819 Milton Street

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Project Update September 28, 2021: Council, at its September 27, 2021 meeting, adopted a Zoning Amendment Bylaw for 819 Milton Street. Click here to view the council report.


What's being proposed?

A rezoning and Development Permit application has been submitted for a duplex at 819 Milton Street. This is the first pilot program application under the Duplex, Triplex and Quadraplex Interim Review Policy. The three storey building would have an overall Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.60. There would be two carports of the rear of the property to accommodate parking for four vehicles. The duplex would be designed as “suite ready” to enable future construction of legal secondary suites.

Click here to view the revised drawings of the proposed duplex.


How can I engage?

There have been multiple opportunities for the public to provide feedback through the application review process. The process included applicant-led consultation, and City-led engagement. The review process was iterative and revisions were considered, based on engagement feedback, throughout the process.


The applicant-led consultation was held from March 8 to April 9, 2021, and included a virtual open house. The applicants revised the design based on the feedback received. Changes included:

  • Increasing the pitch of the roof slope, to better transition to neighbouring buildings
  • Simplifying the siding and trim materials, including more traditional wood elements to soften the feel of the building
  • Enhanced landscaping to define the front entries for each unit
  • Changes to the carport layout and rear patio stairs, which are not visible from the street


City-led consultation on the revised design was held from July 2 to July 29, 2021, which included a Virtual Information Session on July 26, 2021. A survey was available on this page until July 29, 2021.

The addition of City-led consultation to the review process is intended to offer enhanced opportunity for public participation before the project is finalized and presented to Council. This staff led consultation will potentially take the place of the Public Hearing. When Council considers this project for approval in the fall, they will decide if a Public Hearing is needed.

The final staff report to Council will include a summary of the feedback received during both the applicant and City-led consultation process, as well as any feedback submitted directly to staff during the project review process. This report, including proposed rezoning bylaw, will be posted on this page once they are available.



Project Update September 28, 2021: Council, at its September 27, 2021 meeting, adopted a Zoning Amendment Bylaw for 819 Milton Street. Click here to view the council report.


What's being proposed?

A rezoning and Development Permit application has been submitted for a duplex at 819 Milton Street. This is the first pilot program application under the Duplex, Triplex and Quadraplex Interim Review Policy. The three storey building would have an overall Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.60. There would be two carports of the rear of the property to accommodate parking for four vehicles. The duplex would be designed as “suite ready” to enable future construction of legal secondary suites.

Click here to view the revised drawings of the proposed duplex.


How can I engage?

There have been multiple opportunities for the public to provide feedback through the application review process. The process included applicant-led consultation, and City-led engagement. The review process was iterative and revisions were considered, based on engagement feedback, throughout the process.


The applicant-led consultation was held from March 8 to April 9, 2021, and included a virtual open house. The applicants revised the design based on the feedback received. Changes included:

  • Increasing the pitch of the roof slope, to better transition to neighbouring buildings
  • Simplifying the siding and trim materials, including more traditional wood elements to soften the feel of the building
  • Enhanced landscaping to define the front entries for each unit
  • Changes to the carport layout and rear patio stairs, which are not visible from the street


City-led consultation on the revised design was held from July 2 to July 29, 2021, which included a Virtual Information Session on July 26, 2021. A survey was available on this page until July 29, 2021.

The addition of City-led consultation to the review process is intended to offer enhanced opportunity for public participation before the project is finalized and presented to Council. This staff led consultation will potentially take the place of the Public Hearing. When Council considers this project for approval in the fall, they will decide if a Public Hearing is needed.

The final staff report to Council will include a summary of the feedback received during both the applicant and City-led consultation process, as well as any feedback submitted directly to staff during the project review process. This report, including proposed rezoning bylaw, will be posted on this page once they are available.


