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Malaysian Reserve
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
GROUPE MACH UNVEILS A VAST $3.5 BILLION MIXED-USE REAL ESTATE PROJECT WITH 7,000 HOUSING UNITS TO REDEVELOP PART OF EAST MONTREAL
MONTREAL, May 26, 2025 /CNW/ – A vast site in the east of Montreal, currently occupied by two shopping centres, will be transformed into a dynamic, green, and diverse neighbourhood. Developed by Groupe MACH, the LANGELIER project will include 7,000 residential units, as well as a structuring linear park. Spanning 1,450,000 square feet, comparable to 25 football fields, this site at the intersection of Jean-Talon Street and Langelier Boulevard currently stands as a major heat island. Groupe MACH's proposal aims to transform it into a vibrant, people-centric urban hub that emphasizes environmental sustainability, promotes active mobility, fosters social diversity, and elevates the quality of urban life. 'This is the largest mixed-use development in Greater Montreal in recent years. Our vision is centred on human-scale urbanism, aiming to revive a declining urban landscape,' said Daniel Arbour, Vice-President, Major Projects, Groupe MACH. Upon completion, the neighbourhood will feature 400,000 square feet of commercial space, 5,700 diverse residential units, 1,300 social and community housing units, and an elementary school, catering to a future population of 25,000. From social housing to family homes, this neighbourhood will be designed for all life stages and paths. Additionally, a wide array of public amenities is planned. The entire MACH project will be developed over seven phases spanning 15 years and will require a total investment of $3.5 billion. The constructed areas will total approximately 5.8 million square feet. A First in Quebec At the heart of this new neighbourhood will be a Quebec first: the creation of a residential complex through an unprecedented partnership between Groupe MACH and Transgesco, a limited partnership that leverages the assets of the Société de transport de Montréal. ending government approvals, this innovative partnership aims to integrate two residential towers directly onto the future blue line station at Langelier. Never before has a real estate project of this scale been designed with gentle mobility—particularly pedestrian mobility—as a guiding principle, so closely integrated with major infrastructure like public transportation. This initiative promises not only to redefine the standards of integrated urban planning but also to provide residents with direct and privileged access to public transit, no matter where they are located within the community. This MACH/Transgesco partnership would not have been possible without the adoption of Bill 61 last December, which permits transport companies to partner with third parties for the construction of real estate projects and establish subsidiaries for this purpose. This initiative will capitalize on the increased real estate values around metro stations, while generating new revenue streams to enhance public transportation services. 'This pioneering model demonstrates how metro stations can serve as catalysts for urban transformation, integrating coherent territorial development,' emphasized Mr. Arbour. Phase 1 will include five residential towers totaling 1,000 housing units (condominiums and rentals) and 250 social and community housing units dedicated to students. It will also feature a 75,000 square foot cultural centre composed of a library, multifunctional rooms, and a 250-seat performance hall, which will be arranged around a public square centred on the future metro station. All gentle mobility paths of the project converge towards this square. Completion of this phase is expected to coincide with the opening of the new station, scheduled for 2031. 'This initial milestone underscores the commitment to developing a comprehensive, vibrant, and diverse neighbourhood centred around the principles of sustainable mobility, service accessibility, and mixed-use development, featuring five residential towers,' added Mr. Arbour. The Groupe MACH project is at the heart of the strategic sector of the Master Land Use and Development Plan (PDAD) for the Langelier neighbourhood, prepared through a collaboration between the City of Montreal and the borough of Saint-Léonard. Other Highlights The other highlights of this project are as follows: The development of over 400,000 square feet of new green spaces, including a public park of more than 200,000 square feet, of which 145,000 square feet will be donated by MACH, in direct continuity with the Boisé Jean-Milot (760,000 square feet) and an ecological pedestrian link connecting Félix-Leclerc Park (860,000 square feet). This will allow for the revitalization of the green corridor of the former Molson stream. The planting of over 1,000 large-scale trees elsewhere on the site, the development of landscaped swales along the streets, green roofs, as well as the creation of a public square and two urban promenades. The creation of an urban neighbourhood centred around the square offering shops and services to residents. This square, focused on the metro station, will host a cultural centre with a library and a performance hall, enhancing cultural potential and making the neighbourhood attractive and lively. Underground, this square will accommodate a large commercial area and parking spaces. The development of a network of continuous pedestrian paths, secure bike lanes, and seamless routes linking shops, residences, and public and community spaces. This network permits individuals to traverse the entire area and reach the metro station within eight minutes on foot. About Groupe MACH A leader in Canadian real estate for 25 years, Groupe MACH manages a diverse portfolio of over 250 properties totaling more than 45 million square feet. As an owner, developer, and manager, MACH is recognized for creating sustainable and inclusive living and working environments. Its portfolio includes iconic buildings such as the Sun Life Building, 1000 De La Gauchetière, and Place Victoria in Montreal, and Place de la Cité in Quebec City. MACH also owns 14 shopping centres and three major mixed-use developments, including the Quartier des lumières and the LANGELIER Project. With more than 500 employees, Groupe MACH manages over 6,000 residential units and plans to develop 10,000 additional units over the next 10 years. The company adheres to the highest governance and sustainable development standards, integrating responsible management principles into each of its projects. Its ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence makes it a key player in the Canadian real estate sector.
