(03-11-2015, 12:25 PM)mbender123 Wrote:(03-11-2015, 11:26 AM)YKF Wrote: It's cheaper to build with wood than with steel/concrete. Wood-frame construction is permitted to achieve 6 storeys in Ontario.
That is correct. further to this conversation the developer/sales rep indicate that the second building is now going to be 6 storeys rather than 4. Apparently sales are going really well and they are taking advantage of that and adding 2 more floors to the second condo building!
The second building which was originally to be 4 storeys can be confirmed as being upgraded to 6 through the City of Kitchener GIS permit info
- 14125889 - Status Letter Sent
Permit Description
PERMIT IS TO CONSTRUCT A 6 STOREY 114 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING.
Special Conditions
site plan Building B
Contractor
Contractor Contact
Construction Value
$9200000.00
Update for the site: Building A has most of the glazing installed and brick laying is underway. My understanding is that units will be ready by the end of this year. The rebar has been placed for the base of the parking garage for building B and a new tower crane base installed, presumably the existing crane will simply be re-located.