If they have trouble getting development for the whole site, there is also the option to split it into smaller sites for multiple developers.

Thanks for being so involved Dave. It's good to have someone pushing the developers to do better.

I'm still of the opinion that an empty building is better than an empty lot, but oh well.

This is the kind of thing Edmonton needs. Neighborhood amenities are crucial for walkablility and a strong community. Is it already zoned for this then?

That's a great idea, I wonder if the city has had any discussions about doing something similar.

:( This city doesn't need any more empty lots

That's a nice looking midrise.

That's very true. I've been involved in the engagement process myself and there is always more, although there are people that always bring up those ones consistently. It would be nice if they took the time to express more specific concerns instead of just the copy/paste they seem to do, as it...

"...but there were concerns about the building's size, design, amenities and effects on traffic in the area." I think you could copy and paste that into an article about every new development and no one would notice.

There is so much opportunity along the edge of the park, it would be a huge mistake to simple abut it with a parkade.

It's great when things can get re-purposed instead of torn down. We have enough empty lots as is.

Great pictures Dave! Has anyone been in the Buckingham recently? Wondering if they've done anything with those windows that are now right up against a wall.

I see, thanks

I like it, but I'm surprised it got approved.

Appreciate council being critical of the public realm, and trying to ensure it meets a high standard.

Not sure there's any way they can make those punched stucco walls look good

How likely do you think this is to go ahead? Would be such an improvement over that hotel, with minimal negative community impacts because of its location

Could look pretty bad depending on the cladding, but I don't think we need to worry to much with Beljan

It is quite odd that the first story of commercial is almost as tall as the Buckingham

Bonnie Doon is currently the best location for TOD in Edmonton. If it can't get started there, the city needs to start asking questions about what it's doing wrong.