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Requirement for Cafe Space at 254 Island Highway
First seen: July 7, 2026
Last seen: July 7, 2026
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July 7, 2026Council
Full RecordingDevelopment Variance Permit 258 Helmcken Road
Council refused a developer's request to cancel a requirement for a cafe in a new apartment building.
"Staff recommended support as the space has been vacant since 2025. However, Councillor Mattson and others argued that the developer was granted extra height (two stories) specifically in exchange for providing a grocery or cafe, and the town should not waive this commitment."
Formal MotionFailed
"THAT Development Variance Permit for 258 Helmcken Road to vary the condition of use by not requiring a minimum floor area for a cafe be approved."
Moved by: Don Brown
Seconded by: Sid Tobias
Don Brown
John Rogers
Ron Mattson
Alison MacKenzie
Gery Lemon
Sid Tobias