Mustard Seed says restroom trailer set up before permit approval was a proactive measure

However, no work had begun at the site, The Mustard Seed said in statement Thursday, saying the organization was waiting for development permit approval.

“In preparation for tight project timelines, we proactively ordered some items in advance,” the organization told CHAT News in an email.

“While these were delivered to the site earlier than expected, they remain unused and can either be returned or repurposed within our organization if needed,” the statement added.

“The Mustard Seed remains fully committed to collaborating closely with municipalities and consistently adhering to all required approvals and guidelines before beginning any projects.”

At the request of the Alberta government, The Mustard Seed in December applied to add 20 overnight shelter beds to its Community Impact Centre.

The organization said it wanted to provide safe, warm shelter for vulnerable individuals during the winter months.

That required a development permit application for 503A Allowance Ave. SE to rezone from “community services” to temporary “community shelter” and “community social service” classifications.

The Municipal Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny the application on Wednesday after pressure from residents who have raised concerns over the behaviour of The Mustard Seed’s clients near their homes.

The organization has 21 days from Thursday to appeal the commission’s decision to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.

by Eli J. Ridder

Mustard Seed says restroom trailer set up before permit approval was a proactive measure

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