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The Hiawatha proposal was passed by council today. It will have buildings up to 11 storeys.

Council says yes to Hiawatha plan
by Wayne Moore - Story: 90096
Apr 8, 2013 / 2:29 pm

Despite objections from neighbours and residents, the controversial Westcorp Properties development proposed for the Hiawatha Mobile Home Park will go ahead.

Kelowna City Council voted 6-3 in favour at its weekly meeting Monday afternoon.

Councillors Robert Hobson, Gail Given and Mohini Singh all voted against the development.

Hobson was against the project because of the added density versus amenities while both Given and Singh could not lend their support because of the way people remaining on the site have been treated.

"I would like this developer to go back and reach a fair and equitable arrangement with the 18 or 19 land owners remaining on the site," says Singh.

Those in favour, while sympathetic with the human aspect, believed the council policy surrounding Mobile Home Park Redevelopment and the relocation of home owners and tenants, was followed or exceeded.

Councillor Stack stated it was hard not to be sympathetic to the plight of residents but not enough to "sway me against this proposal."

"I do believe this is the right development and land use for this area," added Stack.