The city is calling for community feedback on transit-oriented areas and nearby corridors in Southwest Coquitlam.
There is still time to provide input on proposed land use changes in and around provincially designated Transit-Oriented Areas and along corridors in Southwest Coquitlam.
The proposed changes address new provincial rules in Transit-Oriented Areas and guide the development of homes, parks, transportation networks, and commercial spaces in adjacent areas, known as shoulders, near the Burquitlam and Lougheed Town Centre SkyTrain Station Transit-Oriented Areas, as well as on Austin and Como Lake Avenues.
Residents can visit LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/TransitOrientedAreas to complete a survey or drop a pin on an interactive map to provide feedback on the proposed changes. The survey will close on July 14.
Community feedback will shape land use plans to reflect local priorities. Feedback will be used to refine proposed land use concepts before presentation to City Council this fall.
Public input will be considered alongside legislated requirements, technical studies, best practices, and Council feedback to develop a new land use plan for these areas.
Over the past six weeks, the city has engaged with the community through various in-person and virtual input opportunities. The Let’s Talk project page provides a virtual information session recording, an online survey, and an interactive map for collecting feedback.
Those unable to attend the engagement sessions can connect with the project team by emailing HousingChanges@Coquitlam.ca.
The online survey, which takes 10-15 minutes, covers topics including land use changes, park improvements, and transportation priorities.
The interactive map allows residents to drop pins and leave comments on significant areas, providing insights into what works and what areas need improvement.
The Transit-Oriented Areas Update Project was initiated after new housing legislation in late 2023 designated areas within 800 meters of SkyTrain stations as Transit-Oriented Areas, subject to rules for higher density and taller buildings.
Alongside implementing these regulations, Coquitlam is reviewing surrounding ‘shoulder’ areas to create a seamless transition in building forms and density within Southwest Coquitlam.
The project also examines key corridors of Austin and Como Lake avenues to understand the community’s vision and address previously identified issues through the Southwest Housing Review.
For ongoing updates on housing changes, resources like FAQs are available on LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/ProvincialHousingChanges.
Residents are encouraged to visit LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/TransitOrientedAreas for detailed information, subscribe to Coquitlam Current emails, or follow @CityOfCoquitlam on social media for updates.
For media inquiries, contact Renée De St. Croix, Director of Urban Planning and Design, at 604-927-3430 or DevInfo@coquitlam.ca.
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