The Glenrosa Residents Association (GRA) is hosting a town hall to discuss development in the neighbourhood.
A statement by the GRA notes that several development applications are under review at different stages and include a range of units.
“The progression of these applications is contingent upon market conditions; however, they represent a substantial potential for future housing development,” the statement reads.
The GRA release includes a list of developments totalling more than 700 housing units, including single-family lots, duplexes, and townhomes. The statement also notes that the calculation does not account for additional units allowed under new provincial housing legislation, such as secondary suites or small-scale units.
“If the full range of allowable units, including up to four units per property, were developed, the potential number could reach approximately 1,400 units,” the GRA said.
“Following the public hearing regarding the OCP and zoning bylaw amendment on the 2971 Gorman Road property, we have heard back from the community,” said Dan Goy, GRA president. “Clearly, residents are concerned about the impact of development and want a clear understanding of what is proposed, approved, and ongoing in the community of Glenrosa.”
That project prompted city councillor Tasha Da Silva to raise concerns about development in Glenrosa during a December 2024 council meeting.
The GRA is hosting the town hall so the community can be heard in a less formal environment and have an opportunity to express concerns and opinions.
“Critical to ongoing development in Glenrosa is transparency and good communication between the residents and City Hall,” added Carmen Harris, GRA vice-president. “I see a central role for the GRA in that communication.”
City councillors Stephen Johnston and Rick De Jong, along with CAO Ron Bowles, have confirmed their attendance at the town hall, according to the GRA.
It’s being held on Thursday, May 8, at Morning Star Bible Camp (3031 McIver Road), beginning at 7 p.m.
