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Tag Archives: expansion
A debate on Smart Growth Policy and the South of Fraser
With the Metro Vancouver region set to grow by another 1 million people over the next 20 years and with most of that growth set to occur in Surrey and the South of Fraser, there has been a call by … Continue reading
Posted in Events
Tagged Development, expansion, planning, Smart Growth, transit, urban village
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New Port Mann overpass a wasted gateway opportunity
While the City seems to have developed a newfound appreciation for arts and culture, it appears the Province failed to receive the memo. A new pedestrian overpass is nearing completion over the expanded stretch of Highway 1 near Johnston Hill. … Continue reading
Surrey ready for transit improvements
Last night I attended the public consultation for TransLink’s “Moving Forward” plan for transportation improvements in the region. While you can read more about the plan on a previous post, I really want to talk about the evening. This public … Continue reading
Surrey should be building mixed-use corridors, not high-rise buildings.
I came across an article the other day called “More low-down on tall buildings”. While it’s worth checking out the whole article, the following two sentences stood out: The proposition that tall buildings are necessary to prevent suburban sprawl is … Continue reading
Posted in Development, Transport
Tagged corridors, density, Development, downtown, expansion, pedestrian, surrey, SxD, TOD, transit, transit oriented development, transport
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Guildford Mall set for phase two of expansion, renewal
As Guildford continues construction on its new Wal-Mart and parkade, phase two of the modernization and expansion of the archaic mall is set to begin soon. Owners Invahoe Cambridge are proposing a myriad of improvements to the shopping centre, including: … Continue reading
Posted in Guildford
Tagged bc, expansion, food court, guildford mall, modernization, parkade, renewal, shopping centre, surrey, walmart
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Mayor Watts support transit expansion for Surrey
As reported on Frances Bula’s blog, Mayor Watts sent the following letter to the media in support of transit expansion. Do We Want our Region to Become Los Angeles? Let’s make one thing clear: Metro Vancouver Mayors approved a two … Continue reading
Lobby renovations for Surrey Memorial
A development proposal has been initiated that would see Surrey Memorial’s north lobby expanded and renovated. The new lobby will feature a large reception and waiting area, office space and a small cafe. The project is part of a series … Continue reading
Posted in Development, Healthcare, Whalley
Tagged bc, construction, expansion, health, Healthcare, hospital, lobby, memorial, renovation, smh, surrey
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