(03-04-2024, 10:23 PM)CP42 Wrote: New subdivision development proposed by Activa in Waterloo next to Rim Park/Carriage Crossing:

“The developer, Activa, is proposing to build a mixed-use development that would consist of new residential and commercial buildings with recreation and conservation lands at 400 Millennium Boulevard. The plan of subdivision consists of single detached buildings, townhouse buildings, mixed-use medium density residential buildings, commercial buildings, a public park and stormwater management pond.”

https://www.engagewr.ca/400-millennium-blvd?fbclid=IwAR0E2LYJurOJnendmIj7hSKeOhckeltGRixT3dXUf4wKHc49CDpxVRsV16w_aem_AXJo3dbmFZZ9DjhZ0TM6shjBKnfKrtlOCitjzx1yUuwuPf0yCwGKQChqHgcljdJ2rsE

(03-05-2024, 11:06 AM)westwardloo Wrote:

(03-04-2024, 10:23 PM)CP42 Wrote: New subdivision development proposed by Activa in Waterloo next to Rim Park/Carriage Crossing:

“The developer, Activa, is proposing to build a mixed-use development that would consist of new residential and commercial buildings with recreation and conservation lands at 400 Millennium Boulevard. The plan of subdivision consists of single detached buildings, townhouse buildings, mixed-use medium density residential buildings, commercial buildings, a public park and stormwater management pond.”

https://www.engagewr.ca/400-millennium-blvd?fbclid=IwAR0E2LYJurOJnendmIj7hSKeOhckeltGRixT3dXUf4wKHc49CDpxVRsV16w_aem_AXJo3dbmFZZ9DjhZ0TM6shjBKnfKrtlOCitjzx1yUuwuPf0yCwGKQChqHgcljdJ2rsE

Another poorly planned subdivision on the edge of town. Not sure why the city is so adamant that no access from Country squire Rd for this subdivision. There are 2 houses on that road. There should be consideration for future the inevitable future subdivision to the east. Why are private road townhouse developments so popular in our region?

(03-13-2024, 04:12 PM)bravado Wrote: https://www.cambridgetoday.ca/local-news/habitat-gets-all-clear-for-shantz-hill-towns-as-land-tribunal-dismisses-appeal-8433724

I am pleased to announce that another frivolous NIMBY appeal against the truly awful and evil organization known as “Habitat for Humanity” has failed at the OLT.

I really hope that the current losing streak means that any Cambridge project that gets to the OLT is immediately approved and allowed to build. It’s been a long losing streak for the council and angry neighbour demographic lately.

(03-13-2024, 09:46 PM)ijmorlan Wrote:

(03-13-2024, 04:12 PM)bravado Wrote: https://www.cambridgetoday.ca/local-news/habitat-gets-all-clear-for-shantz-hill-towns-as-land-tribunal-dismisses-appeal-8433724

I am pleased to announce that another frivolous NIMBY appeal against the truly awful and evil organization known as “Habitat for Humanity” has failed at the OLT.

I really hope that the current losing streak means that any Cambridge project that gets to the OLT is immediately approved and allowed to build. It’s been a long losing streak for the council and angry neighbour demographic lately.

Maybe Council is getting the point already. The article says the OLT sided with Council in allowing this project. Anyway, good news for people trying to supply badly needed housing in this area.

(03-21-2024, 12:54 PM)KevinL Wrote: Funded entirely by grants and development fees - excellent.

(03-21-2024, 02:49 PM)westwardloo Wrote:

(03-21-2024, 12:54 PM)KevinL Wrote: Funded entirely by grants and development fees - excellent.

Agreed this is awesome to see. I think it will be a well used facility. I do question which part of the city the development fees have come from? I know there are large swaths of suburban development being built in South Kitchener and the city needs to provide services to these residents, but it does seem like the only place new community/ recreation centres are talked about are in the the suburbs. With the 1000's of new units being built in the Downtown core, the city really should be looking at providing services to these residents as well. Potentially start the early planning for an updated or new facility within walking distance to the core. possibly Bramn st yard?

(03-22-2024, 09:30 AM)SF22 Wrote:

(03-21-2024, 02:49 PM)westwardloo Wrote: Agreed this is awesome to see. I think it will be a well used facility. I do question which part of the city the development fees have come from? I know there are large swaths of suburban development being built in South Kitchener and the city needs to provide services to these residents, but it does seem like the only place new community/ recreation centres are talked about are in the the suburbs. With the 1000's of new units being built in the Downtown core, the city really should be looking at providing services to these residents as well. Potentially start the early planning for an updated or new facility within walking distance to the core. possibly Bramn st yard?

We could expand the existing Downtown Community Centre with more facilities, if we ripped out its existing surface parking at Ontario/Duke. The Duke St parking garage is literally across the street, or they could build an underground lot like the one under City Hall, if really deemed necessary. A rough estimate on Google Maps says there's about 3300 square metres of surface lot; you could do something decent with that, and create a street-front entrance to Duke that catches your attention. Right now, the DCC feels so hidden and is weirdly unsigned, for a community space.

(03-22-2024, 09:30 AM)SF22 Wrote:

(03-21-2024, 02:49 PM)westwardloo Wrote: Agreed this is awesome to see. I think it will be a well used facility. I do question which part of the city the development fees have come from? I know there are large swaths of suburban development being built in South Kitchener and the city needs to provide services to these residents, but it does seem like the only place new community/ recreation centres are talked about are in the the suburbs. With the 1000's of new units being built in the Downtown core, the city really should be looking at providing services to these residents as well. Potentially start the early planning for an updated or new facility within walking distance to the core. possibly Bramn st yard?

We could expand the existing Downtown Community Centre with more facilities, if we ripped out its existing surface parking at Ontario/Duke. The Duke St parking garage is literally across the street, or they could build an underground lot like the one under City Hall, if really deemed necessary. A rough estimate on Google Maps says there's about 3300 square metres of surface lot; you could do something decent with that, and create a street-front entrance to Duke that catches your attention. Right now, the DCC feels so hidden and is weirdly unsigned, for a community space.

(03-22-2024, 01:46 PM)westwardloo Wrote:

(03-22-2024, 09:30 AM)SF22 Wrote: We could expand the existing Downtown Community Centre with more facilities, if we ripped out its existing surface parking at Ontario/Duke. The Duke St parking garage is literally across the street, or they could build an underground lot like the one under City Hall, if really deemed necessary. A rough estimate on Google Maps says there's about 3300 square metres of surface lot; you could do something decent with that, and create a street-front entrance to Duke that catches your attention. Right now, the DCC feels so hidden and is weirdly unsigned, for a community space.

I do agree that the City could transform the site into something with a little more street presents. Correct me if I am wrong, but the current DCC was part of St. Mary's Highschool at one point?  Does the city even own the site or do they lease it from the church?