Oliver Exchange | ?m | 2s | Beljan Development | Hodgson Schilf Evans

[Daveography]

Reference ID: Job No 243982742-053
Description: To construct exterior alterations (new deck) to an existing mixed Commercial Use building (Oliver Exchange).
Location: 12021 - 102 AVENUE NW
Plan 4423AJ Blk 20 Lots 16-17
Applicant: HODGSON SCHILF EVANS ARCHITECTS INC.
Status: Intake Review
Create Date: 5/23/2019 3:01:42 PM
Neighbourhood: OLIVER

 

[Daveography]

Looks like EPCOR has decommissioned and sold the substation next to the Exchange, and it looks like Beljan has scooped it up as it tentatively goes to EDC on Jan. 19. Can't wait to see what they do with it!

E. UPCOMING APPLICATIONS, CONFLICTS AND REGRETS (January 5 19, 2021)
Substation 200 DC1 Formal / RZ Chris Dulaba - Beljan

https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/documents/PDF/EdmontonDesignCommittee_Agenda_Jan05_2021.pdf

 

[IanO]

Indeed.

Sounds as though they have some complimentary plans.

 

[cmd uw]

Yes, we'll share more on this one in due time.

 

[archited]

OMG -- with what exists/is-getting-built in the general area this project has the potential to be the core of a second "downtown". This is an "ideal" location and it is such good news that Beljan has their hands on it. This could be the star development that Oliver needs.

 

[northlands]

Count in me as excited to see what they have in store for that!!

 

[Pro.N]

wow exciting!

On another note, Beljan is quite possible one of the most complete developers in the City. I used to deliver to Oliver Exchange in a 5-tonne (baking supplies). Wide loading area, textured ramp, wide doors, smooth flooring. I know I know, it's just a ramp and door and a floor, but it's a delivery persons dream lol. Urban format loading area done right! I am not quite sure why other developers do not put as much thought into these details, but Beljan clearly seems to care about the businesses in their buildings AND the businesses supporting them.

 

[cmd uw]

^Because without the businesses (our tenants) the building would be just that, a building. It's the tenants that give it life, its true identity. So that's why we try to envision who will occupy the space and make reasonable efforts to incorporate design details that will assist them. Sometimes it's deliberate and sometimes it's by fluke.

 

[IanO]

Indeed Chris.

I am amazed at how poorly some of the new towers, buildings contemplate/execute loading areas, refuse areas and move-in/out requirements.

 

[Daveography]

Not sure if I should move this to it's own thread, maybe if @cmd uw could give a hint to the scale of the project ahead of time...

FORMAL PRESENTATIONS (Open to the Public)
C.3. 18:20 Substation 200 DC1 (Rezoning)
Chris Dulaba - Beljan

https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/documents/PDF/EdmontonDesignCommittee_Jan19_Agenda.pdf

 

[archited]

All those in favor of "own thread" raise your hands...

 

[ChazYEG]

 

[cmd uw]

Well, I guess you could call this 'Phase 2' of the project since we are rezoning Oliver Exchange with this. I'll post pics once we get past EDC this coming Tuesday....stay tuned.

 

[Daveography]

@cmd uw Thanks, I'll keep it as part of this thread, then. Can't wait to learn more!

 

[Daveography]

D.3 Substation 200 DC1 (Rezoning)
Chris Dulaba - Beljan

Motion of support
While the Committee supports the project, the Committee recommends the
Applicant work with administration to address the discrepancies between the
development regulations, site plan appendices, and development approach
represented in the presentation perspectives.

CARRIED

https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/documents/PDF/EdmontonDesignCommittee_Minutes_Jan19_2021.pdf