Burnaby Site Planning Checklist for Multiplex + Laneway Concepts

Site planning determines what stays flexible later

In Burnaby, many early design conversations focus on unit count first. That matters, but site planning often decides whether the project remains viable once circulation, servicing, and private outdoor space are layered in.

Start with three layout tests, not one

• A conservative layout with generous circulation and easier servicing
• A balanced layout sized to your likely target unit mix
• A stretch layout that tests maximum yield assumptions

This gives you a decision range instead of a single concept that may be hard to adjust.

Design review questions that save time later

Access and movement

• Where do residents enter and gather?
• Can deliveries and waste movement happen without crossing private zones?
• Are pathways intuitive for visitors and future tenants?

Outdoor space quality

Short outdoor spaces can still feel usable if sightlines, privacy, and sunlight are considered together. Owners often underestimate how much value comes from a few high-quality shared zones.

Decision checkpoint before detailed drawings

Once you have two viable options, choose the one that best matches your financing comfort and delivery timeline, not just maximum theoretical yield.