A six-storey rental development was given the go-ahead by Kelowna city council, much to the disdain of some south Pandosy residents at a public hearing on Tuesday night (Sept. 10).
Residents expressed concerns over the height and proximity of the Mission Group development to a neighbouring building.
The building is set to be built at 464 West Ave in a location which currently only allows four-storey buildings. The design of the building sees the taller portion placed away from the neighbouring building, placing a large second-floor rooftop patio between the two residences.
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After the presentation and public hearing, council was happy with the form and character of the development, resulting in a 6-1 vote in favour of Mission Group. Coun. Mohini Singh was absent at the vote.
Coun. Charlie Hodge was the lone 害羞草研究所榥o害羞草研究所� in a sea of 害羞草研究所榶es害羞草研究所� as council approved the development but it came with an asterisk.
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Mayor Basran said a facility like this is necessary for the Pandosy area.
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At the initial public hearing in June, Mayor Colin Basran said he was shocked at the community害羞草研究所檚 response to the development.
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The project is set to host 48 purpose-built rental units as well as five commercial storefronts.
michael.rodriguez@kelownacapnews.com
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