3295-3333 Commercial Dr rezoning application

The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone the subject site from R1-1 (Residential Inclusive) District to CD-1 (Comprehensive Development) District. The proposal is to allow for the development of a five-storey residential rental building and includes:

115 units;
A floor space ratio (FSR) of 2.15; and
A building height of 20.4 m (67 ft.).

This application is being considered under the Secured Rental Policy.

The City’s Tenant Relocation and Protection Policy applies to this site. This policy provides assistance and protections to eligible renters impacted by redevelopment activity. To learn more visit: vancouver.ca/protecting-tenants.

Application drawings and statistics are posted as-submitted to the City. Following staff review, the final project statistics are documented within the referral report.

Due to the Canada Post strike, we were unable to send out postcard notifications to inform the public about this rezoning application. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

115 units;
A floor space ratio (FSR) of 2.15; and
A building height of 20.4 m (67 ft.).

This application is being considered under the Secured Rental Policy.

Application drawings and statistics are posted as-submitted to the City. Following staff review, the final project statistics are documented within the referral report.

The Q&A period has concluded. Thank you for participating.

The opportunity to ask questions through the Q&A is available from November 20 to December 3, 2024.

We post all questions as-is and aim to respond within two business days. Some questions may require coordination with internal departments and additional time may be needed to post a response.

Please note that the comment form will remain open after the Q&A period. The Rezoning Planner can also be contacted directly for any further feedback or questions.

