The following publications and research were supported and funded by the Alberta Real Estate Foundation.
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Renting 101: A Guide to Renting in Alberta for Students and First-time Renters Prepared by the Legal Resource Centre (2009) Taking the laws that apply to renters in Alberta and presenting them in a useful, quick-reference format, this booklet can be used as a convenient ready-reference source for students and first-time renters. This is the latest publication resulting from Phase V of the Legal Resource Centre's Residential Tenancies Legal Information Program. |
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A Roof Over Our Heads 2008: Affordable Housing and Homelessness Policy in Canada
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Municipal Land Development Policies and Regulations and the Impact on Calgary Housing Affordability Prepared By The Calgary Chamber of Commerce (2008) The report investigated Calgary’s housing affordability since 1980 and offered comparison with other Canadian cities, discussed the factors that affect housing prices, and provided recommendations to improve the affordability of Calgary’s residential real estate market. |
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United Way of Calgary & Area (2007) Cementing Our Relationship highlights affordable housing projects undertaken by Alberta builders and developers and their recommendations to encourage more involvement from within the private sector. Capturing lessons and experiences from the work already being done, this report endeavors to promote increased private sector participation in the production of affordable housing, and provides recommendations to all levels of government regarding key legislative changes that could facilitate further participation by the private sector. |
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Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) (2006) This study entitled Aboriginal Housing in Canada: Building On Promising Practices was prepared as part of a series organized by the International Housing Coalition (IHC) for presentation at the World Urban Forum in June 2006. |
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Coronation Seniors' Housing Needs Assessment Coronation & District Seniors Housing Society - |
LAND STEWARDSHIP & ENVIRONMENT
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University of Waterloo: Department of Environment and Resource Studies Building Toward Water Efficiency: Policy Innovation and Education in New and Existing Homes Residential builders and realtors have been neglected in water efficiency research. But these groups can be a highly influential and there are some exciting examples of innovation in Ontario, the Canadian West and in California. This two-year research project investigates the sample groups’ deep beliefs and values – their tacit knowledge. The results will be used to contribute to effective policy for residential water efficiency. |
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Crowsnest Pass: Stewardship for Sustainability Crowsnest Conservation Society(2009) Real Estate Professionals and buyers looking for property in the Crowsnest Pass have a new resource to inform them about development in this beautiful part of Alberta known for its recreational opportunities. |
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The Sustainability Primer and Planning for Sustainability: A Starters Guide The Natural Step of Canada (2009) These latest publications offer creative methods to help municipalities, businesses and organizations find the balance between planning futures and protecting the environment. The Sustainability Primer offers strategies to difficult planning challenges, while Planning for Sustainability: A Planners Guide details the framework to develop strategic and sustainable goals. Of particular interest in the guide are case studies from both Alberta and international businesses on determining the process and reaching acceptable solutions. |
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Green Communities Guide - Land Stewardship Centre of Canada (2009) The Green Communities Guide will be an essential tool to help elected officials, municipal planners, developers, real estate associations, stewardship groups and citizens develop strategies to conserve water, protect water quality, conserve valuable agricultural land, and protect critical open space and wildlife habitat. Through the guide, municipalities, stewardship groups, and developers will be informed about the innovative approaches other communities are taking to avoid, mitigate, or reduce the impacts of growth and development, to maintain the flow of ecological goods and services from their landscapes. |
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Your New Home: A Guide to Healthy Living and Environmental Cost Savings - Clean Calgary (2008) Buying or Renting a New Home? Learn about improved home health and cost savings through energy efficiency, indoor air quality, water conservation and waste management. This guide will enable the reader to identify homes that offer a healthy living environment and below average operating costs. Included in the guide are checklists, websites and valuable information on assessing operating costs. The guide offers tips for assessing the health of a home and is a resource for both home owners and renters. More information can be found on the Clean Calgary website. |
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A Community Guide To the Planning Process - Federation of Calgary Communities (2008) Community associations have an important role to play in planning. They help to shape and communicate community goals and aspirations in both policy planning and implementation of plans. The purpose of the Guide is to help community volunteers deal with planning issues in an effective and rewarding manner. It is also hoped that the Guide will help to promote positive and productive working relationships among communities, applicants, City staff and all the players in the planning process. For a copy of the guide click here. |
Alberta's Land Uses, Population And Residential Patterns: Challenges And Opportunities For Alberta's Real Estate Sector Dr. Brad Stelfox (2008) Presentation at 2008 AREA Jasper Leadership Conference Note: This is a large powerpoint file |
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Sustainabilty At Home - The Natural Step (2008) Sustainability at home is a toolkit that helps homeowners understand how to apply sustainable development concepts to everyday household decisions. The toolkit covers an explanation of sustainability; questions to ask while making household decisions; concrete and simple suggestions for every room in your house; renovations; resources for further information and idea and more.Designed for Alberta, this guide will be useful for REALTORS® to distribute to new and experienced homeowners alike.
