Welcome Our proposal at 2050-2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road represents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the vibrancy of the Lions Gate Village area and our growing community. Thank you for attending our first Early Input Opportunity Meeting. The Purpose of this meeting is to: ü Introduce you to the project team ü Provide neighbourhood and District context ü Share our initial ideas with you ü Gather your feedback and listen to your input We look forward to hearing your feedback. Please fill out a comment form after you have reviewed the display materials.
Project Team Marvel Group has assembled a highly qualified project team. Marvel Group Developer and Land Owner Marvel Group, based in North Vancouver, BC, is a family-owned real estate development company. Our vision is to evolve communities, and create high-quality homes that exemplify good value and refined taste. We are proud to deliver on our promise of excellence in all that we do. Chris Dikeakos Architects Inc. Architects Chris Dikeakos Architects Inc. is an award winning Architectural Firm dedicated to excellence and the highest level of expertise in both professional and personal service. CDA s popular appeal and the uniqueness of its projects has positioned the firm as one of North America s leaders in multi-unit and Hi-Rise residential design. AMC Development Development and Project Managers AMC is a real estate development and project management company located in Vancouver, British Columbia. AMC s role in the land development process is to rationalize the creation of the development project. AMC manages the various elements of a project, from master-planning and engineering to construction and site-servicing, to the selection of builders, contractors, and consultants who can provide a standard of quality that equals the superior standard of design. Connect Landscape Architect Connect s vision is simple. Connecting people to their environment through meaningful design. We draw inspiration from the natural landscape while embracing built form and infrastructure inspired solutions with lasting value. Howes Technical Advantage Ltd. Transportation Consultant HTA provides Transportation expertise to clients ranging from the initial planning stages to preliminary design. HTA draws from over twenty-five years experience in the private and public sectors. HTA has been involved in a broad range of projects from construction, transportation modeling, transit planning, functional road design, traffic operations to daily departmental management. Brook Pooni Associates Urban Planning and Public Engagement Consultant Brook Pooni Associates is a leading urban planning and land development consultancy based in Vancouver, Canada. Their team of skilled planners and professionals bring industry-leading knowledge, strong community relationships and a solid understanding of local perspectives.
Regional and City Planning Context Several polices have influenced our thinking at 2050-2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road. Metro Vancouver Regional Growth Strategy: The Regional Growth Strategy represents the collective vision for all municipalities in the Lower Mainland to accommodate projected growth over 1 million people and 500,000 new jobs by 2040. The Strategy promotes compact urban areas and complete communities. Official Community Plan Lower Capilano Marine Village Centre (Lions Gate Village): The Official Community Plan (OCP) guides planning and development decisions in the District of North Vancouver and outlines overarching goals and objectives. The OCP identifies a series of Village Centres where growth and development will be focused. Lower Capilano-Marine Drive Village Centre (Lions Gate Village): The Lower Capilano Marine Village Centre serves as a gateway to the District and will function as a vibrant, walkable neighbourhood with local-serving businesses, jobs, community recreation opportunities and a range of housing options. The Village Centre has a unique geographical potential in the District and will serve as a gateway to welcome people to North Vancouver while providing a heart to the local community, as well as amenities and housing options to the meet the community s needs over the next twenty years. Lower Capilano Marine Village Centre (Lions Gate Village) Implementation Plan: This Lower Capilano Marine Village Centre (Lions Gate Village) Implementation Plan represents a long-term vision (to 2030) to guide future redevelopment, growth and change to this area. It identifies higher-density growth nodes as well as lower density peripheral growth areas. Lions Gate Village Public Realm Strategy: The objective of the Lions Gate Village Public Realm Strategy is to develop a quality public realm that complements the natural beauty of the North Shore and the Capilano River, while supporting the social, commercial, and recreational life of this local community.