Share 7. Will the underground parking be beside my property line? If this happens then the development will have to dig down several feet to accomplish this. In digging down they will bother the stability of my land and the root systems of my trees; this is not acceptable. 8. How many parking stalls will be provided? There must be a loading area off site. Will the City require this off site loading zone? Delivery and moving trucks for the complex at 1771 East 18th currently park illegally as there is only an underground loading zone and that does not accommodate tall trucks. 9. The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows a plan that seems to show the underground parkade structure extending far further to the south than the actual outline of the building. This seems to be shown by a heavy black line. Do the walls of the parkade extend further to the south than the building? If this is true can the parkade be moved further to the north or made smaller so that excavation can be moved further from my property to protect my trees? 10. The Application Booklet on page 40 shows the trees on my property to be removed, I quote "Existing Trees to be removed, Refer to Arborist Report". The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows Root Protection Barriers for the properties to the west along Fleming Street. Can the City require the same treatment for my property so my trees can also be protected and not removed? 11. I don't want this development to underpin my property. Will the City ensure that this does not happen and put some kind of restrictions on the developer to ensure that their retaining walls are stable without touching my property with underpinning? 12. What kind of fencing will there be between my north property line and the development’s south property line? 13. The Application Booklet on page 13 shows the building height of 70.46 feet looking over my property which has a small 2 1/2 storey, about 30 feet tall house on it. This is too much of a difference in height. The new development is much too tall against my property's building height. Will the City require the development to be shorter? 14. What type and size of drainpipe will be put between my land and any retaining walls against my dirt walls? There is a great deal of water that drains down the hill to the east from Fleming Street. I'm very concerned that if concrete retaining walls are against my land, without proper drainage behind them, my land will become waterlogged. 15. What type of fill will be put between my land and any retaining wall on the development site? Will this fill be gravel? 16. Where will the mechanical exhaust fans be located on the site? I don't want the fans near my property. They can be noisy and smelly. They should be put near Commercial Drive. 17. The Application Booklet on page 15 shows an excessive 3,561 SF area for bicycle storage. This area should be used for parking stalls. There are bike rental stations in the area. Will the City reduce the bicycle storage area in the underground parkade? The underground parking retaining walls could be further away from my property line if the bicycle storage area is removed and replaced with the car parking stalls. on Facebook Share 7. Will the underground parking be beside my property line? If this happens then the development will have to dig down several feet to accomplish this. In digging down they will bother the stability of my land and the root systems of my trees; this is not acceptable. 8. How many parking stalls will be provided? There must be a loading area off site. Will the City require this off site loading zone? Delivery and moving trucks for the complex at 1771 East 18th currently park illegally as there is only an underground loading zone and that does not accommodate tall trucks. 9. The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows a plan that seems to show the underground parkade structure extending far further to the south than the actual outline of the building. This seems to be shown by a heavy black line. Do the walls of the parkade extend further to the south than the building? If this is true can the parkade be moved further to the north or made smaller so that excavation can be moved further from my property to protect my trees? 10. The Application Booklet on page 40 shows the trees on my property to be removed, I quote "Existing Trees to be removed, Refer to Arborist Report". The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows Root Protection Barriers for the properties to the west along Fleming Street. Can the City require the same treatment for my property so my trees can also be protected and not removed? 11. I don't want this development to underpin my property. Will the City ensure that this does not happen and put some kind of restrictions on the developer to ensure that their retaining walls are stable without touching my property with underpinning? 12. What kind of fencing will there be between my north property line and the development’s south property line? 13. The Application Booklet on page 13 shows the building height of 70.46 feet looking over my property which has a small 2 1/2 storey, about 30 feet tall house on it. This is too much of a difference in height. The new development is much too tall against my property's building height. Will the City require the development to be shorter? 14. What type and size of drainpipe will be put between my land and any retaining walls against my dirt walls? There is a great deal of water that drains down the hill to the east from Fleming Street. I'm very concerned that if concrete retaining walls are against my land, without proper drainage behind them, my land will become waterlogged. 15. What type of fill will be put between my land and any retaining wall on the development site? Will this fill be gravel? 16. Where will the mechanical exhaust fans be located on the site? I don't want the fans near my property. They can be noisy and smelly. They should be put near Commercial Drive. 17. The Application Booklet on page 15 shows an excessive 3,561 SF area for bicycle storage. This area should be used for parking stalls. There are bike rental stations in the area. Will the City reduce the bicycle storage area in the underground parkade? The underground parking retaining walls could be further away from my property line if the bicycle storage area is removed and replaced with the car parking stalls. on Twitter Share 7. Will the underground parking be beside my property line? If this happens then the development will have to dig down several feet to accomplish this. In digging down they will bother the stability of my land and the root systems of my trees; this is not acceptable. 8. How many parking stalls will be provided? There must be a loading area off site. Will the City require this off site loading zone? Delivery and moving trucks for the complex at 1771 East 18th currently park illegally as there is only an underground loading zone and that does not accommodate tall trucks. 9. The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows a plan that seems to show the underground parkade structure extending far further to the south than the actual outline of the building. This seems to be shown by a heavy black line. Do the walls of the parkade extend further to the south than the building? If this is true can the parkade be moved further to the north or made smaller so that excavation can be moved further from my property to protect my trees? 10. The Application Booklet on page 40 shows the trees on my property to be removed, I quote "Existing Trees to be removed, Refer to Arborist Report". The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows Root Protection Barriers for the properties to the west along Fleming Street. Can the City require the same treatment for my property so my trees can also be protected and not removed? 11. I don't want this development to underpin my property. Will the City ensure that this does not happen and put some kind of restrictions on the developer to ensure that their retaining walls are stable without touching my property with underpinning? 12. What kind of fencing will there be between my north property line and the development’s south property line? 13. The Application Booklet on page 13 shows the building height of 70.46 feet looking over my property which has a small 2 1/2 storey, about 30 feet tall house on it. This is too much of a difference in height. The new development is much too tall against my property's building height. Will the City require the development to be shorter? 14. What type and size of drainpipe will be put between my land and any retaining walls against my dirt walls? There is a great deal of water that drains down the hill to the east from Fleming Street. I'm very concerned that if concrete retaining walls are against my land, without proper drainage behind them, my land will become waterlogged. 15. What type of fill will be put between my land and any retaining wall on the development site? Will this fill be gravel? 16. Where will the mechanical exhaust fans be located on the site? I don't want the fans near my property. They can be noisy and smelly. They should be put near Commercial Drive. 17. The Application Booklet on page 15 shows an excessive 3,561 SF area for bicycle storage. This area should be used for parking stalls. There are bike rental stations in the area. Will the City reduce the bicycle storage area in the underground parkade? The underground parking retaining walls could be further away from my property line if the bicycle storage area is removed and replaced with the car parking stalls. on Linkedin Email 7. Will the underground parking be beside my property line? If this happens then the development will have to dig down several feet to accomplish this. In digging down they will bother the stability of my land and the root systems of my trees; this is not acceptable. 8. How many parking stalls will be provided? There must be a loading area off site. Will the City require this off site loading zone? Delivery and moving trucks for the complex at 1771 East 18th currently park illegally as there is only an underground loading zone and that does not accommodate tall trucks. 9. The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows a plan that seems to show the underground parkade structure extending far further to the south than the actual outline of the building. This seems to be shown by a heavy black line. Do the walls of the parkade extend further to the south than the building? If this is true can the parkade be moved further to the north or made smaller so that excavation can be moved further from my property to protect my trees? 10. The Application Booklet on page 40 shows the trees on my property to be removed, I quote "Existing Trees to be removed, Refer to Arborist Report". The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows Root Protection Barriers for the properties to the west along Fleming Street. Can the City require the same treatment for my property so my trees can also be protected and not removed? 11. I don't want this development to underpin my property. Will the City ensure that this does not happen and put some kind of restrictions on the developer to ensure that their retaining walls are stable without touching my property with underpinning? 12. What kind of fencing will there be between my north property line and the development’s south property line? 13. The Application Booklet on page 13 shows the building height of 70.46 feet looking over my property which has a small 2 1/2 storey, about 30 feet tall house on it. This is too much of a difference in height. The new development is much too tall against my property's building height. Will the City require the development to be shorter? 14. What type and size of drainpipe will be put between my land and any retaining walls against my dirt walls? There is a great deal of water that drains down the hill to the east from Fleming Street. I'm very concerned that if concrete retaining walls are against my land, without proper drainage behind them, my land will become waterlogged. 15. What type of fill will be put between my land and any retaining wall on the development site? Will this fill be gravel? 16. Where will the mechanical exhaust fans be located on the site? I don't want the fans near my property. They can be noisy and smelly. They should be put near Commercial Drive. 17. The Application Booklet on page 15 shows an excessive 3,561 SF area for bicycle storage. This area should be used for parking stalls. There are bike rental stations in the area. Will the City reduce the bicycle storage area in the underground parkade? The underground parking retaining walls could be further away from my property line if the bicycle storage area is removed and replaced with the car parking stalls. link

