8th and Carnarvon
Redefining Downtown New Westminster
8th and Carnarvon proposal will enhance the tower precinct and continue the neighborhood's transformation into an urban mixed used area. The proposal includes a hotel with 145 rooms, 11,000 sf of retail at grade, a 44-storey residential tower with 469 units and a publicly accessible dog park.
The site is currently occupied by a series of 1 and 2-storey commercial buildings and a surface parking lot.
Reliance Properties submitted a rezoning and special development permit application back in July of 2019 and on March 26th, 2024, the proposal was supported by New Westminster Design Panel!
As part of the next steps, we want to hear from the local community!
Developer: Reliance Properties
Architect: Yamamoto Architecture
Redefining Downtown New Westminster
8th and Carnarvon proposal will enhance the tower precinct and continue the neighborhood's transformation into an urban mixed used area. The proposal includes a hotel with 145 rooms, 11,000 sf of retail at grade, a 44-storey residential tower with 469 units and a publicly accessible dog park.
The site is currently occupied by a series of 1 and 2-storey commercial buildings and a surface parking lot.
Reliance Properties submitted a rezoning and special development permit application back in July of 2019 and on March 26th, 2024, the proposal was supported by New Westminster Design Panel!
As part of the next steps, we want to hear from the local community!
Developer: Reliance Properties
Architect: Yamamoto Architecture
The Process
The current design represent multiple rounds of review discussed with the City of New Westminster.
On March 26th 2024, New Westminster Design Panel provided feedback and expressed support for the current proposal.
On June 5th, 2024 Reliance Properties will be hosting a Public Open House at the Douglas College Campus in New Westminster.
In addition, there will be a series of meetings with neighborhood and business associations to gather further feedback.
The Process
The current design represent multiple rounds of review discussed with the City of New Westminster.
On March 26th 2024, New Westminster Design Panel provided feedback and expressed support for the current proposal.
On June 5th, 2024 (6-8pm) Reliance Properties will be hosting a Public Open House at the Douglas College Campus in New Westminster.
In addition, there will be a series of meetings with neighborhood and business associations to gather further feedback.
Open House Details
On June 5th, 2024 Reliance Properties will be hosting a Public Open House at the Douglas College Campus in New Westminster.
Open House Details
Time: 6:00-8:00pm (drop-in)
Location: Douglas College Campus
Main Concourse
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
Open House Details
On June 5th, 2024 Reliance Properties will be hosting a Public Open House at the Douglas College Campus in New Westminster.
Open house Details
Time: 6:00-8:00pm (drop-in)
Location: Douglas College Campus
Main Concourse
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
"This mixed use proposal, when completed, will deliver a unique retail streetscape and a brand new hotel to support local businesses and Anvil Center, to generate economic growth, and enhance the vibrancy of the downtown core. In addition, the new tower will provide over 460 new homes for the much needed transit-oriented urban lifestyle in New Westminster."
Reliance Properties
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The proposal brings new life and vibrancy to the site with a mix of uses and public benefits. The proposal achieves it by:
- Enhancing the site with an improved public experience that is safe and deeply connected to the character of New Westminster downtown.
- Creating housing stock to support diverse housing needs.
- Delivering high-quality architectural elements that respect and enhance New Westminster skyline.
Vibrant Retail
- 11,000 sf of neighborhood oriented retail.
- Opportunities for restaurants and cafes with outdoor patios.
- Creation of a more walkable downtown by completing the streetscape with, bike lanes, layered landscape and seating opportunities.
- Bringing life and activity to the tower precinct.
A New Hotel
- Inclusion of a 8-storey hotel with 145 rooms.
- 10,000sf of new meeting and event spaces in the hotel .
- New opportunities to bring more events to the Anvil Center.
- Increasing accommodation opportunities in downtown.
Creating Community
- New publicly accessible 4,000 sf dog park and landscaped plaza area (1,700sf of fenced dog play area).
- Publicly Accessible Plaza at Eighth and Agnes Street.
- Seating opportunities along Eighth to help navigate the steep slope.
- Special pedestrian friendly paving along Blackie and Victoria Streets.
- Building Portal on Blackie Street framing the access to the tower Precinct.
- Opportunities for street murals and art along Blackie Street.
New Living Options
- Wide range of unit typologies from one-bedrooms to three-bedroom townhouse units.
- Private outdoor amenities for the development inclusive of kids play area, dog relief area and outdoor dining.
- Close proximity to sky train for faster commutes and a sustainable lifestyle.
- All units include a balcony or patio.
The current proposal is in compliance of City of New Westminster Zoning, Official Community Plan (OCP), Downtown Community Plan, Downtown Development Permit Area Guidelines, and Downtown Building and Public Realm Design Guidelines and Master Plan (DBPRGMP).
Site Breakdown
(47,858 ft²)
- 16,642 ft² Open Area
- 33,043 ft² Building Footprint
- Including a dog park and a covered street
469 residential units
(30% Family Units)
- 328 One Bedroom Units
- 86 Two Bedroom Units
- 55 Three Bedroom Units
6 retail units
- 11,000 ft² in total
Bike Parking
- 712 long-term bicycle parking stalls and 24 short-term bicycle parking stalls
21,700ft² of open space
- Outdoor rooftop patio, green roof and dog park.
- Building designed to conform with ENERGY STEP CODE 3
New Hotel
- Including 145 guest rooms, meeting rooms, restaurant and event space
You can download a copy of the current rezoning submitter drawings here: Architecture Drawings, Landscape Drawings.
Online Survey
Additional Resources
Download the Rezoning/Heritage Alteration Permit Application R3 for more information on the proposal being considered. This includes information about how this proposal aligns with existing guidelines and bylaws.
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