Email from Eric Adkins regarding Eagles Nest Development
Support for the development due to its proximity to Eagle Creek Village and suggestion to include affordable housing units.
From: Eric Adkins Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2020 10:18 AM To: Mayor And Council Email mayorandcouncil@viewroyal.ca Subject: Eagles Nest Development - Corner Helmcken Road and Burnside Road
Dear Mayor and Council,
I was just reviewing the proposed Eagles Nest condominium development and am very excited by what is being considered for our community. I strongly encourage you to support this project.
This development certainly complies with the official View Royal Community Plan. With its close proximity to Eagle Creek Village it would greatly support our local economy for many years to come. It would significantly improve the area’s service needs (sidewalks, bicycle lanes, public transportation), and supports broader regional efforts for more housing. I was further encouraged by the considerable revenue benefits (taxes/development contributions) this project would bring to our community. This is especially important given these concerning times.
I do have a question for you. I am unfamiliar with the current zoning in that area of View Royal. Does it permit Affordable Housing? If so, perhaps you would consider petitioning the developer to include a percentage of affordable housing units within this project. The location is ideally suited given its immediate proximity to public transport, as well as all the essential services and infrastructure (hospital, medical clinic, pharmacy, grocery store, etc.) required to support those who would most benefit from affordable housing.
Mr. Mayor and Counsillors. There are so many compelling reasons to support this development and I urge you to support it, as well.
Very sincerely,
Eric Adkins 48 Newcastle Court