[Abbotsford] Mahogany at Mill Lake | 80m | 26 Floors | U/C - Page 2

Kodii · #21 Posted **Apr 30, 2009, 11:59 PM**

The location definitely isn't in the best location to encourage further upwards expansion, but it is a start, no matter the location.

NetMapel · #22 Posted **May 1, 2009, 12:06 AM**

I hope they run a train track around Boult Avenue, Gladwin Road and Bevan Avenue when we get interurban route going.

Kodii · #23 Posted **May 7, 2009, 6:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by DKaz

I originally thought this tower was going up at the corner of Bourquin and South Fraser Way which would make total sense.

Do you know what they are constructing there? It would be nice to have a tower there, but I don't think they would put a residential tower smack dab in the middle of a commercial district. An office tower could go there, but it seems more like a parking lot that anything else right now.

theQ · #24 Posted **May 7, 2009, 6:56 PM**

I used to live in Abbotsford. I think it's a great idea! At 28 stories, the top floors might even be above the summer pollution to rolls into the valley... If it doesn't go ahead, these Quantum guys should plan something for here in Surrey, we'll happily take another high rise.

DKaz · #25 Posted **May 7, 2009, 6:58 PM**

I'm not too sure to be honest, I parked there a couple of weeks back to eat at IHOP and there is definitely underground parking but I don't see any sign of anything going up above it. It's weird that the slab would be heavy enough for a parking lot which means it'll probably be a small office building above. I'll drive by this weekend and see what's happening.

Sonicwolf · #26 Posted **May 8, 2009, 5:00 AM**

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Originally Posted by DKaz

I'm not too sure to be honest, I parked there a couple of weeks back to eat at IHOP and there is definitely underground parking but I don't see any sign of anything going up above it. It's weird that the slab would be heavy enough for a parking lot which means it'll probably be a small office building above. I'll drive by this weekend and see what's happening.

They have a very large crane at the corner near IHOP so Im assuming its going to be pretty tall

Kodii · #27 Posted **May 8, 2009, 8:43 AM**

Really? I'm surprised I haven't been able to find anything about it.

Slightly off topic, I finally passed by the new Abbotsford Sports and Entertainment Center, and it is drop dead gorgeous! (for Abbotsford standards anyways)

softee · #28 Posted **May 8, 2009, 9:04 AM**

You'd think that people in Abbotsford would like tall buildings in their city - they could live in them and be closer to God.

CBeats · #29 Posted **May 8, 2009, 9:13 AM**

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Originally Posted by softee

they could live in them and be closer to God.

mr.x · #30 Posted **May 8, 2009, 9:16 AM**

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Originally Posted by Kodii

Really? I'm surprised I haven't been able to find anything about it.

Slightly off topic, I finally passed by the new Abbotsford Sports and Entertainment Center, and it is drop dead gorgeous! (for Abbotsford standards anyways)

I propose trading UBC Thunderbird Arena for the Abbottsford facility.

DKaz · #31 Posted **May 8, 2009, 3:54 PM**

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Originally Posted by softee

You'd think that people in Abbotsford would like tall buildings in their city - they could live in them and be closer to God.

Hahahahaha. Bur-yurn!

Perhaps the penthouse suite will be a new church.

Kodii · #32 Posted **May 10, 2009, 10:01 PM**

I have heard more complaints from people saying that they do not want a shadow cast upon Mill Lake because it is Abbotsford's "jewel".

I think that lake is absolutely disgusting, but is anyone able to confirm whether or not a shadow from this tower would reach and permanently affect the lake?

DKaz · #33 Posted **May 10, 2009, 10:40 PM**

No, the tower is quite a distance from the lake, maybe in the winter months the shadow will reach Mill Lake.

I like the lake, it's a nice walk/jog around it but it is duck/goose feces ridden for sure.

Kodii · #34 Posted **May 12, 2009, 5:21 AM**

The Canucks lost. That's okay because I will always believe in blue.

Too bad I've lost all faith in Abbotsford. Excuse my language, but [darn you] Abby. At least the councillors that I like (including our mayor) voted FOR the damn tower.

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Council denies 28-storey Bevan tower

By Joe Millican - Abbotsford News

Published: May 11, 2009 8:00 PM

Abbotsford council has denied an application to build an 80-metre tower on Bevan Avenue, which would have become the city's tallest building.

Council tonight (Monday) voted 5-4 to turn down the 28-storey structure at 32848 Bevan Ave., close to Mill Lake.

The vote followed a public hearing two weeks ago, during which local residents spoke overwhelmingly against the Mohogany at Mill Lake plan from proceeding.

The majority of council took that reaction into account before Monday's vote in Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Others sympathized with residents, but believed it was time to press ahead with densifying the area with development land in Abbotsford at a premium.

Voting in favour of the application by the Abbotsford-based Quantum Properties were Mayor George Peary and councillors John Smith, Bill MacGregor and Dave Loewen.

However, they were outnumbered by councillors Les Barkman, Moe Gill, Patricia Ross, Lynne Harris and Simon Gibson.

After council's vote, Bert Schendel - who helped rally local residents - expressed his belief that council had made the right decision.

He was also pleased the local politicians had listened to the people.

"It's tremendous, and I hope it stays this way," he said. "For now, we have stopped the trucks and the power saws."

Source: The Abbotsford News -- http://www.bclocalnews.com/fraser_valley/abbynews/news/44758172.html

NetMapel · #35 Posted **May 12, 2009, 5:23 AM**

One bad news after another ! Woe is us :O

Kodii · #36 Posted **May 12, 2009, 5:51 AM**

I am so sick of all the selfish NIMBYs. It's not so bad that they are NIMBYs, but they are selfish ones at that.

Bert Schendel, who is now my number one enemy, says: "For now, we have stopped the trucks and the power saws."

Yes, and you denied people of work you stupid (excuse my language) [guy].

giallo · #37 Posted **May 12, 2009, 5:56 AM**

Whalleyboy · #38 Posted **May 12, 2009, 6:41 AM**

pssh so stupid how will abby ever have hopes to grow when they do crap like that

LeftCoaster · #39 Posted **May 12, 2009, 9:37 PM**

Who cares, it's abbotsford...

Kodii · #40 Posted **May 12, 2009, 9:49 PM**

SSPers from Abby?

Save me... just over three months until I get to return to Vancouver!