Re: “University of Victoria needs more housing,” letter, Sept. 28.

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I agree with the letter writer that the University of Victoria needs more housing. This would provide convenient and affordable accommodation to students who desperately need it.

Additionally, this would free up semi-affordable housing elsewhere in Saanich and Oak Bay. But it would also help solve neighbourhood issues with students.

Currently, there are an abundance of homes accommodating five, 10 or more students. This can often cause parking and noise issues for neighbours.

With more housing at UVic, students would be found less often in illegal rental situations and instead with more convenient, affordable housing.

Ned Taylor

Saanich