‘Transformational’ proposal would see 3K housing units built in Dartmouth’s Shannon Park
A development proposal put forward on behalf of Canada Lands Company would see a significant change to the former military housing site, if approved.3,000 dwelling units within a range of building formsaround 7.5 acres of public parkland, including a waterfront parknew public streets, municipal services such as water and sewer, and a transit hubA development proposal for Shannon Park, a former military housing site, would see 3,000 residential units, commercial space and additional development.
“This is what’s going on, we’re ready to move forward,” Mancini says. “It’s been a long time coming to finally get to this stage.” Mancini and his Harbour East – Marine Drive Community Council colleagues gave first reading to a motion Thursday night that will send the development proposal to a public hearing.
A sketch provided by Canada Lands Company shows what the area would look like if the plan is implemented.“We’re really excited about re-engaging with the Dartmouth and Halifax community, that this is a transformational project, it’s an exciting time,” says Mary Jarvis, the acting senior director for Canada Lands Company in the Atlantic region.“We’re well aware that affordable housing is a priority to the Dartmouth and Halifax community. It’s a priority across the country,” Jarvis says.
Canada Lands Company says it has a working relationship with Millbrook First Nation, which owns nearby land.
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