City council has mixed opinions on a pair of Calgary Co-op redevelopment schemes. Earlier this week, council gave their thumbs-up to the grocer's $300 million plan to densify their Dalhousie location, but a less development-intense vision for their Oakridge spot is being sent back to Co-op and local Councillor Jeremy Farkas for adjustments.

The Boulevard at Dalhousie, image via Co-op

The proposed land use amendment for the complex at Dalhousie Drive NW and Shaganappi Trail NW, submitted in conjunction with Quarry Bay Developments, seeks permission for the development of 440 residential units and approximately 135,000 square feet of commercial, retail and office space.

The final development plan proposes six new buildings, along with a relocated gas bar. The tallest building would rise to a height of 22 storeys and 75 metres, but would also step down towards the new store. The second-tallest building is proposed at ten storeys and 35 metres.

The Boulevard at Dalhousie, image via Co-op

Council gave their approval to the Dalhousie land use application on Tuesday. The development permit that was submitted concurrently, and conditionally approved on December 14, will now be given final approval. 

But Council wasn't as kind to Co-op's blueprint for their property at 2580 Southland Drive SW. After numerous revisions, the final development plan proposes four new buildings, with the tallest building heights settling at 44 metres and 26.5 metres, or 12 and seven storeys. A total of 270 residential units and 154,000 square feet of commercial space are eyed for the site.

Oakridge Crossing, image via Co-op

The land use amendment presented to the Calgary Planning Commission on November 16 was recommended to council for approval. When it arrived on Monday, some councillors were underwhelmed with the project, especially in relation to the future bus rapid transit development along 24 Street SW. The land use application received first reading, but council chose to withhold the second and third reading of the bylaw. The development permit application has yet to be approved by the Calgary Planning Commission. 

Calgary Co-op is also planning on redeveloping their presence at 16th Avenue NE and Brentwood. Additional images and information can be found in the Database files linked below. Want to get involved in the discussion or share your photos? Check out the associated Forum threads or leave a comment in the field provided at the bottom of this page.