COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 19, 2016 (to follow MPC Meeting)

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1 COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 19, 2016 (to follow MPC Meeting) Page 1.0 CALL TO ORDER 2.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA 2.1 Additional Agenda Items 3.0 MINUTES MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, July 5, Questions/ matters arising from the minutes. 4.0 ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 4.1 Administrative Items 5.0 DELEGATIONS / PRESENTATIONS 6.0 REPORTS Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from the Spruce View Lions Club and Gwendale Elks for Red Deer County to lease 20 acres from the Province at SE for the use of community ball diamonds Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal consideration of amendments to County bylaws to provide regulations related to responsibility for clearing sidewalks of snow and ice. 7.0 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS & REPORTS Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first reading to a bylaw to adopt a proposed Area Structure Plan for Aspen Shore Estates NW (Division 3) application for a one year time extension for the conditionally approved subdivision of a 5.27-hectare (13.02-acre) parcel containing a farmstead NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to redesignate acres (53.85 hectares) within Pt NE from Agricultural District Ag to Country Residential District R 1. Page 1 of 56

2 Page County Council Meeting Meeting Agenda, July 19, PUBLIC HEARINGS 9.0 IN-CAMERA SESSIONS 9.1 Negotiations - FOIP Section No. 25(1)(c) 10.0 COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1 Reports from individual Councillors for meetings attended since July 6, NOTICES OF MOTION / COUNCIL CONCERNS 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 56

3 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of County Council RED DEER COUNTY July 5, CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of Red Deer County Council was held in the Council Chambers of the Red Deer County Centre located at Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, and was called to order by Mayor J.J. Wood at 10:17 a.m. PRESENT: Mayor J.J. Wood, Deputy Mayor J.M. Bota, Councillors D.B. Church, C.R. Huelsman R.R. Lorenz, P.J.R. Massier and C. Moore. STAFF PRESENT: County Manager C. Herzberg, Assistant County Manager R. Henderson, Corporate Services Director H. Gray-Surkan, Planning and Development Services Director D. Dittrick, Operations Services Director M. Campbell and Legislative Services Administration N. Lougheed and L. Thompson. Planning/Development administration in attendance for development applications: T. Miller, R. Moje and C. Sloan. 2.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman to approve the agenda as submitted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES CC Moved by Councillor J.M. Bota to approve the minutes of the June 21, 2016, regular meeting of County Council as submitted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.0 REPORTS Budget Amendment consideration of amendments to the 2016 budget relative to carry forwards from previous years, reclassifications, grant funding and other matters. CC Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier to approve the amendments to the 2016 Budget as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.2 Springbrook to Red Deer Trail Community Services Manager J. Symington reported on the proposal to construct a portion of the Trans Canada Trail along Rge Rd 280 and Twp Rd 381. CC Moved by Councillor R.R. Lorenz that Red Deer County not proceed with the construction of the regional trail between Springbrook and Red Deer at this time and deny the request to provide funding to match the Trans Canada Trail and Alberta TrailNet funding in the amount of $1,500,000 and that both Trans Canada Trail and Alberta TrailNet be advised that the project will not be proceeding and the grant funding already received from Trans Canada Trail will be returned. MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday,... Page 3 of 56

4 County Council Minutes of July 5, CC Moved by Councillor C. Moore to refer decision on this proposal pending intentional public engagement occurring in relation to trail development in the County and for discussions with other municipalities who have been successful in developing trails. MOTION DEFEATED Mayor Wood, Councillors Bota and Moore in favor Councillors Church, Huelsman, Lorenz and Massier opposed Vote taken on Motion No. CC CARRIED Councillors Church, Huelsman, Lorenz and Massier in favor Mayor Wood, Councillors Bota and Moore opposed 6.3 Award Contract for the Construction of the Springbrook Playground and Basketball Court Community Services Manager J. Symington reported on the recommendation to award the contract for the construction of a playground and basketball court within the Hamlet of Springbrook. CC Moved by Councillor D.B. Church to approve the project budget of $177,774 for the construction of the playground and basketball court in the Hamlet of Springbrook to be funded from Municipal Reserves and to amend the 2016 budget accordingly. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.4 June 2016 Strategic Priorities Chart consideration of the Strategic Priorities determined at the June Council Retreat held at Pine Lake and recommendation to confirm the dates for the Council Retreat following the 2017 municipal election. CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman to adopt the Strategic Priorities Chart, June 2016, as presented with the chart to be reviewed and updated quarterly and used as a reference document by Council and administration on an ongoing basis; and to set the dates for the 2017 Corporate Strategic Retreat for Tuesday, October 31, 2017, to Thursday, November 2, 2017, with Dr. Gordon McIntosh being contracted to act as facilitator for the Retreat. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.5 Council Conference Attendance consideration of approval for members of Council s attendance at the recent FCM Conference in Winnipeg and consideration of a request for one of these members to attend the AUMA conference in Edmonton in October CC Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier to approve Mayor Wood s, Councillor Bota s and Councillor Moore s attendance at the June FCM Conference held in Winnipeg; and to authorize Councillor Moore attending the October 2016 AUMA conference in Edmonton. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7.0 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS & REPORTS 7.1 Pt SW (Division 2) application for a one-year time extension for a conditionally approved 9-lot subdvision. CC Moved by Councillor J.M. Bota to approve the application for a one-year time extension for a conditionally approved subdivision of 7.8 hectares (19.3 acres) within SW into 9 lots with a new expiry date of May 8, CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7.2 NW (Division 5) consideration of a referral from NRCB in relation to an application to increase an existing dairy operation from 100 to 140 milking cows. MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday,... Page 4 of 56

5 County Council Minutes of July 5, CC Moved by Councillor R.R. Lorenz to advise Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) that Red Deer County has no objections to the application to expand an existing milking cow operation on NW from 100 to 140 milking cows. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 10.0 COMMITTEE REPORTS Councillors reported on meetings they have attended on behalf of Red Deer County since June 22, Recess: 11:45 a.m. Reconvene: 1:30 p.m. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS A listing of the persons who attended and spoke at the public hearing is attached and is considered to be a part of these minutes. The public hearing closed at 3:42 p.m. 8.1 Bylaw No. 2016/17 a bylaw to amend the Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6 by including the NW and SW (4.9 hectares / 12.1 acres) in the list of sites within Part 33, Schedule A, Gravel Extraction Overlay District. CC Moved by Councillor D.B. Church that Bylaw No. 2016/17 be given second reading. CARRIED Mayor Wood, Councillors Church, Huelsman, Lorenz and Massier in favor Councillors Bota and Moore opposed 12.0 ADJOURNMENT CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman that the County Council meeting adjourn. TIME: 4:04 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MAYOR COUNTY MANAGER MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday,... Page 5 of 56