7. Will the underground parking be beside my property line? If this happens then the development will have to dig down several feet to accomplish this. In digging down they will bother the stability of my land and the root systems of my trees; this is not acceptable. 8. How many parking stalls will be provided? There must be a loading area off site. Will the City require this off site loading zone? Delivery and moving trucks for the complex at 1771 East 18th currently park illegally as there is only an underground loading zone and that does not accommodate tall trucks. 9. The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows a plan that seems to show the underground parkade structure extending far further to the south than the actual outline of the building. This seems to be shown by a heavy black line. Do the walls of the parkade extend further to the south than the building? If this is true can the parkade be moved further to the north or made smaller so that excavation can be moved further from my property to protect my trees? 10. The Application Booklet on page 40 shows the trees on my property to be removed, I quote "Existing Trees to be removed, Refer to Arborist Report". The Arborist Report on page 23 of 28 shows Root Protection Barriers for the properties to the west along Fleming Street. Can the City require the same treatment for my property so my trees can also be protected and not removed? 11. I don't want this development to underpin my property. Will the City ensure that this does not happen and put some kind of restrictions on the developer to ensure that their retaining walls are stable without touching my property with underpinning? 12. What kind of fencing will there be between my north property line and the development’s south property line? 13. The Application Booklet on page 13 shows the building height of 70.46 feet looking over my property which has a small 2 1/2 storey, about 30 feet tall house on it. This is too much of a difference in height. The new development is much too tall against my property's building height. Will the City require the development to be shorter? 14. What type and size of drainpipe will be put between my land and any retaining walls against my dirt walls? There is a great deal of water that drains down the hill to the east from Fleming Street. I'm very concerned that if concrete retaining walls are against my land, without proper drainage behind them, my land will become waterlogged. 15. What type of fill will be put between my land and any retaining wall on the development site? Will this fill be gravel? 16. Where will the mechanical exhaust fans be located on the site? I don't want the fans near my property. They can be noisy and smelly. They should be put near Commercial Drive. 17. The Application Booklet on page 15 shows an excessive 3,561 SF area for bicycle storage. This area should be used for parking stalls. There are bike rental stations in the area. Will the City reduce the bicycle storage area in the underground parkade? The underground parking retaining walls could be further away from my property line if the bicycle storage area is removed and replaced with the car parking stalls.

