Official Fredericton, NB projects thread - Page 620

OliverD · #**12381** Posted **Apr 9, 2021, 2:59 PM**

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Originally Posted by Matzel_27

Not only that, but how far does $400k go in a reno/repurpose project of a historic building with brick facade?

If I was entering a program like that, I know I would not want it to be located in one of the top tourist locations in the province. I'd prefer a nondescript, more anonymous fourplex in a residential area.

$400k is just to acquire it. I'd be shocked if the renovation wasn't close to seven figures if not more.

Freddypop · #**12382** Posted **Apr 9, 2021, 4:22 PM**

I'm supportive of the intent but this is the wrong building and location.

Bishop2047 · #**12383** Posted **Apr 11, 2021, 10:47 PM**

https://www.macleans.ca/canadas-best...box=1617987735

Not that these lists mean much but Fredericton is number 2 Nationwide.

adamuptownsj · #**12384** Posted **Apr 11, 2021, 11:45 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

I'm supportive of the intent but this is the wrong building and location.

I can think of a great location on Woodstock Road. The neighbours would find this a massive improvement.

KnoxfordGuy · #**12385** Posted **Apr 12, 2021, 12:40 AM**

I see that the hole on Rockwood Ave is about 10 feet deep now and takes up the whole floor plate.

OliverD · #**12386** Posted **Apr 13, 2021, 11:19 AM**

Phoenix Learning Centre denied zoning amendment to expand https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-b...hall-1.5985047

OliverD · #**12387** Posted **Apr 15, 2021, 3:57 PM**

Fredericton council votes to put money toward regional aquatic centre https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-b...987652?cmp=rss

Fredericton council gets ethics complaint over proposed development https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-b...986042?cmp=rss

SMH at people who act as if they own their view of the river.

Matzel_27 · #**12388** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 12:02 PM**

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Originally Posted by OliverD

Fredericton council gets ethics complaint over proposed development https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-b...986042?cmp=rss

SMH at people who act as if they own their view of the river.

eth·ics
/ˈeTHiks/
noun - moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity

How exactly would a city councilor building a fourplex commit an ethics violation if said councilor followed all the principles that apply to any and all developments?

SomeLad · #**12389** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 1:46 PM**

It looks like Corinne Hersey, who is running for Mayor, is also against this development. Of all parts of the city that might need an additional park I would say this area isn't one of them given all the green space by the river. She seems to be against most development, including the new building where the Legion was. See below.

MonctonRad · #**12390** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 1:54 PM**

Matzel_27 · #**12391** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 1:56 PM**

Let's hope Corinne Hersey will not be our next mayor so that Fredericton can continue to grow and evolve instead of stagnate and remain.

SomeLad · #**12392** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:04 PM**

I've never understood the argument that building fewer units will increase affordability, especially when these buildings are not replacing cheaper housing.

Matzel_27 · #**12393** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:21 PM**

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Originally Posted by SomeLad

I've never understood the argument that building fewer units will increase affordability, especially when these buildings are not replacing cheaper housing.

It's nonsensical.

OliverD · #**12394** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:47 PM**

I don't think she's at any risk of being elected, thank god.

OliverD · #**12395** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:49 PM**

Also, wtf does she mean by "pop up developments"?

cl812 · #**12396** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:53 PM**

There are a few statements in her tweets that dont really make sense, sounds like she has no clue what she is talking about.

adamuptownsj · #**12397** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:54 PM**

Clements on the Saint John PAC is the same. He was concerned the proposed Tin Can Beach development in the south end (180 reasonably priced units on a vacant lot) would 'displace residents' without an affordable component. None of these people know what supply and demand is.

And the 'pop-up' line is a new one. Is she referring to a building being, uh, constructed? Because they generally are built from bottom to top.

Matzel_27 · #**12398** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 2:56 PM**

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Originally Posted by OliverD

Also, wtf does she mean by "pop up developments"?

I scrolled through her mayoral campaign FB page. She uses the term frequently.

I see you just asked her about the term. Please do share her explanation here if she gives one.

Matzel_27 · #**12399** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 3:01 PM**

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Originally Posted by OliverD

I don't think she's at any risk of being elected, thank god.

Agreed!

Taeolas · #**12400** Posted **Apr 16, 2021, 3:07 PM**

She and I had a FB discussion about a year ago on that since I've been very pro-construction on the Freddy FB groups. It was a pretty quick talk but she did come across as anti-new development/"big" development in general which isn't good for the city IMO.

I hadn't even realized it was her, but the talk now reminded me of our discussion back then.

She's certainly NOT getting my vote in any case.

Speaking of the municipal election though; is it just me or is this election a lot more active than usual? I don't think I've ever seen as many signs up for the municipal election as I've seen this year.