2233 W 3rd Ave rezoning application

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Currently, there are 453 full-day childcare spaces available in Kitsilano. Based on the area's child population, the estimated need is 926 spaces—resulting in a shortfall of approximately 473 spaces.

In terms of future capacity, there are 37 additional spaces currently in the development pipeline for Kitsilano.

Tenant Protection Mechanisms

• The City assigns a Housing Planner to review each project that includes rental, social, or affordable housing. The Housing Planner reviews these applications for compliance with regulations and policy, including Tenant Relocation Plan (TRP) oversight.
• If a TRP is triggered, a dedicated TRP staff member is assigned to the project (in addition to the Housing Planner), to ensure that tenants and applicants understand the TRP policy, and that applicants meet all requirements and deadlines.  
• Applicants are required to submit a TRP plan, interim report, and final report documenting compliance with all TRP terms for each eligible tenant. These are due at various stages throughout the development process. All plans and reports must be reviewed and approved by the Housing Planner; final reports must also be reviewed and approved by the Assistant Director of Housing or Senior Housing Planner before permits are issued.
• When a tenant notification meeting is held by the applicant, TRP and Housing staff will be in attendance to ensure correct information is shared.
• After tenant notification, the City will issue a Tenant Needs Survey, to assess any relocation and additional support needs for each eligible tenant. Survey results for each tenant are provided to the applicant.  Staff review TRP plans and reports to ensure that any tenant needs and considerations identified at this stage are reasonably addressed by the applicant before their plan or report can be approved. 
• At all stages, tenants are encouraged to contact the TRP staff with any questions or concerns related to their building.
• If a complaint is received about TRP implementation, staff will investigate and work to resolve any issues.

How many new residents would the proposed building have?

The application proposes 131 residential units.

Information on all active rezoning applications can be found here. 

Environmental Impacts

The applicant and construction crews must comply with all applicable City policies and guidelines related to demolition and construction. For more information on demolition permit application requirements and the process, please refer to the demolition permit guide.

Additionally, during the rezoning process, the applicant must submit specific documents and reports demonstrating how the project will meet the City’s Green Buildings Policy. These documents should detail the proposed systems and materials, including heating, hot water usage, cooling strategies, building materials, and the associated greenhouse gas emissions.

Each development project in the area progresses through various stages at different timelines, making it challenging to predict the overall duration and extent of construction activity within the neighbourhood.

Typically, the rezoning process—from the submission of a rezoning application to the issuance of a building permit—takes approximately 3 to 5 years. Construction may commence once the developer has secured all necessary permits and approvals.

All applicants and construction teams are required to adhere to the City’s policies and regulations throughout the development process. For instance, the City’s Noise Control By-law governs construction-related noise for private developments, permitting work during the following hours:

•    Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

•    Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

•    Sundays and statutory holidays: No construction noise permitted.

Thank you for your question. Since posting, we have identified errors in the applicant’s submitted shadow study and have requested a revised version. The updated study will be uploaded to this page as soon as it becomes available.

Each development project in the area progresses through various stages at different timelines, making it challenging to predict the overall duration and extent of construction activity within the neighbourhood.

Typically, the rezoning process—from the submission of a rezoning application to the issuance of a building permit—takes approximately 3 to 5 years. Construction may commence once the developer has secured all necessary permits and approvals.

All applicants and construction teams are required to adhere to the City’s policies and regulations throughout the development process. For instance, the City’s Noise Control By-law governs construction-related noise for private developments, permitting work during the following hours:

•    Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

•    Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

•    Sundays and statutory holidays: No construction noise permitted.

Thanks for your question. The City does not currently have data on upcoming family doctor clinics.

The Public Benefits Strategy within the Broadway Plan outlines the framework for the renewal and expansion of public amenities and infrastructure in the area. This includes investments in recreation and cultural facilities, libraries, childcare services, and public safety infrastructure. For detailed information, please refer to page 472 of the Broadway Plan [linked here].

As part of the rezoning process, developers are required to contribute through Development Cost Levies (DCLs) and other financial mechanisms. These contributions play a critical role in funding the delivery of essential public benefits. 

Site Frontage

Under the policies applicable to the Kitsilano North sub-area of the Broadway Plan, site frontages of less than 150 feet may be considered under specific conditions. These provisions, detailed in Chapter 7 of the Plan, include the following criteria:

• The site must have a minimum frontage of 30.2 metres (99 feet);
• The proposed development must comply with the Plan’s built form and site design guidelines, including tower separation requirements;
• The applicant must demonstrate that the proposal reasonably mitigates any development constraints on adjacent properties.

Tree Protection Considerations

The proposed development includes a 3.7 m (12 ft.) front yard setback for both the above-ground and below-ground parking levels. This design measure is intended to provide sufficient soil depth to support the long-term health and viability of trees on the site.

As part of the application review process, City staff are assessing the proposed tree management strategy in relation to the overall site design. Should the extent of proposed tree removal be deemed excessive or unjustified, staff may impose development conditions. These may include modifications to the site plan or building footprint, as well as requirements for tree retention or replacement.

In addition, the City enforces the Protection of Trees By-law as adopted by council and ensures the proposed tree removals comply with regulation.

Thank you for your question. Before construction can proceed, the proposal must be considered by Council at a public hearing and, if approved, a new CD-1 zoning by-law must be enacted. We anticipate that the proposal may be brought forward for public hearing by the end of this year. Should it receive Council approval, the enactment process would then commence, which can take up to two years. Please note that the construction timeline is ultimately determined by the applicant.

Thank you for your question. We identified the error in the applicant’s submitted shadow study and have requested a revised version. The updated study will be uploaded to this page as soon as it becomes available.