B.2. Polish Heritage Society of Edmonton Seniors Housing
RPK Architects - Jan Pierzchajlo
10911 - 105 Street NW
Site legally described as:
Lot 6, Block 4D, Plan 9826358
Motion of non support for the following reasons:
● The committee observes that the density, site coverage, and location of the proposed building (i.e. setbacks) is setting a precedent for an overdevelopment of the remainder of the site
● The existing landscape plan should be updated to reflect the current architectural proposal and existing context. The landscape should not be taken verbatim from the DC document
● The articulation of the ground floor facades do not create enough architectural interest and variation in comparison to the upper levels. Issues around privacy, outdoor amenity space, and perceived security are not addressed in the present design
● The committee recommends the removal of the public pedestrian path along the western edge of the property as it is of questionable benefit to both the residents and the public. There is already a strong pedestrian link on the eastern edge of the site
● If a public pedestrian path is required on the western side of the building, the yard should be increased to allow for better pedestrian access through the site and defensible space (i.e. patio space) for residents
