Commercial Drive sub-area workshop
What do the next few decades hold for Commercial Drive (between Grandview Highway and Hastings Street)? The Drive is an eclectic high street with layers of rich history, a diverse array of independent shops and services, social and cultural facilities, and a thriving public life. In addition to its well-known commercial character, the Drive is also home to a number of apartments and other housing options. In 2011, Spacing Magazine named Commercial Drive one of the top-10 public spaces in the province – reflecting on the Drive’s role as both a neighbourhood-serving street and a regional draw.
At this workshop community members will look at the draft policies that were developed for the sub-area, review the community feedback that was received, and discuss refinements to the policy directions. The discussion will help to identify key options for land-use and building types, housing, movement, local economy, public spaces and more. This work will then be integrated into the larger, neighbourhood-wide planning process, including the work of the Grandview-Woodland Citizens’ Assembly.
The workshop is FREE, but please register to attend. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Childcare is available upon request.