Surrey 7922-0277-00 March 10 2025 additional planning comments

Staff Report to Council Application No.: 7922-0277-00 Planning & Development Report Page 7 POLICY & BYLAW CONSIDERATIONS Official Community Plan Land Use Designation  The subject site is designated "Multiple Residential" in the Official Community Plan (OCP).  The proposed development generally complies with the Multiple Residential OCP designation.  The applicant is requesting an increase in the allowable floor area ratio (FAR) under the Multiple Residential designation from 1.5 to 2.60 (net density) which is required to accommodate the proposed six-storey market rental building on the subject site. Amendment Rationale  The subject site is located within close proximity to a Frequent Transit Development Area (FTDA) along 104 Avenue and within walking distance of existing bus rapid transit service (R1 – King George Boulevard to Guildford).  In the OCP, the "Multiple Residential" designation allows a maximum density of 1.5 FAR. For sites located within a FTDA or Urban Centre, that abut a Frequent Transit Network (FTN) or where specifically permitted in a Secondary Land-Use Plan, a maximum density or FAR of 2.0 is permitted.  Given that the subject site does not meet the criteria that would allow a maximum density of 2.0 FAR, the applicant is proposing a Text Amendment to the OCP to increase the maximum permitted density under the Multiple Residential designation from 1.5 FAR to 2.60 FAR (Net).  The site is located within close proximity to a FTDA and roughly 300 metres of an existing FTN (104 Avenue). As such, a higher density multiple residential development on the subject site is supportable given that it promotes walkability, allows for greater housing choice and complies with OCP principles that encourage higher-density developments in areas serviced by FTNs. Public Consultation for Proposed OCP Amendment  Pursuant to Section 475 of the Local Government Act, it was determined that it was not necessary to consult with any persons, organizations or authorities with respect to the proposed OCDP Amendment, other than those contracted as part of the pre-notification process. Themes/Policies  The proposal will support various policies, outlined in the OCP, including the following: o The proposal supports transit-oriented development which includes focusing growth and increased density along frequent transit corridors which supports transit service expansion and rapid transit infrastructure investment;

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