(December 2023) Couverdon Real Estate has submitted a formal application for the Benchlands Project to the City of Powell River. The application proposes a Local Area Plan (LAP) and Comprehensive Development Zone (CD Zone) for the property – which will require amendments to the Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw. The proposed plan accommodates a diverse range of housing types, with flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the community during each phase – and sets aside significant portions of the property for green spaces that include riparian areas, wildlife corridors and trail connections for pedestrians and cyclists. The City will now review the application and consider recommendations for council to consider. Watch here, or sign up for the email newsletter (above), for updates throughout the process.
Benchlands intro coming to Council this Fall
(September 2024) Project Update: After submitting the project’s application in December 2023, Couverdon has been advised it will be brought