6 County Council Minutes of July 5, PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS Bylaw No. 2016/17 a bylaw to amend the Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6 by including the NW and SW (4.9 hectares / 12.1 acres) in the list of sites within Part 33, Schedule A, Gravel Extraction Overlay District. Persons who spoke in opposition of the bylaw: Dana Depalme, Wayne Arrison, Jim Evans, Gary Burns, Mike Creasey, Greg Cripps, Janet Granskou, Lou Simpson, Ray Depalme, Kevin Sortland, Jennifer Chickless, Heather Vanderdeen, Mike Haustein, Bill Butler, Chester Goetzinger, Garrett Vanderdeen, Vince Omaha, Parker Depalme, Aman Athwal, Jennifer Creasey and Doug Moe. Persons who spoke in favor of the bylaw: Elaine Daly, Doug Fiske, Dave Lovely, Gayle Langford, Danny Scott and Gilbert Rodney Lorenz. Correspondence received subsequent to posting agenda: Bill and Joan Butler, Michael and Jennifer Creasey, Gail and Bob Robinson. MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday,... Page 6 of 56

7 July 19, 2016 Report 6.1 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: July 19, 2016 Memo To: From: Subject: County Council Community Services and Land Management Spruce View Lions Club and Gwendale Elks request for Red Deer County to lease 20 acres at SE W5 for the use of community ball diamonds 1.0 Purpose To consider a request made by the Spruce View Lions Club and Gwendale Elks for Red Deer County to lease 20 acres at SE W5 from the Province for the use of community ball diamonds. 2.0 Background The Spruce View & District Lions Club and the Gwendale Elks have been searching for a location in the Spruce View area to develop community use ball diamonds. The ball diamonds at Spruce View are not regulation size and there is no room for expansion at the site. There are two ball diamonds, with back stops and outfield fences, located on a 158-acre site at Kevisville on provincial lands at SE W5. Attached to this report is a map of the site. The entire 158-acre site is currently leased as a grazing lease and the current Lessee holder of the site has signed a consent relinquishing 20 acres of the lease. The Gwendale Elks and the Spruce View Lions Club are proposing the County lease the 20 acres from the Province and then sub-lease the property to both of their organizations to operate and maintain the site. Both organizations would restore and upgrade the ball diamonds with volunteer labour and equipment. The ball diamonds would be utilized for league play and rentals for tournaments with camping to allow the Clubs to raise funds to offset maintenance costs. The group is also requesting to be insured under Red Deer County insurance policies. 3.0 Discussion Alberta Environment and Parks have confirmed that if a lease was to be considered their preference is Red Deer County acquire the 20 acres for a term of 25 years from the current grazing lease to provide for a new miscellaneous lease. A sub-lease could be entered into with the Gwendale Elks and the Spruce View & District Lions Club to operate and maintain the site. The Province has indicated it is not an option to sub-divide the 20 acres and transfer the property to the County as opposed to a lease and sub-lease. Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from th... Page 7 of 56

8 In order to lease the lands from the Province the County will need to make an application for a recreational miscellaneous lease. The application fee for the lease is $1,800, and the Province may require a $2,000 security deposit from the County. A survey plan is also required for the application. If the Province approves the lease, the area may need to be fenced. The Spruce View Lions Club and the Gwendale Elks has agreed to complete the survey and fence the site. The organizations have requested the County cover the costs for the application fee and security deposit. The proposal was referred to internal stakeholders for review and no concerns were noted. A development permit is not required as part of this application as the proposal is not to construct a camping area but to only allow for camping during tournaments. As the property is adjacent to Highway 766 it was referred to Alberta Transportation (AT). They advised if the lease is approved a Roadside Development Permit is required. The request for insurance meets the Guidelines and Use Criteria as stated in Policy Insurance Coverage for Organizations. 4.0 Financial Implications Funding to assist with the application fee and security deposit can be accommodated in the 2016 Community Services operating budget. 5.0 Options a) Direct Administration to proceed with the application to lease the 20 acres at SE W5 from the Government of Alberta and to enter into a sub-lease agreement with the Spruce View Lions Club and Gwendale Elks. Further to this sub-lease Council authorizes the County Manager to execute any agreements relative to this transaction on behalf of Red Deer County. b) Refer the decision on the request for additional information (administration will require direction on what additional information is required). c) Deny the request. 6.0 Recommendation That Council authorizes administration to proceed with the application to lease the 20 acres at SE W5 from the Government of Alberta and to enter into a sub-lease with the Spruce View Lions Club and Gwendale Elks. Further to this sub-lease Council authorizes the County Manager to execute any agreements relative to this transaction on behalf of Red Deer County. Prepared by: Jo-Ann Symington Community Services Manager Prepared by: Brigitte Boomer Land Manager Reviewed by: Ric Henderson Assistant County Manager Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from th... Page 8 of 56

9 The Spruce View & District Lions Club President Dan McKnight June The Gwendale Elks President Dick Foesier ATTENTION: Red Deer County Councillors Cc: Jo-Ann Symington - Community Service Manager The Gwendale Elks along with the Spruce View & District Lions Club wishes to acquire a portion of land at SE1/ W5 for Community Baseball Diamonds. We have been instructed by The Alberta Department of Environment to request that the County of Red Deer acquire 20 acres from this current grazing lease to provide a new miscellaneous lease to the above mentioned groups for a period of 25 years. The current Lessee holder, Colin Kure has signed a consent relinquishing 20 acres of grazing lease in order that it become a miscellaneous lease. The districts of Spruce View, Kevisville and Markerville do not have regulation size ball diamonds that meet standards required by league play and participants are required to travel great distances for home and away league games. Located on said parcel of land are 2 diamonds, backstops, and outfield fences. They will require landscaping and changing of outfield dimensions for regulation league play. Many volunteers are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to get these transitions underway. The existing ball diamonds in Spruce View are too small with absolutely no room for expansion. The required upgrading of the ball diamonds will be done mostly with volunteer labour and equipment. We would appreciate the County s consideration of Liability Insurance Coverage through their Jubilee Program and further to allow us to lease from the County to operate Ball Diamonds as well as rent diamonds out for tournaments. The rent from ball tournaments would be used for upkeep of diamonds. The possible use of lease for camping with tournaments would be applied for on an individual basis with the county for permits. The Gwendale Elks & Spruce View & district Lions clubs would make arrangements to have the survey & possible fencing done. The cost of survey & fencing would be looked after by the clubs. The purchase of land for this project would be a minimum of $ per acre near the Spruce View Hall or Dickson Arena. We would require 8 acres for 2 diamonds along with parking, service roads, as well as material and supplies for the building of backstops, bleachers and fences. As you are probably aware, the construction of a new facility would be a substantial cost whereas refurbishing the ball diamonds at Kevisville will be far more cost effective and revitalize a former site built in the 50s or early 60s and used by community ball clubs. We will work with the Local Ball Association to organize league play. The ball diamonds can be rented out for tournaments therefore raising funds for maintenance. Any excess proceeds would be used to fund other community projects. The Spruce View & District Lions along with the Gwendale Elks will be supervising, managing and maintaining the ball diamond location which will include locking gates when not in use. Feedback from the community over the past year has been very positive regarding this project. The majority of residents are excited to get the project up and running, hopefully ready for use this summer. We would be especially pleased to provide the good news that our Diamonds In The Rough project is a Perfect Game Plan! Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from th... Page 9 of 56

