4906-4958 Main St rezoning application

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We would like your feedback on a rezoning application at 4906-4958 Main St. The proposal is to allow for the development of a 6-storey mixed-use building. The zoning would change from RT-2 (Residential) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. This proposal includes:

  • 72 secured market rental units;
  • Commercial retail space at grade;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 3.2;
  • A floor area of 5,503.46 sq. m (59,240 sq. ft.);
  • A building height of 21.5 m (70.5 ft.); and
  • 75 vehicle parking spaces and 147 bicycle parking spaces.

The application is being considered under the Affordable Housing Choices Interim Rezoning Policy.

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.


We would like your feedback on a rezoning application at 4906-4958 Main St. The proposal is to allow for the development of a 6-storey mixed-use building. The zoning would change from RT-2 (Residential) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. This proposal includes:

  • 72 secured market rental units;
  • Commercial retail space at grade;
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) of 3.2;
  • A floor area of 5,503.46 sq. m (59,240 sq. ft.);
  • A building height of 21.5 m (70.5 ft.); and
  • 75 vehicle parking spaces and 147 bicycle parking spaces.

The application is being considered under the Affordable Housing Choices Interim Rezoning Policy.

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.


​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 November 7 to November 27, 2022.

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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    Since there will be major construction in that intersection, along with the rezoning process of construction, are we able to get left-turn signal lights installed for the entire intersection of Main St and 33rd Ave to alleviate congestion? Currently there is a lot of rat racing throughout the surrounding streets in the neighbourhood. Also, if the east-bound bus stop on E 33rd can get moved to the south-east corner of the traffic light that would also help with vehicle flow.

    365 asked 6 months ago

    Engineering staff are currently reviewing the rezoning application with respect to transportation impacts and, if identified, may require off-site improvements to transportation operations and safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists adjacent to the site. East-bound and west-bound left turn bays on 33rd Avenue at Main Street are projected to be installed in 2024. Relocation of bus stops are coordinated with TransLink as part of planned improvements to intersections related to new development.

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    Support the structure but request that you eliminate studio and/ or one bedroom and replace with more 3 bedrooms. This is a perfect spot for families or students to live as roomates. Can you change the mix for more 2 and especially 3 bedrooms? And how much will rent be?

    A citizen asked 8 months ago

    The applicant is permitted the proposed unit mix, including studio and one-bedroom units, because it meets the Family Room: Housing Mix Policy for Rezoning Projects adopted by Council in 2016. Under this policy, market rental projects are required to deliver a minimum of 35% family units in a mix of two-bedroom and three-bedroom units. The rents will be at market rates set by the owner.

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    Hi Rezoning Application Team, Could you clarify if I am misinterpreting what I am reading on page 4. It states, out of the 75 parking stalls, 30 will be for commercial use and 45 will be for residential. Does this mean a 72 unit building only has 45 parking stalls for it’s residents?

    Harry21 asked 6 months ago

    Yes, the applicant has proposed 30 commercial and 45 residential parking stalls. The proposal is being reviewed by staff at this time.

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    My main concern is parking. The building is situated at the corner with only 6 street parkings (on a good day) & 75 underground parking for 72 residential units plus commercial retail space. Would it be enough?

    215 asked 6 months ago

    The development will be required to provide off-street parking as per requirements of the Parking By-law. The parking analysis submitted by the applicant can be viewed on page A0.04 of the application package. Staff are reviewing the rezoning submission at this time.

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    What is the long term plan for the neighborhood? Will commercial space at the ground level extend beyond the current properties? Given how Rexall closed across the street and has been empty for years, what are the chances that we will have empty commercial spaces?

    Brock_Parent asked 7 months ago

    Similar buildings with rental housing can be anticipated along Main Street and 33rd Avenue. On these “arterial roads”, mixed-use buildings up six storeys may be considered if 20% of the residential floor area is secured as below-market rental units. Council approved this policy direction with amendments made to the Secured Rental Policy in December 2021. Please see ‘Section 2.4 Rezonings in Low-Density Transition Areas’ and the ‘Appendix A Eligibility Map’ for more information about the policy. Demand for commercial space is dependent on conditions that may be outside of City regulation. The Secured Rental Policy provides for a range of rental zones that may or may not include a commercial component. Please see the summary on page 4 of this rezoning guide for permitted zones.

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    72 rental units with only 75 underground parking is not enough!!! Why is there not more parking spaces. Especially if there is commercial retailers on ground floor ?

    Twiggy asked 7 months ago

    The development will be required to provide off-street parking as per requirements of the Parking By-law. The parking analysis submitted by the applicant can be viewed on page A0.04 of the application package. Staff are reviewing the rezoning submission at this time.

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    Where is access for the underground parking ? From Main Street? 33rd Ave. ? Lane way ?

    Twiggy asked 7 months ago

    Access to underground parking will be from the lane. Please see page 9 “Ground Floor Plan” of the applicant boards, in the right sidebar under Virtual Open House Materials.

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