Plans to redevelop the former Domtar lands on the Ottawa River passed a major hurdle this week when Gatineau gave its approval.
The plan by Windmill Development Group to build a green community on the lands straddling Chaudière and Albert islands as well as the adjacent Gatineau shoreline were earlier approved by Ottawa council.
The next step includes decontamination of the brownfield site before construction — set to begin next year — can start. The company says it will set up a sales centre for the project in the spring.
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“The public and stakeholders have truly embraced our vision for a world-class sustainable community that is accessible to all, and respectful of its beautiful surroundings and unique heritage,” said Rodney Wilts of Windmill Development. “We cannot wait to see our vision come to life.”
The plan calls for residential, commercial and retail construction as well as the redevelopment of heritage structures for businesses on the site. Windmill says it will become one of the greenest communities in the world and will include bicycle paths and bridges connecting the site to both Ottawa and Gatineau as well as access to the long-hidden Chaudière Falls.
