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RIVERSIDE SOUTH DEVELOPMENT PHASE 6

PLANNING RATIONALE

August 2009

Prepared for:

URBANDALE CORPORATION 2193 Arch Street Ottawa, Ontario

K1G 2H5

Prepared by:

J.L. RICHARDS & ASSOCIATES LIMITED 864 Lady Ellen Place

Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 5M2

JLR 21464-06

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PLANNING RATIONALE

- TABLE OF CONTENTS - PAGE

1.0 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Background ........................................................................................................... 1 1.2.1 Location and Site Description .................................................................... 1 1.2.2 Community Context ................................................................................... 2 2.0 THE PROPOSAL .............................................................................................................. 3

2.1 Draft Plan of Subdivision ....................................................................................... 3 2.2 Zoning By-law Amendment ................................................................................... 4

3.0 POLICY CONTEXT........................................................................................................... 5

3.1 Provincial Policy Statement (2005)........................................................................ 5 3.2 The City of Ottawa Official Plan............................................................................. 7 3.3 Riverside South Community Design Plan............................................................ 10 3.3.1 Transit-Oriented Development................................................................. 11 3.3.2 Road Network.......................................................................................... 11 3.3.3 Natural Features and Open Spaces ........................................................ 11 3.3.4 Range of Densities and Unit Types ......................................................... 12 3.4.1 Background Studies ............................................................................................ 12 3.4.1 (a) Transportation.................................................................................... 12 3.4.1 (b) Water Distribution Study .................................................................... 13 3.4.1 (c) Sanitary Sewer System ..................................................................... 13 3.4.2 Land Use: Phase 6............................................................................................. 13

3.4.3 Distribution of Uses ............................................................................................ 14 3.5.1 Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines......................................... 15 3.5.1 (a) Intent.................................................................................................. 15 3.5.1 (b) Application ......................................................................................... 16 3.5.1 (c) Main and Transit Streets.................................................................... 16 3.5.1 (d) Phases 6 and 7.................................................................................. 19 4.0 CONCLUSION ................................................................................................................ 19

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PLANNING RATIONALE

1.0 INTRODUCTION This Report has been prepared in support of an application for a Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval and a Zoning By-law Amendment for a new mixed use and residential subdivision development known as Riverside South Phase 6. The subject site is located south of Earl Armstrong Road and east of Limebank Road, in the Former Geographic Township (City) of Gloucester, now the City of Ottawa.

1.1 Purpose J.L. Richards & Associates Limited (JLR) has prepared this Planning Rationale Report in support of an application for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for approximately 1,185 residential units and blocks for mixed-use development of approximately 12.5 ha in Phase 6 of the Riverside South Subdivision.

This Planning Rationale will outline the various land use aspects of the proposal that support the development model currently being used in the City of Ottawa. This Report will also demonstrate how the development will be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, be in conformity to the City of Ottawa Official Plan, and consequently the Riverside South Community Design Plan, while ensuring the provision of new housing and employment that meets the needs of both this growing community and the City as a whole.

A Planning Rationale is required by the City of Ottawa to provide planning support for all applications for both a Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval and a Zoning By-law Amendment.

1.2 Background

1.2.1 Location and Site Description

The legal description of the subject property is Part of Lots 21 and 22, Concession 2 in the Former Township (City) of Gloucester, now the City of Ottawa. The property is situated to the south of Earl Armstrong Road. The subject property is 32.13 ha in area.

As shown in Figure 1, the site currently consists of undeveloped rural lands.

Urbandale Corporation Riverside South Development Phase 6 - Planning Rationale


Figure 1 – Aerial view of the future community of Riverside South: Phase 6

1.2.2 Community Context

The area surrounding the subject site consists of Valley Lands to the north, future residential development to the east, and mixed used community core area to the south. Phase 7 of the Riverside South Development is located directly to the west of the subject site.

