Calgarians impacted by June flooding gathered in the community of Sunnyside Aug. 5 for a flood recovery information session organized by the City.

After the scale of damage caused by flooding throughout southern Alberta, the provincial government appointed an advisory panel on community flood mitigation to provide direct input on the latest flood prevention technology from around the world.

When it comes to homeowners, Calgary's million-dollar club is becoming more inclusive every minute.

With 64 homes priced at $1 million or more sold in August, Calgary's luxury homes market broke the record for most luxury homes sold in the month. Calgarians growing love for the lap of luxury also helped contribute to the highest average sale price and the second highest number of homes ever sold in the month of August.

Okay I am hooked.

The newest television show on Netflix has me vegging on the couch instead of in the garden. But even though I am watching the entire season of Orange is the New Black while also indulging in Amazing Race Canada, I have taken time to critique my garden annuals.

As Calgary grows as a city, so does the need for new infrastructure, which can sometimes leave heritage buildings by the wayside.

One example is the community of Hillhurst-Sunnyside where an application has been made to rezone 13 properties in the 1100 block of Memorial Drive NW. Developing company Dobbin Group wants to use the space to construct a 70-unit project comprised of Chicago-style brownstones.

Calgary's actual housing starts increased by 52 per cent in July, boosted primarily by increased activity in the city's multi-family sector.

According to the latest numbers from Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation (CMHC), housing starts in the city numbered 1,383 units in July, up from 910 during the same month in 2012.

A fairly new neighbourhood in the scheme of things, McKenzie Towne has established itself as a sought after home for singles, families and empty-nesters alike looking for green spaces, amenities and a strong sense of community.

McKenzie Towne is centred by the community's High Street. Mirroring similar streets found in towns and cities across Great Britain and Europe, High Street provides a great hub of amenities and walkability. Bigger box stores are available on nearby 130th Ave. SE.