LONDON – On November 26, 2024 The City of London approved a Zoning By-law Amendment for a proposed residential development by DBNM Investment and Management Ltd. at 383 Clarke Road and 1906 Whitney Street. This project will transform the site into a 2.5-storey multiplex building with 10 residential units, contributing to sustainable and compact urban growth.
Key Details of the Development
The approved project includes:
- 10 residential units in a 2.5-storey multiplex building.
- 7 surface parking spaces, providing a parking ratio of 0.9 spaces per unit.
- Bicycle parking at a rate of 0.7 spaces per unit to promote sustainable transportation.
- New driveway access from Whitney Street for improved site connectivity.
Site Information
The property, located in the Argyle Planning District, near the Clarke Road and Dundas Street intersection, spans approximately 1,032.6 square metres.
Zoning Amendments
The site’s zoning has been updated from Residential R2 (R2-3) to a Holding Residential R2/Residential R8 (h-89*R2-3/R8-4(_)) Zone with special provisions. These changes include:
- Front and Exterior Side Yard Setbacks: Reduced from 6 metres to 2 metres to enhance the urban streetscape.
- Interior Side Yard Setbacks: Reduced from 4.5 metres to 2.4 metres, optimizing land use.
- Building Height: Capped at 10.5 metres to ensure compatibility with the surrounding low-rise neighborhood.
Density and Urban Planning
The proposed density of 97 units per hectare is within the permitted 100 units per hectare for the zone. The development aligns with the City of London’s Official Plan, focusing on:
- Compact growth and efficient land use.
- Sustainable design principles.
- Reduced reliance on personal vehicles, supported by robust bicycle parking facilities.
Next Steps
With council approval secured, DBNM Investment and Management Ltd. will begin transforming this property into a modern, low-rise residential community, contributing to London’s vision for sustainable and compact urban living.
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