Report to Council 580 Nicola Avenue Rezoning
Report to Council
DATE:
May 15, 2017
TO:
Mayor and Council
FROM:
Smart Growth Committee
SUBJECT:
580 Nicola Avenue - Rezoning Application RZ000132 (Smart Growth Committee May 11, 2017)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On May 8th, Council introduced a recommendation from SGC to rezone the vacant parcel at 580 Nicola Avenue (next to Walmart). Prior to considering this recommendation, a motion to refer the application back to SGC was adopted. Council indicated it wished to obtain information with respect to ensuring that the site, including the adjoining sidewalk and boulevard, would be maintained in a neat and tidy condition. SGC is satisfied that this objective will be met and continues to recommend proceeding with the rezoning. RECOMMENDATION That the recommendations to rezone the property at 580 Nicola Avenue as previously brought forward by SGC be considered. 1. SUMMARY At the SGC meeting held on May 11th, Committee considered the attached staff report. Two representatives of the application also attended the meeting and confirmed steps were taken to ensure the site would be appropriately maintained. Following discussion with input from the applicant, Committee determined it would advise Council that Development Services staff will work with the applicant to ensure development takes place in accordance with City regulations, including maintenance of the boulevard adjoining the site, in a neat and tidy condition. No changes to the City’s regulations or practices were identified. 2. OPTIONS Council may: Proceed with consideration of the rezoning application as previously recommended, or Request SGC provide additional information if it continues to have concerns. Submitted by Laura Lee Richard, MCIP, Director of Development Services, with the concurrence of the Chair. Attachment:
Report to SGC dated May 10, 2017
DATE:
May 15, 2017
TO:
Mayor and Council
FROM:
Smart Growth Committee
SUBJECT:
580 Nicola Avenue - Rezoning Application RZ000132 (Smart Growth Committee May 11, 2017)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On May 8th, Council introduced a recommendation from SGC to rezone the vacant parcel at 580 Nicola Avenue (next to Walmart). Prior to considering this recommendation, a motion to refer the application back to SGC was adopted. Council indicated it wished to obtain information with respect to ensuring that the site, including the adjoining sidewalk and boulevard, would be maintained in a neat and tidy condition. SGC is satisfied that this objective will be met and continues to recommend proceeding with the rezoning. RECOMMENDATION That the recommendations to rezone the property at 580 Nicola Avenue as previously brought forward by SGC be considered. 1. SUMMARY At the SGC meeting held on May 11th, Committee considered the attached staff report. Two representatives of the application also attended the meeting and confirmed steps were taken to ensure the site would be appropriately maintained. Following discussion with input from the applicant, Committee determined it would advise Council that Development Services staff will work with the applicant to ensure development takes place in accordance with City regulations, including maintenance of the boulevard adjoining the site, in a neat and tidy condition. No changes to the City’s regulations or practices were identified. 2. OPTIONS Council may: Proceed with consideration of the rezoning application as previously recommended, or Request SGC provide additional information if it continues to have concerns. Submitted by Laura Lee Richard, MCIP, Director of Development Services, with the concurrence of the Chair. Attachment:
Report to SGC dated May 10, 2017
