LDA20-0414 Garneau-108 Street Altairus

Monday April 5, 2021

Re: City Council Public Engagement LDA20-0414 Garneau -108 Street Altairus

I have been an owner and resident in Garneau since the 1980s and I object to this rezoning application. While I am supportive of some development at this site, I am opposed to this project for the following reasons.
- Setbacks: There need to be larger setbacks on the south, west and north lot lines to fit in with and not overwhelm the neighbourhood.
- Stepbacks: The proposed stepbacks are less that the current setbacks so again not acceptable on this street.
- Density: In this already densely populated neighbourhood, the developer proposes to replace 3 houses with 97 small units. This does not provide adequate space for families and goes against the GARP.
The overall question of destiny needs to be addressed in Garneau, before approving this development. There are 4 other rezoning applications nearby with a planned increase of over 500 units. There is not enough parkland for children to play in, not enough units for families and inadequate parking. While I appreciate the city’s efforts to upgrade the walkability of these neighbourhoods, the increase in residency from all these developments, would be too much to bear. This will have a negative impact on the quality of life of all who have invested in and live here. The city’s goals of increasing density could be met by infilling empty lots while at the same time following the current zoning height limitation in place in the GARP.
Traffic: Adding 500 units into this neighbourhood will lead to long term and far reaching congestion and problems. If not from residents who need to find places to park, then from delivery and service vehicles. Parking will extend to the end of the streets, diminishing visibility and safety at intersections.
I urge the city and counselors to carefully think about these concerns and the long term effects before approving rezoning of this applications

From the drawings does not appear there is enough parking for the property and the number of units? Its also appears very close to the property line, not sure how it would affect other buildings that currently exist in term of the impact during the build, light and water drainage thereafter. There is a lot of hardscape in this plan.

The setbacks seem small this will really fill up the space- as well the amount of traffic that will be flowing out on 110th and 111th in the rush hours may be more than the streets can handle- the alley is very narrow and in terrible shape this will not help.

Rezoning from RA7 to DC2 will enable construction of a building which will contravene several community agreed-to conditions in the Garneau Area Redevelopment Plan (GARP).
I purchased my apartment in 2020 with the understanding that setbacks for any further development next door would be followed according to GARP. I have one parking stall leaving my roommate to find a spot on the street. This has been a challenge from the beginning. The proposed building; will block all sunlight, there will be increased traffic, garbage and noise level, decreased parking, excreta.
I am vehemently against amendments to zoning to enable developers to build higher than the GARP. We urge the city to reject these proposals on the grounds that the GARP exists to guide land use, accommodate growth, and improve the quality of the environment, with an emphasis on family accommodation. I bought a home here knowing it was zoned for houses, four storey (max) walk ups, and green space. This proposed project simply does not fit.

Hello, I own 14 condo units across the st.

Here are my concerns:

1) The road is already very congested and the is very minimal street parking as it is right now. I believe having these many units nearby will increase the load on the road to a point where it will be difficult to manage the traffic and get to my units as well as other units.

2) I also dont see any regulations on parking. There should be at least a 1 to 1 stall to bedroom ratio to deal with the street parking issue. I feel there is not enough information provided on the details of the developers plan.

3) I also agree with Andrews notes about the GARP

Thanks

You need parking as this is already a high density area. You also need to ensure the city sewer system can handle that much added density in this area.
Sunlight will be an issue with the increased height as mentioned in another comment.
I feel more information on the plan is required.

I am resubmitting a previous letter to ensure my voice is heard.
In this package of documents I cannot see any significant private parking stalls. Will there be underground parking, albeit I cannot see an entrance on the elevation drawings. Regardless of any development, sufficient private parking per unit needs to be included.

February 13, 2021


City of Edmonton
Development Services
6th Floor Edmonton Tower
10111-104 Ave NW
Edmonton T5J 0J4


Attn: Andrew Sherstone

Re: Rezoning 10742-86 Avenue NW


As an owner of a condo Unit 201 in Garneau Manor I am writing to inform you of my concerns and am not in favour of the rezoning application.
I submit the following concerns that highlight both the physical and financial realities.

1. Loss of direct sunlight for those units with west-facing windows and balconies; shading for
those units at the northwest corner.

2. A ridiculous increase in density which would result in more traffic, noise, garbage, and loss
of street parking. Parking has been an outstanding problem for many years now due to the limited on street parking. The existing mosque being across from our building holds prayer services that attracts many participants that results in our private parking spaces being used up and/or individuals parking directly behind our vehicle thus trapping us in until the service is over. Calling Edmonton bylaw is not a useful remedy due to the response time. Having said this, it is recognized that this problem is on a sporadic/scheduled basis. If the new development is allowed to proceed with limited parking then the problem will become a permanent ongoing issue. The developers goal that this will be a green building in all respects is admiral, but at the end of the day I believe the majority of the new owners or tenants will own one vehicle at a minimum.

3. Would be in direct contravention of the Garneau Area Redevelopment Plan (GARP) which
outlines the parameters for development to preserve the integrity of Garneau neighbourhoods,
i.e. mix of single family dwellings and maximum four-story walk ups.

4. May set a precedent for other rezoning applications and further erosion of the GARP and
the greater Garneau community.
While we are not opposed to development, we are concerned that developers, and the City, honour the
long-term development and sustainable community plan as outlined in the GARP.


Respectfully,

Gerry Marcotte
1584618 Albert Ltd.

beautiful concept