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Request
Request for development agreement to permit an 8-storey multiple unit dwelling in addition to an existing 3.5-storey multiple unit dwelling at 10 Cumberland Drive, Cole Harbour.
Proposal
The applicant wishes to enter into a development agreement in order to construct an 8-storey multiple unit dwelling in addition to an existing 3.5-storey multiple unit dwelling at 10 Cumberland Drive, Cole Harbour.
The major aspects of the proposal are as follows:
- Construction of a new 8 storey multiple unit dwelling with 144 units;
- Retention of the existing 3.5 storey multiple unit dwelling on the property;
- Relocation of the driveway access on Cumberland Drive further south;
- Reconfiguration of vehicle parking to include two surface lots and underground parking;
- Potential for 1,500 square feet of commercial space on main floor on new building; and,
- Amenities for residents on-site, including potential amenity room, gym, rooftop patio/green roof, and community garden
The Development Plans (provided below) outline the development proposal in detail, and include information related to the proposed building, parking locations, driveway access, landscaping, and servicing.
Process
The application will be considered under the Development Agreement Process.
Status
Currently this application is at the initial stages of the process where the request is being reviewed by internal municipal staff and external review agencies.
Documents Submitted for Evaluation
The applicant has submitted plans and studies required by HRM staff to properly evaluate the application. The documents are also available for review at the Planning Applications office in Downtown Halifax.
- Project Rationale Letter (PDF)
- Transportation Impact Study (PDF)
- Building Elevations and 3D Renderings (PDF)
- Servicing Schematic (PDF)
- Plan of Survey of Existing Conditions (PDF)
- Site Plan (PDF)
Contact Information
For further information, please contact:
Mailing Address
HRM Planning Applications
PO Box: 1749,
Halifax,
Nova Scotia,
B3J 3A5
Attention: Megan Backos