1668 W Broadway rezoning application

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Update: “An additional question and answer period has been scheduled due to a notification error. This question-and-answer period will be scheduled for February 25 to March 13, 2026.”

The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone the subject site from C-3A (Commercial) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. The proposal is to allow for the development of a 26-storey mixed-use rental building with a two-storey podium, and includes:

  • 208 units;
  • Commercial space on the ground floor;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 8.6; and
  • A building height of 81.0 m (265 ft.).

This application is being considered under the Broadway Plan

Application drawings and statistics are posted as-submitted to the City. Following staff review, the final project statistics are documented within the referral report.

Update: “An additional question and answer period has been scheduled due to a notification error. This question-and-answer period will be scheduled for February 25 to March 13, 2026.”

The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone the subject site from C-3A (Commercial) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. The proposal is to allow for the development of a 26-storey mixed-use rental building with a two-storey podium, and includes:

  • 208 units;
  • Commercial space on the ground floor;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 8.6; and
  • A building height of 81.0 m (265 ft.).

This application is being considered under the Broadway Plan

Application drawings and statistics are posted as-submitted to the City. Following staff review, the final project statistics are documented within the referral report.

​The Q&A period has concluded. Thank you for participating.

The opportunity to ask questions through the Q&A is available from February 25 to March 10, 2026. 

We post all questions as-is and aim to respond within two business days. Some questions may require coordination with internal departments and additional time may be needed to post a response.

Please note that the comment form will remain open after the Q&A period. The Rezoning Planner can also be contacted directly for any further feedback or questions.

  • Share The concurrent Q&A at 7525 Cambie St includes shadow studies for the summer solstice. This is information that has been previously provided in other nearby rezoning applications such as 1665-1685 W 11th Ave. Would it be possible for the City to provide the shadow studies for the Summer Solstice? It could help determine the severity of the shadow impacts on the north sidewalk on Broadway. Sure livability and solar access to a "Great Street" like Broadway is a factor that's taken into consideration during consultation and analysis. Thank you. on Facebook Share The concurrent Q&A at 7525 Cambie St includes shadow studies for the summer solstice. This is information that has been previously provided in other nearby rezoning applications such as 1665-1685 W 11th Ave. Would it be possible for the City to provide the shadow studies for the Summer Solstice? It could help determine the severity of the shadow impacts on the north sidewalk on Broadway. Sure livability and solar access to a "Great Street" like Broadway is a factor that's taken into consideration during consultation and analysis. Thank you. on Twitter Share The concurrent Q&A at 7525 Cambie St includes shadow studies for the summer solstice. This is information that has been previously provided in other nearby rezoning applications such as 1665-1685 W 11th Ave. Would it be possible for the City to provide the shadow studies for the Summer Solstice? It could help determine the severity of the shadow impacts on the north sidewalk on Broadway. Sure livability and solar access to a "Great Street" like Broadway is a factor that's taken into consideration during consultation and analysis. Thank you. on Linkedin Email The concurrent Q&A at 7525 Cambie St includes shadow studies for the summer solstice. This is information that has been previously provided in other nearby rezoning applications such as 1665-1685 W 11th Ave. Would it be possible for the City to provide the shadow studies for the Summer Solstice? It could help determine the severity of the shadow impacts on the north sidewalk on Broadway. Sure livability and solar access to a "Great Street" like Broadway is a factor that's taken into consideration during consultation and analysis. Thank you. link

    The concurrent Q&A at 7525 Cambie St includes shadow studies for the summer solstice. This is information that has been previously provided in other nearby rezoning applications such as 1665-1685 W 11th Ave. Would it be possible for the City to provide the shadow studies for the Summer Solstice? It could help determine the severity of the shadow impacts on the north sidewalk on Broadway. Sure livability and solar access to a "Great Street" like Broadway is a factor that's taken into consideration during consultation and analysis. Thank you.

    redpanda asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your question. Staff are currently reviewing the project. Some applicants may choose to submit additional studies, and in certain cases staff may request them. However, for this project, it has been determined that the proposal meets the Broadway Plan’s solar access policies, and no additional shadow studies are required.

