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[TGK]

Originally Posted by Siriusb

That 15 storey was scrapped and the present hotel attached to the Credit Union was it's replacement. The hotel is listing rooms now.

Great idea having a hotel attached to the complex. I wonder if we’ll ever see something like that at Eastlink/Redshores. That parking lot would fit a hotel and parking garage nicely, but Old Home Week midway would need to relocate, likely to the big parking lot on the other side of the track.

[Siriusb]

19 Richmond St (Old Irwin Printing Property)

APPROVED
19 Richmond Street
Footing Permit: New 4-storey, 31-unit apartment building (Phase 1 - Foundation)

Anyone see a rendering for this? Here was a good opportunity to increase density to like six to seven floors or more. They still don't get it.

[TGK]

Renderings by Coles Associates, made public via Design Review Board meeting package (Oct 30, 2023): https://www.charlottetown.ca/common/page...rYjFw4vhzra27xPILyAQrTsaldLwr8UIn%2bU%3d

[Just an Islander]

Originally Posted by Siriusb

19 Richmond St (Old Irwin Printing Property)

APPROVED
19 Richmond Street
Footing Permit: New 4-storey, 31-unit apartment building (Phase 1 - Foundation)

Anyone see a rendering for this? Here was a good opportunity to increase density to like six to seven floors or more. They still don't get it.

I totally understand. I have been saying this for years as we had a number of projects go up that could have gone more than 4 stories. The City needs to wake up.

[Siriusb]

Originally Posted by TGK

Renderings by Coles Associates, made public via Design Review Board meeting package (Oct 30, 2023): https://www.charlottetown.ca/common/page...rYjFw4vhzra27xPILyAQrTsaldLwr8UIn%2bU%3d

Thank you for this. Obviously the city is still stuck in the same mode it has been in since the 70's. This project barely puts a dent, less than 1% change, in the rental/housing situation. Looks like the ratio for every 27 units built outside the 500 lot, there was 1 built in the 500 lot, will continue. Pathetic isn't it! Building low-rise buildings will have no impact on that ratio and will do nothing for density downtown, helping businesses and reduce traffic/environmental impact outside the 500 lot.

[Just an Islander]

Has anyone heard that the Sears building has been sold and Leon's is moving out of the building?

[TGK]

Originally Posted by Just an Islander

Has anyone heard that the Sears building has been sold and Leon's is moving out of the building?

I heard Leon’s was closing, but I assumed the person had no idea what a blowout sale is. Now I’m wondering if it’s true…

[Just an Islander]

Winners expansion, new strip mall, food court renos coming to Royalty Crossing
'It should make a pretty significant improvement to the center,' says developer

Alex MacIsaac · CBC News · Posted: Dec 01, 2023 4:20 PM AST | Last Updated: December 1
An entrance to a shopping mall is pictured with wire fencing outside of it.
The owner of Royalty Crossing, a shopping centre in Charlottetown, P.E.I., says sales at the mall are up over its best year since he took over. (Alex MacIsaac/CBC)
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Several large developments are on the horizon at the Royalty Crossing shopping centre in Charlottetown.

The department store Winners is expanding by 8,000 square feet and is getting a new entrance on the same side as the Cineplex movie theatre, said Tim Banks, CEO of the APM Group, which owns the mall.

Winners is experiencing growth across Canada, he said, and its space in Charlottetown will be one of the first to get a facelift.

P.E.I. developer Tim Banks buys interest in Charlottetown Mall
Charlottetown Mall changes name, getting makeover
"It's a testament to our centre," said Banks. "It's one of the busier Winners stores in Atlantic Canada."

When renovations are complete, he said the Charlottetown Winners will be one of the largest in the region.

A parking lot is pictured in front of a movie theatre and large brick wall which will eventually be turned into a new entrace for the mall.
The future entrance to Winners is pictured. Developer Tim Banks says the move should reduce parking congestion at the mall. (Alex MacIsaac/CBC)
The new configuration and entrance will also reduce parking congestion in the parking lot on the University Avenue side, he said.