Arch asked 4 months ago

#7 Underground parking	Please see Drawing A14 P1 Plan Parking (pg. 14) of the Rezoning Booklet for parking configuration and layout respective to the site’s existing property line. Detailed design would need to accommodate tree root protection zones.
#8 Parking spaces	The project will be required to comply with the City’s Parking by-law: https://vancouver.ca/your-government/parking-bylaw.aspx
#9-10 – Trees, Arborist Report	Engineering staff and landscape planning staff are currently reviewing the proposal. Please see Drawing A14 P1 Plan Parking (pg 14) of the Rezoning Booklet for parking configuration and layout respective to the site’s existing property line. For trees on your property, as the owner you would need to sign a tree removal authorization form to grant the applicant permission to remove the trees. This would occur at the DP/BP stage.
#11 Underpinning and retaining wall stability	The applicant would be required to follow City standards for compliance
#12 Type of fencing between site south property line and resident north property line	The applicant is proposing a concrete retaining wall – see A 14 (P1 Plan Parking) (pg. 14) as well as bamboo fencing along the pool edge – see pg 40 of the rezoning booklet
#13 allowable building height	The proposal is for a 5-storey building, but a 6-storey building could be proposed here. Please see the Secured Rental Rezoning Policy here: https://guidelines.vancouver.ca/policy-rezoning-secured-rental.pdf
#14 Type/size of drainpipe	Currently under review and design analysis by City Engineering staff
#15 Fill material	Part of design detail development during the DP/BP process
#16 Mechanical vents	Part of design detail development during the DP/BP process
#17 bicycle storage area	Currently under review and as per the City’s Parking bylaw. There is a minimum number of bicycle stalls required, so the bicycle parking would not be removed.

1. How thick will any new retaining walls be between my property and this new development? 2. How will the retaining wall be built in the North/East corner of my property and this new development and the property complex at 1771 East 18th Avenue? Will the City ensure that this new development does not cause my N/E property corner to collapse? 3. Also, currently there is a 10 to 12-foot-tall retaining wall between the back of the current apartment building and the west portion of the property at 3333 Commercial Drive. Will this retaining wall be removed? I don't want this retaining wall to be removed. I want the topography of the land at 3333 Commercial Drive to remain the same. That being the west portion of the land behind the retaining wall is much higher than the east section on the land. Will the City require the applicant to maintain the current topography of this west portion of land that abuts my property? 4. How much of a drop in elevation in the new development of 3333 Commercial will happen between my north property line and their south property line, as shown in the rezoning application? On page 13 of the Application Booklet, it seems to show that the hot tub is somewhat below my property's elevation. This is shown in figure 1 Building Height SE. 5. How many feet away from my property will the hot tub and pool be? 6. I don't want a drop in elevation between my property and this new development, will the City ensure that an elevation drop will not happen? I expect that the topography between my property and this new development should remain as is currently, level.