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Home Buyer's Guide To Environmental Stewardship The guide is a resource to inform prospective home buyers about the area's environmental and lifestyle assets. It encourages environmentally responsible choices and stewardship actions relating to living in close proximity to wildlife and habitat corridors. |
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People & Place: Liner Building Business Plan The University of Calgary (2007) This report was written by the People and Place project team. It addresses the primary purpose of the project - a business rationale and strategy for the development of a mixed-use affordable housing/business incubator liner building along International Avenue (17th Avenue SE) in Greater Forest Lawn.
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The Fiscal Implications of Land Use: A "Cost of Community Services" Study for Red Deer County Miistakis Institute (2006) Land use planning is a complex process. The report is designed to help connect the fiscal land use components of municipal decision making in a straight forward and cost-effective way. Red Deer county sits at Alberta's centre. It is one of the fastest growing regions in Alberta. The county looked at the cost of community services study to better plan for the future. Click on the image for the full report or click here for a 2-page summary. |
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Guy Greenway (2005) 'Conservation easements' have been gaining popularity since their introduction in the province in 1996. This publication can help property owners understand more about one of the land conservation possibilities available to them. |
Southwest Alberta Development And Consultation Roadmap: A Guide For Proponents And The Community - Southwest Alberta Sustainable Community Initiative (2008) This document provides an overview of likely regulatory processes and related issues in respect of potential development projects that may be proposed in southwest Alberta. |
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Healthy Parks, Healthy People, Healthy Communities The Alberta Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) recognizes that the increasing urbanization of Alberta has significant implications parks planning, quality of life and economically sustainable communities. The premise, upon which the Proximate Principle is based, is that residential properties located near an amenity such as a park, open space or water way, will attract a higher capitalized value. Further, the higher capitalized value will result in incrementally higher levels of municipal property taxes, which when aggregated, are theorized to be sufficient to pay for the annual costs related to the development and maintenance of the amenity. |
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Consumer Receptivity and Environmental Performance Related To Transit Oriented Development (TOD) - Terry Brooke, William T. Perks and Mary-Ellen Tyler (2007) The purpose of the project is to enhance commercial REALTORS® understanding of the development potential around LRT stations for mixed use development/redevelopment and to enhance residential REALTORS® understanding of affordable housing strategies for first time buyers (starters) and mature buyers (finishers). |
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Feasibility Study Findings January, 2010 This study assessed the feasibility of incorporating a “green” building rating system into the MLS® System for resale homes in Alberta. |
Alberta Real Estate Heritage Website Alberta Heritage Foundation (2008) The real estate industry in Alberta has played a vital role in shaping communities. Not only has it contributed to the province's economic development, the history of the transactions it facilitates also chronicle the social, political, demographic, and architectural heritage of cities, towns and rural communities across the province. Collectively and individually, real estate professionals have made and continue to make significant contributions to the fabric of the province, and these deserve to be made known. Alberta's Real Estate Heritage website is an educational multimedia website showcasing information about all aspects of the real estate industry - its history, people, and landmark buildings. |
| Designated Agency Resource Guide Alberta Real Estate Association (2008) Designated agency is an option for brokerages as of March 1, 2008. The resource guide was compiled for REALTORS® and brokers to better understand the model of designated agency. |
Seven Green Trends and Their Implications for Alberta REALTORS® Monica Pohlmann & Alberta Real Estate Association (2007) Given the recent surge of media attention and consumer interest in "green" opportunities and challenges, the Alberta Real Estate Association and the Alberta Real Estate Foundation commissioned research to better understand the implications for Alberta REALTORS®. Seven key trends were identified that make the business case for enhanced attention to green issues by Alberta REALTORS®. |
Strategy 2007: Residential Real Estate in Alberta Jane Lee Saber, Ryerson University, and Paul Messinger, University of Alberta (2007) The real estate industry is changing and so are technologies and consumer attitudes. A comprehensive summary of real estate buyers, sellers and strategies for the industry in Alberta . Click here for the executive summary of the report. |
Outline and Tentative Plan Application Process Review Summary of the joint review between Urban Development Institute Calgary (UDI) and the City of Calgary for the building and development review process. (2006) |
2006 Broker Benchmarking Survey Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA)(2006) |
2006 Real Estate Licensee Survey and Demographics |