A new strip mall is also in the works. Banks's company has purchased the Canadian Food Inspection Agency building on University Avenue to make way for five retail locations. He said a small pizza shop nearby will be torn down to accommodate the development.

Four tenants have signed up for spaces and construction is set to begin mid-January, with tenants moved in and open sometime in May, said Banks.

He wouldn't name the companies moving in but said an announcement will likely come sometime after construction starts.

It should make a pretty significant improvement to the centre.
- Developer Tim Banks
Changes are also coming to the mall's food court, which has been somewhat barren in recent years.

A new tenant, Folk Fries, will open mid-December, Banks said.

And starting Jan. 8, half the food court will be zoned off to allow for renovations, with work ending sometime in June.

When work is complete, he said seven new tenants will occupy the space — up from the current two.

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"It should make a pretty significant improvement to the centre."

There will be more seating, a lounge area and new windows overlooking the future UPEI medical school, he said.

A new restaurant, Pure and Simple, will open sometime in the new year in a space near The Brick and Sportchek on Towers Road, he said.

Shopping malls staying strong
Overall, business at the mall has improved since his company took ownership, he said, with sales this year up 16 per cent from 2019 — the best year on record.

While some feel shopping centres are dying, Banks said many are rebounding.

"The people that were ordering online are finding it's costing them more now," said Banks.

"Some of the merchants are getting out of that and recognizing that people picking it up, looking at it and being able to buy it there — is back in the marketplace."

[Siriusb]

Originally Posted by Just an Islander

Winners expansion, new strip mall, food court renos coming to Royalty Crossing
'It should make a pretty significant improvement to the center,' says developer

Alex MacIsaac · CBC News · Posted: Dec 01, 2023 4:20 PM AST | Last Updated: December 1
An entrance to a shopping mall is pictured with wire fencing outside of it.
The owner of Royalty Crossing, a shopping centre in Charlottetown, P.E.I., says sales at the mall are up over its best year since he took over. (Alex MacIsaac/CBC)
Social Sharing

comments
Several large developments are on the horizon at the Royalty Crossing shopping centre in Charlottetown.

The department store Winners is expanding by 8,000 square feet and is getting a new entrance on the same side as the Cineplex movie theatre, said Tim Banks, CEO of the APM Group, which owns the mall.

Winners is experiencing growth across Canada, he said, and its space in Charlottetown will be one of the first to get a facelift.

P.E.I. developer Tim Banks buys interest in Charlottetown Mall
Charlottetown Mall changes name, getting makeover
"It's a testament to our centre," said Banks. "It's one of the busier Winners stores in Atlantic Canada."

When renovations are complete, he said the Charlottetown Winners will be one of the largest in the region.

A parking lot is pictured in front of a movie theatre and large brick wall which will eventually be turned into a new entrace for the mall.
The future entrance to Winners is pictured. Developer Tim Banks says the move should reduce parking congestion at the mall. (Alex MacIsaac/CBC)
The new configuration and entrance will also reduce parking congestion in the parking lot on the University Avenue side, he said.

A new strip mall is also in the works. Banks's company has purchased the Canadian Food Inspection Agency building on University Avenue to make way for five retail locations. He said a small pizza shop nearby will be torn down to accommodate the development.

Four tenants have signed up for spaces and construction is set to begin mid-January, with tenants moved in and open sometime in May, said Banks.

He wouldn't name the companies moving in but said an announcement will likely come sometime after construction starts.

It should make a pretty significant improvement to the centre.
- Developer Tim Banks
Changes are also coming to the mall's food court, which has been somewhat barren in recent years.

A new tenant, Folk Fries, will open mid-December, Banks said.

And starting Jan. 8, half the food court will be zoned off to allow for renovations, with work ending sometime in June.

When work is complete, he said seven new tenants will occupy the space — up from the current two.

Get the news you need without restrictions. Download our free CBC News App.

"It should make a pretty significant improvement to the centre."

There will be more seating, a lounge area and new windows overlooking the future UPEI medical school, he said.