Consultation has concluded

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  • Share What if any efforts have been made to have the exterior of this building fit the neighbourhood? Those of us who live here have made considerable effort to maintain the heritage value of our properties and this big box does not fit at all. Certainly other duplexes and developments have been built in the area and at least some effort has been made to have them fit. This house does not. on Facebook Share What if any efforts have been made to have the exterior of this building fit the neighbourhood? Those of us who live here have made considerable effort to maintain the heritage value of our properties and this big box does not fit at all. Certainly other duplexes and developments have been built in the area and at least some effort has been made to have them fit. This house does not. on Twitter Share What if any efforts have been made to have the exterior of this building fit the neighbourhood? Those of us who live here have made considerable effort to maintain the heritage value of our properties and this big box does not fit at all. Certainly other duplexes and developments have been built in the area and at least some effort has been made to have them fit. This house does not. on Linkedin Email What if any efforts have been made to have the exterior of this building fit the neighbourhood? Those of us who live here have made considerable effort to maintain the heritage value of our properties and this big box does not fit at all. Certainly other duplexes and developments have been built in the area and at least some effort has been made to have them fit. This house does not. link

    What if any efforts have been made to have the exterior of this building fit the neighbourhood? Those of us who live here have made considerable effort to maintain the heritage value of our properties and this big box does not fit at all. Certainly other duplexes and developments have been built in the area and at least some effort has been made to have them fit. This house does not.

    Margaret C asked about 3 years ago

    Duplex applications like this one are reviewed against the Duplex, Triplex and Quadraplex: Interim Development Review Policy. This policy outlines the design expectations for duplexes and identifies where they would be supported in the city. The design considerations do not recommend a particular architectural style. In this case, the applicants have chosen a contemporary design which will add to the diverse housing styles in the Brow of the Hill neighbourhood. 

    However, the design considerations do have expectations for the size, shape, and placement of buildings to help them fit in the neighbourhood. The setbacks and height of the proposed duplex have been designed with consideration of the adjacent heritage properties. For example, the massing is located at the centre of the site, improving the transition to the adjacent properties. Landscaping will also contribute to the streetscape and neighbourhood context.  

    Click here to view an elevation drawing which shows how the proposed building would fit between the existing neighbouring houses.

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  • Share I feel that too much of the site will be driveway to backyard parking lot. Also make it a 4 plex now. Change the structure to have eight parking spaces across the front of the building in the basement. Each suite gets two in a row parking spaces. Allow the yard to be large for lawns gardens and trees. Potentially 20 people could be living on this now one city lot. They need space. Not yards filled with concrete/pavement and 8 cars. on Facebook Share I feel that too much of the site will be driveway to backyard parking lot. Also make it a 4 plex now. Change the structure to have eight parking spaces across the front of the building in the basement. Each suite gets two in a row parking spaces. Allow the yard to be large for lawns gardens and trees. Potentially 20 people could be living on this now one city lot. They need space. Not yards filled with concrete/pavement and 8 cars. on Twitter Share I feel that too much of the site will be driveway to backyard parking lot. Also make it a 4 plex now. Change the structure to have eight parking spaces across the front of the building in the basement. Each suite gets two in a row parking spaces. Allow the yard to be large for lawns gardens and trees. Potentially 20 people could be living on this now one city lot. They need space. Not yards filled with concrete/pavement and 8 cars. on Linkedin Email I feel that too much of the site will be driveway to backyard parking lot. Also make it a 4 plex now. Change the structure to have eight parking spaces across the front of the building in the basement. Each suite gets two in a row parking spaces. Allow the yard to be large for lawns gardens and trees. Potentially 20 people could be living on this now one city lot. They need space. Not yards filled with concrete/pavement and 8 cars. link

    I feel that too much of the site will be driveway to backyard parking lot. Also make it a 4 plex now. Change the structure to have eight parking spaces across the front of the building in the basement. Each suite gets two in a row parking spaces. Allow the yard to be large for lawns gardens and trees. Potentially 20 people could be living on this now one city lot. They need space. Not yards filled with concrete/pavement and 8 cars.

    eddchur asked about 3 years ago

    Any property owner (or authorized representative) is entitled to make an application to change the zoning of their property. In this case, the owners have proposed a duplex and not a quadraplex.  However, the units would be constructed as “suite ready” to enable a simple Building Permit application for future conversion. Suite readiness involves ensuring that all internal electrical and fire protection requirements are met as well as the provision of sufficient entries, parking and private outdoor space.

    The Duplex, Triplex and Quadraplex Interim Review Policy recommends that parking be provided on parking pads or detached carports (i.e., not enclosed parking), and be located at the rear of the lot.  The proposed design would include buried carports covered by decks and yards to work with the existing slope, minimize building bulk on site, and maximize open space for yards and trees.  The City will be working with the designer to select appropriate paving materials for the side driveway. 

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