850 McMillan Ave

850 McMillan is a contemporary 9 unit, 3 storey building designed to integrate into the existing community. 850 McMillan will exceed todays energy efficiency standards and provide best in class sound separation from your neighbours. Suites range in size from 550 sq.ft. to 875 sq.ft. with 2 and 1 bedroom layouts. All units are smoke free, have in-suite laundry, and access to private outdoor living spaces. Main floor units feature private entrances and upper units North and Southwest facing balconies. Located in Winnipeg’s Little Italy, fine dining, public parks, local bakeries & grocers are all with-in walking distance.

Key Features:

• Main Floor Units with Private Entrances: Ground-level suites will offer direct street access, providing a sense of privacy and convenience. Upper-level suites on the second and third floors will be accessed via a shared entrance located on Wentworth.

• Variety in Unit Sizes: The development will offer a range of unit sizes and price points to accommodate different lifestyles and demographics.

• Active Transportation-Friendly Design: Secure indoor bike storage is included to promote active transportation.

• Prime Location: Situated in close proximity to major bus routes, the building ensures convenient access to public transit and connectivity to the city.

This project is designed to integrate with the neighborhood while offering modern, functional living spaces and encouraging sustainable, active transportation choices.

Zoning Overview:
850 McMillan is a 6,024 sq. ft. lot (approximately 120’ x 50’), currently zoned R2. The proposal involves a conditional use application and associated variances to construct a 3-storey, 9-unit residential building with a 2,800 sq. ft. footprint. The structure will feature a flat roof with an approximate height of 32’.

Five 21’ parking stalls will be provided on site with 1 stall dedicated to a car share off the rear lane. Interior bike storage will be provided near the East exit. Garbage pick up will be by private arrangement. 

The East side yard will be 6’ with a 6’ & 4’ wood fence separating in from the adjacent residential.  The West side yard (Wentworth) will be 4’ and buffered by street edge landscaping. Additionally, the parking will be buffered from Wentworth by a 3’ planting strip and an ornate metal picket fence. The rear yard (Public Lane) will be 25’ and the front yard (McMillan) will be 25’ with street edge landscaping.

Community and Planning Considerations:
The requested variances and conditional use have been discussed with city planning officials and are considered the minimum requirements to facilitate the proposed design. The project aligns with modern urban design principles while enhancing the neighborhood’s streetscape.

This development reflects a commitment to thoughtful planning and sustainable design, balancing the need for increased housing with the preservation of community character and scale.

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Have Questions or Feedback About 850 McMillan?

We value your input on the proposed development at 850 McMillan. Whether you have questions, suggestions, or would like more information, please use the form below to get in touch. Your feedback is important and will help shape the project to better serve the community. Feedback will be shared with PPD as a part of our zoning application. An address is requested by planning to better relate provided feedback to the proposed site.