Important stages in advancing this opportunity

The following stages describe the steps involved in exploring and advancing a development opportunity like this. Specific dates are not included, as the development is expected to evolve through community engagement.

  • Timeline item 1 - complete

    Engage

    Engage the public regarding the opportunity for residential and limited non-residential development at this location.

  • Timeline item 2 - active

    Review

    Review proposals from eligible non-profit organizations as our partner to build and operate the development.

  • Timeline item 3 - incomplete

    Select

    Select a non-profit housing operator to help advance applications for senior government funding to build housing.

  • Timeline item 4 - incomplete

    Submit

    Submit applications for rezoning to define a building envelope (e.g. maximum height and density) and define permitted uses, including residential rental housing and complementary uses such as small offices, shops and childcare spaces. Supportive housing would not be allowed within the site-specific zoning.

  • Timeline item 5 - incomplete

    Apply

    Apply for funding from BC Housing or other external sources for funds to build and operate/maintain the housing and any complementary use(s).

  • Timeline item 6 - incomplete

    Permit

    If funding from BC Housing is confirmed, submit local applications for development permit and building permit approval subject to Council’s adoption of the rezoning bylaw.

  • Timeline item 7 - incomplete

    Approve and proceed

    If approved by Council, commence site preparation and development activities with ongoing community dialogue.