Shawn Oaks and Louis Brier Rezoning Directions

Summary

• Directed staff to proceed with fee-recovered enhanced rezoning processes for two sites near the Cambie Corridor that propose heights and densities exceeding what the Cambie Corridor Plan permits.
• Shawn Oaks (5505–5585 Oak Street): proposal includes strata towers of 23 and 28 storeys, townhomes, and a 6-storey social housing building, plus childcare; the Cambie Corridor Plan currently allows a maximum of 16 storeys.
• Louis Brier Home and Hospital (1055 West 41st Ave / 5650 Osler Street): proposal includes strata towers of 28 and 30 storeys, a 23-storey rental tower, a 6-storey social housing building, and an 8-storey long-term care facility; the plan currently allows up to 20 storeys.
• The enhanced rezoning process involves collaborative design work between applicants and city staff, public feedback on form-of-development options, and a report back to Council before a formal rezoning application is accepted.
• Council's approval does not create legal rights for the applicants or commit the City to approving any future rezoning application.
• Councillor Pete Fry declared a conflict of interest (family relationship with an employee of the architectural firm involved) and was absent for the entire item.

Vote

Documents

• Report – Policy Enquiry Process Directions Report – Shawn Oaks and Louis Brier Home and Hospital Unique Sites Precinct
• Staff Presentation