City of Kitchener defers funeral home application [Video]

Kitchener city council has voted once again to defer an application for a business expansion that would see three affordable homes levelled to make way for a crematorium and additional parking.

Henry Walser, the owner of Henry Walser Funeral Home, is looking to demolish three houses that he owns and currently rents out at 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street to expand his business at 507 Frederick Street.

Earlier this year, council deferred making a decision on the funeral home expansion to allow for more time to review options.

‘LIVING WITH UNCERTAINTY’

Those that live in the homes are concerned if they are forced to move, they may not be able to afford a new place to live.

For the last 10 years, the duplex on Becker Street has been home for Megan Ruttan and Cameron Walker.

“I don’t want him to think, or anyone to think they can kick people out of their homes, especially for a parking lot,” …