D’Youville University is planning graduate-level student housing for a site once targeted for a new medical school. The proposed five-story building at 443 West Avenue is being constructed by Uniland Development and designed by Elev8 Architecture. A variance to allow a five-story building where a maximum four-stories is permitted will be considered by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 16.
From the project application:
The proposed project will consist of a five-story, 188-unit wood-frame residential building. In addition to residential units, the development will feature on-site amenity spaces for residents and a future tenant space to serve both tenants and the surrounding community. Pedestrian access will be provided from both West Avenue and Plymouth Avenue, with vehicular access from Plymouth Avenue.…