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8366-8380 Beatrice St rezoning application

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This application was approved by Council at Public Hearing on February 25, 2025.


The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone the subject site from R1-1 (Residential Inclusive) District to RR-2A (Residential Rental) District. The proposal includes:

  • 4-storey residential rental building;
  • A partial storey for rooftop amenity space (optional); and
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) up to 1.75.

The application is being considered under the Secured Rental Policy (Section 2.4 Rezonings in Low-Density Transition Areas).

If approved, this site's zoning will change to RR-2A. Any development on the site would have to conform to these zoning regulations and design guidelines. This approach differs from a site-specific Comprehensive Development (CD) District rezoning. It allows for a simplified rezoning process and provides greater clarity and consistency on the types of new secured rental buildings that may be built in eligible low-density areas.

The specific form of development (building design) will be reviewed through a future Development Permit process. Application drawings will be available for viewing and comment at that time.

Rezoning Policy Background

On December 14, 2021, Council approved amendments to the Secured Rental Policy (SRP) to allow simplified rezonings in low-density areas near shopping, public transportation and other amenities. This policy is intended to help:

  • Increase housing choice for renter households
  • Streamline processes and clarifying policy requirements
  • Diversify rental housing options
  • Respond to the City’s Climate Emergency
  • Help enhance local shopping areas
  • Improving livability of rental housing

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This application was approved by Council at Public Hearing on February 25, 2025.


The City of Vancouver has received an application to rezone the subject site from R1-1 (Residential Inclusive) District to RR-2A (Residential Rental) District. The proposal includes:

  • 4-storey residential rental building;
  • A partial storey for rooftop amenity space (optional); and
  • A floor space ratio (FSR) up to 1.75.

The application is being considered under the Secured Rental Policy (Section 2.4 Rezonings in Low-Density Transition Areas).

If approved, this site's zoning will change to RR-2A. Any development on the site would have to conform to these zoning regulations and design guidelines. This approach differs from a site-specific Comprehensive Development (CD) District rezoning. It allows for a simplified rezoning process and provides greater clarity and consistency on the types of new secured rental buildings that may be built in eligible low-density areas.

The specific form of development (building design) will be reviewed through a future Development Permit process. Application drawings will be available for viewing and comment at that time.

Rezoning Policy Background

On December 14, 2021, Council approved amendments to the Secured Rental Policy (SRP) to allow simplified rezonings in low-density areas near shopping, public transportation and other amenities. This policy is intended to help:

  • Increase housing choice for renter households
  • Streamline processes and clarifying policy requirements
  • Diversify rental housing options
  • Respond to the City’s Climate Emergency
  • Help enhance local shopping areas
  • Improving livability of rental housing

Learn more about:

Consultation has concluded

The opportunity to ask questions through the Q&A is available from July 3 to July 16, 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 this proposal will significantly increase the population density of this area. Has the city/developer considered the following: - review the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project. - can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands - traffic, with the increased traffic, the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building - parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking). - will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand? (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.) - Surround Roads & Laneway are in terrible shapes with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. how will the city/developer address this issue? - during the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties? - security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area on Facebook Share this proposal will significantly increase the population density of this area. Has the city/developer considered the following: - review the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project. - can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands - traffic, with the increased traffic, the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building - parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking). - will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand? (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.) - Surround Roads & Laneway are in terrible shapes with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. how will the city/developer address this issue? - during the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties? - security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area on Twitter Share this proposal will significantly increase the population density of this area. Has the city/developer considered the following: - review the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project. - can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands - traffic, with the increased traffic, the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building - parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking). - will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand? (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.) - Surround Roads & Laneway are in terrible shapes with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. how will the city/developer address this issue? - during the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties? - security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area on Linkedin Email this proposal will significantly increase the population density of this area. Has the city/developer considered the following: - review the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project. - can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands - traffic, with the increased traffic, the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building - parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking). - will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand? (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.) - Surround Roads & Laneway are in terrible shapes with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. how will the city/developer address this issue? - during the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties? - security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area link

    this proposal will significantly increase the population density of this area. Has the city/developer considered the following: - review the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project. - can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands - traffic, with the increased traffic, the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building - parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking). - will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand? (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.) - Surround Roads & Laneway are in terrible shapes with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. how will the city/developer address this issue? - during the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties? - security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area

    Calvin L. asked 10 months ago

    Has the city/developer reviewed the social and quality-of-life impact stemming from this development project.
    The Secured Rental Policy that this application is considered under was adopted by City Council in 2012. In the work of developing the policy, aspects such as quality-of-life and social aspects were considered, balanced with the need of providing much needed housing.  

    Can the current city infrastructures (electrical, water, & sewage) support the increase demands?
    As part of the rezoning process, city staff review to ensure the infrastructure is adequate to handle the added population density. If infrastructure upgrades are needed, the cost of the upgrades are included in the rezoning approval as a condition to the applicant. 

    With the increased traffic, will the narrow streets of Beatrice St., Vicotria Dr., and Island Ave. be able to support a new 4-storey residential building?
    The Engineering department reviews the application to ensure adequate infrastructure and can add conditions of approval for infrastructure upgrades as required. 

    Parking is extremely limited in the surrounding area, how will the developer address this issue with the current building design? (i.e underground parking).
    Parking, loading, and bicycle spaces must be provided and maintained according to the provisions of the Vancouver Parking By-law and will be reviewed at the time of development permit application when proposal drawings are submitted.

    Will the city revise parking by-laws to accommodate the increase in demand (i.e allow the vehicle to part diagonally instead of parallel park ...etc.)?
    On-street parking requests may be submitted on Vancouver 3-1-1 and staff will review on a case-by-case basis.

    Surrounding Roads & Laneway are in terrible shape with potholes ranging from 1" to 6" below grade. With an increase in traffic based on this development, it will further damage the roads. How will the city/developer address this issue?
    The developer will upgrade sidewalks and laneways immediately adjacent to the proposed development as part of the development project.

    During the construction phase, will equipment storage and material transporting prevent surrounding residents from accessing their properties?
    Pre-construction, the site is required to meet with and coordinate construction and street use with our Engineering team. Appropriate permits are required to secure street space and any closures must be permitted in advance with proper traffic management plans approved. Closures of the lane are likely to be prohibited and if permitted, neighbourhood notification would be required in advance. Residents are encouraged to file complaints of prohibited activity or street use with Vancouver 3-1-1 for staff to investigate.

    Has the city/developer considered security risk and exposure to the current residents in the area?
    If approved, Engineering and Building staff will review detailed building plans to confirm that the proposal complies with regulations and guidelines relating to the construction phase. That review will determine if additional monitoring is needed. Additionally, construction impacts on City streets, including through private development, are tracked on the City of Vancouver's website. The City also has a Noise Compliance By-law which regulates construction-related noise for private development (Weekdays 7.30am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, not permitted on Sundays/holidays).