The Chateau Laurier and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad addition
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Even in a city already filled with historic buildings, Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier hotel stands out as a favourite for many.
But the national historic site has been embroiled in controversy over plans for a large addition at the back of the scenic property. Ottawa city council recently upheld a previously granted heritage permit for the addition, despite public outcry over the design. Many feel it stands out too much, or takes away from the historic look of the hotel.
We look at why the addition has been so controversial, what the city’s stance is, and why the building is so important.
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Even in a city already filled with historic buildings, Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier hotel stands out as a favourite for many.
But the national historic site has been embroiled in controversy over plans for a large addition at the back of the scenic property. Ottawa city council recently upheld a previously granted heritage permit for the addition, despite public outcry over the design. Many feel it stands out too much, or takes away from the historic look of the hotel.
We look at why the addition has been so controversial, what the city’s stance is, and why the building is so important.
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