Cision Canada
26-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
GROUPE MACH UNVEILS A VAST $3.5 BILLION MIXED-USE REAL ESTATE PROJECT WITH 7,000 HOUSING UNITS TO REDEVELOP PART OF EAST MONTREAL Français
MONTREAL, May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - A vast site in the east of Montreal, currently occupied by two shopping centres, will be transformed into a dynamic, green, and diverse neighbourhood. Developed by Groupe MACH, the LANGELIER project will include 7,000 residential units, as well as a structuring linear park. Spanning 1,450,000 square feet, comparable to 25 football fields, this site at the intersection of Jean-Talon Street and Langelier Boulevard currently stands as a major heat island. Groupe MACH's proposal aims to transform it into a vibrant, people-centric urban hub that emphasizes environmental sustainability, promotes active mobility, fosters social diversity, and elevates the quality of urban life. "This is the largest mixed-use development in Greater Montreal in recent years. Our vision is centred on human-scale urbanism, aiming to revive a declining urban landscape," said Daniel Arbour, Vice-President, Major Projects, Groupe MACH. Upon completion, the neighbourhood will feature 400,000 square feet of commercial space, 5,700 diverse residential units, 1,300 social and community housing units, and an elementary school, catering to a future population of 25,000. From social housing to family homes, this neighbourhood will be designed for all life stages and paths. Additionally, a wide array of public amenities is planned. The entire MACH project will be developed over seven phases spanning 15 years and will require a total investment of $3.5 billion. The constructed areas will total approximately 5.8 million square feet. A First in Quebec At the heart of this new neighbourhood will be a Quebec first: the creation of a residential complex through an unprecedented partnership between Groupe MACH and Transgesco, a limited partnership that leverages the assets of the Société de transport de Montréal. ending government approvals, this innovative partnership aims to integrate two residential towers directly onto the future blue line station at Langelier. Never before has a real estate project of this scale been designed with gentle mobility—particularly pedestrian mobility—as a guiding principle, so closely integrated with major infrastructure like public transportation. This initiative promises not only to redefine the standards of integrated urban planning but also to provide residents with direct and privileged access to public transit, no matter where they are located within the community. This MACH/Transgesco partnership would not have been possible without the adoption of Bill 61 last December, which permits transport companies to partner with third parties for the construction of real estate projects and establish subsidiaries for this purpose. This initiative will capitalize on the increased real estate values around metro stations, while generating new revenue streams to enhance public transportation services. "This pioneering model demonstrates how metro stations can serve as catalysts for urban transformation, integrating coherent territorial development," emphasized Mr. Arbour. Phase 1 will include five residential towers totaling 1,000 housing units (condominiums and rentals) and 250 social and community housing units dedicated to students. It will also feature a 75,000 square foot cultural centre composed of a library, multifunctional rooms, and a 250-seat performance hall, which will be arranged around a public square centred on the future metro station. All gentle mobility paths of the project converge towards this square. Completion of this phase is expected to coincide with the opening of the new station, scheduled for 2031. "This initial milestone underscores the commitment to developing a comprehensive, vibrant, and diverse neighbourhood centred around the principles of sustainable mobility, service accessibility, and mixed-use development, featuring five residential towers," added Mr. Arbour. The Groupe MACH project is at the heart of the strategic sector of the Master Land Use and Development Plan (PDAD) for the Langelier neighbourhood, prepared through a collaboration between the City of Montreal and the borough of Saint-Léonard. Other Highlights The other highlights of this project are as follows: The development of over 400,000 square feet of new green spaces, including a public park of more than 200,000 square feet, of which 145,000 square feet will be donated by MACH, in direct continuity with the Boisé Jean-Milot (760,000 square feet) and an ecological pedestrian link connecting Félix-Leclerc Park (860,000 square feet). This will allow for the revitalization of the green corridor of the former Molson stream. The planting of over 1,000 large-scale trees elsewhere on the site, the development of landscaped swales along the streets, green roofs, as well as the creation of a public square and two urban promenades. The creation of an urban neighbourhood centred around the square offering shops and services to residents. This square, focused on the metro station, will host a cultural centre with a library and a performance hall, enhancing cultural potential and making the neighbourhood attractive and lively. Underground, this square will accommodate a large commercial area and parking spaces. The development of a network of continuous pedestrian paths, secure bike lanes, and seamless routes linking shops, residences, and public and community spaces. This network permits individuals to traverse