10-28-2020, 08:42 PM
(10-28-2020, 08:32 PM)danbrotherston Wrote: Yes, I understand that is the mechanism, but why aren't we doing that. We just redid all the zoning and AFAIK didn't include anything for this. I feel like that was a missed opportunity...but there is no reason not to fix it now.
The only risk with this is that we limit the housing by increasing the restrictions (requiring affordable housing would be a restriction). That being said the simple solution is to eliminate other restrictions, parking, maximum density, etc. But that would be CRAZY I know.
As for converting, I suppose that's not unreasonable, but it would require a fair bit of modification.
The latest zoning is still under appeal. Getting them to change the zoning rules (other restrictions should also be eased, to allow easier granny flats and duplexing etc) would be good but will, I expect, require a concerted and long-term effort.
Once you strip out the hotel fixtures you are pretty much left with an empty apartment shell. Assuming you keep the bathroom as is, you need to add a kitchen(ette), rework electricals, do flooring, paint and ceiling. A double unit could be made, window configuration permitting, into a 2BR apartment but would be more complex. Oh, yes, electrical meters would need to be added. Still, it's all interior work.