BURNABY

The City of Burnaby has been actively leasing city-owned properties to non-profit housing providers and other government agencies at a nominal rate to increase the supply of non-market housing in the city. This report provides an update on recent non-market housing projects on these city-owned sites, which will result in a total of 1,040 units (plus additional units for the Sunset/Kincaid site) with the city's financial contribution of approximately $172,438,000.

• 3838 Hastings Street: 161 non-market rental units, child care, and commercial space. 60-year nominal lease to S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Affordable Housing Society. City contribution: $31,364,700.
• 7898 18th Avenue - Eunice Oh Residences: 25 units for seniors and families. 60-year nominal lease to New Vista Society. City contribution: $3,548,311.

• Site #1 - 6889 Royal Oak Avenue: 134 non-market rental units and 6 market commercial units. 60-year nominal lease to Catalyst Community Developments Society. City contribution: $22,569,275.

The City of Burnaby received a petition from Edward Pereira requesting an exemption for the Brentwood Park area from the application of Bill 47, a Transit Oriented Development (TOD) legislation. The petition, certified by the Corporate Officer, contained a total of 298 names and was presented to the City Council on April 29, 2024.

• The petition seeks to prevent the Brentwood Park area from being subjected to the TOD zoning under Bill 47, which could lead to the development of 12 and 8 storey towers in the neighborhood.
• The petition was filed with the Corporate Officer on April 23, 2024 and met all the requirements set out in the Community Charter.
• The Corporate Officer certified that the petition contained 298 names, including 138 names from the petition and 160 names from 58 emails that provided consent and their civic address.
• The City's website provides further details about the petition process under the Meetings & Public Hearings / Petition Process section.

• Recommendation: The petition has been received for information by the City Council.
• The City will now consider the petition and its implications for the Brentwood Park area in relation to the application of Bill 47.

The City of Burnaby has provided an update on the status of several major civic building projects, including the Rosemary Brown Arena, Confederation Park Covered Sports Box, Riverway Covered Sports Box, Fire Hall #4, and Fire Hall #8.

• Located in Edmonds Town Centre, the arena features two NHL-sized pads and can accommodate various sports and events.
• Provisional occupancy was granted in late December, with full occupancy expected once outstanding items on the roof-top patio are complete.
• Recreation staff have moved in and are setting up for programming to begin in April.

• The project replaces the existing outdoor lacrosse courts with a new covered multi-sport box.
• The project has achieved substantial completion, with remaining deficiencies being addressed.
• Recreation staff are developing schedules and allocation of space for future uses, including lacrosse, ball hockey, pickleball, and more.

• The project involves covering the existing multi-sport court at the Riverway Sports Complex and providing covered spectator seating.
• Construction is nearing completion and is expected to be finalized in Q1 2024.
• Remaining works include BC Hydro meter installation, commissioning, and final inspection for occupancy.

• The replacement of the existing Fire Hall #4 on Duthie Avenue was identified as a priority project.
• Construction is nearing completion, with works expected to be finalized in Q1 2024.
• Ongoing activities include completion of electrical distribution, BC Hydro connection, gym flooring, interior glazing, and millwork.

The City of Burnaby is providing an update on the status of several major civic building projects, including arenas, sports facilities, fire halls, and a childcare center.

• The facility features two NHL-sized ice rinks and various amenities.
• Provisional occupancy has been granted, with full occupancy expected soon.

• The project replaces the existing lacrosse box with a new multi-sport covered facility.
• Substantial completion has been achieved.

• The project involves covering the existing multi-sport court and providing covered spectator seating.
• Construction is nearing completion.

• Fire Hall #4 (Duthie Avenue): Construction is nearing completion, with remaining work on electrical, flooring, and landscaping.
• Fire Hall #8 (Burnaby Mountain): Construction is progressing, with structural steel, framing, and formwork underway. Completion is expected in Q2 2024.

