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Keswick is a neighbourhood in southwest
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that was established in 2010 through the adoption of the Keswick Neighbourhood Structure Plan (NSP). It is a planned neighborhood, which is a joint venture between MLC Group and Cameron Communities. The neighborhood was inspired by the
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and features parks, constructed wetlands and expansive walking trails. Keswick is located within the Windermere area and was originally considered Neighbourhood 3 within Windermere Area Structure Plan (ASP). It is bounded by the
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to the west, the future realignment of Ellerslie Road SW to the north, 170 Street SW to the east, and the future 25 Avenue SW to the south. The
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neighbourhood is located to the north, while future Windermere Neighbourhood 4 and Neighbourhood 5 are located to the east and south respectively. The community is represented by the Greater Windermere
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Surrounding neighbourhoods

Keswick is bordered by the
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and Glenridding Heights neighborhoods.


See also

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References

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