39660 Government Road, Squamish, BC, Canada
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Development Land
Description
Permit Approved, 5-Storey Mixed-Use Development Site | Railyards, Squamish
Located in the neighbourhood known as Railyards, this exclusively listed development site is in a unique position as it is almost completely shovel ready, with an approved Development Permit and a Building Permit expected to be approved imminently. All the necessary work has been done including the site having been preloaded and importantly there are no CAC’s to be paid or affordable rental housing component, making this a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take over in one of the fastest growing areas of British Columbia.
The 1.75 acre site has been approved for a 5 storey mixed-use building consisting of nearly 12,000 sq ft of flexible commercial/manufacturing space which will attract a wide range of tenants or owners if stratified. In addition, the approved plans include 27 residential live/work units of varying sizes from 3 bachelor units measuring just under 500 sq ft, 12 x 1 bed plus den units around 655 sq ft and 12 x 2 bed plus den units in two different configurations, either at 766 sq ft or 775 sq ft. Live/work units are in great demand due to the number of people wishing to work from home and are expected to rent at record-setting rates.
Key Features
- Feature 1: 1.75 acre, 5 storey mixed-use building
- Feature 2: DP approved, shovel ready
- Feature 3: 12,000 SQFT Commercial Space (live/work units) + 27 residential units
Location
- Description: Located in the Railyards area of Squamish, which is between the business park and the residential area, the site is adjacent to two mixed-use buildings, one of which is still under construction. Accessibility to the Sea to Sky Highway 1 is excellent with an easy drive to Vancouver and Whistler are both within 45 minutes. The business park itself is 7 minutes from downtown Squamish and home to a multitude and eclectic mix of businesses and includes restaurants, pubs, breweries and more.
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This Development Land style property.
Properties Qty: 2
arigelmon@londonpacific.ca
Ari Gelmon is an Associate Vice President and commercial real estate broker with London Pacific. His expertise lies within development land and investment properties including multi-family opportunities with latent value. Raised in Vancouver, Ari brings a unique perspective to buyers and sellers within the Vancouver core; his ability to understand the economic nuances and development direction within the context of regional planning and policy supports his approach to real estate investment and provides his clients with informed and market-sensitive advice. Ari’s enthusiasm for real estate is matched by his desire and commitment to provide the best in service to his clientele.
Ari’s entrepreneurship brings innovation and new ideas to his business objectives and makes him a great support to his Jewish community where he is a Committee Member for the annual Chutzpah Festival.
alexander@londonpacific.ca
Alexander Lougheed began his career in commercial real estate in 2014 and has since garnered in-depth experience in commercial transaction market analysis, city planning policies and development land processes. At London Pacific, Alexander specializes in the origination, marketing, and administration of development land and investment property transactions ranging in size and complexity throughout Metro Vancouver and upcoming development markets across British Columbia. Alexander also holds an honors degree in Urban Development from the University of Western Ontario where his studies focused on financial feasibility of development projects, valuation of income-producing real estate properties, urban and regional planning policies, and business administration.
In office, it is Alexander’s experience and robust market knowledge in combination with his drive and work ethic that supports the success of his clients. Out of office, Alexander is an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys ski or golf road trips, and culinary-inspired adventures throughout beautiful British Columbia and abroad.
bstewart@londonpacific.ca
Blair Stewart specializes in development land and investment properties and brings a wealth of Commercial Real Estate knowledge to the London Pacific Team. Blair’s previous work at Wesgroup Properties and with Great West Life as a national real estate advisor provided him with key industry experience in major markets including Metro Vancouver. Blair’s success stems from his desire to provide the best in client service; working with integrity, creativity and attention to detail to drive results for his clients. In addition to receiving a Diploma of Technology from BCIT’s Marketing Management program with a specialization in professional real estate, Blair also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Monmouth College, Illinois, where he majored in Business Economics.
Properties Qty: 11
bwilliams@londonpacific.ca
As an Executive Vice President at London Pacific, Ben Williams specializes in development, assemblies and investment sales and is a leader in the dynamic Land industry of Metro Vancouver.
