The Project

The Town of Banff is developing a complex with 33 dwelling units in the heart of downtown Banff to provide affordable, for-purchase housing for eligible Banff National Park residents.

This development, called The Aster, is part of the Banff Housing Strategy to ensure those working in Banff are able to live in Banff.

The Banff Housing Corporation managed the building and sales of the dwellings. 

All dwellings are sold out.

Qualified applicants were entered into a random lottery draw that placed them in numerical order for purchasing a dwelling, until all units were sold. First, applicants for the barrier-free units were selected, then first-time home buyers, then other buyers.

The Aster is named after a perennial wildflower frequently found in Banff National Park.

  • The building will be a u-shape at 340 Banff Avenue

  • It will include 33 dwellings of various sizes

  • Floor plans and layouts include one, two and three bedrooms, 10 lofted dwellings and 2 accessible

  • All dwellings are for sale through the Banff Housing Corporation

  • The central courtyard and rooftop patio ensure the building not only fits into the neighbourhood but fosters a sense of community for the residents

Design Features

  • Incorporates space saving solutions like a gear wall, clever storage options, in-suite laundry

  • There is a proposed total of 45 parking stalls of underground parking

  • Internal elevator to access all levels

  • Rooftop patio includes a heritage cabin that can be used as a multipurpose space for residents

  • Every unit has a private balcony

  • Incorporates environmental initiatives that make the building more efficient and sustainable, including solar rooftop

  • Secure underground parking and indoor bike parking

  • Will be built to LEED Silver specifications

Occupancy

Occupancy is scheduled for Winter 2023