A new restaurant, Pure and Simple, will open sometime in the new year in a space near The Brick and Sportchek on Towers Road, he said.

Shopping malls staying strong
Overall, business at the mall has improved since his company took ownership, he said, with sales this year up 16 per cent from 2019 — the best year on record.

While some feel shopping centres are dying, Banks said many are rebounding.

"The people that were ordering online are finding it's costing them more now," said Banks.

"Some of the merchants are getting out of that and recognizing that people picking it up, looking at it and being able to buy it there — is back in the marketplace."

[Siriusb]

Calvary Building Update November 5

Re: Two eight storey apartments and church status.

This is a public release by Calvary Church on Nov 5th.......

So the meeting did take place and the reason for the meeting was the main reason uh the topic was rezoning and we had hoped that we could use our current zoning on the application. But from the meeting, it was quite clear that we are going to have to apply for rezoning. And in order to apply for rezoning there, there's a couple of studies we have to do, we have to do a traffic study and an infrastructure study that's water, sewage and storm runoff. So that will have to take place. Good news is that the BGI will take care of that and the timeline on that to be turned into the city,  it'll happen before Christmas and that's not very far off. So that's, that's coming really quick.  So that's it for my update

I hope this is permitted and rezoned. Why the city wanted them to reduce the height by two floors to eight floors, kinda stupid! What difference and are we planning for the future or not? Pitter patter let's get her done!
Hopefully this gets going soon as the developer is anxious to start.

[Ryan23]

Originally Posted by Just an Islander

Has anyone heard that the Sears building has been sold and Leon's is moving out of the building?

I work in the building. What is happening is another family has bought the Leons franchise and is moving to a new location not sure where. Its weird and that apt over by the old Leons is part of this the guy who owns the Sears building was the one that started that apt and some trade offs happened. Murphy's owns there section of the sears mall on the inside not the outside like a condo. So the Murphy's will probably do something with the part of the building that they own.

[billy1]

Originally Posted by Ryan23

I work in the building. What is happening is another family has bought the Leons franchise and is moving to a new location not sure where. Its weird and that apt over by the old Leons is part of this the guy who owns the Sears building was the one that started that apt and some trade offs happened. Murphy's owns there section of the sears mall on the inside not the outside like a condo. So the Murphy's will probably do something with the part of the building that they own.

I have heard 3rd hand that they will be vacating the current location at the end of January 2024.
Not sure where they would move as retail vacancy is next to zero and there are no vacancies in the 45,000 sq.ft. range that Leons currently occupies.

[Siriusb]

PORTHOUSE IS DENIED BY PLANNING

Originally Posted by Siriusb

Big mistake taking it to public consolation. The 500 lot people are vehemently against anything new and especially this project and others. They are the reason we are in this housing mess and still don't care about housing because they live in their cozy well maintained homes in 500 lot. They are NIMBYS personified and have managed to convince the brainless twits on city council to listen to their every word!!
I doubt this will fly! I hate to be skeptical but the city council still doesn't get the message on why our downtown is dying, why businesses are worried on closing and why we have two tabled stores in the downtown mall. Wake up city hall!!

Told Ya!! Planning board has recommended to staff that the application for PortHouse be DENIED! Idiots!!
There goes 158 homes down the toilet! People should be protesting in the streets!!!

[Siriusb]

With the Porthouse project DENIED by planning, the parking lot should be open to tent living. ⛺ If you are looking for a place to live, here is the perfect location behind the Polyclinic. Centrally located, close to medical providers, perfect for outdoor living in the city. Everyone is welcome!

[Siriusb]

Originally Posted by Siriusb

Property Located at 68 Queen St. Charlottetown


"The Planning & Heritage Department has received an application to demolish the building located
in the 500 Lot Area at 68 Queen Street. This building is not a designated heritage resource and is therefore not protected under the Heritage Preservation Bylaw."



Coles Associates found and recommended:

".....there is a very strong case to support a decision to demolish the existing structure at 68 Queen Street and replace it with o structure composed of modern-day building systems and elements, which are tastefully integrated into the history of its location downtown Charlottetown".
...."None of the above is insurmountable from a design or planning perspective, but the design challenges and the resultant impact on capital costs are clearly evident".

