Second Round of Questions — Heather Lands

Motion 1 · Public Hearing, March 5, 2026

Carried Location 4911-5255 Heather Street, 637-657 West 37th Avenue, and 620-689 West 35th Avenue Moved by Mike Klassen Watch recording

Summary

Council allowed a second round of questions from councillors regarding the Heather Lands rezoning proposal before concluding the public hearing session.
The Heather Lands site spans 8.5 hectares (21.1 acres) near Heather Street and West 35th/37th Avenues, and is proposed for rezoning into two new Comprehensive Development (CD-1) districts — CD-1 South and CD-1 North.
The project is a joint venture between the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations and Canada Lands Company, representing a significant reconciliation initiative for the City of Vancouver.
The proposed development would include approximately 610 social housing units, 700 leasehold strata units, and 2,940 discounted "Attainable Housing Initiative" leasehold units, along with commercial and community spaces.
Buildings would range from 4 to 46 storeys, with a total combined gross floor area of approximately 317,861 sq. m (3.4 million sq. ft.), designed by GBL Architects.
Staff from the General Manager of Planning, Urban Design and Sustainability recommended approval of the rezoning application in principle, subject to conditions outlined in the report.