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1203 Matthews Ave (DP-2022-00039) development application

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The Director of Planning approved the application on February 21, 2023, subject to conditions.  A Development Permit may be issued once all conditions have been satisfied. For more information, please see the Prior-to letter under "Application documents"


Loy Leyland Architect Inc. has applied to the City of Vancouver for permission to develop the following on this site:

  • To reallocate, alter, and add to the existing Heritage “C” one family dwelling
    • A total height of approximately 39 ft.
    • A total Floor Space Ratio of 0.45 (approximately 20,640.57 sq. ft.)
  •  To develop an accessory building (Tea House) with a pool, and pergola
    • A total height of approximately 18 ft.
    • A total Floor Space Ratio of 0.45 (approximately 123.57 sq. ft.)
  • To develop a two-car garage (Gatehouse) in the front yard with driveway having access from Matthews Avenue
    • A total height of approximately 16 ft.
    • Two parking spaces

Under the site’s existing FSHCA zoning, the application is “conditional” so it may be permitted. However, it requires the decision of the Director of Planning.

Loy Leyland Architect Inc. has applied to the City of Vancouver for permission to develop the following on this site:

  • To reallocate, alter, and add to the existing Heritage “C” one family dwelling
    • A total height of approximately 39 ft.
    • A total Floor Space Ratio of 0.45 (approximately 20,640.57 sq. ft.)
  •  To develop an accessory building (Tea House) with a pool, and pergola
    • A total height of approximately 18 ft.
    • A total Floor Space Ratio of 0.45 (approximately 123.57 sq. ft.)
  • To develop a two-car garage (Gatehouse) in the front yard with driveway having access from Matthews Avenue
    • A total height of approximately 16 ft.
    • Two parking spaces

Under the site’s existing FSHCA zoning, the application is “conditional” so it may be permitted. However, it requires the decision of the Director of Planning.