PPS Policy # Policy Response
  account existing building stock or areas, including brownfield sites, and the availability of suitable existing or planned infrastructure and public service facilities required to accommodate projected needs.  
1.1.3.4 Appropriate development standards should be promoted which facilitate intensification, redevelopment and compact form, while avoiding or mitigating risks to public health and safety. The proposed conversion from commercial to residential will be built with a high standard of construction allowing a seamless integration with the existing area, including the re-use of sidewalks and parking.There will be no risks to the public.
1.1.3.5 Planning authorities shall establish and implement minimum targets for intensification and redevelopment within built-up areas, based on local conditions. The City has established targets for intensification and redevelopment. The proposed development will assist in meeting those targets as the Site is located in an existing built-up area and will add two (2) new residential units without any impact from the removal of the commercial uses.
1.1.3.6 New development taking place in designated growth areas should occur adjacent to the existing built-up area and should have a compact form, mix of uses and densities that allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public service facilities. The proposed development does have a compact form with the use of the existing building design.The low profile density will allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public services
1.4.1 To provide for an appropriate range and mix of housing options and densities required to meet projected requirements of current and future residents of the regional The proposed development will provide for a mix of housing options and density in the existing built-up area.