PLANAPP 2024-01200 - 2 Kousa Lane, Cole Harbour

Request

OT Developments has submitted an application to amend the existing development agreement for 2 Koussa Lane in Cole Harbour. The proposed amendment would allow for the addition of 16 new dwelling units, increasing the total number of units in the development from 16 to 32.

Proposal

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The proposed amendment seeks to enable the addition of 16 new dwelling units, increasing the total number of units within the development to 32. As part of the application, the applicant has submitted an updated landscape plan, added bicycle parking and enhancements to the overall design of the site. All other elements of the existing development agreement, including the intended land use and building layout will remain unchanged.

The major aspects of the proposal are as follows:

• The addition of 16 dwelling units to the approved 16-unit townhome development.
• No building footprint or building design changes are proposed.
• Improved landscaping and additional bike parking and improved siteworks.

The Development Plans (provided below) outline the development proposal in detail, and include information related to the built form, unit layout, parking details, and driveway access.

Process

The application will be considered under the Development Agreement Amendment process. 

Status

This application is currently in the public consultation stage. The engagement period is ongoing, and staff have distributed a fact sheet to residents within an 80-metre radius of the property. Staff are now accepting public comments regarding the proposed planning application. 

Documents Submitted for Evaluation

The applicant has submitted plans and studies required by HRM staff to properly evaluate the application. The documents are also available for review at the Planning Applications office in Downtown Halifax.