Mercado Village - Mercado Village, Mahogany

A flexible mixed-use corridor that supports daily life

We are proposing a land use update to support development of a walkable, mixed-use main street in Mahogany’s Village Centre.

Project overview

Where: 1325, 1251, and 1236 Mahogany Blvd SE (±21.8 acres across three parcels).

What: Land Use Redesignation to Mixed Use – General (MU-1) district to enable mixed-use buildings with ground-floor shops and services along Mercado Street, with housing above. The north parcel would include multi-residential homes, that would integrate with the school site and Ollerenshaw historic ranch area to the west.

Why: The MU-1 district offers flexible, modern zoning that supports local retail, housing variety, and a pedestrian-friendly public realm.

At a glance

Proposed MU-1 with a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) up to 3.5 and height up to 26 m (about 6 storeys)

Ground-floor shops and services along the Village corridor

A range of housing, one- to three-bedroom units and townhomes

Stronger connections to nearby parks, school sites, and the historic ranch interpretive area

Concept rendering of Mercado Street with ground-floor retail, wide sidewalks, and landscaped gathering areas.

What’s changing

A Land Use Redesignation changes the zoning rules for how land can be used and how large buildings can be built.

Today: A mix of 2013 Direct Control and M-1 districts limits height, floor area, and retail viability.

Proposed: MU-1 across all three sites to simplify regulations, support mixed use, reduce setbacks, and right-size parking.

Result: A clearer path to a small-scale main street along Mercado, greaterhousing choice, and a more connected open-space network.

What is Floor Area Ratio (FAR)?

FAR is calculated by dividing the gross floor area by the total site area

Diagram illustrating how Floor Area Ratio (FAR) is calculated by comparing the total floor area of a building to the overall site area.

Homes for different life stages, including one- to three-bedroom units and townhomes, with a mix of underground and on-street parking

A curated mix of local retail and services along Mercado Street for walkable, everyday convenience

Plazas, landscaping, and amenities that foster social gathering, linking the north parcel to open space, the future school, and the historic ranch area

Concept rendering of Mercado Street with ground-floor retail, wide sidewalks, and landscaped gathering areas.

Timeline

Application submitted: September 2025.
City review: Fall 2025.
Public hearing/Council: Target early 2026.
If approved: Development Permit will follow with design-focused engagement.

Questions?

Contact Jane Geller, Communications & Engagement Specialist at jgeller@bastudios.ca

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