Creating Complete, Compact, and Connected Communities Addressing regional growth through thoughtful and strategic planning initiatives is critical as municipalities adjust to change. The District of North Vancouver strives to create complete, compact, and connected communities by directing growth to Village areas therefore protecting the District s single-family neighbourhoods. GIONAL CONTEXT Regional Context District Context Most population 40, Metro uver expects: million new idents, 0,000 new jobs & 0,000 new cars a road network imited capacity. Least population Source: Metro Vancouver Since the adoption of the Official Community Plan in 2011, the District has been able to encourage While the District s population is growing, between 2011 (OCP approval) and 2016 the District only had growth in key locations with the Village areas absorbing the majority of new housing units. 1% of the overall regional population growth and 2% of the overall regional growth in housing units. Housing Diversity The District recently completed a new residents survey of those living in multi-family homes and found the following: 54% of residents relocated to their multifamily unit from another home on the North Shore. *the statistics do not include new residents who have exiting ties to North Vancouver. We expect that this number would be higher if this was taken into consideration. 48% of respondents were looking for a more affordable option 17% want less space and are downsizing 14% want more space and are upsizing Since the adoption of the Official Community Plan in 2011, the District has been able to encourage growth in key locations with the Village areas absorbing the majority of new housing units. This enables the return of residents to North Vancouver including seniors and adult children who grew up on the North Shore. Source: District of North Vancouver, Progress Towards 2030, Official Community Plan Implementation Review
Lions Gate Village The District of North Vancouver envisions Lions Gate Village as a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented neighbourhood, with local-serving businesses, jobs, a community recreation centre, and a mix of housing options for residents at every stage of life. 12 In 2011, the District of North Vancouver updated its Official Community Plan (OCP). AN OCP guides a municipality s planning and development decisions and outlines overarching goals and objectives. The OCP identified Lions Gate Village as an area where future growth and renewal will be directed. The map pictured shows the District s vision for the area. See Hotel Strategy APPROXIMATE SITE LOCATION Figure 4. Lower Capilano Marine Village Centre Land Use Map Lower Capilano Marine Drive Implementation Plan 2050-2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road Planning for a Mixed Use Village Centre Marvel Group
Site Context The proposal at 2050-2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road is situated along a major gateway welcoming individuals into North Vancouver. Kalhanie Ct Gelnaire Drive Belle Isle Place Fullerton Avenue Route to Trans-Can Hwy & Grouse Mountain SITE Curling Road Capilano Road McGuire Avenue Garden Avenue Tatlow Avenue Hope Road Bowser Avenue MacGowan Avenue Route to Lions Gate Bridge, Downtown Vancouver & West Vancouver Marine Drive Marine Drive Located at a gateway to North Vancouver, with natural amenities, parks and rapid transit in close proximity, Marine Drive and Capilano Road is an ideal location to provide more diverse housing options for residents. Within Lions Gate Village, a number of new amenities are proposed including: Parks and Plazas Community Centre Facility Daycare Pedestrian and Cycling Connections Legend Route to Lions Gate Bridge, Downtown Vancouver & West Vancouver Route to Trans-Can Hwy & Grouse Mountain Lions Gate Village Market Rental and Affordable Housing
Our Proposal Our proposal for 2050 2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road includes diverse housing options including ground-oriented units, improvements to the public realm and an on-site park. Marvel Group s proposal is consistent with the intent of the District of North Vancouver s Official Community Plan and supports the District s vision of Lions Gate Village as a vibrant, pedestrian oriented neighbourhood with housing options for residents at every stage of life. Our proposal includes: Family-oriented housing Diverse housing options including 22 groundoriented 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes. Housing for downsizers and first time home buyers, and everyone in between A range of units including townhomes that will fit many diverse lifestyles and needs. New Public Park Space A new on-site public park, increasing green space for residents. Walkable and Transit Oriented Multiple community amenities are or will be within close walking distance to the project including a new Community Centre, shops Enhanced Public Realm New and improved pedestrian connections and potential for public art to be showcased on site. and services, bike and walking trails, local parks. The project is also located within close proximity to rapid transit and cycling connections.
A Variety of Housing Options Marvel Group s proposal offers a range of housing options suitable for families, first time home-buyers, or downsizers wishing to stay in the neighbourhood. A greater variety of housing options are needed in the District to support diverse family sizes and lifestyles. Existing residents: as needs change, access to different forms of housing in your community allow people to remain where they live. This means as families grow and people age there are opportunities to stay in their neighbourhood. New and returning residents: the North Shore is a highly desirable place to live and the District has directed growth to key Village areas to ensure compact, transit-oriented communities are established while the nature of single-family neighbourhoods remain intact.
Park Space The Lions Gate Village Implementation Plan includes a park off of Curling Road. Marvel Group is proposing to increase the size of the park by over 20% to enhance its functionality. We re exploring ideas for programming opportunities that could include public art, seating, a water feature, or a play area. While park design is subject to discussion with the District, we want to know what your priorities would be. Please let us know your ideas for the park by writing it on a sticky note and placing it below.