10 Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from th... Page 10 of 56 LAND LOCATION MAP

11 LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS Community Ball Diamonds consideration of a request from th... Page 11 of 56

12 July 19, 2016 Report No. 6.2 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: July 7, 2016 Memo To: County Council From: Subject: Legislative Services Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal Proposed Bylaw 1.0 PURPOSE consideration of amendments to County bylaws to provide regulations related to responsibility for clearing sidewalks of snow and ice. 2.0 BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION with the recent construction of sidewalks in Gasoline Alley, it is noted that, currently, there are no written regulations in effect relative to responsibility for clearing sidewalks. Current practice where sidewalks are located within County hamlets is that the property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks of snow and ice. A review of other municipalities within Alberta shows that property owners are responsible for the clearing of snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property. Administration is recommending that regulations be put into effect that require property owners to be responsible for clearing of sidewalks adjacent to their property along with provisions being available for enforcement if this action is not taken by the property owner. This can be effected by adopting amendments to Bylaw No. 2011/38, Road Protection and Traffic Control, and Bylaw No. 2011/39, General Penalty (copies of amending bylaws included with this report). Bylaw No. 2011/38 it is proposed that a new section relative to Sidewalks be added to this bylaw with the provisions being that adjacent landowners be responsible for clearing snow and ice from adjacent sidewalks within 48 hours of the snowfall; the snow and ice being removed onto private property (not onto another portion of the sidewalk or onto the road); and the County having the ability to remove the snow and ice if the property owner does not comply and charging the costs of this service to the property owner, which includes the ability to roll those costs onto the tax roll if the invoice is not paid. Bylaw No. 2011/39 this proposed amendment to this bylaw provides the option for issuing a violation tag with a $100 penalty that could be applied for failure to clear the sidewalk or clearing the snow/ice onto the road, other portion of the sidewalk or other public place. The amendment also proposes some additional options for service/delivery of a notice of an offence. Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal consideration of amendment... Page 12 of 56

13 In addition, during the review of this bylaw, it was noted that amendments should be adopted relative to some section numbering (to insure clarity) and the reference to the form of the Violation Tag be the form that is utilized by the County for this purpose as opposed to the actual form being included as a schedule to the bylaw. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES 3.1 Amendment to Bylaw 2011/38, Road Protection and Traffic Control adopt the bylaw as presented; or 3.2 Give first reading to the bylaw with the bylaw to be brought back at a future Council meeting for further consideration to allow an opportunity for public review and comment. 3.3 Amendment to Bylaw 2011/39, General Penalty adopt the bylaw as presented; or 3.4 Give first reading to the bylaw with the bylaw to be brought back at a future Council meeting for further consideration to allow an opportunity for public review and comment. 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS 4.1 Give first reading to the bylaw to amend Bylaw 2011/38, Road Protection and Traffic Control, with the bylaw to be brought back at a future Council meeting for further consideration to allow an opportunity for public review and comment. 4.2 Give first reading to the bylaw to amend Bylaw 2011/39, General Penalty, with the bylaw to be brought back at a future Council meeting for further consideration to allow an opportunity for public review and comment. Prepared by: Review by: Nancy Lougheed Legislative Services Manager Ric Henderson Assistant County Manager Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal consideration of amendment... Page 13 of 56

14 BYLAW NO. 2016/-- A BYLAW OF RED DEER COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE ROAD PROTECTION AND TRAFFIC CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2011/38 WITH AMENDMENTS AND CHANGES. Pursuant to the authority conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Red Deer County hereby enacts that Bylaw No. 2011/38, Road Protection and Traffic Control Bylaw, as amended, be amended as follows: Add Section 8A Sidewalks, that reads as follows: 8A.1 The owner or occupant of a private parcel of land adjacent to a paved or improved Sidewalk area shall remove snow and ice from that portion of the Sidewalk adjacent to the parcel so that the Sidewalk is cleared to the bare surface within 48 hours after the snow and ice has been deposited or formed. 8A.2 No person shall remove nor allow the removal of snow or ice from any paved or improved Sidewalk area by causing such snow or ice to be placed upon any other portion of the paved or improved Sidewalk, other part of the Highway nor any other public place. 8A.3 Where the owner or occupant of a parcel of land does not comply with Section 8A.1 or 8A.2, the County may remove the snow and ice, and the owner of the parcel is liable for such removal costs. 8A.4 Where the owner or occupant fails to pay the expenses and costs of removal referred to in Section 8A.3, such costs may be added to the tax roll of the parcel of land. FIRST READING: SECOND READING: THIRD READING: MAYOR Date Signed: COUNTY MANAGER Date Signed: Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal consideration of amendment... Page 14 of 56

