For Niverville’s town council, it’s becoming fairly commonplace to consider requests for the creation of new developments these days. On February 4 at 7:00 p.m., council will open a discussion on the latest proposal by Avedo Inc.
The area under consideration includes a significant section of land bordered from the east and west by Mulberry Avenue and Krahn Road, and Highway 311 and Centre Street to the south and north.
What’s being proposed is the construction of more than 350 residential units to be contained in seven multiuse buildings ranging in height from three to six storeys. Nearly 4,000 square feet is designated as commercial space.
The land immediately abutting the highway, and running the full length of the development, is dedicated almost primarily to commercial use. The exception is a proposal for a six-storey housing unit along that will accommodate some commercial as well.
Should council approve the project as proposed, Niverville could see its third gas station located on 1.5 acres, including a commercial car wash. West of that, another 1.5 acres is being set aside for a quick-serve restaurant with a drive-thru.
A service road running parallel to the highway will provide access to the housing units on the north side and commercial development on the south.
Avedo Inc. is a Steinbach-based business that is already familiar to Niverville. In recent years, a multi-storey rental unit was constructed by Avedo Inc. on the opposite side of Highway 311 near the railway tracks. A second apartment building is already under construction nearby.
Council is receiving objections, support, or comments until January 31from individuals who believe they will be affected by the proposal. Correspondence must be conveyed in writing via email or written letter and submitted to planning@whereyoubelong.ca or in person at 329 Bronstone Drive.
