Prince George city council passed the necessary rezoning for a new 'self-contained independent living seniors’ community' in the Vanway area. The approval involves rezoning 7.6 hectares of land from AG: Greenbelt to RM1: Multiple Residential, allowing for the construction of row houses with up to six dwelling units.
Prince George city council passed the first three readings at its Dec. 2 meeting for a rezoning application that clears the way for the construction of what the developer calls “self-contained independent living seniors’ community” in the Vanway area.
The land west of the highway, as well as a small buffer zone on the east side to reduce traffic noise, are to remain as a greenbelt. Coun. Susan Scott praised the inclusion of a buffer zone of trees next to the highway as smart design. Coun. Brian Skakun said he understood some residents’ worry over the removal of green space, but said the city is in a development phase.
The lack of a public hearing didn’t stop people from making their opinions known, though. At the back of council chambers, one audience member held up a piece of paper with the words “no to 7277 Bear Road” printed on it in bold type.
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