CAMBRIDGE, December 3, 2024 — The City Council has approved a proposal to redevelop 36 Elliott Street, facilitating the construction of six stacked townhouse units. The project, led by Dryden, Smith & Head Planning Consultants Ltd. on behalf of Caiden-Keller Homes Inc., includes an Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) to enable this infill development on a 0.09-hectare site.
Development Highlights
The approved project includes:
- Density: Increased to 61 units per hectare, exceeding the standard 40 units per hectare.
- Building Design: A two-storey structure with six residential units, including a basement.
- Parking: Eight parking spaces at a ratio of 1.25 spaces per unit, with additional bicycle parking.
- Amenity Areas: Two outdoor common spaces totaling 75.7 square metres, supplemented by private balconies.
- Landscaping: Front yard landscaped area reduced from 45% to 39% to accommodate parking facilities.
Zoning and Special Provisions
The site was rezoned from Residential – R4 to Multiple Residential – RM3 S.4.1.452, with site-specific provisions to address:
- Lot Frontage: Reduced to 15.3 metres from the standard 20 metres.
- Interior Side Yard Setbacks: Reduced to 2.5 metres (east) and 3.2 metres (west), below the required 3 metres and 7.5 metres, respectively.
- Planting Strip Width: Reduced to 0.9 metres adjacent to the parking area, with a 1.5-metre high solid fence for screening.
Strategic Location and Policy Alignment
The site is situated within the Downtown Cambridge Major Transit Station Area (MTSA), offering walkable access to the Galt City Centre, local amenities, and transit services. This proposal supports:
- Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) objectives for intensification.
- Regional and City policies encouraging efficient land use and housing diversity.
Compatibility and Urban Design
The design ensures compatibility with the surrounding area, which features a mix of residential and institutional uses. The building’s height and scale align with nearby properties, while Lincoln Park offsets the shortfall in required amenity space.
Key Benefits
This redevelopment advances Cambridge’s goals for:
- Infill development in built-up areas.
- Housing diversity and increased density.
- Enhanced walkability and access to public transportation.
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