Attachment F to Attachment B: Community Workshop Exit Surveys

Commercial Space at The Royale

#101 258 Helmcken Road

Community Workshop Exit Survey

OVERVIEW

The intent of this application is to alter the allowable commercial land uses allowed within the current CD-26 Island Highway / Helmcken Zoning to include a broader range of community-supported uses. We're planning to add a few new, neighborhood-friendly businesses on the ground floor.

Uses Sought:

The uses applied for in this application would be in addition to Grocery and would include:

Café; where you can grab your morning cup or meet a friend
Medical; convenient for check ups
Office; and
Retail;

This public open house in the desired space is intended to help envision the opportunities at the commercial level at The Royale. Our goal is to make the building even more useful and welcoming for everyone in the area.

All of these businesses will:

Keep regular daytime hours (no late-night activity).
Maintain a safe, quiet, and clean environment.
Offer services that benefit both residents and the surrounding community.

Exit Survey Responses

Survey 1

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Strongly agree
Additional comments: [None]
Name: Shaheed Ali
Address: Helmcken road.

Survey 2

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Strongly agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Strongly agree
Additional comments: All the above options would be fabulous.
Name: (Zaheen) Jane Ali
Address: Helmken road.

Survey 3

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Neutral
- Handwritten note: "commercial activity"
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Neutral
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Neutral
Additional comments: was looking forward to a boutique type grocery so am unsure about changes to zoning.
Name: D. Frewing
Address: View Royal Ave
Handwritten note at bottom of page: Did the developer receive any special consideration for providing a grocery space ??

Survey 4

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Neutral
Additional comments: Love an idea for a cafe or something to gather people -> meeting spot
Name: Gurpaul Teja
Address: Helmcken road.

Survey 5

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Neutral
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Agree
Additional comments: Very open to all the above options, excited to see it occupied.
Name: Karen McDonald
Address: Helmcken rd.

Survey 6

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Neutral
Additional comments: [None]
Name: BRENDA PALMER
Address: VICTORIA ISLAND HWY

Survey 7

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Neutral
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Strongly Disagree
Additional comments: There's a difference between the local council having a need for office/medical space and the local residents benefitting from them being here.
Name: Ian Smith
Address: Island Hwy.

Survey 8

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Agree
Additional comments: Yes a cafe is a good idea for community. Perhaps the cafe could expand their products a little past cafe if the community would be interested.
Name: Linda Cheney
Address: Island Hwy

Survey 9

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Agree
Additional comments: MIXED USE IS WISE. COULD BECOME A VIBRANT LOCATION.
Name: EDITH ENGLISH
Address: Island Hwy

Survey 10

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Strongly agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Strongly agree
Additional comments: I would love to see a sandwich shop / Deli move into the space. Something offering breakfast and lunch options. A medical clinic is also a great asset to the community.
Name: Sarah Timleck
Address: Helmcken Victoria

Survey 11

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Neutral
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Strongly Disagree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Neutral
Additional comments: The corner is very busy and exiting is difficult at the best of times. There have been accidents at this corner on a regular basis. Parking is also an issue in this area. If the 29 spaces are for retail/med clients, where do the employees park?
Name: Ashley Grate Townhouse resident.
Address: [Blank]

Survey 12

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Neutral
Additional comments: WOULD PREFER A GROCERY STORE RATHER THAN COFFEE SHOP OR OTHER COMMERCIAL USE.
Name: ASHLEY GATE RESIDENT
Address: [Blank]

Survey 13

(Note: Front page containing Question 1 is missing from document)
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Agree
Additional comments: COFFEE SHOP / TAKEOUT WOULD BE GREAT
Name: V HARDER
Address: ELTHAM RD VICTORIA

Survey 14

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location? Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options: Agree
Additional comments: Keep the cafe local + don't go commercial
Name: C. Griffith
Address: Island Hwy, View Royal