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Seniors and those with disabilities have a new housing option in Peachland.
Known as Residences on 6th, the 74-unit complex opened Friday.
It was built through a partnership between the municipality, local partners and senior levels of government.
The complex will allow those with low to moderate incomes to live independently and stay within their community.
The five-storey building on 6 Street will be operated by the Peachland Seniors' Support Society.
Both senior levels of government provided $6 million through the Social Infrastructure Fund, while the province assisted in construction financing of $7.6 million.
The municipality provided the land and waived development cost charges.
Monthly rents will range from $780 for a one-bedroom to $1,200 for a two-bedroom.
"Thank you to the many people who have worked tirelessly over the years to bring the affordable seniors housing to fruition. That includes Peachland Seniors' Support Society directors, District of Peachland staff, our MLA Dan Ashton and BC Housing," said Mayor Cindy Fortin.
"Being able to age in place is vital for the health and well-being of seniors, whose limitations, both physically and financially, can mean having to leave their friends and familiar surroundings to find accommodation in other communities. This new affordable housing building is truly a blessing for our community."
