Approval of Item 4 (CD-1 Rezoning, 2219-2285 Cambie Street) including yellow memo dated March 3, 2026 — Public Hearing, March 5, 2026
← Public Hearing March 5, 2026
Summary
- Motion to approve the CD-1 rezoning at 2219–2285 Cambie Street for a 32-storey, 230-unit mixed-use rental tower, including a yellow memo dated March 3, 2026 that amended the housing condition under the Rental Development Relief Program (below-market units set at CMHC citywide average rents rather than a deeper discount, provided a Stage 1 building permit is obtained within 24 months).
- Supporters cited the site's proximity to two rapid transit lines (Canada Line Olympic Village station and the future Broadway–City Hall station), $4.2M in public contributions, 47 below-market units, and the Broadway Plan's intent for high-density mixed use in this corridor.
- Concerns raised by speakers included: removal of view cone protections that were promised in the original Broadway Plan; the building's scale and character impact on the Cambie Village retail area; shadows and privacy impacts on the adjacent building to the north; laneway and traffic congestion; inadequate parking; school capacity; and late posting of the yellow memo (staff confirmed it was posted publicly on March 3).
- Mayor Sim highlighted the area's successful urbanism, proximity to rapid transit, and anticipated growth following the 2027 Broadway line opening as reasons for support.
- Carried unanimously (all members present in support).