The applicant, National Church Residences, seeks a variance to construct an 84-unit apartment building for seniors on an existing parking lot at 494 St. Clair Avenue. The request includes temporary continued use of the parking lot until redevelopment or until May 31, 2025. Variances for building setback reductions and parking reductions are included in this request, aligning with the neighborhood's urban development pattern. The parking reduction is supported as it reflects the tenant population’s diminished need for parking. The development is consistent with providing more affordable housing for seniors in the area.
This project addresses the need for affordable senior housing and aligns with urban development patterns while also balancing the temporary parking needs of the adjacent religious facility.