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Holland Avenue, Ottawa

69–71 Holland Avenue, Ottawa

De-risking a mid-rise acquisition through engineering due diligence

Project Overview

GEM Enterprise conducted a comprehensive pre-acquisition feasibility and engineering due diligence for a potential mid-rise residential development at 69–71 Holland Avenue. Working to a client brief for an 8-storey building (56 units, target height 26.1 m) on a 881.37 m² lot with 27.82 m frontage, we meticulously tested planning and technical constraints and established credible structural options. We produced a detailed go/no-go report before any land commitment, ensuring a thorough understanding of the project's feasibility.

Client:

S.K.A.B. Metal Group Corporation

Sector:

Residential (mid-rise)

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Completion Date:

August 2018 (feasibility)

Our Role:

Pre-acquisition feasibility & advisory; due diligence report

Key Metrics

  • Storeys / Units (brief): 8 storeys / 56 units
  • Lot area / width: 881.37 m² / 27.82 m
  • Target height (brief): 26.1 m

 

Project Challenges

  • Infill site with tight frontage and sensitive overlooking/shadow considerations.
  • Parking/servicing and refuse strategy within a constrained footprint.
  • Pre-acquisition unknowns: ground conditions, utilities capacity/relocations, easements/rights-of-way.

 

 

Our Solutions

  • Massing & envelope tests against the stated height/units to confirm basic viability.
  • Concept structural grids (RC/hybrid) sized to efficient cores and regular flat layouts.
  • Access & parking scenarios with manoeuvring checks.
  • Risk register and a targeted survey roadmap (geotechnical, utilities, wind/shadow).

 

Outcomes

  • Clear go/no-go inputs tied to the brief (8 storeys / 56 units).
  • Defined next steps and investigation budget to de-risk any acquisition.

 

Services Provided

Feasibility study · Structural concepting · Access/parking strategy · Risk register · Survey scope definition · Due diligence reporting

 

 

Why Choose GEM Enterprise?

Expertise in Complex Structural Challenges

  • Advanced Engineering Solutions: Skilled in addressing intricate structural issues through innovative engineering practices.
  • Innovative Approaches: Utilises cutting-edge technology and methodologies.

 

Customised Solutions

  • Tailored Designs: Solutions crafted to meet the specific needs of each project and client.
  • Client Collaboration: Works closely with clients to understand their requirements and achieve desired outcomes.

 

Commitment to Quality

  • Stringent Quality Control: Maintains high standards throughout project execution, from design to commissioning.
  • Safety Focused: Prioritises safety in all aspects of design and implementation, adhering to the highest industry standards.

 

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