CAMBRIDGE — A proposal for a Zoning By-law Amendment has been submitted for the property located at 39 Lowrey Avenue North in Cambridge.
The applicant, Mr. Abdul Qayyum Butt, aims to develop the site, currently zoned as “Commercial (C3)” under the City’s Zoning By-law No. 150-85, into a residential area.
The proposed development entails the construction of two semi-detached residential units, necessitating a change in zoning to “Residential – RS1.”
Situated at the intersection of Pollock Avenue and Lowrey Avenue North, the subject lands cover an area of approximately 693 square metres (0.0694 hectares), with 32.918 metres of frontage along Pollock Avenue and 21.031 metres of frontage along Lowrey Avenue North.
The proposed development adheres to the Low/Medium Density Residential designation of the Official Plan.
It remains within the maximum allowable density of 40 units per hectare, eliminating the need for an Official Plan Amendment.
The project, outlined in a Planning report prepared by ARDPROBE Inc., aims to replace the existing single detached dwelling with two semi-detached units.
The first unit will occupy a lot size of 270 square metres, while the second, positioned as a corner lot, will span 390 square metres.
Both units will share driveways with ingress/egress from Lowrey Ave North.
Two bus stops, situated within 50 metres of the site—one near the intersection of Pollock Ave and Chalmers Avenue North and the other near Pollock Ave and Lincoln Avenue—provide convenient access to public transportation.
The proposed development necessitates site-specific relief for minimum lot area, minimum exterior side yard, minimum rear yard for both units and maximum lot coverage.
These adjustments are sought to accommodate the specific unit configurations and the depth of the lots.
In summary, the proposed development aligns with the policy framework of the Official Plan, aiming to transition the site from commercial to residential use.
Pending approval of the Zoning By-law Amendment, the project seeks to contribute to the residential landscape of Cambridge, providing housing options in line with the city’s growth objectives.
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