Ben’s insight on market trends, municipal processes and development requirements plays a crucial role in his ability to deliver impactful marketing solutions and to negotiate multifaceted development contracts. Dedicated to ensuring his clients’ success with over a decade in Commercial Real Estate experience, Ben takes a professional approach to every mandate, offering personal attention to detail through transparent and consistent communication with clients. Ben is experienced in a range of sophisticated acquisitions and dispositions which aid in his ability to successfully navigate the complex and ever-changing market. Ben is a graduate of BCIT’s School of Business and Commercial Real Estate and is an active liaison committee member with the Urban Development Institute (UDI).
Along with his brokerage career, Ben also plays a key role in the strategic growth of London Pacific and enjoys quality time with his family.
dean@londonpacific.ca
Since entering the real estate industry, Dean’s focus has been on the sales and acquisitions of multi-family development sites through the land assembly process. His success stems from his ability to generate and nurture relationships with homeowners and developer clients alike. Dean has a reputation for providing exceptional customer service which, together with his knowledge of the land assembly process, champions his clients through the complexities of real estate development transactions from agency to successful completion.
Dean is an avid golfer and spearheads the annual Urban Development Institute’s golf tournament as London Pacific’s team captain.
daniel@londonpacific.ca
Daniel is an exemplary commercial real estate broker and Associate Vice President. Being highly skilled in negotiations and possessing a compassionate understanding of people, he endeavours towards a win-win solution for any business deal. With a background in Finance and his knowledge in Commercial Real Estate, Daniel has extensive experience working side-by-side with clients, striving towards profitability and financial success in every transaction. While in Retail Brokerage, Daniel worked as the Designated Agent for multiple National retailers, working on first-to-market rollouts, growth and expansion mandates, market feasibility studies, and contract negotiations. With London Pacific, Daniel excels in multi-family designated assemblies, whether it be Townhome, Wood-Frame Apartment, or High-Rise sites.
Though he always considers himself on-call, when Daniel is not focused on work, he can be found spending time with his wife and two small children or enjoying the great outdoors.
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grantgardner@londonpacific.ca
Grant Gardner earned his designation as Senior Vice President with London Pacific with his phenomenal track record for consolidating and selling high calibre multi-family development sites over the last decade. With recognition from Business Vancouver Magazine (BIV) twice for having one of the top 100 commercial real estate transactions in Metro Vancouver and with over $300M in transactional sales volume to date, Grant continues to demonstrate his ability to negotiate and close complex commercial real estate transactions.
Grant’s drive to perform for his clients is paralleled by his drive to seek excellence in his day-to-day life. With focus on training for a half Iron Man in 2022, his spare time finds him exploring new roads on his bike and the open waters in his wetsuit.
isaac@londonpacific.ca
As a Senior Associate at London Pacific, Isaac Foord specializes in development land and investment properties. His background in finance and sales paired with his interest in market trends and statistics allows Isaac to ensure that his clients are informed and up to date with current market conditions resulting in greater financial outcomes. Since joining London Pacific in 2017, Isaac’s primary focus has been growing the team’s land brokerage presence in the Fraser Valley. With a highly professional and transparent approach to the assembly and acquisition process, Isaac’s past, and present clients each testify to his loyalty and track record for success in his commercial real estate endeavours.
Born and raised in the Lower Mainland, Isaac values fully immersing himself in the communities in which he specializes. By consistently visiting areas of significant development, he maintains a concrete knowledge of local developments and real estate activity.
Isaac currently resides in Tsawwassen with his wife and spends much of his free time with his dogs exploring the outdoors, studying financial markets & trends, volunteering with his church, and engaging in rigorous physical activity to challenge himself in all aspects of life.
joe@londonpacific.ca
Upon joining London Pacific Joe is responsible for assisting Executive Vice President Ben Williams, who is one of Vancouver’s most active development land brokers. Joe and Ben specialize in Land development assets including Land Assemblies, Strata Wind-up sales and developer client acquisitions and dispositions throughout Metro Vancouver. As a team, they are dedicated to ensuring their clients’ success through vigilant information, professional assistance in the transaction process, and proven results. Their clients include private equity and institutional groups, public market investors, developers, and local and offshore investor developers.
