What is the comparison of the requested FSR and Height versus that currently permitted under the DD Zoning?
Density and height within the DD zone are guided by the Downtown Official Development Plan (DODP). As per the Plan, this area permits a maximum density of 6.0 FSR. Additional density can be considered, per the Downtown Rezoning Policy based on urban design performance (i.e. tower separation, view cones, shadowing). The DDOP sets a basic maximum height of 45.7 m for this site which the Development Permit Board can increase to 137.2 m or up to the protected view limits as per the Downtown Rezoning policy.
What is the parking ratio proposed versus permitted?
The application proposes no vehicle parking and 19 bicycle parking spaces. While the City’s Parking By-law no longer establishes minimum vehicle parking requirements, accessible and loading spaces are typically still required.
All parking, loading, and bicycle spaces must be provided and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the Vancouver Parking By-law and are under review as part of the staff assessment of this application.
Is this a precedent for the zone? What other sites in the area and zone could this application have implications for to encourage developers to explore upcoming on these potential sites?
This does not establish a blanket precedent for all DD-zoned sites and would apply only to the subject site of this application.
Does City Planning and Engineering have infrastructure capacity information, impacts, targets and upgrades integrated as part of such applications?
City staff review rezoning applications for infrastructure capacity, servicing impacts, and alignment with applicable City policies. Where warranted, infrastructure improvements and upgrades may be conditioned through the rezoning process for the applicant to deliver.
Is there a projection of potential capacity for accommodating density, automobiles and development in the DD?
The proposed development is required to comply with the Parking By-law with respect to off-street vehicle parking spaces and well-sited to encourage reduced vehicle trip and parking demand. It is in close proximity to the frequent transit network (Burrard St), cycling infrastructure (existing bikeway along Hornby St), as well as the Yaletown Roundhouse Canada Line station. There are currently no parking minimum requirements in this area which helps to further reduce development demand for vehicle trips and parking.