the entire area and reach the metro station within eight minutes on foot. About Groupe MACH A leader in Canadian real estate for 25 years, Groupe MACH manages a diverse portfolio of over 250 properties totaling more than 45 million square feet. As an owner, developer, and manager, MACH is recognized for creating sustainable and inclusive living and working environments. Its portfolio includes iconic buildings such as the Sun Life Building, 1000 De La Gauchetière, and Place Victoria in Montreal, and Place de la Cité in Quebec City. MACH also owns 14 shopping centres and three major mixed-use developments, including the Quartier des lumières and the LANGELIER Project. With more than 500 employees, Groupe MACH manages over 6,000 residential units and plans to develop 10,000 additional units over the next 10 years. The company adheres to the highest governance and sustainable development standards, integrating responsible management principles into each of its projects. Its ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence makes it a key player in the Canadian real estate sector.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honolulu Council adopts ban on wheelies for e-bikes, motorcycles
JAMM AQUINO / JUNE 14 A young man performs a wheelie on an electric bike on Lagoon Drive in Honolulu. JAMM AQUINO / JUNE 14 A young man performs a wheelie on an electric bike on Lagoon Drive in Honolulu. A measure targeting the riders of electric bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles who perform stunts on public streets or roadways has successfully steered its way through the Honolulu City Council. The Council voted unanimously Wednesday to adopt Bill 61, which is aimed at curbing wheelies—when, the measure states, the front wheel of an e-bike, moped or motorcycle is raised so that the vehicle is balanced for a moment on its rear wheel or wheels—while riding in public on Oahu. The bill would, however, allow such stunts to be performed as part of a parade, tournament or other activity permitted by the city. The anti -wheelies legislation does not include human-powered, non-motorized bicycles, city officials say. But before the vote, the new measure received criticism from at least one member of the public—namely, due to Honolulu Police Department already having the power to cite for reckless driving violations on city streets. 'So it seems like this bill is actually unnecessary, ' Hawaii Kai resident Natalie Iwasa told the panel. 'And I'm a bit concerned that if you pass it, then what about other types of reckless driving ?' 'Do we have to have a separate bill for those types of issues as well, like swerving, or whatever people are doing out on the roadways that is dangerous ?' she added. 'I'm not so sure this is really needed.' Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. Council Vice Chair Matt Weyer—who co-sponsored Bill 61 with Radiant Cordero—said the new measure would be 'a tool in the toolkit that came from our community conversations, particularly those involved in Neighborhood Security Watch, and doing a lot of work with our law enforcement.' Responding that it will help improve the situation, he said, 'This isn't going to solve all of our e-bike issues. Whether it's in this particular bill—or any criminal (or ) civil type violation law that we look at—I think are useful approaches, ' he said, along with making sure the laws passed are easy to enforce and easy to move through the judiciary.' In a written statement after the meeting, Cordero said, 'E-bike accidents have become increasingly common across the island, and many concerned constituents have contacted me about the growing and dangerous trend of performing wheelies on our streets.' 'This bill prohibiting wheelies aims to directly address these reckless behaviors and sends a strong message that the safety of our community is an absolute priority, ' she added. Bill 61 is similar to another Council measure that promotes greater e-bike regulation. Bill 52—sponsored last year by Council members Augie Tulba and Tyler Dos Santos-Tam—was largely aimed at e-bike usage on Oahu streets, often by underage children. The bill asserts e-bikes exceeding 750 watts are prohibited on public roads, highways, alleys, paths or trails. The measure mandates that riders under 18 years of age wear a helmet. The measure—like Bill 61—requires riders to keep both wheels on the ground, remain properly seated, and avoid dangerous maneuvers. And, like Bill 61, the legislation prohibits exhibition riding, such as wheelies and standing on handlebars, unless part of an authorized event. On Feb. 18, Mayor Rick Blangiardi signed Bill 52 into law. These related measures come as more e-bike accidents and fatalities occur on Oahu. An underage e-bike rider died from her injuries after colliding with a car in Ewa Beach on Feb. 27. At about 4 p.m. that day, the 7-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital in critical condition following a collision that occurred at the intersection of Kauwili and Laupapa streets, HPD's Traffic Division stated. The girl was traveling westbound on Laupapa, and attempted to make a left turn with an e-bike onto Kauwili when she turned into the path of a motorist and was struck by the car. She was not wearing a helmet, police said. According to the Hawaii Bicycling League, Hawaii law requires the operator of a low-speed e-bike to be at least 15 years old.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Airbnb restrictions in Louisville at risk under revised Kentucky bill
