Developer ‘anxiously’ awaits judge’s decision on Granite Curling Club construction

The developer of a controversial project that would add 110 housing units to the Granite Curling Club's parking lot has begun investigative work at the site while awaiting a judge's decision on construction. Jeremy Read, Chief Executive Officer of UWCRC 2.0 Inc., stated that the initial digging was for investigative purposes and not preparation for actual construction.

The developer mentioned that a heritage resources impact assessment would determine if the site has any archeological significance, checking for fossils and unmarked graves. A legal challenge could affect the construction timeline, and Read emphasized that they were anxiously awaiting the judge's decision. The project's price has risen to $44 million due to construction inflation, interest charges, and tariffs.

The 110 housing units will include 56 affordable homes, with some charging below the province's affordable housing guideline. The curling club is concerned that construction could begin before receiving a formal parking plan from the city, which would result in a loss of parking stalls for members.