A new proposal at 6060 Nelson Road is looking to rezone from R1 (single-family) to R7 (Rowhouse Residential), paired with a Development Permit for a 63-unit project.
The plan is a smart mix:
• 3-storey multifamily housing
• 6 Buildings
This is the kind of layout we’re starting to see more of—blending density with ground-oriented product that actually sells.
From a development standpoint, it’s a clean play:
Take a standard single-family site → unlock density → diversify product → improve absorption.
What I like about this one is the location.
This sits in the Rutherford / Pleasant Valley area—one of Nanaimo’s more established north-end neighbourhoods. You’ve got a mix of older acreage-style properties and newer subdivisions, but more importantly:
• Close to schools
• Minutes to shopping and amenities
• Easy access to parks and trail systems
