8 Sep 2025 Council meeting Housing

Covenant Amendment Application No. CA22 and Development Permit Application No. DP1329 - 355 Nicol Street (Part 2)

Motion
That Council issue Development Permit No. DP1329 for a supportive housing development at 355 Nicol Street with variances as outlined in the “Proposed Variances” section of the Staff Report titled "Covenant Amendment Application No. CA22 and Development Permit Application No. DP1329 - 355 Nicol Street", dated 2025-SEP-08.
Sources
Agenda itemCity agenda
Staff reportPage 2
Purpose
To present for Council’s consideration a concurrent covenant amendment and development permit to facilitate a supportive housing development at 355 Nicol Street.
Staff report, page 2
Staff recommendation
Covenant Amendment  That Council direct Staff to discharge Section 219 covenant CB986844 from the property title of 355 Nicol Street. Development Permit  That Council issue Development Permit No. DP1329 for a supportive housing development at 355 Nicol Street with variances as outlined in the “Proposed Variances” section of the Staff Report dated 2025-SEP-08.
Staff report, page 2
DocumentsStaff report about Housing, Land Use & Urban Form

Erin Hemmens Yes

Councilor hemmons. Thank you, worship. I'm really pleased to support this project. And I just want to make a note that when people ask how the city supports affordable housing, this is one of the ways that we're offering city land for affordable housing to be built on. I was really glad to see the 35 unit cap. That's something that we've been working with PC housing on for some time and it's nice to see it evolving in projects. I'm really glad to see the nation here tonight and glad to note the engagement throughout. The process that's really rewarding for me. Like councilor Esmere said, I love the landscape plan. And just for those who haven't read the report, the amenity space will be developed as a sacred garden and amenity features including natural play elements, gathering spaces with seating, et cetera, et cetera. So, really glad. To see that. Thank you very much.