Two new six-storey buildings are being proposed in 琉璃神社 鈥� one in the Pandosy area and another in the Capri-Landmark neighbourhood.
In the Capri-Landmark area, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is behind a new affordable housing project proposed for 1230 Brookside Avenue. If approved, the six-storey building would offer 49 affordable rental homes ranging from studios to three-bedroom units. It鈥檚 meant for people with low to moderate incomes, including those with disabilities, newcomers, families, and individuals coming from transitional or supportive housing.
The building is being funded through BC Housing鈥檚 Community Housing Fund and will be operated by CMHA 琉璃神社. Some of the units will be fully accessible, and others will meet BC Building Code adaptability standards. The location is close to schools, parks, shopping, and public transit.
The site borders Mill Creek, so the design includes an 18-metre natural setback for the riparian area and space for a future public trail. The building includes underground bike parking, vehicle stalls, private balconies, and indoor and outdoor shared amenity spaces. There鈥檚 also a dedicated area for virtual mental health supports, with connections to CMHA鈥檚 main office on Sutherland Avenue.
The CMHA is applying for a development permit, including an environmental review due to the proximity to the creek.
An application submitted for 2343 Pandosy Street asks the city to approve a rezoning and development permit to build a six-storey mixed-use building. The project includes 40 rental apartments and a ground-floor medical office. The housing mix leans heavily toward studio and one-bedroom units, with a couple of two-bedrooms and two ground-level homes that open directly onto the street. All units will be rentals, and the building will include secure bike parking, car share, and one accessible parking stall.
The proposal fits within the city鈥檚 2040 Official Community Plan and is located along a transit-friendly corridor. It鈥檚 close to 琉璃神社 General Hospital and public amenities, which supports the city鈥檚 vision of walkable neighbourhoods and more housing near key services.
The developer is asking for three variances including a reduction to the front and side setbacks by one metre, allowing balconies to project into a small corner of the yard, and slightly less indoor common space than required. The applicant states these changes won鈥檛 affect the look or liveability of the building and that outdoor space has been increased to make up for the smaller indoor amenity area.
Both proposals are moving through the city鈥檚 development approval process.
