Cambie Corridor Updates

[fredinno]

Originally Posted by whatnext

I'll be very curious to see how the market abosrbs all the new low-rise supply about to come to market between King Ed and 40th. Lots of assignments in Contessa, Parc Elise, Parc 26 etc...

I wouldn't worry about it, considering they're practically minutes from Downtown. Unless there's a depression-like scenario or zombie economy coming. Then we should start worrying.

[whatnext]

The changing face of Cambie (ie if only we could build more supply.)

[IMG]IMG_0924 by whatnextyvr, on Flickr[/IMG]
[IMG]IMG_0923 by whatnextyvr, on Flickr[/IMG]
[IMG]IMG_0925 by whatnextyvr, on Flickr[/IMG]
IMG_0922 by whatnextyvr, on Flickr
[IMG]IMG_0921 by whatnextyvr, on Flickr[/IMG]

[officedweller]

From the General thread:

Originally Posted by SpongeG

I don't know the names of these but here are some pics of some projects along King Edward

2019-04-25_11-30-54 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-10 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-30-59 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-05 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-15 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-34 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-44 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-50 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-31-55 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-32-01 by snub_you, on Flickr

about to be replaced

2019-04-25_11-32-13 by snub_you, on Flickr

with this
2019-04-25_11-32-20 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-32-25 by snub_you, on Flickr

will be 58 homes
2019-04-25_11-32-31 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-32-36 by snub_you, on Flickr

the corner house is sold. I wonder what they can do with the lot since its beighbours have been redeveloped already
2019-04-25_11-32-47 by snub_you, on Flickr

2019-04-25_11-33-10 by snub_you, on Flickr

[Feathered Friend]

An Investment in Tomorrow – Langara’s YMCA looks for a Partner to Build a Family Friendly Future

282 West 49th Avenue (Langara Family YMCA)
One of the biggest complaints Darren and I hear about the growth of our city is there is not enough infrastructure to support it. While it is easy to show how new buildings reduce the demand on our water systems with low flush toilets, storm water retention tanks, and many other technologies, we agree recreational services sometimes get overlooked. These spaces are vitally important, and deserve constant funding and improvement.

Unfortunately, that funding is often missing, like in the case of the Langara YMCA, where online reviews show the ageing facility can no longer provide the same quality of service it used to. Thankfully, despite a total attendance of almost 500 people at this open house, its large gym never felt overcrowded.

https://cityduo.wordpress.com/2019/05/14...rtner-to-build-a-family-friendly-future/

[Feathered Friend]

Precedent Setting Langara YMCA Wins Approval from Vancouver’s UDP

282 West 49th Avenue (Langara Family YMCA)
With how much time the Urban Design Panel spends reviewing 6 storey buildings, it shouldn’t be surprising that sometimes these meetings can get rather boring. After all, as the set-backs, height, and even general look are so restricted by city policy, it’s no wonder Hannah and I feel these mid-rises are fast becoming the new Vancouver Special. That said, these meetings have taught me a lot, and this one was no exception.

The reason for that is simple. As I was unable to join Hannah and the nearly 500 other people who came out to the application’s open house, this is the first time I got to see it. Like that massive turnout, I was also curious to learn more about the vital services like the aquatic centre, gym, and childcare facilities that this updated community institution will offer.

https://cityduo.wordpress.com/2019/06/03...-ymca-wins-approval-from-vancouvers-udp/

[Migrant_Coconut]

Originally Posted by Feathered Friend

https://cityduo.wordpress.com/2019/05/14...rtner-to-build-a-family-friendly-future/

One person even had enough room to don a protest sign to voice their displeasure. Even though the new Y will be 50% larger, they could not stomach the idea of losing the facility for two years. To me, this seems shortsighted and, as Darren later put it, “If Chilliwack can endure that short-term pain, than surely Vancouver can too.”

He'll have to commute all the way to Killarney or Kerrisdale! The horror!

Clearly the Y is planning to be here for the long term, as there are already plans for another expansion in about 10 to 20 years, which could come sooner if there is the demand for it.

Glad to see that the Y's got a plan after the plan... but exactly where would they expand into? They've already given up the parking lot, and they need the greenspace.

