Council approves plan to build 45-storey tower at former CTV Kitchener studio [Video]

The City of Kitchener has given the green light for a new 45-storey residential tower at the former home of CTV Kitchener, despite concerns from neighbours.

On Monday, council approved zoning bylaw amendments for three construction projects including 864-876 King Street West. The original plan for the property listed the tower’s height at 44-storeys, but one more floor was added during subsequent meetings. The number of available units has also changed. At first, council was told there would be 456 units but now the developer says it will be closer to 304 after they changed the design to add more 3-bedroom units.

Council’s approval of the project was partly based on its prime location.

“I can’t help but think this is a really important build within our community,” said Stephanie Stretch, Ward 10 councillor, at Monday’s meeting. “It’s really close to the border [with Waterloo]. A lot of the frontage …