2022 02 01 Public Hearing Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
Agenda for the public hearing held on February 1, 2022, regarding the rezoning of properties on Island Highway.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF ADVERTISING
Documenting the methods and dates used to advertise the public hearing, including mailings to 771 residents and newspaper advertisements.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PUBLIC HEARING REPORT - REZONING APPLICATION 2021/01
Staff report summarizing the proposal to rezone 167, 169, and 171 Island Highway to a new Comprehensive Development zone (CD-27) for an 82-unit apartment building.
Attachment 1 Site Location Plan
Map showing the location of the subject properties and surrounding context.
Attachment 2 Air photo
Aerial photograph of the development site and its immediate surroundings.
Attachment 3 Justification Letter
A letter from Urban West Architecture Inc. justifying the rezoning application and outlining project benefits.
Attachment 4 Development Concept Architectural Plans
Detailed architectural drawings including site plans, floor plans, and elevations for the proposed development.
Attachment 5 Landscape Plan
Landscape concept plan for the Portage Park Residences project.
Attachment 6 Official Community Plan Policies
Excerpts from the View Royal Official Community Plan relevant to the rezoning proposal.
Attachment 7 Traffic Impact Assessment
Comprehensive study analyzing the impact of the proposed development on local traffic volumes and intersection performance.
Attachment 8 Conceptual Servicing Brief
Technical report on the water, sanitary, and storm infrastructure requirements and capacities for the site.
Attachment 9 Transportation Demand Management Review
A memorandum outlining strategies to reduce vehicle dependency and parking demand, such as carsharing and bike programs.
Attachment 10 Updated renderings
Architectural renderings showing various perspectives of the proposed building and its integration with Portage Park.
Attachment 11 Letter from GT Mann on community amenities
Letter from the developer committing to specific community amenity contributions.
Rezoning 2021/01 Presentation Slides
Staff presentation materials summarizing the proposed rezoning, development concept, and community benefits.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1083
Proposed bylaw to create the CD-27: Comprehensive Development (Island Highway - Portage) zone and rezone the subject properties.
Correspondence from W. Sturrock
Letter of support for the rezoning application.
Correspondence from S. Aitchison
Letter of support for the proposed density and location.
Correspondence from G. Haymes
Supportive email from the owner/operator of the 4 Mile House.
Correspondence from A. Haymes
Supportive letter citing the need for housing for growing populations.
Correspondence from J. & J. Roach
Email expressing concerns about traffic and park impact despite having no direct objection to the rezoning.
Correspondence from W. Harris
Letter in favor of removing derelict buildings and supporting aesthetic infill.
Correspondence from S. Morrison
Letter of support for the development as a good fit for density in the area.
Correspondence from J. Metcalfe
Letter of support highlighting the need for more housing inventory for first-time buyers.
Correspondence from S. Mengesha
Email expressing concern over traffic speed and safety, suggesting a roundabout or lower speed limits.
Correspondence from E. Willis
Supportive email citing the low rental vacancy in the region.
Correspondence from T. Stubbings
Letter of support citing the development's alignment with the Official Community Plan.
Correspondence from M. Walker
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from Dr. Robert Walker
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from J. Fitzsimmons
Supportive letter from a resident highlighting the housing crisis and inventory lack.
Correspondence from B. Hepburn
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from G. Hepburn
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from M. Blokhuizen
Supportive letter expressing a desire for more housing options in the municipality.
Correspondence from T. Peacock
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from S. Norris
Letter of support for the project.
Correspondence from W. Garside
Letter of support from a long-term resident.
Correspondence from Jim Woods
Letter of support noting the housing crisis.
Correspondence from Judit Woods
Letter of support noting the housing crisis.
Correspondence from B. Garside
Letter of support for more housing and density.
Correspondence from T. McClure
Letter of support citing the reputation of the developer.
Correspondence from L. Noel
Letter of support citing the reputation of the developer.
Correspondence from B. & D. Chilton
Letter of support from residents and business advocates.
Correspondence from J. Devonshire
Email expressing concerns that the development is too massive and doesn't fit the community vision, suggesting townhouses instead.
Correspondence from J. Marr (CRD Integrated Water Services)
Technical referral response regarding water supply and fire flow requirements for the rezoning.
Correspondence from Linda Jeaurond
Email opposing the development, suggesting park expansion and townhouse development as better alternatives.