In the end, a tweaked plan for a six-storey, 32-unit condominium building at 613 Herald St. in Victoria’s Chinatown was the solution that everyone could live with.
In fact, Lloyd Houghton, spokesman for the neighbouring strata council at 601 Herald St. told city council the revised design for 613 Herald St. could well be “worthy of preservation by future generations.”
The thumbs-up contrasted with earlier concerns of neighbouring condo owners and the Downtown Residents Association. Both said an initial proposal did not complement nearby buildings, suit historic Chinatown or appear to take into account impacts on sunlight and airflows for many neighbouring units and an outdoor garden.
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