[Feathered Friend]

A Waste of Resources and Taxpayer Money – Senseless UDP Review Showcases Stale Bureaucracy

319-359 West 49th Avenue
All politicians love rallying against red tape, ineffective bureaucracy, and government waste, usually with a promise of savings for taxpayers. It’s a great tactic, as these issues are complex, shrouded in mystery, and too time consuming for most people to delve into. Which is perhaps why the city’s development process is riddled with these same issues.

A great example of that is this four storey building less than a block away from Langara-49th Avenue Canada Line Station that required the same level of review as a 40 floor tower. I don’t think Hannah and I will ever understand why the Cambie Corridor Plan limits this property to such an outdated scale, given its proximity to the developments planned for the Langara YMCA and Langara College.

https://cityduo.wordpress.com/2019/06/20...-udp-review-showcases-stale-bureaucracy/

[GenWhy?]

I like how most of the issue as due to by-law and code... of the frustration!

[Migrant_Coconut]

Is it possible to implement an overriding bylaw that says "all buildings up to six floors can skip the red tape, no questions asked?" Because that sounds like something we need.

[GenWhy?]

Originally Posted by Migrant_Coconut

Is it possible to implement an overriding bylaw that says "all buildings up to six floors can skip the red tape, no questions asked?" Because that sounds like something we need.

That was not what was asked.

[Vin]

It has almost been 10 years now when the Cambie Plan was implemented. For almost a decade, there hasn't been too much happening along the corridor except for Marine Gateway, which is a totally separate OCP. All the red tape and the current real estate situation aren't helping either.

[GenWhy?]

Originally Posted by Vin

It has almost been 10 years now when the Cambie Plan was implemented. For almost a decade, there hasn't been too much happening along the corridor except for Marine Gateway, which is a totally separate OCP. All the red tape and the current real estate situation aren't helping either.

This website might help: https://rezoning.vancouver.ca/applications/

[Changing City]

Originally Posted by GenWhy?

This website might help: https://rezoning.vancouver.ca/applications/

Sadly, in Vin's case it won't help. He has a terminal case of toweritis - the inability to perceive density if it isn't in the form of a tower. It's like the several thousand Cambie Corridor Plan units are completely invisible.

[logan5]

Extremely useful tool. Didn't know the city had this map available. Bookmarked!

[scryer]

Originally Posted by logan5

Extremely useful tool. Didn't know the city had this map available. Bookmarked!

Yes and you can grab the developers' and rezone applicant's email addresses too so you can email them if you like what you see .

[Migrant_Coconut]

Looking at the site, Cambie south of 41st is about to go nuclear, even more so than the QE area. Can't wait.

[Feathered Friend]

https://rezoning.vancouver.ca/applications/5740cambiest/documents/Perspectives.pdf


https://rezoning.vancouver.ca/applications/5740cambiest/documents/Perspectives.pdf

The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone 5740 Cambie Street from C-2 (Commercial) District to a new CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. The proposal consists of a mixed-use development with a 14-storey market rental tower and a 27-storey market strata tower and includes:

• commercial retail space at grade;
• office space (including non-profit office space) above;
• 80 market rental units and 133 market strata units;
• a floor area of 29,495 sq. m (317,101 sq. ft.);
• a floor space ratio (FSR) of 8.61;
• a maximum building height of 84.7 m (278 ft.); and
• 288 underground parking spaces and 559 bicycle spaces.

https://rezoning.vancouver.ca/applications/5740cambiest/index.htm

[officedweller]

Thanks.
They are retaining the "look" of the movable louvers on the existing building, it appears.
That building and the old Main Library on Burrard both had/have rotating louvers that could be rotated to provide shade from the sun. They were removed from the old Main Library when it was redeveloped (because they were redundant due to the tall office block to the south).

[officedweller]

From the Hive - Chevron site at Cambie & 16th.
Sustainabilility with deep balcony setbacks and small-ish windows.


Artistic rendering of 3220 Cambie Street, Vancouver. (Olson Kundig Architects / IBI Group / Wesgroup)
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/3220-cambie-street-vancouver-chevron-west-16th-avenue

[osirisboy]

Originally Posted by logan5

Extremely useful tool. Didn't know the city had this map available. Bookmarked!

Very cool


Although any projects that don't need rezoning won't show up on this