More fascinating and comprehensive studies on rental housing in Vancouver

When I questioned some of the numbers used in his report, Dale McClanaghan sent me links to all the background studies commissioned by him and the city. I have only just started to go through them, but the first that I looked at, 2D by Coriolis is a minefield of information. Moreover, unless I am mistaken, it seems to conflict with the cost numbers used in the summary report. While I await clarification, here are the links to the various background reports. I'm sure these cost tens of thousands of dollars to produce, and it is great that the city has made them available for general use. Based on what I have seen so far, this information is a must read for anyone interested in rental housing in Vancouver and the region.

PHASE I CONSULTANT REPORTS
Study 1	Rental Housing Demand and Existing Supply (PDF, 1.41MB)
Study 2A	Purpose-Built Rental Housing - Inventory and Risk Analysis (PDF, 2.91MB)
Study 2B	Purpose-Built Rental Housing - Building Condition and Major Repair Requirements (PDF, 6.08MB)
Study 2C	Purpose-Built Rental Housing - Investment Climate for Existing Stock (PDF, 1.41MB)
Study 2D	Purpose-Built Rental Housing - Economics of New Supply (PDF, 1.18MB)
Study 3	The Role of Rented Condo Stock (PDF, 1.60MB)
Study 4	Secondary Suites (PDF, 2.43MB)