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ColdRain&Snow · #**4381** Posted **Oct 2, 2024, 6:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by trueviking

^did we ever figure out how that new parking lot was allowed to happen on Roslyn?

I haven't heard anything back yet. I will follow up with the City when I get a chance.

borkborkbork · #**4382** Posted **Oct 2, 2024, 9:34 PM**

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Originally Posted by drew

The standard operating procedure when dealing with the CofW (that only the unscrupulous developers seem to realize) is never ask for permission.

The City will ALWAYS bend to something that is already completed - but will put up never ending requests and requirements for those who want to follow the rules.

Are there jurisdictions that have figured out how to solve the "don't ask permission, just beg forgiveness" problem with developers?

Mr Tall Forehead · #**4383** Posted **Oct 4, 2024, 3:23 PM**

https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/PPD/Docum...-220327-VC.pdf

Planning report for the conversion of the Rubin Block. It will be great to see that beautiful building with life in it again.

drew · #**4384** Posted **Oct 4, 2024, 3:46 PM**

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Originally Posted by borkborkbork

Are there jurisdictions that have figured out how to solve the "don't ask permission, just beg forgiveness" problem with developers?

Ultimately, the solution is to shut down work sites and force the developers to adjust construction to meet the requirements, and if necessary deny occupancy as long as it takes.

It's probably easier to "carry a stick" so to speak in cities that have developers lined up around the block to take on projects if someone else screws it up. Winnipeg isn't exactly in that situation, so they need to tread more carefully.