Arch asked 4 months ago

Lane Easement (north-south)	The proposed plan includes dedication for lane purposes on the western boundary of the site.
#1-3: Retaining wall	Detailed design will be further developed at the Development Permit/Building Permit stage of the process, which occurs after rezoning. Compliance with applicable City design standards is required. https://vancouver.ca/streets-transportation/street-design-construction-resources.aspx
#4, 6: Building grades	Detailed design will be further developed at the Development Permit/Building Permit stage of the process, which occurs after rezoning. Compliance with applicable City design standards is required. https://vancouver.ca/streets-transportation/street-design-construction-resources.aspx
#5 Distance between hot tub and resident property	The south west edge of the proposed pool is approximately 4 feet away from the north east corner of the property line of 1665 East 18^th Avenue. That said, the position of the pool is schematically illustrated at this stage. Please note too that the applicant team are still reviewing the practical and financial viability of this outdoor pool feature.

Share Will you please tell me what the estimated drop in elevation will be on the south side of the proposal that abuts the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue? Below is the question asked on Shape Your City as well as their answer. Sorry but this is not a good enough answer - decided at the DP stage! Since Shape Your City can answer how much of a drop in elevation on the west side of the proposal then they should be able to answer how much of a proposed drop in elevation there will be on the south side, especially before this goes before City Council for approval. I am quite sure the rezoning department has received plans from the applicant and that someone can review these plans to answer my question on the proposed drop in elevation on the south side of the proposal that abuts the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. Again, following is the original question asked on Shape Your City: "What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet." This will also be posted on Shape Your City for all to know the answer. Thank you on Facebook Share Will you please tell me what the estimated drop in elevation will be on the south side of the proposal that abuts the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue? Below is the question asked on Shape Your City as well as their answer. Sorry but this is not a good enough answer - decided at the DP stage! Since Shape Your City can answer how much of a drop in elevation on the west side of the proposal then they should be able to answer how much of a proposed drop in elevation there will be on the south side, especially before this goes before City Council for approval. I am quite sure the rezoning department has received plans from the applicant and that someone can review these plans to answer my question on the proposed drop in elevation on the south side of the proposal that abuts the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. Again, following is the original question asked on Shape Your City: "What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet." This will also be posted on Shape Your City for all to know the answer. Thank you on Twitter Share Will you please tell me what the estimated drop in elevation will be on the south side of the proposal that abuts the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue? Below is the question asked on Shape Your City as well as their answer. Sorry but this is not a good enough answer - decided at the DP stage! Since Shape Your City can answer how much of a drop in elevation on the west side of the proposal then they should be able to answer how much of a proposed drop in elevation there will be on the south side, especially before this goes before City Council for approval. I am quite sure the rezoning department has received plans from the applicant and that someone can review these plans to answer my question on the proposed drop in elevation on the south side of the proposal that abuts the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. Again, following is the original question asked on Shape Your City: "What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet." This will also be posted on Shape Your City for all to know the answer. Thank you on Linkedin Email Will you please tell me what the estimated drop in elevation will be on the south side of the proposal that abuts the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue? Below is the question asked on Shape Your City as well as their answer. Sorry but this is not a good enough answer - decided at the DP stage! Since Shape Your City can answer how much of a drop in elevation on the west side of the proposal then they should be able to answer how much of a proposed drop in elevation there will be on the south side, especially before this goes before City Council for approval. I am quite sure the rezoning department has received plans from the applicant and that someone can review these plans to answer my question on the proposed drop in elevation on the south side of the proposal that abuts the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. Again, following is the original question asked on Shape Your City: "What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet." This will also be posted on Shape Your City for all to know the answer. Thank you link

Will you please tell me what the estimated drop in elevation will be on the south side of the proposal that abuts the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue? Below is the question asked on Shape Your City as well as their answer. Sorry but this is not a good enough answer - decided at the DP stage! Since Shape Your City can answer how much of a drop in elevation on the west side of the proposal then they should be able to answer how much of a proposed drop in elevation there will be on the south side, especially before this goes before City Council for approval. I am quite sure the rezoning department has received plans from the applicant and that someone can review these plans to answer my question on the proposed drop in elevation on the south side of the proposal that abuts the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. Again, following is the original question asked on Shape Your City: "What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet." This will also be posted on Shape Your City for all to know the answer. Thank you

