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The development, planned for 215 and 235 Nickel Road includes 11 family-oriented units. One home on the site has already been demolished, while the second is still standing.
That address might ring a bell for some in the community. In 2022, the house at 235 Nickel Road was plagued with problems. Neighbours dealt with harassment and intimidation from squatters, and RCMP were called to the property multiple times. In September that year, residents even staged a protest. Two days later, the home was boarded up.
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Some Kelowna councillors were underwhelmed with the renderings of a townhouse project planned for 215-235 Nickel Road in Rutland. City of Kelowna
Coun. Charlie Hodge was more blunt.
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Staff responded that the project includes a 44-square-metre shared amenity space with seating which meets zoning requirements of at least four square metres per unit. Still, Hodge questioned whether the development was family-friendly.
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Staff acknowledged the limitations of small infill projects, pointing out that the city typically wants developers to meet all parking requirements and regulations. Each three-bedroom unit has its own balcony space and indoor rec rooms as well. Staff also noted that the development is just 400 metres from Ben Lee Park.
However, Hodge remained unconvinced.
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Coun. Luke Stack pointed out that the two large lots will soon be home to 11 families in a well-situated part of the city.
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Council approved the development permit, with only Hodge and Coun. Gord Lovegrove opposed.
