Strathearn Heights Redevelopment | 81m | ?s | Nearctic Group | GEC

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C.2. Strathearn Heights (Rezoning / Formal)
Adrian Benoit - GEC Architecture

Motion of support with conditions
● The DC2 provision should include more specificity regarding the proposed
heights of buildings, including podium, mid-rise and high-rise/tower forms.
● Consider reducing the proposed 850m2 floor plate for the north tower, and
reconfiguring the west tower as a high-rise form.
● Further exploring and refining the tower top, tower massing, materiality and
articulation to reinforce a base / tower / top configuration, contribute to a
distinctive skyline profile, and reduce the visual mass of the buildings.
● The use of the townhouse is an appropriate typology for the mews context and
should be extended further along the linear greenspace to better define this
corridor.
● Urban design refinements are required to better define and support aspects of
urban village and transit plaza, mews and supporting urban realm development
(including short-term surface / convenience parking) – both private and public.
These refinements should consider and include urban design components that
define and nurture neighbourhood identity, support the neighbourhood and
local economy, foster frequent and meaningful contact, create an accessible and
sustainable urban realm; and promote a sense of comfort and inclusivity.
● Stronger commitment to public art is needed throughout the development, in an
integrated and thoughtful manner.

CARRIED
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Baronmine said:
Does anyone have any new info on this project? Been considering moving into Strathearn Heights from El Mirador, But obviously won't do that if this project is still going forward.
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According to Nearctic's website, they plan to break ground in 2021. https://www.nearctic.com/property/strathearn-heights-apartments/

@Avenuer may have some insight into the permit timing and whether anything has formally been submitted. Sounds like they may be waiting for LRT construction to mostly be complete similar to Bonnie Doon redevelopment I presume.
 
westcoastjos said:
According to Nearctic's website, they plan to break ground in 2021. https://www.nearctic.com/property/strathearn-heights-apartments/

@Avenuer may have some insight into the permit timing and whether anything has formally been submitted. Sounds like they may be waiting for LRT construction to mostly be complete similar to Bonnie Doon redevelopment I presume.
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Nothing new on this one yet. I do suspect they are waiting until the LRT is operational before submitting anything for construction.
 

https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/neighbourhoods/strathearn-heights-rezoning.aspx ​

"Strathearn Heights Rezoning​

A planning application has been received to rezone the properties located near the northwest corner of 95 Avenue NW and 87 Street NW. This proposal includes: 9518 and 9560 87 Street NW, 8720, 8722 and 8724 95 Avenue NW, 8728U 97 Avenue NW, and 8712U 96 Avenue NW as shown in the proposed rezoning map below.

This area is the site of the Strathearn Heights Apartments complex.

Associated applications to close portions of public roads (lanes) and updates to the Southeast Area Plan are also proposed to facilitate the rezoning.

Share Your Feedback​

Edmontonians are invited to share their feedback on this proposed rezoning. To help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and help keep Edmontonians and City staff safe, feedback is being accepted through the City’s online virtual engagement tool from June 7-25, 2021, in lieu of an in-person engagement session.
Input from Edmontonians will be used to inform conversations with the applicant about potential revisions to the proposal to address concerns or opportunities raised. Feedback will also be summarized in the report to City Council when the proposed rezoning goes to a future City Council Public Hearing for a decision."
 
RZ going to Council on Sept. 8. Summary of changes here:

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Sheesh. It'd be nice if people lived with more optimism and gratefulness. So much of public feedback is just negativity and complaining. Not even thoughtful critique. I hope the city can keep pushing forward with TOD near stations. We can't let people next to stations blocks some of the best locations for density. It'll hurt the whole city long term.
 
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