1745 W 8th Ave rezoning application

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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 28-storey and a 29-storey mixed-use building, and includes:

  • 421 strata units;
  • 107 social housing units;
  • Live-work space;
  • An approximate 50-space childcare;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 8.5; and
  • Building heights up to 91.4 m (300 ft.).

This rezoning 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 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 28-storey and a 29-storey mixed-use building, and includes:

  • 421 strata units;
  • 107 social housing units;
  • Live-work space;
  • An approximate 50-space childcare;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 8.5; and
  • Building heights up to 91.4 m (300 ft.).

This rezoning 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 October 22 to November 4, 2025. 

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 I am a neighbour to this development. Concerns about parking and traffic. How many parking spots will this development have for 1)people who live there and 2) people visiting/using the services offered there? Original conversations with the developer years ago were about timber buildings. What is the plan for now - still timber? on Facebook Share I am a neighbour to this development. Concerns about parking and traffic. How many parking spots will this development have for 1)people who live there and 2) people visiting/using the services offered there? Original conversations with the developer years ago were about timber buildings. What is the plan for now - still timber? on Twitter Share I am a neighbour to this development. Concerns about parking and traffic. How many parking spots will this development have for 1)people who live there and 2) people visiting/using the services offered there? Original conversations with the developer years ago were about timber buildings. What is the plan for now - still timber? on Linkedin Email I am a neighbour to this development. Concerns about parking and traffic. How many parking spots will this development have for 1)people who live there and 2) people visiting/using the services offered there? Original conversations with the developer years ago were about timber buildings. What is the plan for now - still timber? link

    I am a neighbour to this development. Concerns about parking and traffic. How many parking spots will this development have for 1)people who live there and 2) people visiting/using the services offered there? Original conversations with the developer years ago were about timber buildings. What is the plan for now - still timber?

    I'm a neighbour asked 2 months ago

    The number of parking stalls provided will comply with the Parking By-law. The final count is not determined until the Development Permit stage, which would follow if Council approves this rezoning application at a public hearing. Currently, the proposed parking breakdown in the rezoning application are:

    • 40 social housing stalls (35 residents + 5 visitors)
    • 442 Strata stalls (421 residents + 21 visitors)
    • 7 Live-work stalls
    • 9 childcare stalls
    • 12 loading stalls for passengers and goods
    • 938 Class A and 41 Class B bicycle stalls

    The construction material for the proposed building is principally using concrete.

  • Share How does the proposed 28–29-storey height align with the current 20-storey limit outlined in the new Broadway Plan? The proposed height also appears inconsistent with other developments in the area and would obstruct long-standing ocean views enjoyed by many nearby complexes. We ask that the building height be reconsidered to better reflect the surrounding neighbourhood scale and existing skyline. on Facebook Share How does the proposed 28–29-storey height align with the current 20-storey limit outlined in the new Broadway Plan? The proposed height also appears inconsistent with other developments in the area and would obstruct long-standing ocean views enjoyed by many nearby complexes. We ask that the building height be reconsidered to better reflect the surrounding neighbourhood scale and existing skyline. on Twitter Share How does the proposed 28–29-storey height align with the current 20-storey limit outlined in the new Broadway Plan? The proposed height also appears inconsistent with other developments in the area and would obstruct long-standing ocean views enjoyed by many nearby complexes. We ask that the building height be reconsidered to better reflect the surrounding neighbourhood scale and existing skyline. on Linkedin Email How does the proposed 28–29-storey height align with the current 20-storey limit outlined in the new Broadway Plan? The proposed height also appears inconsistent with other developments in the area and would obstruct long-standing ocean views enjoyed by many nearby complexes. We ask that the building height be reconsidered to better reflect the surrounding neighbourhood scale and existing skyline. link

    How does the proposed 28–29-storey height align with the current 20-storey limit outlined in the new Broadway Plan? The proposed height also appears inconsistent with other developments in the area and would obstruct long-standing ocean views enjoyed by many nearby complexes. We ask that the building height be reconsidered to better reflect the surrounding neighbourhood scale and existing skyline.

    Jc009 asked 2 months ago

    The Broadway Plan(External link), approved by Council in June 2022, enables increased building heights and densities to integrate new housing, job space, and amenities close to the new Broadway Subway. This site is within the FGBE area of the Plan, which enables a general maximum building height of 20 storeys and density of 7.5 FSR for projects providing 20% of the residential floor area as turnkey social housing to the City. For larger sites and sites providing on-site open space (privately-owned public space, or POPS), the Plan enables consideration of up to 6 additional storeys in building height (S11.6.5). The Plan does enable flexibility in the interpretation of policy for projects that better deliver on the Plan’s objectives. In addition to the social housing, this rezoning proposes delivery of an approximately 50-space childcare facility. At this time, staff are reviewing the application and we have not arrived at any recommendations. As part of the process, the City seeks the input of the public on applications to contribute to the staff review process.