The subject site is abutting two Arterial Roads (as defined by the Official Plan), Earl Armstrong Road and Limebank Road. Earl Armstrong Road provides access to River Road. The subdivision is developed in accordance with the Community Design Plan and the City's Official Plan and Transportation Plan.

Regarding access to public transit services, a future Rapid Transit Corridor runs through the centre of the subject site. As a consequence, the subdivision has been designed to provide access to both the future light rail and the transit network, with higher densities concentrated around this Corridor.



2.0 THE PROPOSAL

2.1 Draft Plan of Subdivision

The proposed development is to include approximately 235 townhouses (Medium Density) and 950 apartments (High Density 2). In addition, this particular Phase of the Riverside South Development will include two streets to service this part of the community core area. The entire subject area, which covers an area of 32.13 ha, will be serviced by municipal water services and municipal sanitary sewers.

Figure 2 – Draft Plan of Subdivision Riverside South: Phase 6

Access to the proposed site is from Earl Armstrong Road, with internal connections to both access points. The public streets proposed to be constructed will be a 26 metre right of way. The streets will be developed and designed using City of Ottawa Standards for new roads, including sanitary sewers and stormwater management for drainage and the Design Guidelines for Riverside South. The total road area inside the proposed site is 7.24 ha, including dedications for Earl Armstrong and Limebank Roads. In addition, there is an allowance for the Transitway dedication, as per 4R-21491 and widening as shown.



The proposed subject site includes approximately 12.5 ha of mixed commercial use. With an estimated 100 jobs per ha, the subject site will create approximately 1,250 jobs to the community core area (calculation based on CDP). In addition to the residential and commercial uses, 0.6 ha of park space (shown as Block 7) will service this portion of the community core.

2.2 Zoning By-law Amendment

The site is currently zoned as Development Reserve Zone (DR) under the City of Ottawa Zoning By-law (2008-250 Consolidation). The purpose of the DR Zone is to “recognize lands intended for future urban development in areas designated as General Urban Area and Developing Communities in the Official Plan.”

The current permitted uses in the DR Zone include: agricultural use, community garden, emergency service, environmental preserve and education area, forestry operation, group home, home-based business, marine facility, detached dwelling accessory to a permitted use, park and a secondary dwelling unit.

Figure 3 – Proposed Zoning By-law Schedule: Phase 6



The Zoning By-law Amendment seeks to change the current zoning of Development Reserve Zone to: Residential Fifth Density (R5Z), Mixed Use Centre (MC) and Open Space (O1).

The R5Z Zone permits different development standards identified in the Z subzone, primarily for areas designated as ‘Developing Communities’, which promote efficient land use and compact form while showcasing newer design approaches. The MC Zone ensures that areas designated as Mixed-Use Centres in the Official Plan accommodate a combination of transit-supportive uses such as offices, schools, hotels, large institutional buildings, community recreation and leisure centres, day care centres, retail uses, entertainment uses, service uses such as restaurants and personal service businesses, and high- and medium-density residential uses. The purpose of the Open Space Zone (O1) is to permit parks, open space and related compatible uses as identified in the Official Plan. The Open Space designation ensures that the range of permitted uses and applicable regulations is in keeping with the low scale, low intensity open space nature of the lands.

3.0 POLICY CONTEXT

3.1 Provincial Policy Statement (2005)

This Subdivision Proposal is consistent with the vision and ideas of the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) as issued under Section 3 of the Planning Act. Section 1.1.3.1 states:

‘Settlement Areas shall be the focus of growth and their vitality and regeneration shall be promoted.”

Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development promotes growth within the Community of Riverside South by adding approximately 1,185 units, along with 12.5 ha of commercial space. The proposed subdivision is a logical and anticipated extension of the surrounding areas and will foster fluid connections within the community of Riverside South.

