Species at Risk Permit for Cedarbrook Housing on Skway Reserve
Official title: Cedarbrook Housing Development Project
A construction company wants to build 84 apartments on the Skway Indian Reserve in Chilliwack, BC. The six-story building would go on land with young trees. Because the project might affect species at risk, the developer needs a federal permit under the Species at Risk Act.
Why This Matters
Live near Chilliwack or on the Skway Reserve? This project could bring 84 new homes to the area. But it also raises questions about protecting wildlife on reserve land. If you care about housing supply or species protection in the Fraser Valley, this decision matters.
What Could Change
If the permit is approved, construction could proceed on the 3,530 m² site. The developer may need to follow conditions to minimize harm to species at risk. Denial would block or delay the 84-unit housing project.
Key Issues
- Should the Species at Risk Act permit be granted for this housing development?
- What conditions should apply to protect species at risk during construction?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.