  • Share Please clearly explain how the laneway between 1675 W Tenth Ave and the new building will change to accommodate the increase in traffic from the 119 new parking stalls in the building. The currently laneway is already busy and narrow for existing residents. An increase of 119 parking stalls would create significant bottle necks AND noise for residents of 1675 W tenth Ave that face the laneway. How will you mitigate this during and after construction? on Facebook Share Please clearly explain how the laneway between 1675 W Tenth Ave and the new building will change to accommodate the increase in traffic from the 119 new parking stalls in the building. The currently laneway is already busy and narrow for existing residents. An increase of 119 parking stalls would create significant bottle necks AND noise for residents of 1675 W tenth Ave that face the laneway. How will you mitigate this during and after construction? on Twitter Share Please clearly explain how the laneway between 1675 W Tenth Ave and the new building will change to accommodate the increase in traffic from the 119 new parking stalls in the building. The currently laneway is already busy and narrow for existing residents. An increase of 119 parking stalls would create significant bottle necks AND noise for residents of 1675 W tenth Ave that face the laneway. How will you mitigate this during and after construction? on Linkedin Email Please clearly explain how the laneway between 1675 W Tenth Ave and the new building will change to accommodate the increase in traffic from the 119 new parking stalls in the building. The currently laneway is already busy and narrow for existing residents. An increase of 119 parking stalls would create significant bottle necks AND noise for residents of 1675 W tenth Ave that face the laneway. How will you mitigate this during and after construction? link

    Please clearly explain how the laneway between 1675 W Tenth Ave and the new building will change to accommodate the increase in traffic from the 119 new parking stalls in the building. The currently laneway is already busy and narrow for existing residents. An increase of 119 parking stalls would create significant bottle necks AND noise for residents of 1675 W tenth Ave that face the laneway. How will you mitigate this during and after construction?

    Taylor Graham asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your question and feedback. We acknowledge the community’s concerns regarding potential noise impacts and additional traffic resulting from additional residents living at 1668 W Broadway.

    We recognize that the additional residents living in the building will bring change to how the lane is currently used. At the rezoning stage (current stage),  staff will include conditions specifically aimed at improving the lane. This includes lane improvements and installation of speed humps between Pine and Fir.

    As mentioned in one of my earlier answers, if this rezoning application is approved by Council, the applicant will also have to provide a Construction Traffic Management Plan as part of future permitting processes. This will outline the logistics, safety, and traffic routing of the construction operations during the build.  The Construction Traffic Management Plan will be reviewed and approved by the City of Vancouver to ensure that it meets all of the necessary requirements. At this future stage, I would encourage you and your neighbours to work collaboratively with the City’s Engineering Department and the applicant so the Construction Traffic Management Plan accounts for any important details/challenges.

    Thank you for writing to us.

  • Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave who live in south-facing units, the laneway behind the building is already noisy with garbage/recycling trucks. I work from home permanently and already experience sound disruptions in the alleyway. How will you minimize noise for these residents if the building undergoes construction? What concessions would you consider offering for those who are significantly disrupted and impacted during construction? on Facebook Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave who live in south-facing units, the laneway behind the building is already noisy with garbage/recycling trucks. I work from home permanently and already experience sound disruptions in the alleyway. How will you minimize noise for these residents if the building undergoes construction? What concessions would you consider offering for those who are significantly disrupted and impacted during construction? on Twitter Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave who live in south-facing units, the laneway behind the building is already noisy with garbage/recycling trucks. I work from home permanently and already experience sound disruptions in the alleyway. How will you minimize noise for these residents if the building undergoes construction? What concessions would you consider offering for those who are significantly disrupted and impacted during construction? on Linkedin Email For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave who live in south-facing units, the laneway behind the building is already noisy with garbage/recycling trucks. I work from home permanently and already experience sound disruptions in the alleyway. How will you minimize noise for these residents if the building undergoes construction? What concessions would you consider offering for those who are significantly disrupted and impacted during construction? link

    For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave who live in south-facing units, the laneway behind the building is already noisy with garbage/recycling trucks. I work from home permanently and already experience sound disruptions in the alleyway. How will you minimize noise for these residents if the building undergoes construction? What concessions would you consider offering for those who are significantly disrupted and impacted during construction?

    Taylor Graham asked about 2 months ago

    Hello Taylor, thank you again for your question. 

    We’d like to note that at this time, no decisions have been made on this project. The rezoning that is being shared with the public is a proposal and has not been considered by Council. If this proposal is approved by Council, the applicant will still have to go through the development permit and building permit stages. The applicant (developer) will be responsible to follow all city policies and processes for their construction project including Noise Control (noisy construction allowed during specific hours) and demolition requirements. 