Section 1.1.3.2 of the Provincial Policy Statement states:

‘Land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on:

a) densities and a mix of land uses which:

1. efficiently use land and resources



2. are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available, and avoid the need for unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion’

Phase 6 of the Community of Riverside South efficiently uses land and resources by providing a natural extension of the surrounding neighbourhoods. The road network has been designed to provide links with major arterial roads and adjacent neighbourhoods. As such, Phase 6 of the Community of Riverside South prevents unjustified and uneconomical expansion.

Section 1.1.3.7 of the Provincial Policy Statement states:

‘New development taking place in designated growth areas should occur adjacent to the existing built-up area and shall have a compact form, mix of uses and densities that allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public service facilities’.

The proposed Phase 6 Riverside South Subdivision will be developed adjacent to other built-up areas and will include a mix of land uses. Of the estimated 1,185 units in the Draft Plan of Subdivision, 235 will be townhomes (Medium Density). The remaining 950 units will be apartment units (High Density 2). Phase 6 of the Riverside South Community will also incorporate open space to service the community core area at the intersection of the Transitway and Street 1.

Section 1.6.4 of the Provincial Policy Statement provides policies relating to the servicing of new developments in Settlement Areas. Section 1.6.4.1 states:

Planning for sewage and water services shall:

b) ensure that these systems are provided in a manner that: 1) can be sustained by the water resources upon which such services rely; 2) is financially viable and complies with all regulatory requirements; and 3) protects human health and the natural environment;

d) integrate servicing and land use considerations at all stages of the planning process.

Section 1.6.4.2 states that:

Municipal sewage services and municipal water services are the preferred form of servicing for settlement areas.



The Community of Riverside South has been designed to use municipal sewage services and municipal water services. The availability of a water supply with adequate quality and quantity has been determined through the extensive background studies that were completed as a pre-condition of the Community Design Plan process.

The Hydrogeological Report also indicates that the Community of Riverside South was designed to direct all flows westward to the existing West Rideau Collector. As such, the development proposal for the subject site is consistent with the PPS. The phasing of the Riverside South Community was designed with consideration to integrate servicing and land use throughout all stages of the planning process.

Section 2.0 of the PPS provides policies related to the use and management of resources. The Riverside South Community development is consistent with these provisions regarding:

Section 2.1 (Natural Heritage), the subject site has no significant wildlife habitat, wetlands, woodlands or ecological functions.

Section 2.2 (Water), the subject site does not include any surface or groundwater features identified as ecologically significant.

Section 2.3 (Agriculture), the subject site does not contain any prime agricultural areas for long-term use for agriculture.

Section 2.4 (Minerals and Petroleum), the subject site has no known areas of mineral or petroleum potential identified by the City’s Official Plan.

Section 2.5 (Mineral Aggregate Resources), the subject site has no mineral aggregate potential.

Section 2.6 (Cultural Heritage and Archaeology), the subject site has no built heritage nor has it been identified as being an area of archaeological potential.

Section 3.0 of the Provincial Policy Statement provides policies relating to the protection of public health from natural and human-made hazards. The development of this phase has taken into consideration all natural hazards and has not found any issues that need to be taken into account in the design. The natural creek areas are being protected from development through the dedication to the City.

3.2 The City of Ottawa Official Plan

The City of Ottawa Official Plan, adopted by City Council in May 2003, has been updated and amended numerous times by both Council and the Ontario Municipal Board. For the purposes



of this planning rationale, the on-line consolidated version of the Official Plan was used as reference.

The subject site is located within the urban boundary of the City of Ottawa. Schedule ‘B’ of the Official Plan shows the site location in the South part of the City of Ottawa designated as a Developing Community within the Urban Area (refer to Figure 4).

Figure 4 - City of Ottawa Official Plan: ‘Developing Community’

Section 3.6.4 of the Official Plan provides a framework for Developing Communities. The Plan states that:

‘The Developing Community designation in the Plan identifies parts of the city that are undeveloped or substantially underdeveloped. Developing Communities will offer a full range of choice in housing, commercial, institutional and leisure activities within a development pattern that prioritizes walking, cycling and transit over the automobile. The completion of a community design plan will be required prior to any development being approved in a Developing Community.’