Public Realm Improvements Marvel Group s proposal will contribute to an improved public realm with new sidewalks, trail connections, park space, and the opportunity for public art. There are several public realm improvements accompanying our proposal, including: Public Art There are opportunities within our proposal for public art to be showcased at either end of the pedestrian pathway along the eastern boundary of the site. Enhanced Green Space with a new Public Park The public park will enhance the area s open space network and create a new green space. Pedestrian Connectivity New pedestrian connections will create access to public transit from the Lions Gate Village Community, and connect to the heart of the Village, shopping, and services.
Public Realm Improvements Multiple public realm improvements are found on-site including the potential for public art, multiple plaza areas, pedestrian pathways, and an expanded Curling Park. Curling Park Site Area Pedestrian Pathways Potential Public Art Opportunity New pedestrian connections from Marine Drive to the heart of the VIllage Potential Plaza Area On-Site Park Off-Site Park Proposed park expansion area Conceptual: for illustrative purposes only 0 15 30 45 60 75 FT
Community Amenities Public Realm improvements including, pedestrian and bike connections, new parks and plazas, and a new community centre and other amenities are part of the District s plan for Lions Gate Village. G Belle Isle Park FULLERTON AVE 4 SANDOWN PL PERIPHERA AREA CAPILA 1 VILLAGE HEART CURLING RD CROSSROADS HOPE RD Conceptual: for illustrative purposes only Site Area Pedestrian Pathways Public Art Opportunity Plaza Area On-Site Park Off-Site Park 2 CROSSROA AND HOTEL AREA The proposal includes exploring an increase of over 20% to the Curling Road Park and providing pedestrian MARINE DR 3 GATEWAY CAPILANO RD MCGUIRE AVE GARDEN AVE connections from Marine Drive to the heart of the Village contributing to the range of amenities in Lions Gate Village LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL MID RISE RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL FRONTAGE MARINE D CHOICE OF COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTIAL USE HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY FACILITY PARK AND GREENWAYS PLAZA PERIPHERAL RESIDENTIAL EXISTING BUILDINGS *Community Amenity Contributions are a part of every development project and are assessed by the District of North Vancouver. Generally either on-site amenities or cash-in-lieu are provided and help ensure communities are well served as they grow.
Transportation The intent for Lions Gate Village is to create a compact and complete transit-oriented community that provides residents with services, amenities, workspace, and access to rapid transit to reduce vehicle dependence. Marvel Group has retained Howes Technical Advantage to provide transportation related expertise to the project team. Transportation and traffic considerations will be an important part of our rezoning application. Curling Road (Existing Road) Crescent Road (New Road) Marine Drive Glenaire Drive Fullerton Ave Klahanie Ct. Curling Road Capilano Road McGuire Avenue Sandown Pl. Garden Avenue Tatlow Avenue Bowser Avenue MacGowan Avenue Marine Drive (Existing Road) Philip Avenue Conceptual: for illustrative purposes only Khatsilano Road Mathias Road Lower Capilano Road Marine Drive Site area + Proposed Site Plan Lions Gate Village Area
Proposal Details Total number of units Approximately 280 units and 22 townhomes Zoning Marine Drive Commercial Zone C-4 and C-9 Height 26 storey residential tower with podium and a 6 storey low-rise building. FSR 2.5 Parking 2 levels of underground parking Proposed Road & Street 15,333 sq. ft. Dedication Park Dedication 17,213 sq. ft.
Design Rationale Our design has evolved to provide more slender, elegant buildings as well as to accommodate a larger on-site park and a range of residential units while still responding to the Lions Gate Village Guidelines.
Site Plan Conceptual: for illustrative purposes only 2050-2070 Marine Drive & 2000 Curling Road Marvel Group
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Next Steps We are very early in the process, and we want to hear from you. Today s Public Information Meeting provides an opportunity to early public input on the plans for 2050-2070 Marine Drive. Initial concept development Public Information Meeting #1 (WE ARE HERE) Refinement of Proposal Based on Public Input Rezoning Application Submitted Public Information Meeting #2 District of North Vancouver Application Review Public Hearing Council Decision
Share Your Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to attend today s Public Information Meeting. Please share your comments and feedback with us on the comment forms provided. We look forward to hearing your input. Comment forms are available at the entrance and members of the project team are in attendance to answer your questions.