15 BYLAW NO. 2016/-- A BYLAW OF RED DEER COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE GENERAL PENALTY BYLAW NO. 2011/39 WITH AMENDMENTS AND CHANGES. Pursuant to the authority conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Red Deer County hereby enacts that Bylaw No. 2011/39, General Penalty Bylaw, as amended, be amended as follows: 1. Section 4.1 amend this section to read as follows: A person served with a Violation Tag, in the form used by the County, may pay to the County the penalty indicated thereon, out of court and in lieu of appearing in answer to a charge or information. 2. Section 4.3 amend this section to read as follows: A person who has neglected or failed to comply with the voluntary payment option provided for in Section 4.2 may be summoned to appear before a judge in answer to a charge or information. 3. Section 4.4 amend this section by adding the following:.4 mailed by registered mail to the last known address of the accused person; or.5 left at the accused s usual place of abode with a resident thereof, who appears to be at least Sixteen (16) years of age; or.6 left with a person who is employed or is an officer of the association, partnership or corporation. 4. Section 5.0 amend the first sentence of this section to read as follows: Notwithstanding Sections 4.1 to 4.4, a peace officer may 5. Schedule B, Specified Penalties add the following to Part I Road Protection and Traffic Control Bylaw No. 2011/38: Section Offence Penalty 8A.1 fail to clear snow and ice from sidewalk A.2 clear snow and ice from a sidewalk area onto another part of the Sidewalk, Highway or Public Place Schedule D delete this Schedule in its entirety. FIRST READING: SECOND READING: THIRD READING: MAYOR Date Signed: COUNTY MANAGER Date Signed: Sidewalks, Snow and Ice Removal consideration of amendment... Page 15 of 56

16 Date: July 19 th, 2016 July 19, 2016 Report 7.1 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Memo To: From: County Council Planning & Development Services Subject: Aspen Shore Estates Area Structure Plan / NE W4M / AG District / Hectares (44.45 Acres) / Division 1 / File No. ASP PURPOSE: To consider granting first reading to a Bylaw to adopt a proposed Area Structure Plan (Aspen Shore Estates) as attached in Schedule 1; and To set a public hearing date for August 30 th, SUMMARY: The proposed Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan encompasses approximately ha (44.45 ac) of Agricultural Districted land. The proposed Area Structure Plan will facilitate a lakeside bare land condominium development which consists of 44 residential lots zoned as Resort Residential District (R-6), public open space, private open space, and roads. The Plan Area is located on the south west corner of Pine Lake, 28 km south east of the City of Red Deer, 30 km south east of Penhold. There is a mix of Agricultural District (AG), Country Residential District (R-1), Commercial Recreation District (C-5), Resort Residential District (R-6), Condominium Resort Residential District (R-7), Public Service District (PS), and Multiple Zoned (MZ) lands surrounding the Plan Area. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES a) Grant first reading to a Bylaw to adopt a proposed Area Structure Plan (Aspen Shores Estates) as presented on the attached Schedule 1; and Set the public hearing date for August 30 th, b) Postpone the application pending further information; or Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 16 of 56

17 c) Deny 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS: Grant first reading to a bylaw to adopt a proposed Area Structure Plan (Aspen Shores Estates) as presented on the attached Schedule 1; and Set the public hearing date for August 30 th, Prepared by Rebecca Mount Assistant Planner Reviewed by Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by Ric Henderson Assistant County Manager Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 17 of 56

18 SCHEDULE A LAND LOCATION MAP Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 18 of 56

19 SCHEDULE B LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 19 of 56

20 SCHEDULE B CONTINUED LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 20 of 56

21 SCHEDULE C SITE PLAN Council Report - Aspen Shore Estates.docx Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 21 of 56

22 ASPEN SHORES ESTATES AREA STRUCTURE PLAN SW Pine Lake Shoreline Lands Including NW Prepared by Aspen Shores of Pine Lake Inc. Submitted by Aspen Shores of Pine Lake Inc. Prepared in response to the land owner s vision for their lands and to reflect the development intentions for the subject property, in accordance with the Municipal Development Plan and Pine Lake Area Concept Plan (2012) Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 22 of 56

23 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction Background The Vision Purpose of Aspen Shores Estates Local Area Structure Plan (SWLASP) Objectives for Aspen Shores Area Structure Plan Site Context Existing and Adjacent Land Use Highway Access Area map Existing Utility Infrastructure Summary of Development Considerations Conservation Recommendations Conclusions Policy Context The Municipal Development Plan Other Guiding Documents development Concept Residential Concept Development Objectives and Policies The Aspen Shores Estates Community Development Concept Objectives Residential Development Policy The Lake Interface Utility Water Servicing Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 23 of 56

24 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan Reducing Demand Water Source Wastewater Management Shallow Utilities Storm Water Management Public Open Space Transportation and Servicing Transportation Infrastructure Implementation Adoption of the Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan Re-designation and Plan Amendments Subdivision Application Development Agreement Public consultation Appendix Municipal Development Plan Future Growth areas concept Aspen shores Estates Proposed Area Structure Plan Concept Existing site conditions Biophysical Assessment Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 24 of 56

25 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND This Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan (ASP) has been prepared based upon the review and synthesis of the numerous available background studies and compiled information relative to Pine Lake in general and the south west shoreline lands, including: NW (subject property). The Red Deer County Pine Lake Concept Plan (2012), identified this subject property as areas suitable for development and the Municipal Development Plan 2012, in its Future Growth Areas Concept, identifies this subject property as an area with potential for multi-lot subdivision. The Red Deer County Pine Lake Area Concept Plan (2012) recognizes the potential role of the Pine Lake Area as an important segment of the rural fabric of Red Deer County and recognizes the ASEASP as a first priority in development staging. The plan seeks to integrate natural areas into its design to form part of a possible future linked and integrated parks and open space system which will ensure the retention of forests, wildlife corridors and wetland areas ponds. Plan Area Location (Subject Property): NW (44.45 Acres) 1.2 THE VISION A scenic lakeside bare land condominium development that exists in harmony with the natural processes of its local lakeside environment, and demonstrates respect to its surrounding rural agricultural landscape. Natural open spaces, interconnected pathway systems, prominent views of Pine Lake and the adjacent wetland areas characterize this conservation-oriented development. Residential lots will embrace the undulating landform to create a walkable friendly, environmentally sensitive development. In addition to incorporating Smart Growth Principles, the development incorporates principles of sustainable community development, especially as they pertain to site layout, infrastructure, building design, open space management and construction practices. In general terms: Site planning with solar orientation, preservation of natural areas and pedestrian accessibility in mind; Alternative infrastructure methods which conserve resources, including water/waste water management and water re-use; Energy Efficient Building Development; Possible District Utility/Heating options; Storm water management, using bio-swales & rain gardens for landscape management, harvesting & aquifer recharge; Dark Sky initiatives; 4 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 25 of 56