    If this rezoning application is approved by Council, as part of the future permitting process, the applicant will also have to provide a Construction Traffic Management Plan which will outline the logistics, safety, and traffic routing of the construction operations during the build.  The Construction Traffic Management Plan will be reviewed and approved by the City of Vancouver to ensure that it meets all of the necessary requirements. At this future stage, I would encourage you and your neighbours to work collaboratively with the City’s Engineering Department and the applicant so the Construction Traffic Management Plan accounts for any important details/challenges.

    The City does not provide concessions for privately lead construction projects like this.

  • Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave whose units face South, how do you plan on minimizing or mitigating air pollution during summer months? During the summer, with windows open, there's already dust that flows into these units. It can be assumed that construction would increase dust and negatively impact air quality within these units. on Facebook Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave whose units face South, how do you plan on minimizing or mitigating air pollution during summer months? During the summer, with windows open, there's already dust that flows into these units. It can be assumed that construction would increase dust and negatively impact air quality within these units. on Twitter Share For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave whose units face South, how do you plan on minimizing or mitigating air pollution during summer months? During the summer, with windows open, there's already dust that flows into these units. It can be assumed that construction would increase dust and negatively impact air quality within these units. on Linkedin Email For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave whose units face South, how do you plan on minimizing or mitigating air pollution during summer months? During the summer, with windows open, there's already dust that flows into these units. It can be assumed that construction would increase dust and negatively impact air quality within these units. link

    For residents of 1675 W Tenth Ave whose units face South, how do you plan on minimizing or mitigating air pollution during summer months? During the summer, with windows open, there's already dust that flows into these units. It can be assumed that construction would increase dust and negatively impact air quality within these units.

    Taylor Graham asked about 2 months ago

    Hello Taylor, thank you kindly for your follow up question. We certainly recognize that development may pose change in neighbourhoods – particularly when it comes to construction (noise, dust, etc). We’d like to note that at this time, no decisions have been made on this project. The rezoning that is being shared with the public is a proposal and has not been considered by Council. If this proposal is approved by Council, the applicant will still have to go through the development permit and building permit stages. If it gets to the construction phase, they will have to follow city policies and processes to limit impact on the surrounding area.

  • Share Will the north sidewalk on Broadway receive any new shadow on the Summer Solstice from this rezoning application? on Facebook Share Will the north sidewalk on Broadway receive any new shadow on the Summer Solstice from this rezoning application? on Twitter Share Will the north sidewalk on Broadway receive any new shadow on the Summer Solstice from this rezoning application? on Linkedin Email Will the north sidewalk on Broadway receive any new shadow on the Summer Solstice from this rezoning application? link

    Will the north sidewalk on Broadway receive any new shadow on the Summer Solstice from this rezoning application?

    redpanda asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your question. We do not ask for shadow studies during the summer solstice (June 20-21) – only Spring and Fall equinoxes. The shadow studies on page 9 and 10 of the application booklet show the building does shadow the north side of Broadway during the Spring and Fall equinox.

  • Share How will it impact 1675 West 10th Avenue? And how much underground parking will there be? Street parking is at a premium now. on Facebook Share How will it impact 1675 West 10th Avenue? And how much underground parking will there be? Street parking is at a premium now. on Twitter Share How will it impact 1675 West 10th Avenue? And how much underground parking will there be? Street parking is at a premium now. on Linkedin Email How will it impact 1675 West 10th Avenue? And how much underground parking will there be? Street parking is at a premium now. link

    How will it impact 1675 West 10th Avenue? And how much underground parking will there be? Street parking is at a premium now.

    Philippa Wall asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your question. The proposal is immediately to the north of 1675 West 10th Avenue. The proposed development is for a 26-storey mixed-use rental building with a two-storey podium that includes 208 rental units, and two levels of commercial (ground floor retail and second floor office). There will be 3 levels of underground parking with 119 parking stalls, 5 car share stalls, and 359 bike parking stalls.

  • Share Considering that the Broadway Plan has thus far not adequately accounted for the needs and lives of existing residents, how do you plan to minimize the significant disruptions this development will cause for those of us living just steps away? Specifically, how do you plan on addressing construction-related issues such as: prolonged noise, dust and air quality concerns, blocked sidewalks, reduced street parking, early morning start times or late nights in a densely inhabited residential area? on Facebook Share Considering that the Broadway Plan has thus far not adequately accounted for the needs and lives of existing residents, how do you plan to minimize the significant disruptions this development will cause for those of us living just steps away? Specifically, how do you plan on addressing construction-related issues such as: prolonged noise, dust and air quality concerns, blocked sidewalks, reduced street parking, early morning start times or late nights in a densely inhabited residential area? on Twitter Share Considering that the Broadway Plan has thus far not adequately accounted for the needs and lives of existing residents, how do you plan to minimize the significant disruptions this development will cause for those of us living just steps away? Specifically, how do you plan on addressing construction-related issues such as: prolonged noise, dust and air quality concerns, blocked sidewalks, reduced street parking, early morning start times or late nights in a densely inhabited residential area? on Linkedin Email Considering that the Broadway Plan has thus far not adequately accounted for the needs and lives of existing residents, how do you plan to minimize the significant disruptions this development will cause for those of us living just steps away? Specifically, how do you plan on addressing construction-related issues such as: prolonged noise, dust and air quality concerns, blocked sidewalks, reduced street parking, early morning start times or late nights in a densely inhabited residential area? link

