CD-1-776 Text Amendment – 118-150 Robson Street (now 828 Cambie Street) – AMACON Development — Public Hearing, February 10, 2026

Motion 2 Carried

Summary

AMACON applied to increase the permitted floor space ratio and building height of an already-approved 30-storey mixed-use tower at 828 Cambie Street, to add hotel floor area in the podium and allow slightly taller floor-to-floor heights.
The increase adds approximately 1,620 square metres of hotel space and raises the tower height by about 2.5 metres; the number of hotel rooms is expected to increase by roughly 25 (from 138), to be confirmed at the development permit stage.
One phone-in speaker opposed the amendment, citing concerns about increased traffic congestion on Robson Street and impacts on neighbouring residents already dealing with ongoing construction.
A second walk-in speaker raised broader concerns about cumulative density in the area and the number of absent councillors, but was reminded to focus comments on the application.
Staff confirmed the height and density remain consistent with the Downtown rezoning policy and that view and shadow studies showed no conflicts with city policy.
Council approved the amendment; Councillor Meiszner noted the site's proximity to BC Place makes it a strong location for hotel rooms, and highlighted the restoration of the heritage Northern Electric building as a further positive.