26 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 1.3 PURPOSE OF ASPEN SHORES ESTATES LOCAL AREA STRUCTURE PLAN (SWLASP) This Aspen Shores Area Structure Plan has been prepared in response to the land owners Vision for their lands and to reflect development intentions for the subject properties, in accordance with the Pine Lake Area Concept Plan (2012; approved by Red Deer County and the Municipal Development Plan (2012) 1.4 OBJECTIVES FOR ASPEN SHORES AREA STRUCTURE PLAN The ASEASP is intended to provide a framework for the planning, design and development of the subject properties by: Developing a clear vision for the subject properties that encourages a country lifestyle in a conservation oriented recreational setting; Identifying key development principles that will facilitate site design and layout decisions; Creating a conceptual design for a residential site that reflects the vision and the prescribed development principles. 2.0 SITE CONTEXT EXISTING AND ADJACENT LAND USE The subject property is currently zoned as Agricultural District (AG). Directly to the north there is a mix of Recreational, Seasonal Residential and Institutional land uses. To the southwest the subject properties are defined by South Pine Lake Road (gravel) HIGHWAY ACCESS Highway 42 is located north of the plan area and provides the main access from the east and west. Secondary Highway 816, Township Road 362 and Range Road 251 are the major access routes along the west side of Pine Lake while Range Roads 250 and 245, and Township Roads 362 and 361 provide the major access along the east edge of the lake. 5 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 26 of 56

27 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan AREA MAP EXISTING UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE There are no operational domestic water wells on the subject property, nor any other existing utility infrastructure on site. Overhead power lines and telephone communication lines as well as natural gas service the land bordering the north edge of the subject property. The subject parcel is currently not serviced with piped water, storm or sanitary services. 6 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 27 of 56

28 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 2.1 SUMMARY OF DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS The ASEASP represents the first priority Development Node as presented in the PLACP-2012 and is identified in the Municipal Development Plan This identifies the land as suitable for development with little impact on the local environment. With the Municipal Development Plan 2012 and the PLACP-2011 assumption that the area is a suitable development node, there are several more site specific issues relating to the development of the subject properties, as summarized: acres of subject properties, situated along.5 km of lake shoreline, overlooking the lake; Undulating slope to the water; ideal view lots (100ft. elevation change); natural waterfront park area. Adjacent to treed & wetland areas with possibility for future municipal & environmental reserve; interpretive & recreational trails Topography & soil characteristics offer good potential for Low Impact Development road and lot development, with natural vegetation & tree buffers; Reasonable existing paved highway and secondary road access to the site; off the Queens Hwy #2 Edmonton - Calgary corridor; Recognized as one of the best fishing lakes in central Alberta; No boating restrictions; Potential lake regional trail linkage; The development (the Concept) strives to create an integration of residential opportunities with an abundance of open space, including environmental and municipal reserve lands. It overlooks Pine Lake and is directly adjacent the more riparian shoreline area of south west Pine Lake. The Concept will preserve and protect the natural shoreline CONSERVATION RECOMMENDATIONS A biophysical assessment was completed by EcoMark Environmental. The most valuable vegetative features on the subject property include the riparian areas, wetlands, and deciduous forest. Removal of pastureland is a consequence of development and is not expected to significantly impact the ecological integrity of the subject property. The hedgerows and small patches of deciduous forests on the subject property do not warrant special land use designation. Based on the biophysical assessment, they do not provide high quality habitat. 7 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 28 of 56

29 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan CONCLUSIONS Portions of the ASEASP lands are suitable for development if ecological principles are considered. Impact to riparian areas, wetlands and deciduous forest should be minimized to support a high quality wildlife habitat and optimum water quality in Pine Lake. 3.0 POLICY CONTEXT THE MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN Under section 2.1 of the Municipal Development Plan it states that future use and development of land within the County shall generally be consistent with the general policy areas as illustrated on the Future Growth Areas Concept Map (Map 1). The Future Growth Areas Concept Map, Created June 10, 2012, designates the subject property as an Area with Potential for Multi-Lot Subdivision WHISPERING PINES ASP Provides a framework for the subdivision and development of six phases of bare-land condominiums and recreational vehicle lots within the Whispering Pines Golf Course. The total capacity at build-out will be 435 new recreational vehicle lots, with a projected Population of HOLT ASP Allowed for the creation of one Country Residential Parcel and consolidation of two existing titles into one parcel for agricultural use. The analysis done for the Pine Lake Concept Plan indicates that there are a number of ecological constraints OTHER GUIDING DOCUMENTS AGRICULTURAL VIABILITY STRATEGY (2004) This report focuses on an agricultural viability strategy for Red Deer County and its county neighbourhoods. There are two main recommendations pertaining to the Pine Lake Concept Plan: To encourage clustered, high-density, multi-lot developments in strategic areas. To foster Smart Growth, with limits on development in existing residential areas at Pine Lake. This recommendation recognizes the pressures for development, but also the pressures that development puts on the land; limits are required to ensure that recreation and tourism resources remain sustainable and to preserve water quality and supply 8 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 29 of 56

30 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan THE PINE LAKE AREA CONCEPT PLAN (PLACP) The Pine Lake Area Concept Plan expressed a Community Vision for Pine Lake: as a place of balance between the natural environment and community development. The Plan Area supports agricultural activities while also providing a diversity of housing types, amenities and recreational opportunities. Pine Lake is a place of beauty where user groups coexist to ensure visitors and residents are able to enjoy the rural scenic landscape and clear water, where the natural ecosystems remain connected and thrive. The PLACP proposed a neighbourhood concept for the plan area, a low/medium residential development node with a suggested density of 7.5 units/hectare (3.0 units/acre). This node shall be designed and developed to provide a diversity of both permanent and seasonal residential uses. It also anticipated that a variety of commercial and/or residential developments might be proposed in these areas. Goals for the ASEASP lands have been identified through the Pine Lake Area Concept Plan and are outlined as follows: Ensure Controlled High Quality Development; Ensure Appropriate Servicing and Low Impact Development; Improve Public Lake Access; Provide an Efficient Transportation System; Protect Environmentally Significant Areas (ESA s); Plan for Complimentary Land Uses; Protect Agricultural Lands; These common goals set the foundation for the land use concept, the objectives, and the policy statements presented in the Pine Lake Area Concept Plan (PLACP-2012). Opportunities exist for multi-lot country residential as presented in the PLACP-2012 and the Municipal Development Plan 2012 that will ensure the conservation of ESA s and limit the impact of development on water quality and resource potential of the lake. Development nodes within the PLACP-2012 are designed and located so as to have almost no biophysical impact on the lake. The strategic location of development nodes balances between addressing concerns about the potential impacts of additional development on the environment of the lake as an amenity and resource while still providing some opportunity for future growth in locations that are not highly environmentally sensitive.* *Pine Lake Area Concept Plan 9 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 30 of 56

