Our Commitment to Accessibility

Community-Focused
Accessible Housing and Services

The Housing Trust recognizes that affordability is only one important thing that people think about when they are looking for a home and that many people struggle to find accessible units in Halifax and across Nova Scotia. We make substantial investments in enhancing the accessibility of our buildings and units – enhancing the accessibility of up to 20% of units in each of our buildings.

Our portfolio was built during a time when communities did not always think about the diverse needs of people seeking safe and appropriate housing and how that might look different for everyone.

Structural issues prevent us from achieving accessibility to Canada’s Building Code, so we work with partners to achieve the highest level of accessibility within the structural constraints.

Accessibility Features

Wheelchair accessible sinks
Wider hallways
Toilet hand rails
Bathtub hand rail
Front entrance ramp
Door threshold

Unit Ammenities

Stainless fridge, stove, dishwasher and microwave
Private entrances
Water included
Heat pumps

Community Ammenities

Parking available
On-site laundry facilities
Social room
Smoke-free building
Pet free

Bathroom

Kitchen

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bathrooms

Looking for an accessible home?

Our accessibility-enhanced units are designed to support comfort, independence, and community living.

Take a Virtual Tour our 1-2 bedroom Units

240 Portland Street

Accessible Friendly One Bedroom

240 Portland St, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1J7, Canada

Floor Plan

1 and 2 bedroom layouts