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Opponents of a controversial proposed condominium tower in the Nutana neighbourhood warn a dangerous precedent has been set after its first endorsement at Saskatoon city hall.

The municipal planning commission endorsed the proposed seven-storey, 45-unit development less than a block from the riverbank on Tuesday, despite opposition that included a petition with 183 names urging its rejection.

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The planned project by Meridian Development would be built at the corner of University Drive and 13th Street East, where the Faith Alive Family Church is located.

Lisa Kaselnikoff, who lives on Saskatchewan Crescent East, just north of the proposed building site, said the concerns go beyond neighbours next to the building. She said the structure would alter the city’s skyline and lead to more projects of similar type.

“The riverbank belongs to all of us as Saskatonians,” Kaselnikoff told Tuesday’s meeting. “We ask that the city protect the Saskatoon skyline.”