What rules apply to building or restoring in Shaughnessy?
First Shaughnessy is a Heritage Conservation Area. A development permit is required for new development and for any demolition, construction or alteration, and an advisory design panel reviews applications. South of it, the City's R1-1 rules and character incentives can apply.
Which Tavan homes are in Shaughnessy?
Shaughnessy Renaissance, Shaughnessy Charm, Shaughnessy Jewel, Adera Radiance, Wiltshire Tradition and, across from Van Dusen, Hudson on the Park.
Do you restore older Shaughnessy homes?
Yes. Shaughnessy Renaissance, built in 1927, went from 3,500 to 7,500 square feet while keeping 60 percent of its original structure, windows and rooflines.
Can a new home here look like it has always been on the street?
That is what Shaughnessy Charm does: a new custom home that replicates a century-old Tudor, matching the grand neighbourhood style.
How long do permits take?
The City reports 160 days on average for single-detached homes in 2025. In First Shaughnessy, plan for the development permit and the panel's review on top.
Building new: luxury custom homes. Keeping an older house: character home restoration. Nearby: Point Grey, Kitsilano, Dunbar.