Townhouse Application at 72 Avenue and 116 Street

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Consultation has concluded.

Council finally considered and adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7967 and issued Development Variance Permit LU008981 and Development Permit LU008981 on March 8, 2021.


Location: 11527, 11539, 11559, 11569/11571, 11579, 11591 72 Avenue and 11530, 11540, 11550, 11560 72A Avenue

File Number: LU008981


The purpose of this application is to permit construction of a 64-unit townhouse development. The following are the key aspects of the proposal:

  • Proposed density and land use are consistent with the subject site's Medium Density Ground-Oriented (MGR) designation in the North Delta Area Plan.
  • 64 townhouse units in 13 buildings, to be constructed in two phases.
  • 328 m2 (3,531 ft2) of common outdoor amenity space plus a two-storey 120.8 m2  (1,300 ft2) amenity building.
  • 128 residential parking spaces and 13 visitor parking spaces.
  • Driveway access from 72A Avenue.


The 72 Avenue Corridor is designated for future multi-unit townhouse development in the North Delta Area Plan. The North Delta Area Plan was adopted in 2014 following an extensive public consultation and visioning process for North Delta. Additional details of the Plan and vision for the 72 Avenue Corridor are available under "Applicable Bylaws and City Documents".


In order to facilitate the proposed development, the following are required:

  • Rezoning of the subject properties from Duplex/Single Detached Residential 3 (RD3) to Townhouse Residential 76 (RT76).
  • A development variance permit to permit the variances as outlined in the Notice of Public Hearing.
  • A development permit for the form and character of multi-unit residential development in the Community Corridor (CC) development permit area.
  • Consolidation of the 10 subject properties into a single parcel.


Council finally considered and adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7967 and issued Development Variance Permit LU008981 and Development Permit LU008981 on March 8, 2021.


Location: 11527, 11539, 11559, 11569/11571, 11579, 11591 72 Avenue and 11530, 11540, 11550, 11560 72A Avenue

File Number: LU008981


The purpose of this application is to permit construction of a 64-unit townhouse development. The following are the key aspects of the proposal:

  • Proposed density and land use are consistent with the subject site's Medium Density Ground-Oriented (MGR) designation in the North Delta Area Plan.
  • 64 townhouse units in 13 buildings, to be constructed in two phases.
  • 328 m2 (3,531 ft2) of common outdoor amenity space plus a two-storey 120.8 m2  (1,300 ft2) amenity building.
  • 128 residential parking spaces and 13 visitor parking spaces.
  • Driveway access from 72A Avenue.


The 72 Avenue Corridor is designated for future multi-unit townhouse development in the North Delta Area Plan. The North Delta Area Plan was adopted in 2014 following an extensive public consultation and visioning process for North Delta. Additional details of the Plan and vision for the 72 Avenue Corridor are available under "Applicable Bylaws and City Documents".


In order to facilitate the proposed development, the following are required:

  • Rezoning of the subject properties from Duplex/Single Detached Residential 3 (RD3) to Townhouse Residential 76 (RT76).
  • A development variance permit to permit the variances as outlined in the Notice of Public Hearing.
  • A development permit for the form and character of multi-unit residential development in the Community Corridor (CC) development permit area.
  • Consolidation of the 10 subject properties into a single parcel.


Consultation has concluded.

For the ease of responding, please stick to one topic or a single question per submission.  You can submit as many questions as you like.

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    A large number of trees on the site are presently protected by orange fencing. Will any of these trees be retained? Counting these trees, new trees and street trees fronting the development, what percentage of the site will be covered with tree canopy, at maturity? (Delta's 40% canopy goal is in keeping with research about how to reduce the worst impacts of climate change in cities.)

    Deborah Jones asked over 3 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.

    Staff is continually working with applicants to find opportunities for additional tree retention and tree planting.  A copy of the proposed tree management plan is provided in the documents on the engagement page.  The applicant’s proposal does not currently show any on-site trees being retained; however, comments from the virtual engagement will be forwarded to the applicant for their consideration before designs and details are finalized for Council's consideration.

    Regards,

    Jimmy

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    Why are some drawings showing dimensions in Imperial while other show the dimensions in metric measurements. That makes it very confusing to read the drawings.

    TJ Weidema asked over 3 years ago

    Hello, our apologies for the confusion.  The drawings presented on the engagement page are preliminary sets.  As we move forward with the application we will be working towards getting consistently dimensioned drawings for Council and Public Hearing.

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    With an ever growing demand for lower income or senior housing in Delta, what will the price point be for the average townhouse in this proposed development?

    TJ Weidema asked over 3 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.

    The City is overseeing the public consultation and development approvals process for the application but we are not involved in marketing or sales.  You may wish to contact the applicant directly for further information.

    Kind regards,

    Jimmy

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    cost and affordability
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    What will be the estimated cost of 1 townhouse ?

    Jagmohan asked over 3 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.

    The City is overseeing the public consultation and development approvals process for the application but we are not involved in marketing or sales.  You may wish to contact the applicant directly for further information.

    Best regards,

    Jimmy

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    cost and affordability
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    With the entrance to this complex being on 72A, how is the increased traffic going to be controlled? Currently 72A/115A/73A is a traffic calmed street with children ever present. The speed bumps installed on this corridor have NEVER deterred the speeders and during rush hours, this corridor is extremely busy with commuters trying to avoid 72nd Avenue. How will this be changed to "calm" this residential neighborhood's streets??

    Sylvia Dawes asked almost 4 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your questions.  

    A traffic impact study has been provided by the applicant and is currently being reviewed by staff.  The study would determine the number of trips generated by the development and whether any road improvements to surrounding streets are necessary.  Recommendations from the study would be presented to Council when a staff report is prepared for their consideration.  Delta’s policies and bylaws require driveway access to be located away from 72 Avenue.  

    Delta also has plans for road improvements along the 72 Avenue corridor that would be completed separately from the proposed townhouse development.  More details can be found here.

    Kind regards,

    Jimmy


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    Will these be rental units?

    greenshade asked almost 4 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.  

    The units would be offered for sale and there are no secured rentals as currently proposed. 

    Kind regards,

    Jimmy

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    What is meant by “form and character”? Is 141 parking spots for 64 units a bylaw requirement? This sounds like an excessive amount of parking; parking lot space that could be used for more units.

    darrendemelo asked almost 4 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.  

    Form and character refers to site layout as well as the design of buildings and landscaping.  A development permit is required to ensure the proposed development is consistent with design guidelines and standards that the City has in place for the 72 Avenue corridor. 

    The Delta Zoning Bylaw requires a minimum of 141 off-street parking spaces for this development.  2 parking spaces for each townhouse unit, plus additional visitor parking at a rate of 0.2 spaces/unit. 

    Hope this clarifies.  

    Kind regards,

    Jimmy

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    Will there be lane upgrades to 72 Ave to accommodate more traffic?

    cwmonty asked almost 4 years ago

    Hello!  Thanks for taking the time to visit our engagement page and for asking your question.  

    Delta has plans for road improvements along the 72 Avenue corridor that would be completed separately from the proposed townhouse development.  More details can be found at: http://delta.ca/your-government/delta's-projects/neighbourhood-road-improvements-plan/72-avenue-roadway-improvements-(bnsf-overpass-to-120-street).  

    Should you have any questions about the 72 Avenue road improvements project, please feel free to contact our Engineering Department at engineering@delta.ca or call 604-946-3260.

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