The development of this land requires servicing, roads, sidewalks, etc. The fewer homes built will raise the cost of each property because the cost of infrastructure will remain the same.
I agree that the original proposal for 58 units was too much and too crowded.
Coun. Lorie Garritty came up with a very good motion to have 28 units built instead.
Coun. Roger Lemieux added good logic to his amended motion that allowed building to a maximum of 34 homes. This now allows the city planning department and Habitat for Humanity some wiggle room in the design, keeping in mind that the homes have to be affordable so that they are in fact dwellings that Habitat can use their volunteer resources to complete the work.
Myself and many people in this community admire the direction and hard work that this council has demonstrated and it’s about time that we recognize that. They represent this entire city (which happens to be great to live and play in)
I was pleased to see a unanimous vote last Monday on the final motion. I have faith that this council will do what is best for the City of St Albert.
Cam Bourque, St. Albert
