KITCHENER — A proposal for the redevelopment of 15-105 Mooregate Crescent in Kitchener involves the construction of two residential buildings with heights of 8 to 9 storeys and 16 storeys. The development is being led by the Region of Waterloo.
The project is set to deliver 378 residential units, offering a range of layouts that include one- to five-bedroom options.
As part of the Waterloo Region Housing Master Plan (2020–2040), this development is designed as an affordable housing project, with all 378 units being designated as affordable.
The proposed development includes indoor amenity spaces in both buildings and a shared outdoor amenity area for residents.
The project replaces at least two existing townhouse buildings currently occupying the site.
The subject lands are located within the RES-7 zone, which permits high-density residential use without a maximum height restriction.
The development had been previously approved with Holding Provision 35H, requiring an Urban Design Brief to ensure appropriate transitions to adjacent low-rise residential zones.
The Urban Design Brief, as required by the holding provision, has been approved by the City of Kitchener’s Urban Design staff.
Currently, the developer has applied to remove Holding Provision 35H from the subject lands.
The proposed development complies with most of the City of Kitchener’s Urban Design Manual guidelines but includes minor non-compliance in specific areas.
Building A will feature 8 to 9 storeys, depending on the grade, while Building B will be 16 storeys.
The setback between Building A and the western property line has been reduced to 11.8 metres, below the required 14.8 metres, achieving 87 percent compliance.
Additionally, the separation between Buildings A and B is 17.6 metres, which does not meet the guideline requirement of 23.7 metres, resulting in 74 percent compliance. To address these issues, the developers have introduced several design interventions.
Balconies have been relocated to minimize privacy concerns, and large green buffers, at-grade residential units, and stepbacks have been incorporated to ensure compatibility with adjacent low-density residential neighbourhoods.
The buildings’ placement achieves zero percent overlook, limiting privacy concerns and maintaining adequate daylight access.
The removal of the holding provision, if approved, would allow the project to move forward. The application to remove the holding provision will be considered at the planning meeting on December 2, 2024.
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