2092 Nanton Ave and 4330-4408 Arbutus St rezoning application

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We would like your feedback on a rezoning application at 2092 Nanton Ave and 4330-4408 Arbutus St. The proposal is to allow for the development of a six-storey institutional building limited to the Community Care Facility — Class B use. The building is over one level of underground parking. The zoning would change from RS-1 (Residential) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. This proposal includes:

  • 162 care facility units;
  • a floor area of 13,953 sq. m (150,192 sq. ft.);
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 3.52;
  • A building height of 27.02 m (88.6 ft.); and
  • 44 vehicle parking spaces and 14 bicycle parking spaces

The application is being considered under the Arbutus Ridge, Kerrisdale and Shaughnessy Community Vision

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

Browse the video walkthrough and documents, then ask questions and send your comments below.


We would like your feedback on a rezoning application at 2092 Nanton Ave and 4330-4408 Arbutus St. The proposal is to allow for the development of a six-storey institutional building limited to the Community Care Facility — Class B use. The building is over one level of underground parking. The zoning would change from RS-1 (Residential) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. This proposal includes:

  • 162 care facility units;
  • a floor area of 13,953 sq. m (150,192 sq. ft.);
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 3.52;
  • A building height of 27.02 m (88.6 ft.); and
  • 44 vehicle parking spaces and 14 bicycle parking spaces

The application is being considered under the Arbutus Ridge, Kerrisdale and Shaughnessy Community Vision

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

Browse the video walkthrough and documents, then ask questions and send your comments below.


​The virtual open house and Q&A has concluded. Thank you for participating.

The opportunity to ask questions through the Q&A is available from January 9, 2023 to January 29, 2023. 

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 virtual open house time period. The Rezoning Planner can also be contacted directly for any further feedback or questions.

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    I have few questions, 1. will rezoning affect the zoning or valuation of the surrounding neighborhood residential houses 2. will the parking be EV 3. will there be electric bike storage and charging 4. on the landscaping could consideration be given to a) community gardens space and b) food stainability (ie fruit or nut trees) 5. pg 14: Programming - would be nice to see ideas on how Amica will connect \ integrate into the neighborhood, community and nearby schools 6. if the zoning is approved, what are the next steps: will neighborhood be consulted, is there a time frame for start and completion of construction. 7. will there be any changes to traffic regulations on Arbutus St 8. Are there any other rezoning applications planned for this area

    ArbutusTree asked 2 months ago

    Thanks for your questions. 

    1.    Land valuations depend on a number of factors. It is difficult to predict how this rezoning may impact valuations. 

    2.    Response provided by the applicant – Yes, the parking facility will be EV ready.

    3.    Response provided by the applicant – Yes, storage and charging facilities will be provided for bicycles and scooters on P1.

    4.    Response provided by the applicant – Yes, the rooftop plan includes raised agricultural planters with potting tables and harvest tables.  

    5.    Response provided by the applicant – For over 25 years, Amica has served seniors and their loved ones in the Shaughnessy and Dunbar area. We encourage active community partnerships because it helps our residents thrive and it honours their legacy as contributing community members. Amica offers free-use of its amenities to local organizations, including schools, to use our space for meetings, practice sessions, and the like, provided public health protocols are followed. 

    6.    If the rezoning is approved by Council the applicant team will apply for a development and building permit before construction can begin. Construction timelines depend on the permitting process and the applicant’s timelines. 

    7.    Traffic impacts and intersection changes are assessed through the rezoning process. If changes are required to the immediate area surrounding the subject site these would be conditioned as part of the rezoning. 

    8.    There is currently no other rezoning applications in the immediate area. You can stay up to date on applications on the City’s Shape Your City webpage. 

    – Nick


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    After reading the previous Q&A - can we simply state that this development is a privately owned and operated long term care and assisted living building for seniors - and not social housing or a detoxification centre?

