318 Sixth Avenue
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?
There have been multiple opportunities for the public to provide feedback through the application review process. The process included city-led consultation. The review process has been iterative and revisions were considered, based on consultation feedback, throughout the process.
A Public Hearing was held on May 26, 2025 after which Council voted to support the application. All opportunities for engagement with this application are now complete.
Documents
Project Contact
Planning Division
Planning and Development Department
Phone: 604-527 4532
Email: devfeedback@newwestcity.ca
Phases
Public Hearing and Council Consideration of Adoption
Project Update May 26, 2025: A Public Hearing for this project was held on May 26, 2025. Click here to watch the recording of the Public Hearing.
Comments for Public Hearing
Feedback submitted through this comment form will be part of the Public Hearing process and will be provided to Council for review and consideration prior to its final decision on the application. Comments will also be publically available on the City’s webpage and through the Council package. Please note: Comments that are disrespectful may be edited or returned to the sender for modification.
There are multiple opportunities to provide your feedback to Council as part of the Public Hearing process, including filling out the comment form below.
Comments can also be provided by email to clerks@newwestcity.ca; by regular mail; or you can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. Click here to sign up to speak. Click here for more information about speaking to Council.
The Public Hearing will take place on May 26, 2025 at 6pm.