Email dated April 22, 2020 from H. & G. Russell, 6 Helmcken Road, Re: Proposed Eagles Nest Development
Residents living across from the proposed site express support for the development after concerns were addressed by the developer.
From: Hilary J Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 9:56 PM To: Mayor And Council Email mayorandcouncil@viewroyal.ca Cc: Doug Foord df@icic.us Subject: Eagles' Nest Development
Dear Mayor and Council of View Royal,
I am writing you today to express support for the proposed Eagles' Nest development at Helmcken and Burnside Road West. My family and I live directly across the street at 6 Helmcken Road and we have lived in our home for over 7 years. At first we were hesitant about the development, however we have since come to realize that while development and change can be scary, it has become a necessary part of today’s society. Over the past 9 months or so, we have been in communication with Mr. Foord and expressed the concerns we originally had about the proposed development. All of our emails were replied to in a timely manner and every question and concern we had was addressed in a way that gave us confidence in what was being planned. We were also invited to attend smaller meetings for community input (for those of us living directly across or beside the property) and we appreciate the fact that this step was taken.
When we look around the Greater Victoria area, we see (and hear) that single family homes are not affordable for many people. Larger developments, such as the Eagles' Nest development, are being proposed throughout the CRD because alternative (and affordable) solutions need to be explored. The Invictus group has done a great job of keeping us informed about what they're planning and have added some features (such as the bus pull out) that will help the overall community. After what we were shown and involved in, we have now moved to support the development that is being proposed.
If you need any other information from us, please don't hesitate to ask.
Kind Regards,
Hilary and Glenn Russell 6 Helmcken Road View Royal