More homes on the way
Two Aylmer houses face demolition for construction of multi-unit buildings
Sophie Demers
The decision to demolish both houses will be decided by the demolition request committee (CDD) during the January 27 meeting at the Maison du Citoyen, Salle Mont-Bleu at 4:30 pm. Those hoping to attend or address the committee about the demolitions can attend in person or online. The link to the online meeting can be found on the “Calendrier des Séances” page on the City of Gatineau website.
To oppose a demolition, residents must contact the clerk's office by the 24 of January with a written objection by mail or email at greffe@gatineau.ca. After the 24, any Gatineau resident may challenge the CDD’s decision by filing an appeal request. If an appeal is filled, the authorization to demolish the building will be paused until the municipal council makes their decision. There is a $132 fee when filing an appeal.
3 rue du Centre
The single-family bungalow located in Old Aylmer was built in 1962. The house, currently uninhabited, is not listed on the city’s building heritage list. According to an evaluation of the building, there are various issues, such as cracks in the foundation causing water to seep into the basement that shows signs of mold, outdated electrical system, back deck needing replacing, and wear and tear to both the interior and exterior of the home.
According to Belaur construction, the cost to restore the house totals $141,000 plus tax. Project analysis documents reveal that, after demolition, construction of an 8-unit building is planned. Documents refer to the building as “two semi-detached buildings with four units each.” Four of the units will be one-bedroom and the other four will be three-bedroom.
The Service de l’Urbanisme et du Développement Durable (SUDD) is in favour of the demolition.
126 chemin Foley
Built in 1943, the unoccupied single-family bungalow is in a state of disrepair. According to city documents, the gutters are deteriorated, windows are poorly insulated, the wooden deck has deteriorated and the foundation is outdated. There is evidence of water damage to the concrete foundation walls, and mold. Jekaly construction estimates that the cost to restore the building would be $322,000. The building is not listed on Gatineau’s built heritage list.
This lot is situated across from Park Prospérine with a playground, a wooded area and a modest open field.
A three-unit multi-family building is planned for the lot after demolition. Each unit will have three bedrooms. The SUDD is in favour of the demolition.
