Planning for more brine
Photo: Lime Architecture
Edgecombe Builders of Kelowna proposes a fifth development of Sole.
Plans for the six-story project on Cawston Avenue west of Richter Street were released Tuesday.
The development proposal would include four ground accessible two story residential / work townhouse units in front of Cawston with 45 additional units above.
The one and two bedroom units for sale would range in size from 577 to 970 square feet.
It would also include a unique school facility on the third floor.
“We are of the opinion that the inclusion of a school facility in the development offers a unique urban educational experience for building residents and locals alike,” says the project explanation.
“The concept for the building is to provide a mixture of private outdoor areas and a common room on the roof, which offers the residents of the building a variety of outdoor opportunities. In addition, a community-oriented herb garden will be integrated on the roof area. “.”
Located in the city center, the project believes the high walking and cycling rating achieved by the project will reduce dependency on vehicle use, giving residents a “lower carbon footprint”.
“The proximity of the planned development to the core of downtown Kelowna influenced an overall concept that offers enough parking space for all residents, full visitor parking requirements and enough parking space for the school complex on the third floor, although it can be assumed that many residents will take advantage of the convenient location the building enables alternative means of transport. “
The project would consist of four lots that currently house four single family homes.
The planning staff will review the proposal before the city council has a chance to comment.
There are four other brine developments in town, two on St. Paul, one on KLO and a fourth under construction in Rutland.
