LDA21-0544 Woodcroft RF5 Rezoning

I am opposed to this rezoning of a 5 Plus Unit. It is not realistic on this lot, smaller scale triplex would be better.

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I am strongly opposed to changing the zoning of this property to R5. We are in general advocates of infill and higher density building, but it has to be realistic and work within the constraints of the lot and the community. It doesn’t seem realistic to build 5 units, let alone 5 plus. A duplex or triplex would work or 2 infill homes. The idea of having possibly 10 families living on that lot doesn’t make any sense. The parking issue is also a big one. Many buses use the road in front as well as bicyclists. Having up to 10 cars or more parking on the street in that location would be hazardous to residents and the community. Rather than more affordable housing, I would like to see some housing to attract young professionals and families.

I am opposed to rezoning this property to a RF5. The lot is too small for such a large complex and parking would be a huge concern as it is limited with the bus route. I am trying to be open minded but just feel this lot is too small.

I have serious concerns with this proposal. I am in favour of densification as long as it is reasonable for the area. This proposed structure is too large for the location, both the number of units and the height. Traffic is already an issue in the area and can be dangerous for pedestrians, children and cyclists. The increase in people, vehicles and lack of parking will exacerbate this problem. There is already an abundance of multi- family accommodation in the area, in fact, half a block away. Also please consider other developments underway eg the new recreation centre which will increase traffic and affect safety. Developments should not be approved in isolation.

I have already voiced my opinion here but I want to add that I live very close to this proposed rezoning location. I am very opposed to rezoning this property because it does not fit with the character of the neighbourhood. The existing zoning is adequate for densification. I did look at the developer’s website and it appears that they do mainly commercial spaces and their residential spaces, while nice, are boxy. This does not fit with the character of this neighbourhood. Lack of parking should be enough of a deterrent alone to deny this rezoning request. I strongly do not support rezoning. We have nice neighbours and I don’t want them to live in the shadow of a potentially large structure. Do not rezone!

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I am opposed to the City rezoning the property at 11515 - 139 Street NW, in the west area of the Woodcroft neighbourhood.
I live in Woodcroft and the proposed rezoning from (RF1) Single Detached Residential Zone to the (RF5) Row Housing Zone for this property doesn't make sense. There isn't enough parking to sustain the amount of traffic and this lot is better suited for families who would like to enjoy a nice big backyard. We have a lot of townhouses and seniors housing already in Woodcroft. We don't need this large property on this lot.
Please listen to the residents of Woodcroft.

I am opposed to the development. Parking is an issue, maintenance of sidewalks by renters, density and other rental properties being available in our community all speak to why I am opposed. I don’t want every corner lot to now become a development like the other vacant lot that was approved on 115 Ave that now sits empty.

The proposed development is too big for the lot. up to 10 residences on a single lot and a 10 meter height is not in character of the neighborhood. This property should not have more that a three-plex in keeping with other corner lot re-developments in the City. I paid a premium for my property in what used to be RF-1 single family housing. No thanks

We live down the block from the proposed rezoning property and we are strongly opposed!
The lot size does not allow for this size of multi dwelling, not to mention space for parking.
Woodcroft already offers an abundance of affordable housing (i.e. Brentwoods & Matheson), which appear to always have empty units/vacancies.
The City needs to consider how this type of development would impact the property values of the affected/adjacent neighbours.
Not all of us wish to live next to an infill development with towering housing overlooking and shading our backyards!
No thanks to this proposal.

The proposed development is too big for the lot. up to 10 residences on a single lot and a 10 meter height is not in character of the neighborhood. This property should not have more that a three-plex in keeping with other corner lot re-developments in the City. I paid a premium for my property in what used to be RF-1 single family housing. Since then my property rights were expropriated when the RF-1 designation was change to allow for up to 6 housing units on a single lot . This proposal shows total disregard and disrespect for the people that live next to it and all the people in the community. The immediate neighbors will loose their sunlight and their privacy. There is no amenity space and no provision for parking. No thanks

I disagree with the project that could have 5 units. I am ok with densification but only for the appropriate space, this space is not appropriate. I want to thank the City of Edmonton for asking our opinion, we should always be able to give it and our opinions should be listened to.

NO! to rezoning RF1 to RF5 on this lot. RF1 already allows for max of 6 dwellings, which itself is already quite too much. RF5 allows for max of 10 dwellings = 10 households of x? people, each allowed to operate a home based business, on top of people living/working/studying from home. Crowded living conditions = not good for physical/mental health. Green/amenity space for kids? Play on the busy street/sidewalks? Max allowable height of row housing=block sunlight of neighbors! & no privacy due to overlook! Also 53% of housing in Woodcroft is affordable (more than City mandated 16%) & Brentwood rowhouses are not crowded, so RF5 not needed. If built with no parking onsite (new bylaw=no min) =disaster, especially in winter- snow/bus routes.

RF5 rezoning on this lot seems excessive, and would be at-odds with the existing neighbourhood character. RF1 makes more sense and I wouldn't personally have any objection to a duplex being developed on that lot. Therefore, I am opposed to this rezoning proposal.

I have concerns about the proposed rezoning of 11515 139st. Increasing the number of principal dwellings from 1 to 5 will lead to more traffic and potential parking issues. Unless they are owner occupied there will be the risk that absentee landlords will not be committed to the community over the long term and will not be able to react quickly enough should troubles arise with their rental properties. I do not agree that the maximum be revised to 10 metres and negatively affecting the natural light available to homes east of the lot.
Woodcroft has a great mix of low income and senior housing and individual homeowners are embracing higher density and revitalization with Garden suites and secondary suites at present.

I am fine with densification but ten units total is excessive. Even five for that little space is too much. Please allow for a duplex or triplex at most. Please also consider the types of homes that surround this proposal and find an option that is suitable for the neighborhood.

This proposed rezone is unsuitable for the community or lot size. Five units with possibly ten w/ added suites will be too much density for the lot size and too much of an increase in cars parking on the street and in traffic and other noise. The developer shouldn't be able to make money at the expense of the character of the community or the quality of life of current residents. Woodcroft is a small community with many multi-resident dwellings already (multiple apartment blocks including several for seniors; a large Brentwood Homes row-housing complex). There's no need to further densify it, and these units won't fall into the category of "affordable"; new builds of infill in this city rarely, if ever, are. Decline the application.

I have left extensive detailed feedback with Stuart Carlyle, but will again express ABSOLUTE EXTREME OPPOSITION to this rezoning proposal. There is something seriously wrong if the City of Edmonton the serious damage such a huge proposed row housing project will have on our community. Look at 11515-139 Street after rezoning took place. It sits as a vacant lot, now being used as a construction dump site for someone! Our City and our Councillor Erin Rutherford need to hear our voices, please.