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The controversial Aggasiz Road supportive housing project received the final stamp of approval from city council on Monday.
Council approved a development permit for the four-storey, 52-unit building designed to provide homes and social services for homeless and at-risk Kelowna residents.
With the contentious rezoning process having already taken place, the building’s overall design and landscaping received praise from councilors.
“Technically I opposed the zoning, but that ship has sailed and I lost that fight,” said councillor Charlie Hodge.
“However, I don't oppose the building’s design, it has some good green space and looks quite good.”
Hodge finished his statement by commenting that Kelowna is now in the midst of a “drug war” which it is currently losing.
Councillor Brad Sieben used his comments to reiterate that the project fit from a rezoning perspective but the onus is now on BC Housing to make sure it fits in the community.
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