An amendment tacked onto a Kentucky bill about swimming pools now sets new standards for how cities can regulate short-term rentals — a last-minute move that overrides some restrictions in Louisville. House Speaker David Osborne, R-Prospect, filed an amendment to Senate Bill 61 that prohibits local governments from setting density limits for short-term rentals, which are often booked through platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. In Louisville, short-term rentals that are not owner-occupied cannot be located within 600 feet of each other. The amendment was attached to the bill after it had already passed both the Senate and a House committee, preventing public comment from taking place. The revised bill now awaits a full vote in the House, with hours left to award it final passage before a veto period begins Saturday. The accelerated change drew ire from some Metro Council members, who said the bill is another law that will limit Louisville's local control. "To me, there is nothing more fundamental to local government than basic zoning regulations, and if locals can't make zoning decisions, why are we making any decisions?" Councilman Markus Winkler said. "Perhaps we should start to send all of our zoning cases to Frankfort and let them decide." Councilman Ben Reno-Weber shared similar frustrations. 'That bill was about swimming pools yesterday," Reno-Weber said in a statement to The Courier Journal. "This is the bull---- that makes people hate government. If we need to change a law, let's have a robust public discussion and craft laws that work — ideally at the level closest to the people most impacted.' Reno-Weber represents District 8, which encompasses Louisville's Highlands neighborhood. One of Reno-Weber's predecessors, former District 8 Councilman Brandon Coan, spearheaded the city's 600-foot rule in an attempt to cut down on the proliferation of short-term rentals in the district's neighborhoods. Winkler pushed back on the idea that short-term regulations are a "property rights" issue. "This is functionally allowing, without restriction, commercial operations in residential zones," Winkler said. Since 2016, Louisville has required all short-term rentals to register annually with the city, providing information on where they're located and who owns them. Louisville employees review each short-term rental application before it's registered to make sure it meets zoning, occupancy and other requirements. Code enforcement officers can cite rentals operating without a registration. Starting in 2019, short-term rentals were also required to receive conditional-use permits if they wanted to operate without a host at residentially zoned properties. Those rentals are not supposed to be within 600 feet of each other, though the Board of Zoning Adjustment has the power to approve permits with exceptions. Metro Council members directed city planning employees to again review short-term rental regulations in November 2022. The following year, the council approved several changes, including increasing the annual short-term rental registration fee, requiring an owner to live at a residence at least six months before registering it as an owner-occupied rental and prohibiting a new registration at a property if a citation has been issued there for unlawful short-term rental activity within the past 12 months. Under Osborne's amendment, cities can continue requiring short-term rental owners to register their properties and "impose reasonable fees," as well as "authorized taxes." Homeowners' associations can also still enact their own rules for short-term rentals. However, the amendment prevents local governments from imposing density limits, including on the number or percentage of short-term rentals in a building, zoning district or other geographic boundary. It lets cities require conditional-use permits or other forms of approval to operate short-term rentals. But officials cannot deny approval unless there is a "significant negative impact" on health, safety or resident welfare, like noise or nuisance issues. Reach reporter Eleanor McCrary at EMcCrary@ or at @ellie_mccrary on X, formerly known as Twitter. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Kentucky bill would override some Airbnb restrictions in Louisville
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Rhoden signs government accountability bills
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden has signed four bills related to government accountability. Summit asks PUC for more time on CO2 pipeline The bills come in response to a series of at least four corruption cases found in state government in the past year prosecuted by the attorney general's office. Attorney General Marty Jackley supported the legislation and testified in favor of many of the bills. Senate Bill 60 which expands the access and investigatory authority of the State Auditor. Senate Bill 61 which modifies the authority of the Board of Internal Controls. Senate Bill 62 which establishes mandatory reporting requirements related to improper government conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty. Senate Bill 63 which establishes protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime. 'As stewards of taxpayer dollars, we have a responsibility to ensure integrity in how those dollars are spent,' said Rhoden in a news release. All four bills will take effect July 1. 'Today, our State is choosing to better protect taxpayer dollars and those State employees reporting crimes to the Attorney General,' said Jackley in a news release. Rhoden has signed a total of 106 bills into law for the 2025 Legislative Session. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
