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WRH Plan Redevelopment Project - 82 Wilson Ave, Kitchener

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This project supports the Region of Waterloo's Strategic Plan Growing with Care:


Welcome to the 82 Wilson EngageWR page! Thank you for your interest in this new affordable housing project planned for the City of Kitchener. This project will help reduce the wait list of people who need housing in this neighbourhood and it will provide an opportunity to expand services for existing and new tenants.

In 2019, Regional Council approved the Waterloo Region Housing (WRH) Master Plan (see Council report: Addendum Community Services Committee Agenda - November 5, 2019 (regionofwaterloo.ca)). An outcome of the Master Plan was the creation of a WRH revitalization strategy for existing WRH properties. The strategy involved evaluating all 65 WRH sites to determine which have the most potential for redevelopment based on site assessments. The five sites recommended for redevelopment have relatively high community housing waiting lists, which would be reduced with revitalization. Also, there are several existing services available at these sites which can be expanded as part of the revitalization through community-based needs. The combination of selected sites ensures that affordable units are developed on the central transit corridor and meet the needs of each of the three cities.

82 Wilson was one of the recommended properties for revitalization. The site is located next to two WRH properties (84 Wilson and 210 Fourth) and is close to transit and many community amenities. The new building, will contain 48 one-bedroom units that will serve seniors in the community.

This project will make a huge difference in the lives of many people waiting for an affordable home. It is urgently needed and is supported by the City of Kitchener and the Region of Waterloo.

We look forward to engaging with you on this exciting development.

Visit and subscribe to this page to receive project updates and ask questions.


This project supports the Region of Waterloo's Strategic Plan Growing with Care:


Welcome to the 82 Wilson EngageWR page! Thank you for your interest in this new affordable housing project planned for the City of Kitchener. This project will help reduce the wait list of people who need housing in this neighbourhood and it will provide an opportunity to expand services for existing and new tenants.

In 2019, Regional Council approved the Waterloo Region Housing (WRH) Master Plan (see Council report: Addendum Community Services Committee Agenda - November 5, 2019 (regionofwaterloo.ca)). An outcome of the Master Plan was the creation of a WRH revitalization strategy for existing WRH properties. The strategy involved evaluating all 65 WRH sites to determine which have the most potential for redevelopment based on site assessments. The five sites recommended for redevelopment have relatively high community housing waiting lists, which would be reduced with revitalization. Also, there are several existing services available at these sites which can be expanded as part of the revitalization through community-based needs. The combination of selected sites ensures that affordable units are developed on the central transit corridor and meet the needs of each of the three cities.

82 Wilson was one of the recommended properties for revitalization. The site is located next to two WRH properties (84 Wilson and 210 Fourth) and is close to transit and many community amenities. The new building, will contain 48 one-bedroom units that will serve seniors in the community.

This project will make a huge difference in the lives of many people waiting for an affordable home. It is urgently needed and is supported by the City of Kitchener and the Region of Waterloo.

We look forward to engaging with you on this exciting development.

Visit and subscribe to this page to receive project updates and ask questions.


  • Construction Update - Fall 2024

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    Hello Wilson Avenue Community!

    As you may have seen, construction has been going well and there has been great progress with the interior and exterior work over the last few months, including:

    • Most of the building façade is complete
    • Installation of the roof
    • Installation of windows and doors for residential units
    • Completion of underground electrical work
    • Completion of exterior building link connection
    • Beginning of elevator installation

    What to expect in the coming months?

    Over the winter months the following work will take place:

    • Installation of the new elevator
    • Interior unit framing
    • Interior unit insulation and interior unit drywalling
    • Building façade finishes

    Anticipated Construction Completion

    The redevelopment of 84 Wilson Ave is on track to be completed and occupied by Summer 2025.

    We would love to stay connected with you!

    Please connect with us if you have any questions about the project:

    Email: wrhredevelopments@regionofwaterloo.ca(External link)

    Phone: 519-575-4400 ext. 6000

    Regards,

    The 82 Wilson Project Team

  • Construction Update - Spring 2024

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    Hello Wilson Avenue Community!

    There has been great construction progress with the redevelopment of the 82-84 Wilson Ave property! The following represents some of the construction work that has been completed and is underway:

    • Installation of 3rd and 4th floor walls
    • Installation of plumbing rough-ins
    • Installation of 2nd and 3rd floor walls for building connection to 84 Wilson
    • New geothermal well currently being drilled

    What to expect in the summer months?

    Over the summer months the following work will take place:

    • Exterior walls of floors 4 to 6 to be complete
    • Installation of the roof

    In addition to the construction of 82 Wilson, there are other construction projects happening nearby that are impacting nearby streets. These projects include:

    • Window replacements at 84 Wilson
    • Roof replacement at 84 Wilson
    • Work on Wilson Ave watermain replacement

    Road access signs have been placed to redirect traffic where required.

    Anticipated Construction Completion

    The redevelopment of 84 Wilson Ave is on track to be completed and occupied by Summer 2025.

    We would love to stay connected with you!

    Please connect with us if you have any questions about the project:

    Email: wrhredevelopments@regionofwaterloo.ca(External link)

    Phone: 519-575-4400 ext. 6000


    Regards,

    The 82 Wilson Project Team

  • Tender for builder awarded

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    On Wednesday, August 30 Regional Council approved the tender for a new affordable housing build at 82 Wilson Ave. in Kitchener. The tender was awarded to Melloul-Blamey Construction Inc., a construction company based in Waterloo. Neighbours of the property will begin to see activity taking place as construction gets underway in late September.

    For more information on the Council decision please see the full Council report at: T2023 –127 82 Wilson Ave, Kitchener - 6 Storey Residential Development (under PQ2022-10) (escribemeetings.com)

    Thank you,

    The 82 Wilson project team

  • Neighbourhood Meeting on Aug 8, 2022

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    Hello Neighbours!

    Your community is moving closer to providing a home for individuals and families anxiously waiting for affordable housing.

    A new affordable housing development is coming to 82 Wilson Avenue. The new 48 unit building will be home to seniors living in Waterloo Region. Design of the new building is well underway and we are inviting you to learn how these homes will be built in your community. We are looking forward to hearing your feedback and questions around how these new homes will enhance your neighbourhood and the broader community.

    We are hosting an online neighbourhood meeting so that the project team and architect can showcase the design of the property.

    We hope you will engage with us in the following way:

    If you would like to attend the online neighbourhood meeting, please register at the link below. After you register you will be sent the Zoom link to the meeting.

    Monday, August 8, 7 – 8 p.m.

    https://regionofwaterloo.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItd-2sqT4sGdUJ4MuF8zy2mF8wSqioGzam

    Connect with us if you do not have a computer or need other accommodation to attend the meeting.

    wrhredevelopments@regionofwaterloo.ca

    519-575-4400 ext. 6000

    Leave a message and someone will call you back.

  • Demolition of the existing building

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    On Tuesday May 17, demolition of the existing vacant building at 82 Wilson will begin. This is the first step in creating 48 new affordable homes for seniors living in Waterloo Region. The work will continue until June 21. There will be no traffic impacts to nearby streets, all of the work will be contained to the site.

    Thank you,

    The 82 Wilson project team.

Page last updated: 11 Dec 2024, 09:03 AM