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Gateway Tower is a high-rise condos development proposed. This project is 32 storeys tall, located at 430 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC. Gateway Tower will have a total of 232 units.
The application was submitted on Aug 06, 2025, with the full PDF available here .
Rising at the northeast corner of Harvey Avenue and Pandosy Street, the proposed Gateway Tower is a striking mixed-use high-rise designed to redefine Kelowna’s western approach. At 32 storeys, this bold new tower is envisioned as a modern “gateway” to the downtown core, inspired by the natural beauty of the Okanagan Valley.
Site & Context
Currently home to Tamm Mexican Restaurant, the 430 Harvey Avenue site was acquired for $5 million in 2021. Located prominently when entering the city via the William R. Bennett Bridge, the development aims to elevate the standard of urban design in Kelowna.
Design & Program
- Mixed Use & Streetscape: Ground level features street-facing retail storefronts along Harvey Avenue, easing into a residential lobby on Pandosy Street. A thoughtful 10-foot setback in front of the CRUs allows space for potential outdoor seating areas.
- Parking Strategy: Floors 2–6 house parking—including two elevated levels above the podium—with a material and landscaping transition to soften visual impact. To compensate for lower-than-required parking, developers propose transit incentives like bus passes and complimentary car-share membership (via Modo) for units without assigned stalls.
- Residential & Amenities: Floors 7–32 offer residential units—130 one-bedroom and 102 two-bedroom layouts—surrounding a landscaped podium and podium-top indoor/outdoor amenity spaces. The rooftop adds further gathering and lounge zones with stunning downtown and lake views.
- Architectural Concept: Design draws from the Okanagan’s natural motifs—vineyard rows expressed as vertical podium lines in oxidized copper tones, lush rooftop plantings, and glass balconies arranged in fluid, wave-like patterns—creating a visually dynamic, locally resonant landmark.
Planning & Next Steps
The project aligns with Kelowna’s Downtown Plan, both in zoning (UC1/Downtown Urban Centre) and contextual form. Its submission is under City review, with next phases likely to involve council deliberation.
Public discussion
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Jack B
Urban Legend, Aug 08, 2025
A new exciting proposal for another parking lot downtown, where the Mexican restaurant currently is. 33-storey condos with 232 units, including a commercial front on Harvey and Pandosy. Interesting design, I like it.
Construction Updates
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By our latest infromation it appears that contsruction 🏗️ hasn't been started yet as the project still waiting for an approval.
