LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park
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Timelines
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September 17, 2019
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageApplication to rezone the property from (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision and (RF1) Single Detached Residential Zone to (RA7) Low Rise Apartment Zone accepted by the City for processing.
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October 7, 2019
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageFirst postcard mailed out to surrounding property owners of the site and the Jasper Park Community League notifying them about the proposed rezoning.
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October 29, 2019
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageApplication placed on hold by Applicant to revisit scope of the application.
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May 26, 2020
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageLetter mailed out by Applicant to surrounding property owners and the Jasper Park Community League notifying them of the intention to revise the proposed rezoning to a new (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision and inviting feedback.
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November 26, 2020
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageRevised application to rezone the property from (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision and (RF1) Single Detached Residential Zone to a new (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision accepted by the City for processing.
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December 17, 2020
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageSecond postcard mailed out to surrounding property owners of the site and the Jasper Park Community League notifying them of the revised application.
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March 1, 2020
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageThird postcard mailed out to surrounding property owners of the site and the Jasper Park Community League notifying them of the opportunity to provide feedback on the application via the City’s Engaged Edmonton online platform.
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March 8, 2021
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park has finished this stageEngaged Edmonton web page launched.
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June, 2021
LDA19-0397 49 West Jasper Park is currently at this stageTarget City Council Public Hearing.
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We appreciate your feedback and will use it to:
- inform the City’s planning analysis and ensure all factors are taken into consideration;
- help inform conversations with the applicant about making revisions to address concerns; and
- summarize feedback for City Council so that they know your perspective prior to making a decision.
A summary of what we hear from this engagement will be posted on this webpage and provided to City Council when the application advances to Public Hearing for a decision. When the applicant is ready to take the application to Council, notices of the Public Hearing date will be sent to surrounding property owners. You can register to speak at the City Council Public Hearing or listen online. Click here for more information about how to speak to Council. You can also submit written comments to City Council through the Office of the City Clerk (city.clerk@edmonton.ca).
What Information is Considered When Making a Decision
Zoning regulates what types of buildings are allowed on
a site (eg. residential or commercial) and the basic size and shape of those buildings. It does not control who can live or work in the buildings or whether the property is rented or owned.
The City's Development Services Branch reviews the rezoning application based on:
- Approved policies, plans and guidelines;
- Planning analysis (how the proposed zone fits into the neighbourhood);
- Technical information (traffic impacts, water and sewer capacity, etc.); and
- Public input (feedback from the public will be summarized in the final report to Council).
I am against this new development cause it will create parking shortages for residential homes nearby and less safe for young kids crossing the street and more traffic jam. Also, it might bring in more unwanted irresponsible people to this peaceful neighborhood. It will be creating less of a home feel to this neighborhood that has more homes than apartments on 150 Street.
A seven story building is too tall for the area based on the surrounding properties and will dwarf all surrounding properties. All neighbouring properties are either single family, or low rise apartment buildings. This property should stay as either single family as previously proposed, or low rise apartments to a maximum of 4 stories.
Having a residential property with over 100 units will make this area too busy and congested with both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The current infrastructure and especially the laneway that is proposed to be the vehicular entrance to the property is not sufficient for this large amount of traffic. There are also many blind spots in the laneway and I worry about the safety of pedestrians accessing the property or neighbouring properties. Also because of the commercial property on 149 St. that shares the laneway with this property, there are many delivery vehicles that park in and block the lane, making access impossible.
I live in Jasper Park, many commenters do not. I understand the current situation with the vacant lot today, and obligation to provide parking to the adjacent business complex. This context is missing, because all surface parking shown is required for business tenants, not apartment tenants. Business tenant vehicles require over 50% of the vacant space today (over 30 vehicles), as well as nearby 150th street and 88ave. This project adds 42 surface parking lots, of which are 100% required for business tenant daytime parking. With 100 living units, unless there are 100 underground parking stalls, this project is going to expand the street-level parking congestion (and need for added City Bylaw enforcement and complaints) to homes 2 and 3 blocks away. Nearby residents will now compete with business tenants and apartment tenants to park in front of their own home.
I wonder what the average number of vehicles per 2-bedroom apartment are? Presuming 1 car, then that would add 100+ new vehicles to the area for which there are insufficient provisions between existing residents, business tenants, and new apartment tenants. I support development of this site, but this project is over-shadowed by the nearby business complex lack of parking. Take away the nearby business complex, or reduce the size of this building, or increase underground parking and I'd be 2 thumbs up!
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This is beautifully designed and brings some much needed density to the area. We need more developments like this near the future valley line west. After all, part of the reason why we're expanding the LRT is to attract developments like this that can improve our density and grow sustainably.
I have read the comments and it is clear as day that they are not by people who live in the area. The project is not well thought through, with respect to the impact to the immediate neighbours and the broader neighborhood. The JP neighborhood is already well over the City average in multi unit buildings, and is significantly above the surrounding neighborhoods. The new building does not have a parking solution for all the units, which will make the residents park their vehicles on the street in front of other people’s houses. The developer has been pressuring the City for almost a decade to make as building with as many units as possible.
I live a little north of here. Excited to see more density and thoughtful proposals, especially with the LRT coming in the next few years. Great proposal! Let's build it!
Please mandate environmental initiatives, for larger buildings like this something as simple as rainwater collection or solar roofing can make a big impact on the community. In addition, consider lighter colour materials to reduce heat trapping.
Looks like a great proposal for mid-density residential in an area that is currently under-served with respect to this type of development. Adding these units close to transit (as proposed) supports a more dense, efficient, compact city.
As a west-end resident, I support this proposal to bring medium-scale density and broaden housing options to the community and along a frequent transit corridor. So jealous of all those people who will get to live right behind Bon Ton Bakery!
Absolutely beautiful project that adds density in a complementary nature to the neighborhood. It's projects like this that Edmonton needs more of, and will enhance residential areas for the next 100 years.
As a former resident of the neighbourhood, I am very happy to see this proposal. This will take over an unattractive empty lot and increase the housing options in the area. This type development at this location aligns with so many of the City's guidelines and the City Plan by moderately increasing density at a local node which provides access to commercial and mass transit services within walking distance. All of this plus this thorough rezoning application makes this a sure win for the City and local businesses!
This is a reasonable, well-designed project adjacent to the future Valley Line LRT. I would gladly welcome such a project in my neighbourhood!
A reasonably scaled project that will provide some contemporary housing options for the area that are somewhat difficult to find in that area. Well served by transit, some walkability and aligned with many of our City's infill and guiding documents.
I think this project will bring much-needed density to this central west Edmonton neighbourhood. With the new strip mall behind this building, it will also be great for the local businesses as there will be more customers. This is a great project to approve, in the right location!
I am for the project. I own a property on 151st St and hope it helps to increase our property values in the area. The re-development is helping to make the neighborhood better and increase density. Approve!
I live in the neighborhood and I support this proposal. I like the newer development in our area and this will serve to further increase higher density housing. This makes sense with all the access to transit in the area, as well as the new LRT. I hope this project gets approved.