    Considering that the Broadway Plan has thus far not adequately accounted for the needs and lives of existing residents, how do you plan to minimize the significant disruptions this development will cause for those of us living just steps away? Specifically, how do you plan on addressing construction-related issues such as: prolonged noise, dust and air quality concerns, blocked sidewalks, reduced street parking, early morning start times or late nights in a densely inhabited residential area?

    westbroadwayresident asked 9 months ago

    Please refer to previous responses regarding construction impacts, schedule and duration. Q&A 

  • Share What might the construction schedule look like in terms of how many days per week and how many hours per day? How long do you anticipate the construction will last for? on Facebook Share What might the construction schedule look like in terms of how many days per week and how many hours per day? How long do you anticipate the construction will last for? on Twitter Share What might the construction schedule look like in terms of how many days per week and how many hours per day? How long do you anticipate the construction will last for? on Linkedin Email What might the construction schedule look like in terms of how many days per week and how many hours per day? How long do you anticipate the construction will last for? link

    What might the construction schedule look like in terms of how many days per week and how many hours per day? How long do you anticipate the construction will last for?

    AndreaT asked 9 months ago

    Please see the response below regarding the allowable construction days and times. According to the developer, the total construction duration is anticipated to take approximately 40 weeks. 

  • Share What can be expected in terms of air and sound pollution pollution during the construction? on Facebook Share What can be expected in terms of air and sound pollution pollution during the construction? on Twitter Share What can be expected in terms of air and sound pollution pollution during the construction? on Linkedin Email What can be expected in terms of air and sound pollution pollution during the construction? link

    What can be expected in terms of air and sound pollution pollution during the construction?

    AndreaT asked 9 months ago

    Construction on private property must be carried out between 7:30 am and 8 pm on any weekday that is not a holiday, and between 10am to 8pm on any Saturday that is not a holiday. Construction is not permitted on Sundays. The City’s Noise Control By-law limits construction-related noise for private development to these same times.

  • Share Council recently approved a rezoning at 1665-1685 W 11th Ave with 20% of the units below market. This site is just a couple of blocks due south of 1668 W Broadway. Given the higher density of 8.6 FSR over 6.5 FSR, why are there no below market rental units with this application? Did you make a mistake with the Broadway Plan? on Facebook Share Council recently approved a rezoning at 1665-1685 W 11th Ave with 20% of the units below market. This site is just a couple of blocks due south of 1668 W Broadway. Given the higher density of 8.6 FSR over 6.5 FSR, why are there no below market rental units with this application? Did you make a mistake with the Broadway Plan? on Twitter Share Council recently approved a rezoning at 1665-1685 W 11th Ave with 20% of the units below market. This site is just a couple of blocks due south of 1668 W Broadway. Given the higher density of 8.6 FSR over 6.5 FSR, why are there no below market rental units with this application? Did you make a mistake with the Broadway Plan? on Linkedin Email Council recently approved a rezoning at 1665-1685 W 11th Ave with 20% of the units below market. This site is just a couple of blocks due south of 1668 W Broadway. Given the higher density of 8.6 FSR over 6.5 FSR, why are there no below market rental units with this application? Did you make a mistake with the Broadway Plan? link

    Council recently approved a rezoning at 1665-1685 W 11th Ave with 20% of the units below market. This site is just a couple of blocks due south of 1668 W Broadway. Given the higher density of 8.6 FSR over 6.5 FSR, why are there no below market rental units with this application? Did you make a mistake with the Broadway Plan?

    Marxist Alternative asked 9 months ago

    Under the Broadway Plan, a proposal under 30 storeys and at 8.5 FSR can be considered for this site. No below-market rental units are required at this density. Two floors of job space (e.g. office, commercial) are also anticipated by the Plan. Please see Broadway Plan policy 9.2.1 for further details.

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