The proposal for this site was created with special consideration for the policies of Developing Communities and the objectives in the Official Plan. All relevant policies regarding Developing Communities are contained in Section 3.6.4.


‘Developing Communities are areas that are vacant or substantially vacant, that offer substantial opportunity for new residential development at increased intensities and opportunities to create complete, sustainable communities, within a development pattern that prioritizes walking, cycling and transit over the automobile.’

In developing the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, the above policy was considered. The proposed development is to be on vacant ‘greenfield’ land that offers a new residential development of varying unit types and sizes with increased opportunities for a more sustainable lifestyle for its residents.


‘All development occurring within a land designation as a Developing Community will be on the basis of a community design plan for the entire area.’

Again, in developing the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, the above policy was considered. The Riverside South Community Design Plan, adopted in February 2005, was used as a framework in order to ensure that the plan complies with the intent of the Official Plan. The Riverside South Community Design Plan represents a comprehensive strategy for all the lands within the Developing Community designation.

Section 3.6.4.4 (a) states that a Developing Community must:

‘Establish (a) mix and location of residential dwelling types which, as a minimum, will constitute the following:

i. No more than 6 per cent single-detached and semi-detached, at least 10 per cent apartment dwellings and the remainder multiple dwellings other than apartments, and,

ii. Establish an overall average for single-detached, semi-detached and townhouses of 29 units per net hectare, for Developing Communities outside the Greenbelt.’



In developing the Draft Plan of Subdivision, the above policy was considered. With regard to both subsections (i) and (ii), an assortment of dwelling types and locations was considered in order to meet the requirements in the City of Ottawa’s Official Plan.

Section 3.6.4.4 (f) (v) states that a Developing Community must:

‘Determine the appropriate amendments to this Plan to facilitate the implementation of the community design plan wherever necessary to accommodate such matters as recognizing environmental features, establishing Major Open Spaces or identifying new Mainstreets.’

The City of Ottawa Official Plan was appropriately amended in order to facilitate the Riverside South Community Design Plan, with particular regard to accommodate environmental features, establishing the transit corridor, major Open Spaces and identifying new Mainstreets.

3.3 Riverside South Community Design Plan

The Riverside South Community Design Plan was approved by the City of Ottawa Council in June 2005. In accordance with the City’s Official Plan policies, preparation of a Community Design Plan (CDP) is required before development proceeds in areas designated “Developing Community.”

‘The Community Design Plan for Riverside South is guided by transit-oriented development principles that seek to achieve efficient land use patterns, while creating a community where residents have access to open spaces, shops, schools, community services, and choices in dwelling types in a high quality urban environment. Job opportunities in designated employment lands and throughout the community will help to achieve a balance between jobs and households in the new community.’

The main objectives of the Community Design Plan are to: - support transit-oriented development focused on the rapid transit corridor - create land use and road patterns that support various modes of transportation - maximize the benefits from existing natural features - create a network of open spaces accessible to residents and visitors - establish a range of residential densities and foster a mix of unit types



- ensure consistent treatment of buildings, street edges, boulevards, landscape areas and open spaces

- encourage the development of an attractive, mixed use Community Core area.