31 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 4.0 DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT The Concept is proposed to comply with Section Resort Residential District (R-6), in accordance with the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6, adopted August 7, The purpose of the R-6 District is: to provide for resort residential development in association with amenity features, in compliance with an approved plan in accordance with the County s plan hierarchy. The permitted and discretionary uses as outlined provide a suitable framework for the Concept. The proposed concept strives to create an integration of residential opportunities with a matrix of extensive open space, including environmental reserve lands. Overlooking Pine Lake and directly adjacent the more riparian shoreline area of south west Pine Lake, the Concept will preserve and protect the natural shoreline, prohibit motorized boat launching in the area and will develop public open space adjacent to the Pine Lake shoreline. Water recreation staged from the development will be limited to non-motorized boats and a water recreation for controlled local and public use. Item Description Land Area (Acres) UPA Total Units Suggested A Total Land Area Proposed in Pine Lake Concept - - B Proposed Land Use Residential Lots Proposed ASEASP 2.0 Public Open Space Private open space Roads/setbacks RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT The foundation of the plan area is the location and views within of the proposed residential development. Planned with one third the suggested density, the development will be a spacious open lakeside neighbourhood designed to fit within the existing landscape of the subject property. This method of Low Impact Design ensures that every lot is planned with maximum value of views, topography, location and open space proximity. 10 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 31 of 56

32 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 5.0 DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 5.1 THE ASPEN SHORES ESTATES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT OBJECTIVES The Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan (ASEASP) responds to the Objectives as stated in the recently approved Pine Lake Area Concept Plan: Improve Public Lake Access Provide an Efficient Transportation System Protect Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) Ensure Controlled and High Quality Development Plan for Complementary Land Uses Ensure Appropriate Servicing and Low Impact Development Protect Agricultural Land These objectives and policies have been established to create opportunities for multi-lot residential development and to ensure the conservation of ESAs to limit the impact of development on the water quality and resource potential of Pine Lake. The ASEASP responds to these objectives and policies and presents the proposed Community concept for the Pine Lake area as a comprehensive development. The lakeside community is concentrated on lands previously disturbed and provides the opportunity for future growth in a location that is not highly environmentally significant. 5.2 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY The foundation of the plan area is the priority for view lots overlooking Pine Lake. Building orientation will allow for rooftop solar panels. Strict architectural controls will be imposed to ensure lasting value and aesthetics. A dark skies policy will ensure minimal impact on the night sky. Policy 5.1.1: The Concept will have only single-family residential development. Policy 5.1.2: The Concept shall not exceed 44 residential units. Policy 5.1.3: Lot orientation will be planned to allow all lots proximity to common open space. Policy 5.1.4: The Concept will allow all homes to have a view of the lake Policy 5.1.5: Architectural Controls will dictate home design Policy 5.1.6: Dark skies will ensure minimal impact on the night sky Policy 5.1.7: Roof lines will allow for solar orientation to facilitate the use of solar panels Policy 5.1.8: Storm water will be managed, when ever practical, by using bio-swales & rain gardens 11 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 32 of 56

33 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 5.2 THE LAKE INTERFACE Pine Lake, the shoreline and the unique wetlands are a major focus for the area. A publicly accessible park will be created at the waterfront. Pathways will provide controlled movement along the shoreline and into the south west wetlands area on the adjacent property. Policy The lakefront will be accessible to the general public via an internal road with direct access from South Pine Lake Road Policy The lakefront development will consider the sensitivity of the waterfront environment Policy Input will be sought from the municipality on the design and development of the interface 5.3 UTILITY The Concept is envisioned as an eco-friendly development with a reduced environmental footprint and as such careful consideration was given to the servicing of the proposed development. Wherever possible, the developer will seek to incorporate innovative technologies in the servicing of the site to ensure that all resources are conserved to the fullest extent possible. This development will seek to be as self-sufficient as possible with its own onsite community water and wastewater facilities. The underground infrastructure system servicing the community will be designed so that it will accommodate on-site independent systems yet are conducive to easy connections to cooperative or regional water and wastewater system should this be desired at some point in the future. A preliminary review of sanitary treatment options was completed by Al-Terra Engineering Ltd. (April, 2010), which identified three suitable treatment options that achieve Alberta Environment requirements. These options will have the capacity to handle the effluent that would be generated from the proposed site development concept WATER SERVICING Water servicing for the Concept is proposed by piped water, provided by on site water wells and a reservoir. Local water well logs show well flow rates between imperial gallons per minute. Two aquifers appear to exist, one at a depth around feet and one at a depth around 125 feet. This preliminary data suggest sufficient water to supply 44 home exists in the area. Water consumption, per person is typically around 62 gallons per day including water for irrigation. System details will be defined at the subdivision stage. 12 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 33 of 56

34 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan REDUCING DEMAND This community is envisioned as a water conserving community. Reduced water demand within the Concept will be accomplished by the following: Mandating the use of low-flow household appliances and plumbing fixtures Use of drought-resistant natural landscaping materials throughout the community. Use storm-water (rain and snow-melt) and recycled gray water for all functions not requiring potable water. This may include (drip) irrigation, fire protection, car washing, etc WATER SOURCE Water from proposed wells will be piped to and stored in a reservoir to be constructed onsite. The reservoir will serve to store water, enable central treatment in a controlled environment and provide ample capacity to buffer irregular residential demand and fire pumper truck re-loading demands. A pump-house function will be integrated into the reservoir facility. This community water system will be scaled to meet the capacity demands of the ongoing phased development. Potable water will be supplied to the household units within the Concept by a piped system, from the constructed reservoir to each lot. The potable supply line would run directly into each residential lot, with treated water for normal household use being available for each lot owner to connect to the community pipe and extend it to their house. Storm water, raw water or snowmelt may be collected and reused for both fire protection and/or the irrigation of public open spaces within the community. This water may be harvested centrally using a series of drainage courses and collection ponds running along streets and through the community s open space network. Household harvesting methods to collect rainwater in cisterns and storm water ponds on each lot may be encouraged. Fire protection may be enhanced by incorporating cisterns at each unit to store run-off and raw water for use in a fire sprinkler system in the event of a house fire. These water-conserving measures will be defined and encouraged in the Design Guidelines for the Concept. The Developer will construct all necessary infrastructures within the development area, including all water distribution lines and individual services to each lot, will provide potable water infrastructure. Policy 5.3.1: The condominium will provide treated Potable water within the development will be provided from onsite wells. Policy 5.3.2: Treated potable water will be delivered to the site from a water treatment facility to be constructed on lands owned by the condominium. 13 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 34 of 56