Arch asked 4 months ago

The applicant has provided the following response: We apologize that we were not more clear on this response before, but it must be remembered that at rezoning stage the grading and landscaping has not yet been fully figured out yet. These details are usually resolved at the Development Permit stage. Based on the current schematic design, there are 3 levels of terraced landscape areas that border the shared property line to the south. The differences in elevation are estimated to be 3 feet, 5 feet, and 7 feet. That said, the pool concept is being reconsidered at this time as it adds significant cost and maintenance considerations, and if this is removed, there is substantially more flexibility in the handling of the grade in this area.
Share The grade differential and approximate 10-20 foot drops in grade in the western part of the site appear to be really out of line with the current grades that are in line with neighbouring properties. There are clear design solutions that could be used to remedy this issue. Will planning staff make conditions to reduce or remove the proposed grade differences? on Facebook Share The grade differential and approximate 10-20 foot drops in grade in the western part of the site appear to be really out of line with the current grades that are in line with neighbouring properties. There are clear design solutions that could be used to remedy this issue. Will planning staff make conditions to reduce or remove the proposed grade differences? on Twitter Share The grade differential and approximate 10-20 foot drops in grade in the western part of the site appear to be really out of line with the current grades that are in line with neighbouring properties. There are clear design solutions that could be used to remedy this issue. Will planning staff make conditions to reduce or remove the proposed grade differences? on Linkedin Email The grade differential and approximate 10-20 foot drops in grade in the western part of the site appear to be really out of line with the current grades that are in line with neighbouring properties. There are clear design solutions that could be used to remedy this issue. Will planning staff make conditions to reduce or remove the proposed grade differences? link

The grade differential and approximate 10-20 foot drops in grade in the western part of the site appear to be really out of line with the current grades that are in line with neighbouring properties. There are clear design solutions that could be used to remedy this issue. Will planning staff make conditions to reduce or remove the proposed grade differences?

MarxistAlternative asked 4 months ago

City staff are currently reviewing the application. Once reviews are completed, they will be able to make their recommendations for the site grading.
Share I have 2 questions: How many feet tall will EACH terraced retaining wall be on the south side of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? This section of the site is currently about 20 feet above the eastern section of 3333 Commercial Dr (this western section sits high behind a retaining wall that runs from north to south on 3333 Commercial Drive). This western section of the proposal is currently level with the adjoining property to the south in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet. on Facebook Share I have 2 questions: How many feet tall will EACH terraced retaining wall be on the south side of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? This section of the site is currently about 20 feet above the eastern section of 3333 Commercial Dr (this western section sits high behind a retaining wall that runs from north to south on 3333 Commercial Drive). This western section of the proposal is currently level with the adjoining property to the south in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet. on Twitter Share I have 2 questions: How many feet tall will EACH terraced retaining wall be on the south side of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? This section of the site is currently about 20 feet above the eastern section of 3333 Commercial Dr (this western section sits high behind a retaining wall that runs from north to south on 3333 Commercial Drive). This western section of the proposal is currently level with the adjoining property to the south in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet. on Linkedin Email I have 2 questions: How many feet tall will EACH terraced retaining wall be on the south side of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? This section of the site is currently about 20 feet above the eastern section of 3333 Commercial Dr (this western section sits high behind a retaining wall that runs from north to south on 3333 Commercial Drive). This western section of the proposal is currently level with the adjoining property to the south in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet. link

I have 2 questions: How many feet tall will EACH terraced retaining wall be on the south side of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? This section of the site is currently about 20 feet above the eastern section of 3333 Commercial Dr (this western section sits high behind a retaining wall that runs from north to south on 3333 Commercial Drive). This western section of the proposal is currently level with the adjoining property to the south in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. What will be the APPROXIMATE TOTAL DROP IN ELEVATION along the SOUTH 60 feet of the site in the SOUTH-western section of 3333 Commercial Drive? That being 60 feet from the western property line of 3333 Commercial Dr going east along the SOUTH property line for 60 feet.

