Let's not forget they are adding 70,000 sq. ft to the development, while wanting reducing the number of parking spots. I think more square footage = more shoppers.
Here's a solution. Do it with the required number of parking spots, and if reality shows the spots aren't required then they can eliminate the spots by building a Tim Horton's, Henry's, or whatever on them...........
Or, don't give them anything, without getting something we need in return. They knew the rules going in, and the rules shouldn't change during the game. Think about what they'd say if the city came to them after they'd bought the property and said, "Oh, we need to change the number of parking spots by adding 500 to the site." They'd scream bloody murder and want major compensation from the city. Why shouldn't we demand at least the same for a reduction.
Remember, they aren't wanting the change for the good city. It's only for the good Smart Centres (and Wal-Mart, Shoppers, etc.)
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The jobs, stupid!
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