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from Delta Optimist August 17 2023

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Sandor Gyarmati

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Delta council gave the thumbs up for a pair of subdivision and redevelopment applications in Tsawwassen at its final council meeting on Aug. 8 before its summer break

One of the applications is a rezoning proposal and development variance permit to allow the subdivision of two residential properties at 809 51 St and 5140 8A Ave. into seven, single-detached residential lots. Each lot currently contains a single-detached house, which would be demolished.

The application also includes a request to pur- chase a portion of a dedicated municipal road to consolidate it with the site.

A planning department report notes that, to date, staff received written and phone correspondence from 31 households, of which 26 are in support, three are opposed and two have concerns.

Those in support welcome additional and more affordable housing in Tsawwassen that would support multigenerational families and renters, and enhance the neighbourhood, the report notes, adding that they are also supportive of the removal of mature trees along 8A Avenue in hope that it would result in longer periods of late afternoon sunshine.

Several residents expressed concerns relating to the proposed extensive tree removal and minimal tree replacement, especially along property lines, which may lead to future privacy issues among neighbours, the report notes.

Some residents are also opposed to the increased density and narrow lots, concerned about changing the character of the neighbourhood.

In addition to increased traffic volume, concerns were also expressed with the proposed cul-de-sac as it would not provide opportunities for street parking and would add pressure to existing street parking on neighbouring streets

Also receiving preliminary approval, the other application would allow the subdivision of properties at 4965 8A Ave and, 855 and 871 Bayview Dr. into five, single-detached residential lots

Surrounded by singlefamily homes, the site has an irregular shape

A staff report on that application notes concerns conveyed by residents include noise and pollution during construction of the proposed development, increased traffic, loss of character of the neighhourhood and loss of tree canopies. Among the letters in opposition was a resident who feels “condensing of the neighborhood diminishes this family-oriented area ”

The planning department says the Urban Forestry Division reviewed the proposed tree removals for the proposed development at 8A Ave. and 855 and 871 Bayview Dr. and has no concerns.

The applicant has worked with staff to modify the house footprints and driveways to retain most of the mature and healthy trees and hedges on-site. The proposed driveway widths are reduced in order to increase landscaping in the front yards, the report notes.

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