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10 ERSKINE LANE Delegation – Committee of the Whole

November 9, 2021Pages 68–811 section

Presentation deck outlining a proposed 5-storey residential development project with 43 units.

8.2.a) E. Gibson, Parsi Development Ltd., Re: Rezoning/Zoning Amendment - 10 Erskine Lane
43 units (studio, 1, and 2-bedroom mix)53 parking stalls providedProposed FSR: 1.38:1

10 ERSKINE LANE

Delegation – Committee of the Whole Wiser Projects November 9, 2021

Architectural rendering of the proposed multi-storey residential building
Architectural rendering of the proposed multi-storey residential building

Welcome and Agenda

Background image of rolled architectural blueprints
Background image of rolled architectural blueprints
  • Territorial Acknowledgement
  • Introduction
  • Site Location
  • Project Overview
  • Policy Overview
  • Project Benefits
  • Process
  • Questions

Who we are

Local Team

Developer: Parsi Development Past projects: The Piano; Casa Bella

Development Consultant: Wiser Projects Past Projects: market and non-market housing across CRD and Vancouver Island

Photograph of a modern multi-story apartment building with a landscaped pathway and pond
Photograph of a modern multi-story apartment building with a landscaped pathway and pond
Photograph of a modern three-story building exterior with the address number 3316
Photograph of a modern three-story building exterior with the address number 3316
Photograph of modern residential townhouses with tiered landscaping
Photograph of modern residential townhouses with tiered landscaping

Site Location

  • 8 and 10 Erskine Lane
  • Access to Galloping Goose
  • Walking distance to hospital and amenities
Map showing the site location at 10 Erskine Lane in relation to the Galloping Goose Trail and Helmcken Road
Map showing the site location at 10 Erskine Lane in relation to the Galloping Goose Trail and Helmcken Road

Project Overview

  • Previously rezoned in 2011
  • Current zoning (CD-12) allows for 4 storeys and 30 units
  • New rezoning application seeking 5 storeys and 43 units total
  • Mix of studio, 1- and 2-bedroom units
  • Vehicle and bicycle parking requirements met

Policy Overview

  • Current zone: CD-12: 4 storeys; 30 units (Seeking an amendment to zone)
  • OCP Land Use Designation: Mixed Residential
  • Development Permit Area: Mixed Residential: Form and Character
  • Considers a number of OCP policy objectives including but not limited to:
    • sustainable development pattern (infill project in a walkable neighbourhood)
    • inclusive community (attainable housing)
    • increasing the supply of housing
    • affordability through design
    • promoting alternative transportation
Architectural site plan for 10 Erskine Lane showing the building footprint and setbacks
Architectural site plan for 10 Erskine Lane showing the building footprint and setbacks

Zone: CD-12

  • FSR: 0.85:1 | Proposed: 1.38:1
  • Density: 30 units | Proposed: 43 units
  • Storeys: 4 | Proposed: 5
  • Lot Coverage: 35% | Proposed: 31%

Unit mix

  • 20 two-bedrooms units
  • 18 one-bedroom units
  • 5 studio units

Parking

  • Required: 53 stalls
  • Provided: 53 stalls
  • Bicycle: 43 secured stalls + 6-bike rack outside

Setbacks

  • Front: 7.5m | Proposed: 8.31m
  • Rear: 10m | Proposed: 10m
  • Side: 7.5m | 7.55m
  • Side, flank: 6m | Proposed: 7.63m

Project Benefits

  • Minimal impact on the neighbourhood but an increase in units
  • Minimal impact on neighbouring properties with elevation change
  • Providing much-needed housing in walkable, connected neighbourhood
  • Road dedication for Erskine Lane improvements
Topographic survey map of the site showing existing contours and the Galloping Goose Trail
Topographic survey map of the site showing existing contours and the Galloping Goose Trail

Process

  • Rezoning application: submitted
  • Arborist report and Traffic Impact Assessment: underway
  • Public Engagement: Neighbourhood meeting November 3rd
  • Committee of the Whole: December 2021
  • Public hearing and approval: Targeting Spring/Summer 2022

QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK

Eleni Gibson eleni@wiserprojects.com

Detailed architectural site plan showing the building footprint and surrounding landscape features
Detailed architectural site plan showing the building footprint and surrounding landscape features
Ground floor/parking level architectural plan showing parking stall layouts and building entrance
Ground floor/parking level architectural plan showing parking stall layouts and building entrance
Architectural floor plan showing the layout of the residential units on an upper floor
Architectural floor plan showing the layout of the residential units on an upper floor
Page 68–81

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Architectural rendering of the proposed multi-storey residential building

Architectural rendering of the proposed multi-storey residential building

Extracted from: 2021 11 09 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf