Satisfying the concerns of the stakeholders through community consultation is an important element in our planning process.
Hynes Developments has held over 20 community information nights and have held various meetings with community groups. While this process is lengthy, it is an important component to ensure North Shore citizens are informed and embrace the Seylynn Village concept.
The public hearing on January 22 2008 received considerable support for the proposal. Of the 36 people who provided input, only 2 expressed concern. Their main objections concentrated on traffic and resisting the concept of densification, both of which have been addressed. Below are excerpts from the public information meeting on January 22 2008 held in the Council of Chamber of the District Municipal Hall, North Vancouver.
Steve Hynes is a progressive thinker and it will be beneficial to have one of his buildings, of the proposed magnitude, in the DNV."
The proposed changes will improve traffic in the long run."
Possibly the most exemplary development of sustainable objectives in the region."
Requests that Council proceed with this kind of development which is good, not only for the District of North Vancouver, but also for the region."
Seylynn Village provides the District with an opportunity to transform the subject neighbourhood into a truly great place to live and it would be a tragedy to miss this by denying the process... this innovative, progressive thinking, as well as the quality of the proposed design is very positive... [it] offers a perfect opportunity for the community to include a diverse population and is an innovative way to offer affordable housing stock with sustainable options."
Seylynn Village will provide opportunities for people most in need: those with disabilities, seniors, younger families and single people.."
British Columbia needs more projects like the one proposed. The project sounds absolutely amazing.."
What is being proposed is a robust, sustainable community which meets the needs of the people from a softer, more respectful footprint."
The project will increase traffic at the busiest intersection in North Vancouver."
There is already a high density of people who travel over the Second Narrows Bridge constantly."
The solution to the problem requires looking at the root causes. Residents living in North Vancouver travelling daily to Vancouver and people who cannot afford to live in North Vancouver, but service it, are the ones who are use this bridge.
Seylynn Village proposes to provide jobs and housing for those who interested in living and working in the area. We will also offer carless incentives such as priority for purchasing certain types of units. By addressing the problems directly, we hope to be apart of the traffic solution, not fuel the problem.