35 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan Policy 5.3.3: Treated potable water will be delivered by means of an underground piped system to individual dwellings. Policy 5.3.4: All necessary infrastructure required to provide potable water to each lot will be constructed by the Developer to the satisfaction of the provincial authority and Red Deer County. Policy 5.3.5: Water conservation measures will be outlined in detail as part of the Best Management Practices and Design Guidelines established by the Developer to be submitted at the subdivision stage of the development process. Policy 5.3.6: The development of servicing and utilities including water, wastewater and storm water management will be in phases that correspond to the development phases. 5.4 WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT The handling of wastewater is an important consideration in sustainable community development. There are several effective alternatives to traditional wastewater treatment systems, rendering overall infrastructure costs less expensive than current practices. The proposed wastewater management system for the Concept is a monitored, modular, effluent only treatment system for each development phase. The wastewater will be managed by a private onsite sewage disposal system with advanced treatment to ensure suitable discharge with Biochemical oxygen Demand and Total Suspended Solids levels below 10. Effluent dispersal will be done through subsurface disposal. A monitored effluent only treatment system is the preferred solution in many lakefront communities in North America. With an effluent sewer, every lot in a community or subdivision has an on-lot tank for collecting household wastewater. Solids remain in the tank for passive, natural treatment. Filtered effluent is discharged either by pump or by gravity through small-diameter collection lines that follow the contour of the land. It is then treated in a self contained bio system resulting in extremely clean output that is dispersed though a field system to recharge the aquifer. The system is continuously monitored along with test wells to insure the integrity of the system A detailed onsite soil assessment will be undertaken specifically for each possible disposal field area, in accordance with the current Alberta Environment s Level 4 Assessment requirement to ensure liquid disposal in a suitable manner. Several preliminary tests will be completed across the property to determine where the best soils for subsurface disposal are located. If soils throughout the site are poor, mounding options can be considered. This option is not anticipated. Disposal fields will coordinate with and serve to irrigate existing and proposed planting groves and community landscapes. Policy 5.4.1: Wastewater will be collected via effluent only pipe system. Policy 5.4.2: Wastewater will be treated using licensed private onsite community treatment facilities owned by the condominium, with advanced treatment to ensure suitable discharge with the goal to achieve Biochemical Oxygen Demand and Total Suspended Solids levels below Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 35 of 56

36 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan Policy 5.4.3: The sewage system will be scalable to enable phased community development with a series of wastewater systems as necessary that are integrated as development occurs. Policy 5.4.4: A qualified professional in accordance with Alberta Environment guidelines shall endorse system and disposal field designs. Policy 5.4.5: A finalized plan for wastewater treatment will be provided to the satisfaction of Red Deer County as a condition of subdivision approval. Policy 5.4.6: The development of servicing and utilities including water, wastewater and storm water management will be in phases that correspond to the development phases. 5.5 SHALLOW UTILITIES While traditional energy sources are difficult to replace, the use of alternative systems that rely on energy generated by the sun, wind and water are becoming increasingly important in Alberta. Completely replacing traditional energy sources in a new development may not be feasible, but complimenting traditional sources with alternative energy sources can be advantageous. Power, telephone and cable television will be extended to the Concept at the sole cost of the Developer. Shallow utilities will be run to each lot and utility lines will be located within a 3m utility right of way (ROW) at the front of most lots. Others may, where feasible be serviced utility ROW s that run along greenways or public utility lots. Policy 5.5.1: The provision of shallow utilities will be provided by the Developer with appropriate rightof-ways to be established at the subdivision stage of the process, to the satisfaction of the approving authorities. Policy 5.5.2: Alternate energy supply options for the Concept will be examined and proposals submitted as suitable at the subdivision stage of the process. 5.6 STORM WATER MANAGEMENT Storm water will be managed onsite, to ensure infiltration, manage watershed areas and to control runoff flows offsite such that they flow at a rate that does not exceed the pre-development flow rate. Storm water harvesting and management methods may include a combination of natural and constructed drainage basins, swales and retention ponds. Storm water management may assist in local fire management by providing reservoirs for pump truck recharge and possibly a district raw water fire-flow circulation. A final Storm Water Management Study will be prepared at the subdivision stage of the development process. Policy 5.6.1: A Storm Water Management Plan will be prepared by a qualified professional using Low Impact Design (LID) Principles, in accordance with Alberta Environment s Best Management Practices and Red Deer County. Policy 5.6.2: The Storm Water Management Plan will be submitted at the subdivision stage of the approval process, to the satisfaction of Alberta Environment and Red Deer County. 15 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 36 of 56

37 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan Policy 5.6.3: The Storm Water Management Plan will ensure that post-development flows and runoff volumes remain consistent with pre-development flows and runoff volumes as best suited. Policy 5.6.4: The management of surface drainage will use existing drainage courses and wetlands wherever possible. Policy 5.6.5: The development of servicing and utilities including water, wastewater and storm water management will be in phases that correspond to the development phases. 5.7 PUBLIC OPEN SPACE The proposed plan for the acre concept includes 26 acres of dedicated open space, in the form of Municipal Reserve, Environmental Reserve and Community Reserve Easement and road right-of-ways. It recognizes the opportunity for a regional trail connection for pathways and bikeways that can take advantage of the unique natural characteristics for conservation and interpretation. The extensive open space network provides the opportunity for several possible types of community recreational amenity: Integrated storm water management and habitat connectivity; Natural parks with interpretive nodes; Agricultural uses including community gardens and community supported agriculture; Tot-lots and community commons that may include smaller recreational plaza areas Local & regional pathways, seating nodes and green space; Open space and pathways are the key elements of fulfilling the vision for the Concept. Policy 5.7.1: A detailed Open Space Plan will be provided to the satisfaction of Red Deer County at the subdivision stage of the process. Policy 5.7.2: A portion of the open space equivalent to a minimum ten percent of the project lands will be dedicated as Municipal Reserve, with the balance of open space dedicated as Environmental Reserve and Community Reserve Policy 5.7.3: Municipal Reserve and Environmental Reserve will be provided pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. Policy 5.7.4: Municipal Reserve and Environmental Reserve will be owned and maintained by the Municipality, while Environmental Reserve Easement and the community lands will be owned and maintained by a Lot Owners Community Association Policy 5.7.5: Provision will be made for maintenance and upkeep of community owned open spaces through a Lot Owners Community Association established by the developer. Policy 5.7.6: Areas of open space that are designated as natural parks, woodlots or riparian lands will be identified in the Open Space Plan. Policy 5.7.7: Design of the pathway system, to be established within the system of greenways, will be included in the Open Space Plan to be provided at the subdivision stage of the development approval process. 16 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 37 of 56

