Proposed Intensification Directions & Implementation Strategy

City of Brantford

Public Open House March 7, 2012

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Presentation Outline

Study Context Existing Conditions Intensification Vision & Priority Directions Servicing and Transportation Assessment Intensification in Other Areas Implementation Strategy Next Steps

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Study Purpose
establish a policy framework and specific design guidelines to address local issues affecting intensification
In other words how should the City deal with requests for new development within the built up areas of the City:

What direction should be provided to developers regarding locations for new development. Guidelines to show what new development should look like.
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Study Process

Established that there is sufficient vacant/ underdeveloped land in the Intensification Areas to accommodate required intensification- 40% of yearly growth Developed some potential intensification scenarios i.e. Where should it go? What should it look like? Are services sufficient? What is the impact on schools and parks? Will prepare draft policies and urban design guidelines and bring them forward to another workshop and then to Council
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Policy Context

Intensification analysis is being prepared in a new policy context with which the City is required to conform
Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe is the Provincial vision for growth to 2031 Growth Plan sets out the forecasts to be used for long-range planning Growth Plan also provides direction on how growth is to be accommodated City has, in conformity with the Growth Plan, already identified key intensification areas Downtown, arterial road corridors and other areas
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Key Intensification Areas

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Existing Conditions

Established Areas mixed use/grid system Commercial/Employment

King George/Colborne E/Lyden large lots/buildings Wayne Gretzky Pkwy variety of conditions St. Paul/Charing Cross/West/Henry small format commercial/employment intermixed with residential

Residential minor arterial with buildings that address the street and primarily residential

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Vision

New development and revitalization within Key Intensification Areas will result in a dense, more urban condition including active, pedestrian-supportive streets that are compatible with, and enhance, adjacent land uses. These areas will be characterized by wide sidewalks, abundant landscaping, large and mature street trees, street furnishings, public art and active at-grade uses.

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Priority Directions

The Downtown will be the primary location for intensification Focus in Intensification Corridors and other Area on short term opportunities Built form compatible with adjacent residential neighbourhoods Buildings of 4-6 storeys and above 6 storeys permitted where design ensures compatibility with neighbouring properties Subdivision of large blocks Diversity of built form and land uses Encourage opportunities to integrate open space
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Priority Directions: Established Areas

Consistent high quality urban frontage in key locations Build on unique character Establish a low rise street wall of 2-4 storeys Allow taller buildings where appropriate Building mass and height and street and open space design contributes to compatible development

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Priority Directions: Commercial/Employment Areas

Establish building height transitions Recognize long term evolution through short term design that supports long term development opportunities (e.g. plan for smaller blocks, relocation of parking) Focus initial development at street edge and key intersections Street design should balance requirements of vehicles, transit, pedestrians and cyclists Subdivision of large blocks Plan for relocation of parking into decks or below grade
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Priority Directions: Residential Areas

Development should be designed to integrate with the stable and low density residential character New housing development should contribute to higher density residential forms where appropriate

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Servicing

Intensification will result in an increase in water demand and wastewater output and the need to manage stormwater. The development of Master Plans are required to enable a detailed analysis of the impact of this new development. As part of that process the City should adopt new design criteria which reflects the historic use within the City while recognizing the requirements of specific areas identified for intensification and infill.

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Transportation

The transportation network assessment has identified the need for some transportation improvements to provide a balanced, functional transportation network for the City as a whole and each key intensification area including transit, cycling and pedestrian movement. Majority of improvements are not required until after 2021 or 2031 or as development occurs, and include improvements already recommended as part of the Transportation Master Plan or Comprehensive Study of Brantford Transit

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Other Areas: Stable Low Density Residential Areas

Not a focus for intensification Will occur in a manner which is a good fit e.g. an addition, second suite Some infill on larger sites (vacant lots) Specific Directions:

stable residential areas as overlay designation Establish criteria for evaluation of applications additional direction on changes in role of schools or other public or community facilities supporting studies required

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Other Areas: Brownfields and Other Sites

The City has already developed specific policy direction for these sites which should continue to apply

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Other Areas: Designated Greenfield Areas

To achieve the Growth Plan densities:

Plan to achieve a minimum density of 50 people and jobs per hectare Develop policies and guidelines to ensure medium and high density housing in current plans is implemented Encourage a broader mix and higher density of housing and the addition of employment uses to remaining greenfield residential areas If it is determined that the target cannot be achieved discuss alternative density targets with the Province

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Implementation Strategy

Official Plan and Zoning Amendments

Policies for stable residential areas Consider use of Development Permit By-law Changes to Zoning by-law including as-of-right zoning, specific regulations such as minimum heights, minimum ground floor height

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Implementation Strategy

Planning Act Tools

Maximum/minimum standards in Zoning By-law Height and Density Bonusing Site Plan Controls Community Improvement Plans

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Implementation Strategy

Intensification Guide for the Public Developer Information Package Design Checklist Regular Information Sessions Design Awards

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Implementation Strategy

Implementation, Monitoring and Updating Processes

Peer Review Design Review Panel Urban Designer Strategy Updates & Monitoring Servicing Master Plans Transportation Network Improvements

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Demonstration Plan: Market St.

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Demonstration Plan: Colborne St. W.

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Demonstration Plan: Colborne St. E.

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Demonstration Plan: Earl Haig Lands

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Urban Design Guidelines

Application of Guidelines Vision and Guiding Principles Priority Directions Public Realm Guidelines Streets and Streetscapes Parking Development of Large Parcels Access and Parking General Buildings Guidelines

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Next Steps

Review results of public input Prepare draft Official Plan policies and zoning regulations and related documents Public review Submission of final Strategy and Implementation Plan to Council

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Priority Intensification Sites: Urban Growth Centre

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Priority Intensification Sites: Charing Cross

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Priority Intensification Sites: Colborne Street East

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Priority Intensification Sites: Colborne Street West

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Priority Intensification Sites: Erie Avenue

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Priority Intensification Sites: Henry Street

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Priority Intensification Sites: King George Road

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Priority Intensification Sites: Lynden Road

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Priority Intensification Sites: St. Paul Avenue

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Priority Intensification Sites: Wayne Gretzky Parkway

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Priority Intensification Sites: West Street

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