RM-8AN Rezoning Oak Street 54th

Motion 2 · Public Hearing, January 19, 2023

Carried Location 7057-7075 Oak Street and 1015 West 54th Avenue Moved by Adriane Carr, Rebecca Bligh

Summary

Citrine Oak Homes Ltd. is applying to rezone three parcels at Oak Street and West 54th Avenue from RS-1 (Residential) District to RM-8AN (Residential) District to enable a townhouse or rowhouse development of up to three storeys.
The approximately 2,323 sq. m site currently contains three single-detached homes built in 1948; the new zoning would allow a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 1.20, consistent with the Cambie Corridor Plan.
The Cambie Corridor Plan identifies the site as eligible for townhouse redevelopment, aiming to introduce family-oriented, ground-oriented housing along Oak Street as part of anticipated neighbourhood growth that could see 30,000 new homes by 2041.
Because the site fronts Oak Street, an arterial road, the RM-8AN designation (rather than RM-8A) applies, requiring enhanced noise mitigation measures for the new building.
Two existing rental tenancies are present on the property, meaning the City's Tenant Relocation and Protection Policy applies and protections for current tenants must be met as a condition of rezoning.
Staff conclude the application meets the intent of the Cambie Corridor Plan and recommend approval in principle, subject to Public Hearing and conditions outlined in the report appendices.