Joe Hawboldt has a background in construction management where he gained knowledge of the construction process as well as many of the skills that he applies in his brokerage career. Joe attended BCIT where he received a Diploma of Marketing Management with Distinction as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration with Distinction. Joe also attended UBC where he was enrolled in a Diploma in Urban Land Economics.
Along with his brokerage career, Joe assists the BCIT Real Estate Association as Chairman where he provides the association’s executive team strategic guidance and industry connections. Joe is a regularly scheduled blood donor, and his interests include European history and automobiles.
Properties Qty: 1
jerry@londonpacific.ca
Jerry H. Lee *PREC is a Associate Vice President and commercial broker specializing in Land Assembly, Project Sales, and Investment Properties. Selling over $325M in real estate assets since 2016, Jerry’s clients trust his experience and ability to identify new real estate opportunities ahead of the curve. Jerry takes pride in providing the best in client services and communication with the provision of detailed market analysis, clear valuations, and precise strategies to enable his clients to achieve their real estate goals. Jerry’s network and strong relationships with numerous real estate development firms and local investors along with his command of English, Cantonese, and Mandarin connects Sellers with reputable Buyers.
Jerry likes to give back by volunteering with JABC as a business mentor for high school students. When not able to travel, he studies and trades in new tech including crypto currency and NFTs. Always looking to the future, Jerry is currently researching the potential for Web3 blockchain technology within the Real Estate industry.
kwilliams@londonpacific.ca
Keath Williams founded and has been Managing Broker of London Pacific Property Agents since 1986. Prior to London Pacific, Keath was Manager of Vancouver Commercial at Canada Trust for Canada. An Urban Land Economics graduate from UBC, Keath is an active member of the REBGV, UDI, REIBC. Specializing in listing and selling development sites, Keath has completed hundreds of assemblies and site acquisitions of development projects in Greater Vancouver offering valuable insights to help owners and clients navigate optimal solutions and strategies for greatest financial outcomes.
lucas@londonpacific.ca
Lucas is a dynamic professional with a strong educational background in economics and a passion for the real estate industry. Lucas holds a bachelor's degree in economics with a minor in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University, and a Diploma in Urban Land Economics from the University of British Columbia. Throughout his academic journey, he gained valuable expertise in various aspects of real estate, including appraisal, economics, development, law, and finance. With his expertise in these areas in both English and Spanish, Lucas possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the real estate market.
Lucas closely collaborates with Isaac Foord in the research of viable land acquisitions and development opportunities. His strong interpersonal skills and analytical abilities contribute to his effectiveness in creating precise development pro-formas and conducting comparative market analyses. With his wealth of knowledge and practical experience, Lucas is equipped to navigate the intricate landscape of the real estate market, consistently striving for optimal results.
Outside of work, Lucas enjoys spending time with friends and family, weightlifting, and trying new restaurants around Metro Vancouver.
Properties Qty: 2
thomas@londonpacific.ca
Since joining London Pacific in 2013, Thomas’s trajectory to Vice President is one of consistency. As a top producing commercial real estate broker, he has facilitated some of the largest and complex land assemblies in company history. In 2016, Thomas co-sold three of the top 100 real estate transactions throughout Metro Vancouver and subsequently garnered recognition in the industry as a leading land and investment broker. His talent for development land sales is reinforced by his extensive background in appraising development land, investment, and commercial/residential properties.
Thomas holds a Diploma in Commercial Real Estate from BCIT, a Degree in Commerce from Royal Roads University and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Real Property Valuation from UBC. Now retired, Thomas held the distinguished AACI, P.App. designation granted by the Appraisal Institute of Canada and held in the highest regard.