The distribution of land uses in Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development reflects the core objectives as sought by the Community Design Plan. The Riverside South Community promotes a transit–oriented development that is consistent with the City of Ottawa’s vision (as outlined by the Official Plan). Similarly, the community core plan also supports a variety of other modes of transportation. Along with a range of residential densities and unit types planned for the site, Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development offers a variety of mixed office/ retail and service activities, thereby reinforcing the area as a centre of activity with strong employment. In addition, several community parks are planned in the core area as a means to compliment the existing natural features that are unique to the community of Riverside South. In accordance with the Community Core Guidelines, Phase 6 has been designed to encourage the development of an attractive, mixed-use neighbourhood. 3.3.1 Transit-Oriented Development The proposed Riverside South Development meets the main objectives as sought out by the Community Design Plan. One of the key elements of the design is the planned rapid transit corridor and associated transit services and facilities. Accordingly, the development patterns and corresponding densities throughout the development are intended to contribute to the creation of this transit-supportive community. Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development includes the highest density forms, such as apartment buildings, within 400 metres of the rapid transit stations. Medium density forms, such as townhouse units, are generally located approximately 800 metres away from the transit stations. The areas closest to the rapid transit stations are the focal point that will accommodate a mix of uses, such as residential, commercial and institutional. 3.3.2 Road Network Prepared in support of the CDP, the Riverside South Transportation Update provides a framework on the improvements needed to the existing road network, both within and external to Riverside South. The road network for the community is based on a grid of east-west and north-south collector roads. The primary axis for the community’s road system is the two existing arterial roads: Limebank Road and Earl Armstrong Road. A comprehensive road hierarchy, as set out in the CDP, includes arterial, collector and local roads for transportation. Phase 6 has been designed in accordance with the Plan.



3.3.3 Natural Features and Open Spaces The Riverside South Community was conceived to preserve and promote its unique natural features and open spaces. The open space system has been designed to offer residents a range of scale and function to foster a variety of active and passive recreational uses. In addition, they provide linkages between destinations within the community. Some of the natural features include the Rideau River and Mosquito Creek, as well as two significant Woodlots. Also, a Park system, consisting of varying sizes and uses, is distributed throughout the community in order to facilitate access for residents. Phase 6 has been designed to abut the Mosquito Creek Valley Lands in accordance with this policy. Consistent with the Land Use Plan for the Riverside South Development, a Sub-neighbourhood Park has also been designed to serve the residential development in this part of the community core area. 3.3.4 Range of Densities and Unit types As outlined in the City of Ottawa’s Official Plan, the Riverside South Community’s overall residential density must achieve two density and housing mix objectives. In the first instance, the CDP calls for a maximum of 60 percent single and semi-detached dwellings and a minimum of 30 percent multiple dwellings and 10 percent apartments. Secondly, an average density of 29 units per net hectare for ground-oriented units must also be attained. The distribution of densities is designed to support intensification in residential areas with close proximity to transit and other transportation corridors. The Subdivision attains these density targets. Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development will include medium and high density residential dwellings to be located in mixed-use and residential apartment buildings, along with townhouses and stacked townhouses. The community core area will develop as a pedestrian-friendly centre within a “high quality public realm.”

3.4.1 Background Studies

There are several background studies that form part of the Riverside South Community Design Plan. Phase 6 has been laid out in conformity with the Design Plan and the servicing requirements are in place to serve the proposed development.



3.4.1 (a) Transportation

The most recent Transportation Study Update performed by Delcan concluded that a population of approximately 56,000 (approximately 18,300 units), can be achieved without any additional major road system capacity over that identified in the City of Ottawa’s Transportation Master Plan. Even though “the exact right of way for the future Rapid Transit Corridor within Riverside South will not be determined until the Environmental Assessment is completed, the Land Use Plan shows a general alignment that reflects curves of not less than 300 m radius and a right-of-way of 30 m.”

Internally, the proposed spacing of signalized intersections on the arterial road network within the Riverside South Community Design Plan is considered acceptable for traffic progression and community mobility purposes.

3.4.1 (b) Water Distribution Study

The required water distribution supply for the Riverside South Community is delineated into two distinct pressure zones – the lower lying areas are serviced through a watermain across the Rideau River, and the higher lands are to be serviced through a new pumping station fed from the low lying area.

The following water distribution upgrades were identified to support the proposed Community Design Plan; upgrades to the Carleton Heights Pumping Station, an increase in storage capacity of the Ottawa South reservoir, and an increase in capacity in the Ottawa South Pumping Station.

