Halifax Stadium Discussion

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The NIMBYism is disappointing but definitely on the decline in Halifax. The Trillium for example and Armoury Square were built without incident.

The regulatory system has also changed somewhat from past years when the PCC was responsible for all projects on the peninsula (which is why the Alexander was torpedoed - 2 votes were enough to turn down any project).

I think it's easy to exaggerate how much of an impact these people have, and it would be really unfortunate to rule out good possibilities for a stadium just because we are afraid of some NIMBY appeals. I don't think it's true that South Enders have the court system in their palm. I think they have to appeal like everybody else, and to do this they need standing and they need a credible argument. Usually the appeal is exhausted in a year or two if it doesn't go through.

As far as HRM regional council, will the majority of suburban councillors be upset about putting it in Gorsebrook and upsetting people on Oakland Road? I doubt it.