High-rise condos, luxury towers, some heritage conversions

• Elevator booking mandatory — 2+ weeks notice, typical slots are 4 hours
• Certificate of Insurance (COI) required by virtually every building
• Street parking is metered everywhere — apply for a Temporary Occupancy Permit ($45 admin + daily rate)
• Loading docks have height limits — confirm clearance before arriving with a large truck

Luxury high-rise condos, waterfront towers

• Some of the strictest strata rules in Vancouver — weekday-only moves common
• Damage deposits typically $300–$500; some buildings charge a non-refundable move fee
• Concierge will deny entry without valid COI — have it ready
• Limited street parking; loading zones fill fast on move days

Character homes, walk-up apartments, newer condos near Broadway

• Many older homes have narrow staircases and tight doorframes — measure furniture first
• Walk-up apartments (3–4 storeys, no elevator) are common — stair carry fees apply
• Street parking competitive on weekends near the beach — plan truck positioning
• Broadway Subway construction causing detours on east side of Kits

Mix of walk-ups, heritage homes, new mid-rise condos

• Broadway closed between Main and Quebec for subway construction (2026) — major detours
• Gentrifying rapidly — mix of old walk-ups and brand-new buildings with different rules
• Main Street congested on weekends with restaurant/shop traffic
• Side streets are narrow with mature trees — careful truck positioning needed

Older walk-ups, character homes, some newer townhomes

• Walk-up heavy neighbourhood — expect stair carries on most moves
• Commercial Drive itself is extremely busy — use side streets for truck access
• Older buildings have non-standard doorframes and narrow hallways
• Street parking on residential blocks fills up fast — arrive early

Mix of apartments, condos, and older houses near Broadway

• Broadway Subway construction affects the entire corridor — plan for delays
• Granville Street congestion on weekends makes truck access challenging
• Many mid-rise buildings from the 1970s with small elevators — check dimensions
• South Granville residential streets are generally manageable for trucks

Diverse mix: older character homes, duplexes, some newer infills

• Generally well-laid-out grid streets with decent truck access
• Some areas near Clark Drive and Commercial have narrower lanes
• Rear-lane access common — useful for loading furniture
• Hilly pockets near Grandview — scout the address if moving in winter

Rapidly densifying — new condos near Marine Drive, older houses further in

• Heavy construction activity around Marine Drive and Cambie — detours frequent
• New buildings have modern move-in protocols (elevator booking, COI)
• Older residential blocks are flat and easy to access
• Close to Oak Street and Knight Street bridges — good for Richmond moves

Upscale detached homes, some low-rise apartments

• Wide residential streets with good truck access — one of the easier areas
• Larger homes mean longer moves — budget extra time
• Mature trees and hedges can obstruct sight lines — use spotters when backing in
• 41st Avenue can be congested — use side streets to approach

Student housing, campus residences, luxury homes in Point Grey

• September 1 is extremely busy — UBC student move-in overwhelms the area
• Limited road access to campus — only a few routes in and out
• Point Grey has steep bluffs near NW Marine Drive — challenging for loaded trucks
• UBC residences have their own move-in protocols — contact housing office first

Mix of townhomes, detached homes, and mid-rise condos — hilly terrain

• Must cross Burrard Inlet — Ironworkers Memorial is the only option for loaded moving trucks (Lions Gate has a 13-tonne limit)
• Steep grades throughout — Lonsdale, Grand Boulevard, and upper levels are challenging
• Lower Lonsdale is flat but dense with newer condos — elevator booking essential
• Bridge congestion at rush hour adds 30–60 min — plan timing carefully

Luxury detached homes, estate properties, steep hillside lots

• Winding roads with steep grades — some driveways are inaccessible for large trucks
• Must cross Lions Gate (13-tonne limit) or detour via Ironworkers + Hwy 1 west
• Many homes require shuttle service with smaller trucks from the main road
• BC Ferries terminal at Horseshoe Bay creates seasonal traffic in summer