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Discover the Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Burnaby This Spring

Cherry blossoms at Cumber st at Cumberland pl

From Parks to Neighbourhoods: A List of the Top Spots to Admire Cherry Blossoms in Burnaby

Looking for the best spots to see cherry blossoms in Burnaby this spring? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of the top locations to admire these beautiful blooms. Please remember to respect private property and admire the trees from a distance.

  • Cherry Blossom Gardens: Take a stroll down this aptly named street to capture some Instagram-worthy photos. Address: 1899 Rosser Ave, Burnaby.
  • Burnaby Mountain Park: Catch the cherry blossoms in their full glory during golden hour. This park offers stunning views of Burnaby and is one of the best spots in the city to admire the blooms. Address: 100 Centennial Way, Burnaby.
  • Southoaks Crescent: This street is lined with cherry blossom trees and conveniently located near the Nikkei National Museum. Parking is available on the street. Address: 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby.
  • Edmonds Park: Walk down the paved path surrounded by cherry blossoms and soak up the spring sunshine. Address: 7433 Humphries Ave, Burnaby.
Cherry blossoms at 16th St near Edmonds
Cherry blossoms at 16th St near Edmonds
  • Deer Lake Park: Though this park doesn’t have the most cherry blossom trees, it offers a beautiful grassy area for a spring picnic under the trees. Address: 5435 Sperling Ave, Burnaby.
  • Waverley Avenue: Take a walk down this South Burnaby street lined with cherry blossom trees, but be respectful of private property. Address: Start at Waverley Ave and Victory Street.
  • Nelson Avenue: This street boasts several blocks of cherry blossom trees that are hard to miss. Don’t forget to pull over and admire them up close. Address: Start at Waverley Ave and Victory Street.
  • Ron McLean Park: Bring your kids to this park with a small play area while you admire the cherry blossom trees. Address: 7820 Hedley Ave, Burnaby.
  • Burnaby Civic Square: Relax in this park with a coffee and a book while enjoying the cherry blossom trees. Address: 6100 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby.
  • Central Park: Check out the pretty pink blossoms near the Upper Pond near the pitch and putt course. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a sunny day at the park. Address: 3883 Imperial St, Burnaby.
cherry blossoms in Central park
Cherry blossoms in Central Park

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Housing Choices Program Updates: Stay Informed on Burnaby’s Affordable Housing Initiative

Housing Choices Program laneway homes

Housing Choices Program Updates: Residents in Burnaby can learn more about laneway homes and suites in semi-detached homes during two sessions on March 28 and 29.

Earlier we published articles about laneway homes here, here and here

Source: City of Burnaby

The city’s Housing Choices Program aims to introduce new housing options to bridge the gap between single-family homes, apartments, and condos.

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Picture source: City of Burnaby

A draft plan report presented to the city council in February included 108 recommendations and 10 future considerations for regulating laneway homes and suites in semis.

The recommendations cover zoning and lot eligibility, building size and height, parking, environmental design, outdoor spaces, servicing and utilities, and the application process.

For laneway homes, the maximum floor area is recommended to be 20% of the lot area or 1,506.95 square feet, with a two-storey maximum height. Setbacks are recommended to be 1.2 metres minimum from the lane and 2.4 metres minimum from the house.

The minimum number of parking stalls recommended is one van-accessible parking pad or carport space. Private outdoor spaces for laneway homes are also encouraged.

The recommendations for suites in semis include four maximum dwellings per unit, per property, and the minimum recommended floor area is 322.93 sq. ft.

Two accessible parking pads or carport spaces are being suggested.

During the council meeting, there was some discussion regarding the stratification of laneways, but it is not being considered at this time.

The official bylaw changes for laneway homes and suites in semis are expected to be implemented in the fall.

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Housing Choices Program wants you to share your voice with a quick survey on the draft program. Be sure to take the survey before it expires on April 10, 2023.

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