and deliver real value?
Reach out for a free consultation. We’ll show you what’s possible.