Unfortunately,

It was agreed there may be many ways to develop this building in a manner which is both sensitive to the historic quality of the building and its contribution to the streetscape while serving the needs of the owner.

Originally it was to be demolished and replaced with:

This was back in Council.

Summary: A proposal for development was discussed by Heritage Board in 2019 and 2020. The proposal involved the removal of 91 King Street, 93 King Street, 94-98 Dorchester Street, 100-102 Dorchester Street and 68 Queen Street. The Board supported the development and did not want to initiate a temporary designation. Given 3-4 years have passed we want to confirm the Board’s opinion prior to issuing demolition permits. The brick building at the rear of 91 King Street and 100-102 Dorchester Street are currently vacant.

Motion: Moved by Tara Maloney and seconded by Ken McInnis that the process to impose a temporary heritage designation on 91 King Street (PID#336090), 93 King Street(PID#336917), 94-98 Dorchester Street(PID#336974) & 100-102 Dorchester Street(PID#336966) and 68 Queen Street not be initiated. MOTION CARRIED 6-0

There is more here than originally put forward for demolition. Maybe there'll be something good for the downtown will come out of it, like 10 floors with apartments with businesses on the main floor.

[MonctonRad]

Interesting. There is nothing worthy about these properties to justify heritage designation. They should be demolished.

On the other hand, this is Lower Queen Street, smack dab in the historical district of the city, and in the tourism zone. Great care should be taken with whatever replaces these structures.



This building is generic and a poor fit for the streetscape. We can do much better. Certainly the façade requires better integration with the surroundings. I agree that extra height would be nice, especially if used for residential, but, I think a podium would be necessary and a significant setback to maintain the streetscape.

[TGK]

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Interesting. There is nothing worthy about these properties to justify heritage designation. They should be demolished.

On the other hand, this is Lower Queen Street, smack dab in the historical district of the city, and in the tourism zone. Great care should be taken with whatever replaces these structures.



This building is generic and a poor fit for the streetscape. We can do much better. Certainly the façade requires better integration with the surroundings. I agree that extra height would be nice, especially if used for residential, but, I think a podium would be necessary and a significant setback to maintain the streetscape.

This is what the Heritage Board was shown a week or so ago when asked to affirm that they’re okay with the buildings in back being demolished. The Board prefers this four floor building because it watches what used to be there back in the day…I like it.


Source: render by NineYard Studio, made public by Charlottetown Heritage Board via Dec. 5, 2023 YouTube livestream.

[Siriusb]

Originally Posted by TGK

This is what the Heritage Board was shown a week or so ago when asked to affirm that they’re okay with the buildings in back being demolished. The Board prefers this four floor building because it watches what used to be there back in the day…I like it.


Source: render by NineYard Studio, made public by Charlottetown Heritage Board via Dec. 5, 2023 YouTube livestream.

The Heritage Board should accept what they did with the Holman Grand, a detailed facade reflecting the street facade with a 10 storey modern look on top set back a bit, to provide living space, whether it's affordable or not. The problem with the four storey is its doesn't provide enough for people living downtown and nothing for the future. No vision in this heritage board.

[TGK]

Originally Posted by Siriusb

The Heritage Board should accept what they did with the Holman Grand, a detailed facade reflecting the street facade with a 10 storey modern look on top set back a bit, to provide living space, whether it's affordable or not. The problem with the four storey is its doesn't provide enough for people living downtown and nothing for the future. No vision in this heritage board.

Demolition permit is issued. Once the building is gone, so is the heritage board’s role in having a say in what goes there. The zoning allows for just under 50’.

[Siriusb]

Originally Posted by TGK

Demolition permit is issued. Once the building is gone, so is the heritage board’s role in having a say in what goes there. The zoning allows for just under 50’.

A zoning bylaw that is meant for 1969 not 2023. The 50' will do nothing for the housing problem.