Community Workshop Exit Surveys - Attachment F

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:

1. Café; where you can grab your morning cup or meet a friend
2. Medical; convenient for check ups
3. Office; and
4. 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.

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Survey Responses

Respondent 1

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Strongly agree

• Additional comments: [No text provided]
• Name: Shaheed Ali
• Address: Helmcken road.

Respondent 2

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Strongly agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Strongly agree

• Additional comments: All the above options would be fabulous.
• Name: (Zaheen) Jane Ali
• Address: Helmcken road.

Respondent 3

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Neutral (Handwritten note: "commercial activity")
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Neutral
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Neutral

• Additional comments: was looking forward to a boutique type grocery so am unsure about changes to zoning.
• Note at bottom of page: Did the developer receive any special consideration for providing a grocery space ??
• Name: D. Frewing
• Address: View Royal Ave

Respondent 4

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Neutral

• Additional comments: Love an idea for a cafe or something to gather people -> meeting spot
• Name: Gurpaul Teja
• Address: Helmcken road.

Respondent 5

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Neutral
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Agree

• Additional comments: Very open to all the above options, excited to see it occupied.
• Name: Karen Macdonald
• Address: Helmcken rd.

Respondent 6

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Neutral

• Additional comments: [No text provided]
• Name: Brenda Palmer
• Address: Island HWY, Victoria

Respondent 7

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Neutral
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: 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.

Respondent 8

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: 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

Respondent 9

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: Agree

• Additional comments: MIXED USE IS WISE. COULD BECOME A VIBRANT LOCATION
• Name: EDITH ENGLISH
• Address: Island Hwy

Respondent 10

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Strongly agree
2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces
   • Response: Strongly agree
3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options
   • Response: 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

Respondent 11

1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?
   • Response: Neutral