• The rink slab and dasher boards will be replaced.
• Construction is expected to be complete in Q3 2024.

• The project will provide 74 childcare spaces.
• Design is progressing, with construction anticipated to be complete by Q4 2024.

• The redevelopment will include a 50m pool, NHL-sized arena, and other amenities.
• Design works and due diligence for costing are underway.

The City of Burnaby is considering a $3,054,700 grant from the Community Benefit Bonus Affordable Housing Reserve (CBBAHR) to S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Affordable Housing Society for the development of a new non-market housing project at 3838 Hastings Street. The project was previously approved by Council in 2017 and received provincial funding in 2018.

• Location: 3838 Hastings Street (formerly 3802 Hastings Street)
• Applicant: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Affordable Housing Society
• Project: 6-storey, mixed-use building with 161 non-market rental units
• Affordability: Approximately 70% of units will be affordable to households with very low and low incomes
• Total City Contribution: $31,364,700, including the grant and the assessed value of the land

• Approved: Council approved S.U.C.C.E.S.S. for the development in 2017 and granted Final Adoption of Rezoning Bylaw #19-03 in 2023.
• Pending: Council is now considering the $3,054,700 grant request from the CBBAHR to offset capital costs for the project.

This update covers the status of market and non-market rental units in Burnaby as of December 31, 2023.

• Market Rental Units: 500 units are currently under construction, with an additional 300 units recently completed.
• Non-Market Rental Units: 200 units are in the rezoning process, with construction expected to begin in Q2 2024.

Update on major civic building projects status as of February 20, 2024.

• South Burnaby Rosemary Brown Arena: Provisional occupancy granted, full occupancy pending completion of roof-top patio.
• Confederation Park Covered Sports Box: Project nearing completion with final works in progress.
• Riverway Covered Sports Box: Construction nearing completion, expected to be finalized in Q1 2024.
• Fire Hall #4 (Duthie Avenue): Construction nearing completion, expected to be finalized in Q1 2024.
• Fire Hall #8 (Burnaby Mountain): Construction progressing with various works underway, expected to be finished in Q2 2024.

City of Burnaby Development Permit Transition Overview:

• Development Permit Transition: Planning and Development Committee endorsed the future use of Development Permits in Burnaby, delegating approval to staff based on the report dated February 14, 2024.
• Transition Process: The new Development Permit system aims to streamline development by reducing reliance on rezoning, with tools available to regulate development and types of Development Permits discussed.
• Development Permit Areas: Enabled through the Local Government Act, DPAs can be designated for various purposes such as protection, revitalization, energy conservation, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
• Legislative Changes: Recent amendments to the Local Government Act and provincial policy encourage transitioning from rezoning to pre-zoning for residential developments.

The City of Burnaby's Financial Management Committee received an update on the status of major civic building projects, including the South Burnaby Rosemary Brown Arena, Confederation Park Covered Sports Box, Riverway Covered Sports Box, Fire Hall #4 on Duthie Avenue, and Fire Hall #8 on Burnaby Mountain.

• Provisional occupancy granted, with full occupancy pending completion of roof-top patio

• Project nearing completion with final works in progress

• Construction nearing completion, expected to be finalized in Q1 2024

• Construction nearing completion, expected to be finalized in Q1 2024

• Construction progressing with various works underway
• Completion of structural steel welding and further excavation are included in the construction, which is expected to be finished in Q2 2024

Approval of amended Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan in Brentwood Town Centre recommended.

• Rezoning Application: Received for master plan amendment in Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan.
• Public Consultation: Staff authorized to gather public input on preliminary concepts and vision.
• Legislative Updates:
  • Bill 47-2023: Housing Statutes Amendment Act 2023 granted Royal Assent by BC Legislature.
  • Transit-Oriented Areas: Specific densities mandated based on proximity to transit stations.
  • Residential Density: Permitted at 5.0 FAR within 200m of transit hub in Brentwood site.