Langford envisions its own ‘Central Park,’ but dozens of tenants to be displaced - BC
- The city of Langford has purchased Woodlands Park for $9.8 million, significantly less than its appraised value of $18.125 million, to create a new urban park.
- The acquisition will provide over six acres of green space, addressing the need for parks and trails in Langford's downtown area.
- Existing tenants will receive support exceeding provincial requirements, with options for early relocation and financial assistance for their homes.
- Woodlands Park will be transformed into a green oasis by 2030, inspired by parks in Victoria, Vancouver, and Seattle, enhancing community access to nature.
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Langford acquires six acres at $9.8M for 'urban oasis'
The City of Langford announced on Thursday it acquired six acres of land from a manufactured homes park at a price of $9.8 million with plans to create an elaborate urban greenspace for residents and visitors. Woodlands Park, located at 848 Hockley Avenue, will be the site of a future downtown “urban oasis” after Langford council voted unanimously in December 2024 at an in-camera council meeting. “Given the sensitive nature of this initiative fo…
Langford buying manufactured home park to add six urban forest acres - Island Social Trends
Thursday January 9, 2025 | LANGFORD, BC [Posted at 2:45 pm | Updated 4:30 pm] by Mary P Brooke | Island Social Trends Six more acres of Langford city core greenspace results from the City’s purchase of Woodlands Park. The park is located at 848 Hockley Avenue between Jacklin Road and Peatt Road. The area […] The post Langford buying manufactured home park to add six urban forest acres appeared first on Island Social Trends.
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