This section includes tools and templates to assist groups develop a project with BC Housing. The following documents were created by task groups as part of Strengthening the Social Housing Sector and provide project management tools required to provide consistent and relevant information when developing new housing opportunities.

Resources	Description	Download

Social Housing Cost Target Framework	The framework generates a target cost for a project based on the project data and allows social housing proponents to assess their projected project cost against this target. The Cost Target Framework is used during the early design phases of project development.	Social Housing Cost Target Framework Costing Framework (Excel)

Operating Cost Target Framework	The framework is a tool to understanding and anticipating future operating costs for either fully independent housing or housing with support services. The framework has the flexibility to accommodate different staffing models based on the needs of specific client groups.	Operating Cost Target Framework Framework Template (Excel) Framework Example (Excel)

The Housing Need and Demand Study Document	Ensures the need identification process is consistent, and the resulting project evaluations and decisions are fair to all need groups and across all regions of the Province. This document was developed to assist project sponsors in developing need and demand studies.	The Housing Need and Demand Study Document Detailed Instructions for Community Needs/Supply Profiles

Monthly Reporting	The objective of monthly reporting is to increase clarity and consistency around project monitoring. The process of monthly reporting will enhance the efficiency of the process through the use of standardized templates. Consistent project reporting will be beneficial to non-profit societies and their project teams. There are two templates, one for preconstruction and the other to be used during the construction phase. The reporting templates provide timely information on the project and identify the key areas of change during a specific month.	Monthly Construction Form Monthly Pre-Construction Form PPA Checklist

Capital Budget Form	This form is used to create a draft capital budget for submission to BC Housing for review. This template helps to ensure that all budget items are identified at the beginning of a project. This is seen as a key element in planning and efficient functioning of a successful project.	Capital Budget Form

Claim Forms	Used for all BC Housing funded projects and enable consistent reporting of monthly project claim information. This will aide in the reconciliation and timely processing of claims.	Template PDF Claim Form (Excel)
		Template Construction Claim (Excel)

Lending Criteria Guide	BC Housing provides interim and/or arranges long-term financing for non-profit societies to create self-sustaining, affordable housing developments under the Community Partnership Initiatives program. The guide contains general guidelines for borrower eligibility.	Lending Criteria Guide

Post Completion Quantitative Review Checklist	Post completion reviews provide a summary of lessons learned on a project, including what was successful and was not successful. This provides insight for future projects and program decisions, as well as how best to initiate corrective action on upcoming projects that are facing similar challenges.	Post Completion Quantitative Review Checklist

If there are any questions or concerns relating to the above templates, please contact BC Housing at 604-439-4199.