    GN asked 2 months ago

    Thanks for the question. You are correct. The rezoning application proposal is for community care facility – class B as defined in the Zoning and Development By-law. The facility would be privately owned and operated and the intent of the applicant is to serve seniors long term and assisted living care. – Nick

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    What is a Community Care Facility — Class B use. What kind of care will residents be receiving?

    Case asked 2 months ago

    Thanks for the question. 

    A Community Care Facility – Class B is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “the use of premises operated as a community care facility by a licensee under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act (B.C.) to provide residential care to 7 or more persons not related by blood or marriage to the licensee or, if the licensee is a corporation, to any director, officer or member of the corporation.”

    The proposed use is Institutional; limited to Community Care Facility – Class B. The applicant intends to service seniors assisted living and long term care. – Nick

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    What exactly is an “institutional community care facility”? A seniors home? Long term care home? Public or private? More information please and thanks When will this project start and estimated completion?

    Ksellers asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for your question. 

    An Institutional Use is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “any or all of the following land uses: Ambulance Station; Child Day Care Facility; Church; Community Care Facility; Community Care Facility – Class A; Community Care Facility – Class B; Detoxification Centre; Group Residence; Hospital; Public Authority Use; School – Elementary or Secondary; School – University or College; Social Services Centre.” 

    A Community Care Facility – Class B is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “the use of premises operated as a community care facility by a licensee under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act (B.C.) to provide residential care to 7 or more persons not related by blood or marriage to the licensee or, if the licensee is a corporation, to any director, officer or member of the corporation.”

    The proposed use is Institutional; limited to Community Care Facility – Class B, which would be privately owned and operated. The applicant intends to service seniors assisted living and long term care. Construction timeline is difficult to anticipate as it is dependent on the approval and permitting process and the applicant’s timing.  – Nick

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    The proposal to rezone to a institutional, Community Care Facility, covers a wide range of uses. Who own will manage and decide the type of use. If the facility were to be used as a detoxification Center how would this impact the safety of the neighbourhood , including a neighbouring daycare Center , Elementary and High School.

    Lynn shams asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for your question. 

    An Institutional Use is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “any or all of the following land uses: Ambulance Station; Child Day Care Facility; Church; Community Care Facility; Community Care Facility – Class A; Community Care Facility – Class B; Detoxification Centre; Group Residence; Hospital; Public Authority Use; School – Elementary or Secondary; School – University or College; Social Services Centre.” 

    A Community Care Facility – Class B is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “the use of premises operated as a community care facility by a licensee under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act (B.C.) to provide residential care to 7 or more persons not related by blood or marriage to the licensee or, if the licensee is a corporation, to any director, officer or member of the corporation.”

    The proposed use is Institutional; limited to Community Care Facility – Class B. A detoxification centre, day care or school is not proposed. – Nick

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    3 questions: 1. What does “institutional” mean? Define & give examples of individuals who would be living there. 2. What is a community care facility - type B? Define, and give examples of types of individuals who would be here. 3. Is there going to be commercial stores underneath (as is across the street - BMO, BC Liquor, Safeway etc) from this potential development

    E.S. asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for your questions.  

    An Institutional Use is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “any or all of the following land uses: Ambulance Station; Child Day Care Facility; Church; Community Care Facility; Community Care Facility – Class A; Community Care Facility – Class B; Detoxification Centre; Group Residence; Hospital; Public Authority Use; School – Elementary or Secondary; School – University or College; Social Services Centre.” 

    A Community Care Facility – Class B is defined in the Zoning and Development By-law as “the use of premises operated as a community care facility by a licensee under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act (B.C.) to provide residential care to 7 or more persons not related by blood or marriage to the licensee or, if the licensee is a corporation, to an y director, officer or member of the corporation.”

    The proposal does not include commercial uses on the ground level. - Nick

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    how would it effect the houses on maple street with their back yard and drive way ? would 6 story heigh building mean it will totally cover the view of maple street houses ?

    wtkim asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for the question. Renderings of the buildings have been provided in the application package. You can access the renderings that may help provide perspective on the application webpage. – Nick

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