318 Sixth Avenue

Project Update, May 12, 2025: A Public Hearing on this proposal is scheduled for May 26, 2025 at 6pm. Community members are invited to provide their feedback on the proposals to Council for their review and consideration as part of the Public Hearing process. There are multiple ways to provide feedback through the Public Hearing process: through the comment form on this page; by email to clerks@newwestcity.ca; by regular mail; or by signing up to speak at the Public Hearing. The Public Hearing process is the final opportunity to provide input before Council makes its decision on these bylaw amendments. Click here for more information.

What's being proposed?

A Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA) application has been received for 318 Sixth Avenue in the Queen’s Park neighbourhood. The application proposes to subdivide the lot, protect and restore the existing 1912 Knott House, and construct a new 213 sq. m. (2,289 sq. ft.) ground-oriented infill house with secondary suite. There will be no changes to the size of the existing heritage house with 0.5 Floor Space Ratio (FSR) and the new infill house with a secondary suite will have an overall FSR of 0.7.

The existing 1912 Knott House, recognized for its historic and aesthetic value, would be retained in its current location and legally protected through at Heritage Designation bylaw. The existing building is in good condition, with only minor restoration necessary, and the primary focus would be retention, preservation and on-going maintenance. The Knott House would not include a secondary suite.

The new infill house, to be located on the newly created lot, would be two storeys in height and contain a secondary suite within the basement. The design for the new house is generally consistent with the Queen’s Park Design Guidelines for New Construction. Parking for both houses would be accessed from the rear lane. As part of this development, two trees, one of which is hazardous, are proposed for removal. Consistent with Tree Protection Bylaw requirements, three replacement trees are proposed. Review by the City arborist is currently ongoing.

Click here to view drawings of the proposed development.

How can I engage?

The final opportunity for feedback on this application before Council decides whether to approve it will be at the May 26, 2025 Public Hearing. You can submit your comments for Council as part of the Public Hearing process through the comment form below.

City-led Consultation

City-led consultation has now concluded. Community members were invited to provide feedback on the proposal through a short survey that was open on this page from January 16 - February 6, 2025. The next and final opportunity for the public to provide feedback on the application will be the project's Public Hearing, on May 26, 2025.

Summary of City-led Consultation

City-led consultation included an online survey. A total of nine survey responses were received. An additional three people sent their comments as emails to the City.

What We Heard

Feedback was received regarding the scale and design of the infill house, with concerns about it appearing oversized for the lot and not aligning with the neighbourhood's character. Comments also highlighted traffic and pedestrian safety issues at nearby intersections, as well as the potential impact on housing affordability and density. Concerns were raised about tree removal, provision of adequate space between buildings, and the appropriateness of large garage structures. Supportive feedback noted that the project provides heritage protection while accommodating modest density.