Hundreds of more students will have a place to live at one of the largest Universities in the Maritimes.
On its website, Dalhousie University says it has moved another step toward a six-story building that will accommodate 200 students.
Dal’s Board of Governor’s approved moving ahead with a detailed design of the new residence at a meeting, late August.
Dalhousie President Kim Brooks says last fall they committed to breaking ground on new student housing within two years.
“Twelve months later, we are excited to announce this new residence, which aims to provide students with more housing options and support the growth of vibrant, sustainable communities in our province.”
What it will look like
The chosen site is an L-shaped piece of land bordering Henry and Seymour Streets on the Studley Campus.
Dalhousie says this provides a central, on-campus location close to University Avenue and other buildings on campus.
Options for housing include furnished one-bedroom nano-units, standard one-bedroom units and other layouts that have kitchens, bathrooms and maybe even laundry included in the suite.
This, the University says, is addressing feedback from students about providing more apartment-style options.
Linda Parker, assistant vice president of housing and campus connections says housing is a challenge for many students who want to live near campus.
“We heard what students were interested in and are excited to offer more housing options that will appeal to upper-year and mature students.”
The buildings that currently occupy the space will either be removed or relocated.
Dalhousie says a request for proposal was released Monday for bids on the design and construction.
Preparation for the site will begin this spring, to open by 2027.