Arch asked 4 months ago

At the rezoning stage the detailed grading, retaining wall, and landscape design has not yet been done and it is not possible to accurately respond to these detailed questions. Detailed design will occur at the Development Permit stage, which occurs after rezoning approval. Residents will be able to engage during the DP stage by sending staff comments to help inform the final design.
Share I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted? on Facebook Share I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted? on Twitter Share I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted? on Linkedin Email I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted? link

I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted?

Cyang asked 4 months ago

Assuming the Rezoning Proposal and subsequent Development and Building Permits are approved, the applicant expects to be able to begin construction in late 2026/early 2027. Homes in the building should be ready for occupancy early 2028, and the applicant will be accepting rental applications around that time.
Share 1. I see that this development proposes a generous proportion of studio suites. Smaller unit sizes are a great way to boost affordability, and I also see that there are some really nice amenities being planned, which will enhance the livability of these homes. Can the developer share information about rental rates for the studios? on Facebook Share 1. I see that this development proposes a generous proportion of studio suites. Smaller unit sizes are a great way to boost affordability, and I also see that there are some really nice amenities being planned, which will enhance the livability of these homes. Can the developer share information about rental rates for the studios? on Twitter Share 1. I see that this development proposes a generous proportion of studio suites. Smaller unit sizes are a great way to boost affordability, and I also see that there are some really nice amenities being planned, which will enhance the livability of these homes. Can the developer share information about rental rates for the studios? on Linkedin Email 1. I see that this development proposes a generous proportion of studio suites. Smaller unit sizes are a great way to boost affordability, and I also see that there are some really nice amenities being planned, which will enhance the livability of these homes. Can the developer share information about rental rates for the studios? link

1. I see that this development proposes a generous proportion of studio suites. Smaller unit sizes are a great way to boost affordability, and I also see that there are some really nice amenities being planned, which will enhance the livability of these homes. Can the developer share information about rental rates for the studios?

Adrienne asked 4 months ago

Market rental rates are determined at the time of occupancy. The average market rent* for buildings completed in 2014 or later on the Eastside of Vancouver is as follows:
Studio: $1,776
1-bed: $2,116
2-bed: $2,839
3-bed: $3,245
* This data is from the October 2023 CMHC Rental Market Survey
Share Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that? on Facebook Share Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that? on Twitter Share Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that? on Linkedin Email Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that? link

Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that?

Arch asked 4 months ago

At the development permit stage, the site sign is updated and neighbouring residents will be contacted with a postcard. Residents will be able to provide comments on the project by emailing or phoning city staff. There will be a webpage dedicated to the project on the Shape Your City website for residents to see project updates and to write in their comments.
Share Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. on Facebook Share Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. on Twitter Share Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. on Linkedin Email Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue. link

Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue.

Arch asked 4 months ago

The proposed retaining wall along the new west property line (after lane dedication) is set back approximately 8 feet from the property line, and the height of it varies from between 5 feet and 10 feet, depending on the final configuration of the landscape design elements. Similarly, along the south property line, terraced retaining walls are proposed in order to minimize large drops or transitions along property lines. Existing fences are proposed to be replaced in the future with permanent fencing (typically approximately 8 to 10 feet high, either wood or metal, this has not yet been determined).
Share Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets. on Facebook Share Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets. on Twitter Share Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets. on Linkedin Email Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets. link

Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets.

denis asked 4 months ago

The proposed retaining wall along the new west property line (after lane dedication) is set back approximately 8 feet from the property line, and the height of it varies from between 5 feet and 10 feet, depending on the final configuration of the landscape design elements.

Page last updated: 17 Dec 2024, 11:06 AM

3295-3333 Commercial Dr rezoning application

I am interested in renting a home in this building. When will this development be ready for occupancy and are rental applications currently being accepted?

Do the neighbors or the public have any say at the Development Permit stage of this proposal? If they do, what is the procedure to do that?

Since it appears the plan is to turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the south/west of the site as it abuts the grade of the property in the 1600 block of East 18th Avenue.

Since it appears the plan is turn this into a level site I would like to know how high a cliff there will be at the rear (west) of the site as it abuts the grade of the properties on Fleming streets.

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