As first reported by Daily Hive Urbanized earlier this year, this would be a redevelopment of the east side of Granville Street between Robson Street and north of the Orpheum Theatre entrance, with the full incorporation and preservation of the mid-block building that houses the Commodore Ballroom and Commodore Bowling & Billiards.
The Commodore building would be preserved in its entirety by constructing a structure that forms a bridge over the entertainment venue. There would be back-of-house and accessibility improvements to both the Commodore Ballroom and the adjacent Orpheum Theatre.
Artistic rendering of 800 Granville Street, Vancouver. (Perkins & Will/Bonnis Properties)
Additionally, as a developer-funded public benefit, the proponent intends to build a new additional 14,700 sq ft performance hall worth about $45 million. This will be a city-owned venue upon completion.