Cypress is about to get a charming new village at the base of its mountain. First proposed over a decade ago, the city of West Vancouver has cleared its final regulatory hurdle and will be moving forward with the large-scale development.
This plan aims to transform the Cypress neighborhood above the Upper Levels Highway. It will build new infrastructure for locals and serve as a gateway to the mountain. The area will also feature accommodations and amenities for skiers and snowboarders.
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In June, the council approved British Pacific Properties’ plans for Cypress Village after extensive debate.
However, the discussion resurfaced in December. Some council members expressed concerns about the phased development agreement, particularly regarding the financials and the inability to modify the terms of the agreement.
The vote ultimately passed by a narrow margin, and the council stated that they are confident staff and council had done all of their due diligence.
Cypress Village will cover approximately 345 acres. It is located between the existing Rodgers Creek neighbourhood and Cypress Falls Park, and between the Upper Levels Highway and the 1200 foot contour.
Over the next 25 years, 3,700 housing units, primarily apartments, will be developed. This represents a significant shift from sprawling single-family homes to a concentrated cluster of dense apartment housing while preserving large natural areas.
The plan also includes a new commercial area, community center, fire hall, sports field, daycare, and space for an elementary school. Additionally, a bus service will run between the area and Park Royal.
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Cypress Village Plan
In the works for years, the project has faced significant delays due to environmental and funding concerns.
Led by the District of West Vancouver along with British Pacific Properties (BPP), the plan includes transferring 262 acres of land in the Eagleridge area to the District of West Vancouver for dedicated park space. Additionally, BPP will contribute to building community amenities.
In return, the city has allocated $14 million from the Community Amenity Contribution (CAC) Reserve funds and $14.625 million from the Development Cost Charge (DCC) Reserve funds towards constructing the necessary roads and other infrastructure.
Here are some renderings of the village
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