The decision to rezone a parcel of land in Springbank Hill , laying the groundwork for a contentious new townhouse development, has been push to January 2026.

The decision came Tuesday at a public hearing following a motion from Coun. Sonya Sharp to postpone the debate.

“We need more time,” Sharp said to council. “The community needs more time, and the applicant needs more time.”

The delay is viewed as a win for residents opposed to the development, who wanted the rezoning decision made following the upcoming civil election. Sara Austin, a Springbank Hill resident and spokesperson for the group pushing for the delay, calls the entire development process “difficult and frustrating,” saying she and her neighbours should not have to fight to be heard.

“We have a democratic right to be

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