Decisions on Rezoning Application, Temporary Commercial Use Permit, and Heritage Awards
The Planning Committee approved a rezoning application by Wilton Properties Ltd. for 6840 and 6860 No. 3 Road and 8051 Anderson Road, changing the zoning from Downtown Commercial to Residential/Limited Commercial. Discussions focused on parking provisions and unit mix, with staff and applicant agreeing to address committee concerns regarding loading facilities and studio unit numbers before Council consideration. A temporary commercial use permit application for 8620 and 8660 Beckwith Road (parking use) was also approved and forwarded to a public hearing. Finally, the committee noted the upcoming opening of nominations for the 2025 Richmond Heritage Awards.