LDA23-0057 Griesbach Battalion Square

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Get involved!

You are invited to learn more about the application and share feedback online. The following engagement opportunities are open from July 10 until July 31, 2023.

What Happens Next

We will use feedback shared to make sure our review of the application is as complete as possible. After engagement is closed, feedback received will be summarized in a What We Heard report for City Council so that they know your perspective prior to making a decision.

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  • How does this follow the Master Plan for Griesbach that set strict guidelines for buildings to NOT exceed 4 stories in order to keep the integrity of the vision for this beautiful neighborhood? There were obvious reasons why that guideline was made. We were promised these guidelines would be followed, but time and time again, the City has allowed developers to do whatever they want, no matter how many contradictions and concessions, and land use/zoning changes it involves. What is the point in making promises that are broken at the drop of a hat? What was the point in even creating a Master Plan you weren’t going to follow through with to fruition and why create this façade that our concerns even matter? How does this accommodate for the significant increases to vehicular traffic and noise and crime, the increase demands on water/waste water, and electricity? As well as guarantee that flooding prevention are integrated from day one into the designs, knowing that Griesbach is essentially a wetland, since the proposal renderings sure feature a LOT of impermeable concrete and asphalt. What about all of the wildlife that will be disrupted by this development? Are environmental conservation studies going to be taken to assure you aren’t destroying fragile habitats? And will this development support local businesses? Or are we just going to see more American chains move in? And lastly, and of very high importance, how is Reconciliation and the calls from the TRC being implemented into this project at its very ground roots as well as your commitments to Decolonization, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion? As these aren’t just fancy buzz words— they are calls to action to do better, and dismantle the old ways and challenge us to innovate, and this is something we, as a society, simply must answer.

    H asked 9 months ago

    Neighbourhood plans are dynamic documents that often get amended over time to reflect new City policies and plans, as well as adapt to changing demographic and market needs.

    With an application of this nature, environmental conservation studies are not required.  Extensive technical studies (on a neighbourhood-wide level) to assess traffic generation, roadway alignments, drainage, water servicing, and park land were reviewed and approved at the time the NASP was prepared.

    At the rezoning stage, specific details regarding the types of businesses that will be operating at this location are unknown.

  • has there been appropriate studies done to assess traffic? Parking?

    pgodor asked 9 months ago

    The applicant is preparing a Traffic Study for review and approval by Transportation Planning.

    Since Council’s approval of Open Option Parking, minimum on-site parking requirements have been removed from the Zoning Bylaw.  The draft site plan currently shows 102 surface parking stalls.  The number of parking stalls will be confirmed at the development permit phase.

  • I live on Hampton gray Ave backing on to the training center. I'm worried about the privacy that I won't be getting with the 6 story condo. What are things done to ensure privacy of existing community members around this new proposal?

    WilliamBanh asked 9 months ago

    The proposed DC1 Provision requires 5.5 m setbacks from each lot line, except a setback of 5.0 m is required from the south lot line.  

    Landscaping will be provided within the setback area, which provides a visual buffer between adjacent homes and the planned apartment building. 

  • How will this affect the traffic congestion for the homes close by as well as the safety measures being put in place for children crossing these roads. How does the population density of this area compare to other neighborhoods close by given that there would be two sets of condos being put up close together?

    Rhlc asked 9 months ago

    The additional residential density with this proposal is comparable to the amount of people expected under the existing zone.  However, the commercial uses will add additional traffic volumes and put pressure on the alley.

    The traffic impacts associated with the proposal will be evaluated by Transportation Planning upon receipt of the Traffic Study.

    Griesbach currently has approximately 1,827 units and a population over 5,000 people.  At full build out, the Griesbach Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan anticipates a total of about 5,180 units and 14,425 people.

    The table below compares the densities of Griesbach to its main surrounding neighbourhoods.

    Neighbourhood

    People/ha

    Units/ha

    Griesbach

    57

    20.6

    Beaumaris

    59

    24.5

    Evansdale

    63

    22.5

    Northmount 

    51

    18

    Carlisle

    64

    22.6

    Caernarvon

    57

    21

    Sources:  Griesbach NASP & 2016 Federal Census

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  • How many units is the 6 story building expected to hold? Is it all a market value building?

    Scottie asked 9 months ago

    The new apartment building would accommodate approximately 90-100 units.  The applicant has indicated that the intent is to provide market-rate housing, however the City does not regulate the price-point of units and tenure is not land use consideration.

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  • Has a traffic impact study been done that takes into consideration the other three condo buildings that are also on this field? The traffic volume could be a concern to the community, especially with a 6 story rather than 4.

    Scottie asked 9 months ago

    Yes, the applicant is preparing a Traffic Study for review and approval by Transportation Planning.

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