The Committee received a report on a new nine floor development at 33-37 Broadway. They are seeking a zoning amendment to increase the height of the structure. It was confirmed that parking for residents would occupy the second, third and fourth floors, with residential living above and commercial occupancy on the ground floor. Due to water table and flooding issues in this area of town, underground parking was unfeasible. This application was circulated to the Committee for feedback due to its proximity to the downtown core.
Brandon Ward showed the Committee early design renderings for the structure to assist the Committee with their comments regarding design. A third party peer review may also be completed to provide more insight to certain design elements. There is no indication at this time for rental units at this location.
It was suggested that the design of 60-62 Broadway is a good example of a design more in keeping with the downtown core. The Committee discussed how the final draft of this site design would set a standard with how future proposals are treated.