A property owner is asking Kimberley city council to approve a development permit for a multi-unit, mixed-use commercial-residential building at 120 Howard St.
The proposal includes six leasable commercial units on the main and first floors, along with nine residential units above, featuring a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom homes. The building would include a parkade with eight vehicle parking spaces and 20 spots for bicycles.
The proposal fits the current zoning bylaws and community plan since the property is already zoned for automobile-related commercial use, which car washes fit within the guidelines for.
The development permit has certain conditions that must be met before construction can begin such as approval of access from the Ministry of Transportation, permits for driveways, signage, building, and plumbing. Along with providing plans showing snow storage, property line screening, dark-sky lighting to reduce glare, and confirmation that all parcels are combined under one address and roll number
The car wash has been operating since 1998 and was recently upgraded with an automatic wash. The new expansion will increase capacity, and could lead to more vehicle traffic in the area.
Traffic access will be limited with vehicles only able to enter from Highway 95A (304th Street), and no exit of commercial traffic will be allowed on 304th Street.
The property owner is asking council to approve the development permit with the outlined conditions. Council may also delay the decision or deny it if concerns are raised.
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