Internally, the extension of the existing distribution system, together with the construction of a water pumping station, is required to service the Community Design Plan area.

3.4.1 (c) Sanitary Sewer System

The existing Background Study confirmed that the Riverside South Community is provided with sanitary service through the major collector that crosses under the Rideau River and outlets to the existing West Rideau Collector Sewer. The existing Rideau River crossing has capacity to service the entire development proposed in the Community Design Plan.

The Background Study also investigated the available capacity of the West Rideau Collector to accommodate the future development in the Riverside South Community. The analysis concluded that sufficient capacity exists to service the future Riverside South Community.



3.4.2 Land Use: Phase 6 Regarding the Land Use Plan for Phase 6 of the Riverside South Community Design Plan, the following land use designations apply to the subject site: Community Core Area (MU) and Sub-neighbourhood Park (SP). The Subdivision has been designed in accordance with this Land Use Plan.

3.4.3 Distribution of Uses

The conceptual Community Core Area was conceived to distribute residential, commercial, institutional and open space uses in a manner that reinforces the intended function of the streets and the ease of access to transit for residents. Transit stations are projected to become the focal points of activity in the core area, along with public and quasi-public spaces, institutional or civic buildings and mixed retail/residential buildings (refer to Figure 5).

The buildings along Main Street and north of the Transit Corridor will be predominantly commercial, with parking located within the interior of the street blocks. South of the Transit Corridor, the community core area buildings will have mixed or single residential/commercial uses. The buildings along the Transit Corridor will have a mix of commercial/residential uses, with retail and service businesses located at ground level.

The taller buildings (up to 6 storeys) in the Riverside Community Core Area will be situated adjacent to transit stations. Institutional buildings that are to be located in the Community Core Area should be positioned within close proximity to the transit stations and Public Square. The CDP ensures that a high standard of architecture and landscaping be required to treat all civic buildings in the Community Core Area.



Figure 5 – Excerpt of Conceptual Core Area Plan: Phase 6

Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development has been developed according to the Conceptual Community Core Area Plan, as outlined by the CDP. As such, the proposed Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of subdivision distribute the core area land uses in an efficient manner. Individual sites will be developed by the Site Plan Guidelines outlined in the Community Development Plan, thereby ensuring the appropriate growth as outlined by the City of Ottawa.

3.5.1 Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines 3.5.1 (a) Intent The Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines, produced by Bousfields Inc., establish standards that will guide future detailed design for street and pedestrian lighting, streetscape and park elements, including street ‘furniture’ and landscaping standards, traffic circle landscape design and commercial area lighting, pedestrian walkways, landscape details and signage. The Guidelines promote high quality and design–coordinated community amenities in lighting, street furniture and signage. In developing these standards, amenities were selected to promote a measure of consistency that reinforces community character. The Guidelines have



been prepared in accordance with the Riverside South Community Design Plan Implementation Guidelines. The Guidelines will direct developers in the preparation of plans, assist the public in understanding the design intent for the Core Area, and will be used by the City in the review and approval of application for development approvals. 3.5.1 (b) Application The Guidelines apply primarily to the design of Main and Transit streets, to the development of land adjacent to Main and Transit streets, to Core Area parks and to commercial areas located to the north and south of Earl Armstrong Road within the Core Area. The streetlight and pedestrian light style selected will apply to development within the entire Core Area. The Urban Design Guidelines include a comprehensive Image Bank comprised of selected photographs depicting preferred architectural finishes in various streetscape conditions. The Streetscape character plans (designed for Main and Transit streets) describe, in detail, the arrangement of street furniture, landscaping, lighting and surface treatment. This series of drawings includes concept plans of landscaping for roundabouts, parks, parking areas and civic spaces. These drawings also show locations of street furniture and lighting. The commercial parking areas section provides guidance on walkway design and landscaping options. The Manufacturer’s Specifications section is intended as a design palette for all streetscape elements, such as benches, waste receptacles, lights and tree grates. The Core Area Urban Design Guidelines provide a framework outlining the various specifications in relation to Large and Small Retail Buildings, Mixed-use Buildings, Transit Street Apartment Buildings and Office and Civic Buildings, all of which are subject to architectural review. 3.5.1 (c) Main and Transit Streets The Guidelines direct the future engineering and landscape design for the two pedestrian-oriented streets in the Core Area, Main and Transit Streets, as they will be the focus of business and residential activity in the area. The Urban Design Guidelines provide for recommendations for streetscape elements, such as: Benches, Garbage Receptacles, Trees, Bollards, Tree Guard and Grates, Bike Racks, Lighting, Paving Utilities, Fences and Signage. The Main Street streetscape guidelines were meant to be read in conjunction with the Riverside South Community Design Plan. Located in the Community Core Area, Main Street is characterized by a strong relationship of buildings to the street, with hard surface from building to road surface. The design of the street and sidewalk provides for improved pedestrian



