BRANTFORD, December 2024 — API Development Consultants Inc., on behalf of 11393952 Canada Inc., has submitted a Zoning By-law Amendment application for a proposed 10-storey mixed-use building at 571 West Street. The development, featuring a retirement home and ground-floor commercial space, will be reviewed by the Planning Committee on December 12, 2024.
Development Highlights
The proposed development includes:
- Retirement Home Units:
- 239 units: 27 studios, 159 one-bedroom units, and 53 two-bedroom units.
- Lower floors for traditional retirement living with communal dining and amenities.
- Upper floors for independent living units with kitchens and access to shared services.
- Ground-Floor Commercial Space:
- 435.5 square metres, divided into three retail units.
- Amenities for residents, including fitness rooms, a café, and a library.
- Parking:
- 171 parking spaces (82 at grade and 89 underground), exceeding the required 113 spaces.
- Proximity to a transit stop (65 metres) supports active transportation.
Zoning and Official Plan Alignment
The property, spanning 7,032.9 square metres, is currently zoned General Industrial Zone (M2) under Zoning By-law 160-90. The proposed amendment seeks to rezone the site to:
- Holding – General Commercial – Exception 108 Zone (H-C8-108) under By-law 160-90.
- Holding – Major Commercial Centre – Exception 14 Zone (H-MCC-14) under By-law 124-2024.
These amendments will permit:
- The retirement home use.
- An increase in maximum building height to 10 storeys.
- A reduction in required loading spaces from two to one.
The site is designated “Major Commercial Centre” in the Official Plan, supporting high-density, mixed-use developments.
Addressing Land Use and Environmental Concerns
Planning staff recommend a holding provision to ensure the applicant:
- Completes updated land use compatibility and noise studies before site plan approval.
- Addresses tree replacement ratios, as raised by Six Nations, during the site plan stage.
Community and Policy Benefits
The proposed development aligns with the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement and Brantford’s Official Plan, supporting:
- Efficient land use and sustainable transportation options.
- Increased housing diversity, particularly for Brantford’s aging population.
- Enhanced urban character with a mix of residential and commercial uses.