  • Share will construction begin before subway construction is complete? will there be any public parking? how many rezoning applications are there within 10 blocks radius at the same time? on Facebook Share will construction begin before subway construction is complete? will there be any public parking? how many rezoning applications are there within 10 blocks radius at the same time? on Twitter Share will construction begin before subway construction is complete? will there be any public parking? how many rezoning applications are there within 10 blocks radius at the same time? on Linkedin Email will construction begin before subway construction is complete? will there be any public parking? how many rezoning applications are there within 10 blocks radius at the same time? link

    will construction begin before subway construction is complete? will there be any public parking? how many rezoning applications are there within 10 blocks radius at the same time?

    Djsdky asked 2 months ago

    The Broadway Subway is currently scheduled to open by Fall 2027. Construction of this project may begin before the subway’s completion. There are parking spaces in this proposal for visitors and residents of the building and childcare facility. There are no plans for public parking at this time.  

    You can view active and recently completed rezoning applications in Vancouver on this map here: https://www.shapeyourcity.ca/rezoning.

  • Share Should this proposal be approved? What are the demolition considerations? There are apparently many levels underground.? Second question relates to parking allowance on this property? This area is already oversubscribed.. on Facebook Share Should this proposal be approved? What are the demolition considerations? There are apparently many levels underground.? Second question relates to parking allowance on this property? This area is already oversubscribed.. on Twitter Share Should this proposal be approved? What are the demolition considerations? There are apparently many levels underground.? Second question relates to parking allowance on this property? This area is already oversubscribed.. on Linkedin Email Should this proposal be approved? What are the demolition considerations? There are apparently many levels underground.? Second question relates to parking allowance on this property? This area is already oversubscribed.. link

    Should this proposal be approved? What are the demolition considerations? There are apparently many levels underground.? Second question relates to parking allowance on this property? This area is already oversubscribed..

    Florita asked 2 months ago

    The decision to approve or not approve a rezoning application rests with City Council. They will make the decision at a public hearing. When the public hearing is scheduled, notice will be put up on the site sign, on the application’s webpage and in local news publications. Residents within 2-blocks will also receive a postcard alerting them to scheduled public hearing.

    Next, we believe you are asking what are the requirements for demolition. Should the application be approved, the developer will be required to obtain a demolition permit from the City and comply with relevant demolition by-law and permit requirements.

    Finally, we believe you are asking a question regarding parking. Five levels of underground parking are proposed in this application. Please see the response to a previous question on this application’s SYC Page regarding the number of proposed parking spaces.

  • Share 1. How does the proposed 28–29 storey height align with the existing neighbourhood context, where the surrounding buildings are predominantly 10–11 storeys? What rationale supports allowing a height increase of nearly three times the established local building form? 2. What is the estimated construction duration, including excavation and foundation works, and how will the City ensure these timelines are met to minimize prolonged disturbance to nearby residents? on Facebook Share 1. How does the proposed 28–29 storey height align with the existing neighbourhood context, where the surrounding buildings are predominantly 10–11 storeys? What rationale supports allowing a height increase of nearly three times the established local building form? 2. What is the estimated construction duration, including excavation and foundation works, and how will the City ensure these timelines are met to minimize prolonged disturbance to nearby residents? on Twitter Share 1. How does the proposed 28–29 storey height align with the existing neighbourhood context, where the surrounding buildings are predominantly 10–11 storeys? What rationale supports allowing a height increase of nearly three times the established local building form? 2. What is the estimated construction duration, including excavation and foundation works, and how will the City ensure these timelines are met to minimize prolonged disturbance to nearby residents? on Linkedin Email 1. How does the proposed 28–29 storey height align with the existing neighbourhood context, where the surrounding buildings are predominantly 10–11 storeys? What rationale supports allowing a height increase of nearly three times the established local building form? 2. What is the estimated construction duration, including excavation and foundation works, and how will the City ensure these timelines are met to minimize prolonged disturbance to nearby residents? link

    1. How does the proposed 28–29 storey height align with the existing neighbourhood context, where the surrounding buildings are predominantly 10–11 storeys? What rationale supports allowing a height increase of nearly three times the established local building form? 2. What is the estimated construction duration, including excavation and foundation works, and how will the City ensure these timelines are met to minimize prolonged disturbance to nearby residents?

    Chiway asked 2 months ago

    The Broadway Plan, approved by Council in June 2022, enables increased building heights and densities to integrate new housing, job space, and amenities close to the new Broadway Subway. This site is within the FGBE area of the Plan, which enables a general maximum building height of 20 storeys and density of 7.5 FSR for projects providing 20% of the residential floor area as turnkey social housing to the City. For larger sites and sites providing on-site open space (privately-owned public space, or POPS), the Plan enables consideration of up to 6 additional storeys in building height (S11.6.5). The Plan does enable flexibility in the interpretation of policy for projects that better deliver on the Plan’s objectives. In addition to the social housing, this rezoning proposes delivery of an approximately 50-space childcare facility. At this time, staff are reviewing the application and we have not arrived at any recommendations. As part of the process, the City seeks the input of the public on applications to contribute to the staff review process. 

    According to the developer: Construction timelines will be determined closer to the construction start and following all necessary approvals. It is anticipated that construction of the towers will take approximately 36 months – in line with schedules of similar tower projects. Please note that it is generally in all party’s best interest to complete these projects on schedule. 

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