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Victoria City Council has approved a bold downtown redevelopment: a 12-storey rental building replacing the aging Broughton Square Parkade, bringing 242 units and 1,000+ sq. ft. of commercial space to Old Town. Though two councillors opposed it over height concerns, supporters tout revitalization potential, including a new public plaza beside St. Andrew’s Church — possibly even expanding onto church land in exchange for parking for congregants. The parkade, nearing end-of-life with declining use, will be demolished regardless; existing parking can handle reduced demand. The new tower includes just 141 underground stalls for residents — a sharp drop from current capacity — but offers a vibrant future for the block. Final approvals and timelines pending, this marks a major urban shift.
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