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Helmcken and Camden Townhouse Development
First seen: April 15, 2025
Last seen: April 15, 2025
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April 15, 2025Council
Full Recording14, 14A Helmcken Road and 6 Camden Avenue Rezoning (2022-06) and Development Permit (2024-05) Application
A Development Permit for a 12-unit townhouse project on Helmcken and Camden was approved, allowing for minor zoning variances regarding setbacks, parking, and building mechanics.
"Council reviewed four variances, including reducing the rear yard setback from 6.0m to 3.0m and reducing the maneuvering aisle width from 7.6m to 6.7m. The applicant confirmed that even large vehicles could maneuver safely. Council supported the development, noting its design quality, its contribution to gentle densification, and its suitability for families, preferring it over larger condo structures."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT the email dated April 14, 2025 from G. Thompson, Development Services Officer, Ministry of Transportation and Transit, Re: 14, 14A Helmcken Road and 6 Camden Avenue be received."
Moved by: John Rogers
Seconded by: Ron Mattson
Alison MacKenzie
Don Brown
Damian Kowalewich
Ron Mattson
Sid Tobias
John Rogers
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT a Development Permit with Variances Application No. 2024-05, for 14, 14A Helmcken Road and 6 Camden Avenue be issued in accordance with plans submitted to the Development Services Department on April 1, 2025, and subject to: a. the proposed development meeting all of Town's Zoning Bylaw requirements, except for the following variances: i. reduce the rear yard setback from 6.0 m to 3.0 m; ii. increase the total maximum number of small-car parking spaces from 4 to 5 spaces; iii. reduce the minimum width of a manoeuvring aisle from 7.6 m to 6.7 m; and iv. locate a residential heat pump within the flanking yard. (C-71-25)"
Moved by: John Rogers
Seconded by: Don Brown
Alison MacKenzie
Damian Kowalewich
Don Brown
Ron Mattson
Sid Tobias
John Rogers