movement and access to adjacent uses, such as retail and commercial. On-street parallel parking helps to define the road edge, further segregating the pedestrian realm from vehicular. The uniformity and continuity of Main Street is further reinforced with themed streetscape elements. Please refer to the Main Street Plan Drawing provided below for further details. Minor adjustments to the placement of streetscape elements may occur in the future.

Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines: Main Street Plan

Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines: Main Street Section



Similar to the Main Street, the Transit Street streetscape guidelines are meant to be read in conjunction with the Riverside South Community Design Plan. Located within the Community Core Area, the Transit Street is also a pedestrian-oriented street. A unique design feature of the Transit Street is the light rapid transit (LRT) corridor in the centre of the right-of-way. Once again, hard surfaces, such as concrete and pavers, will dominate sidewalks servicing retail and commercial uses. Landscaping is encouraged in front of mixed-use and residential buildings. Continuity of the street wall is emphasized by uniformity of lighting, trees and other street amenities. On-street parallel parking is to be provided on both sides of the road. Please refer to the Transit Street Plan Drawing provided below for further details. Minor adjustments to the placement of streetscape elements may occur in the future. Street furniture and landscaping within the LRT corridor will be subject to a future design process. In the case that streetlights are not permitted along the LRT platform, the spacing of ‘traditional’ streetlights along the sidewalk of the Transit Street must be reduced to provide minimum lighting levels for the roadway.

Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines: Transit Street Plan



Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines: Transit Street Section

3.5.1 (d) Phases 6 and 7 Both Phases 6 and 7 of the Riverside South Development are to be developed in concurrence with the Riverside South Core Area Urban Design Guidelines. The Urban Design Guidelines were created to provide the CDP with a more specific framework for undertaking construction of the public elements, in particular, the public streets. The Guidelines are also designed to review proposed buildings and associated landscaping and parking areas. The Draft Conditions of Subdivision agreed upon between the Developer and the City of Ottawa will provide further details on the treatment of the aforementioned urban design elements within the Community Core Area. Site Plan Approval will be required on a site by site basis in both Phases 6 and 7, with provisions for parking, accessory buildings or structures, landscape elements, lighting, signs and other features or modifications to internal pedestrian or vehicular circulation. 4.0 CONCLUSION

This Report has been prepared in support of an application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval and a Zoning By-law Amendment for a new residential subdivision development referred to as Riverside South (Phase 6).

The proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement in that the proposed use is located within a designated Settlement Area. Phase 6 of the Riverside South Development is compatible with its surroundings and does not interfere with any natural heritage, agricultural, mineral or cultural heritage matters.

The City of Ottawa’s Official Plan designates the subject lands as a Developing Community. The City has adopted the Riverside South Community Design Plan in keeping with the requirements of the Official Plan. The proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment will implement the goals and objectives of the policies in the City’s Official Plan.

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