"The iconic 224-unit housing complex was built in 1954 and once provided low-income homes for nearly 700 people. But the site has fallen into disrepair in recent years. Only ten households remain.
BC Housing has long planned to bulldoze the aging buildings and redevelop the entire complex, located just west of Main street on 33rd Ave. The city has expressed concerns in the face of vocal community protests and a homeless crisis on Vancouver streets.
Housing Minister Rich Coleman has made it clear that funding for new social housing at four other city sites would depend on a Little Mountain agreement, COPE councillor Ellen Wordsworth said.
Demolition permits were expected to be issued today,"---- Old Van Sun Article
Demolition Began on Friday this week, long live Little Mountain
