West Kelowna council has again postponed the controversial rezoning of a mobile home park to industrial use.
All tenants have left Shady Acres Mobile Home Park (2355 Marshall Road) and several homes have been demolished, however, four owners remain.
They declined a relocation assistance program provided by the developer, Kerr Properties.
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Under the act, owners are given 12 months notice and $20,000 in compensation. Residents may also be entitled to the assessed value of their homes through a dispute resolution process.
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One of the owners has retained legal counsel, as has the developer. A letter from Kerr Properties to the city states that work completed on the home does not have required municipal or provincial permits. The company is working with the city to assist with the proper permits.
Council also heard that the owner may not have the same opportunity for compensation.
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Several councillors said there was still work to do, with Rick de Jong adding there is a responsibility to ensure everyone affected is treated equally.
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Council praised Kerr Properties for helping tenants and owners with the relocation process. The company reached out to 20 nonprofit agencies.
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Council put off consideration to rezone the property until it's confirmed that the remaining owners will be able to pursue compensation through the MHPTA or by mutual agreement with Kerr Properties.