38 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 6.0 TRANSPORTATION AND SERVICING 6.1 TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE Site access is outlined in Section The Developer is responsible for cost and development of paved road from the nearest paved road up to and including access to the proposed development. Internal roads will be developed by the developer as a typical rural road section with grass ditches in accordance with Red Deer County Standards. The main through roads will ultimately be owned and maintained by Red Deer County. The open space, integrated throughout the community, will serve as a comprehensive trail network isolated from vehicle traffic as much as possible. Policy 6.1.1: Access to the Concept will be designed in accordance with Alberta Transportation and Infrastructure and Red Deer County Standards. Policy 6.1.2: The Developer will enter into a development agreement with Red Deer County regarding construction of internal roadways. Policy 6.1.3The Developer is responsible for cost and development of paved road from the nearest paved road up to and including access to the proposed development. Policy 6.1.4: Design of road sections will meet Red Deer County Servicing Standards. Policy 6.1.5: The developer will provide and maintain appropriate emergency vehicle access in accordance with Red Deer County Standards. Policy 6.1.6: Traffic calming measures will be implemented in the development to ensure safety. 7.0 IMPLEMENTATION The purpose of the Local Area Structure Plan is to provide a direction to future development and is intended as a policy framework for the future planning, design and development of the Concept. 7.1 ADOPTION OF THE ASPEN SHORES ESTATES AREA STRUCTURE PLAN The Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan will be submitted to the Red Deer County and will be presented to Council for adoption by Bylaw. The plan will be a statutory document and will be used as a guideline to future development. 7.2 RE-DESIGNATION AND PLAN AMENDMENTS The plan area will have to be re-designated from its current designation in the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw as an Agricultural District (AG). 17 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 38 of 56

39 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan 7.3 SUBDIVISION APPLICATION Upon receiving land use approval, a tentative plan of subdivision will be prepared and submitted for one or more phases of development. Development may occur in one or more phases, as is the logical progression of transportation access and utility infrastructure services. In accordance with the Red Deer County MDP prior to subdivision and/or development of a Phase 1 Environmental Assessment may be required and shall be prepared by a qualified professional DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT Red Deer County requires that all developers enter into a development agreement which would outline a broad range of requirements for the development such as servicing standards, development sequencing. A development agreement will be entered into prior to final subdivision approval. 8.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION Since 2012 eight public open houses were held, both at the Pine Lake Hub and on the site of the proposed development to discuss plans for the use of the subject land. During these public consultations, the most recent on May 29, 2016 where 27 local citizens were in attendance, a few concerns were consistently raised by the community in terms of how developing the subject land will have an effect on lake use, specifically, the boat traffic on the lake. It is beyond the scope of this application to determine lake use and boat traffic. However; it should be noted that the Concept is specifically targeted at home owners who will be interested in a sustainable green community where there is appreciation for the importance of long-term environmental preservation and an appreciation for the local natural environment. One neighboring citizen has shown up to multiple open houses and is repeatedly concerned about waste water management. The use of an effluent only system will ensure that the neighbor will, in no way, be affected by the treatment of waste water. The proposed development works to preserve the natural ecosystems in the sensitive areas within the borders of the property. The plan envisions a sustainable community of single-family homes coexisting with the natural wetlands and large open spaces. 18 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 39 of 56

40 Aspen Shores Estates Area Structure Plan APPENDIX MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FUTURE GROWTH AREAS CONCEPT 19 Pt NE (Division 1) recommendation to give first... Page 40 of 56

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45 Date: July 19, 2016 July 19, 2016 Report 7.2 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Memo To: County Council From: Subject: Planning & Development Services NW W4M / 59.6 Hectares ( Acres) / AG District / Division 3 / File No. S PURPOSE To consider granting a one (1) year time extension for a conditionally approved subdivision of 5.27 hectares (13.02 acres) from 59.6 hectares ( acres) of Agricultural District (AG) land within the NW W4M. 2.0 SUMMARY The 1 st parcel subdivision was approved on June 2, On July 6, 2016, the Planning and Development Services received a subdivision approval extension application requesting a one (1) year time extension. The Applicant has one (1) year from the date of subdivision approval to ensure that the conditions are met and the subdivision is endorsed. Section 657(6) (a) of the Municipal Government Act indicates that Council may extend an approval of a subdivision if the conditions of approval have not been met within the one (1) year time period. Since the original approval of the subdivision on June 2, 2015, the Applicant has been consistently working towards meeting the conditions of the subdivision approval. If approved, the extension would be granted until June 2, ALTERNATIVES: a) Approved the request for the time extension of one year; b) Postpone the request; or c) Deny, stating reason. NW (Division 3) application for a one year time... Page 45 of 56

46 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS: Approve the application for a one (1) year time extension, with an expiry date of June 2, 2017, for a conditionally approved subdivision of 5.27 hectares (13.02 acres) from 59.6 hectares ( acres) of Agricultural District (AG) land within the NW W4M. Prepared by: Tara March Development Officer Reviewed by Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by Ric Henderson Assistant County Manager NW (Division 3) application for a one year time... Page 46 of 56

47 SCHEDULE A LAND LOCATION MAP NW (Division 3) application for a one year time... Page 47 of 56

48 SCHEDULE B LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS NW (Division 3) application for a one year time... Page 48 of 56

49 SCHEDULE C TENTATIVE PLAN OF SURVEY NW (Division 3) application for a one year time... Page 49 of 56

50 Date: July 19, 2016 July 19, 2016 Report 7.3 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Memo To: County Council From: Planning & Development Services Subject: NE W4M / Hectares (133 Acres) / AG District / Division 6 / R PURPOSE To consider granting first reading to a Bylaw to redesignate acres (53.85 hectares) within a portion of NE W4M from Agricultural District (AG) to Country Residential District (R-1); and, To set a public hearing date for September 6, SUMMARY The proposed redesignation from Agricultural District (AG) to Country Residential District (R-1) will facilitate a future multi-lot residential subdivision of approximately acres (53.85 hectares) on a portion of the NE W4M. The subject lands are adjacent to the community of Harvey Heights. The proposed subdivision will focus on conservation design in accordance with the Municipal Development Plan. This subject parcel is located north of Highway 11, adjacent to Range Road 284 (paved), and approximately 6.4 kilometres west of the City of Red Deer. The Harvey Heights subdivision is located on the same parcel adjacent to the south boundary. