[archited]

Building Codes in both Canada and the U.S. incorporate suggestions from the ADA -- the ADA is not a code-writing organization; it is bent on research and education.

 

[Airboy]

Renderings are not construction documents -- it is a waste of time to speculate on the material accuracy of renderings.

And what the final build is some different from the Con Docs. The only truly accurate drawing is maybe the As built. (Sometimes).
Canadian National Building Code (CNBC). Section 3.8.3.4
Rise and Run
CNBC, a wheelchair ramp must have 1 inch of rise for every 12 inches of ramp, commonly known as run. This makes the required wheelchair slope a ratio of 1:12. Less slope--1:16 or 1:20.
Landings
A ramp must have a level surface known as a landing at the top and the bottom of the ramp. Wheelchair Canada says the landing should typically be 60 inches by 60 inches.

The use of vestibules can also be an issue. Can a person in a wheelchair open both door without having to readjust in the space.
The new accessable updates at St Albert city hall also have large buttons and foot controllers as well.

 

[archited]

^^^^ All ADA mandates.

 

[Clearshades]

OHS as well.

 

[positive1]

Not sure why everyone is getting knickers in a twist over what is depicted in a render. How many of these renders look like the finished product? Why not assume it will adhere to all the required codes? Sigh.

 

[Clearshades]

It has to adhere that is why tradesmen go through apprenticeships and trainings to learn the RISE AND RUNS.

 

[Dubas]

This one is now above-grade and rising fast.

 

[Avenuer]

Today:

 

[IanO]

Met with the group behind this project last week and learned more about this great addition to Edmonton.

Interesting to note that they wanted to go quite a bit higher, but STARS approach is right there.

 

[Glenco]

Met with the group behind this project last week and learned more about this great addition to Edmonton.

Interesting to note that they wanted to go quite a bit higher, but STARS approach is right there.

I was there a few weeks ago when STARS came in. It’s really close.

 

[bodsbods9090]

Met with the group behind this project last week and learned more about this great addition to Edmonton.

Interesting to note that they wanted to go quite a bit higher, but STARS approach is right there.

Are they planning further projects for Edmonton?

 

[IanO]

They seem bullish on Alberta, so yes, I'd expect more.

 

[_urbanite]

From this afternoon. 2nd floor pour for tower portion.

 

[Guy 1]

They seem bullish on Alberta, so yes, I'd expect more.

Very interesting. NADG is no joke, but they're not exactly local - nor does this project align with a most of their canadian portfolio. Seems like they mostly do shopping centres and that kind of thing...wonder why they chose this spot to go residential?

 

[occidentalcapital]

Very interesting. NADG is no joke, but they're not exactly local - nor does this project align with a most of their canadian portfolio. Seems like they mostly do shopping centres and that kind of thing...wonder why they chose this spot to go residential?

There's low vacancy and strong rental growth in this area because of the University and Hospital facilities in the area. Not to mention that the social disorder concerns are mostly absent here, but you still have high density. I.e. desirable high density, transit access, major employers, investor friendly- ticks many boxes.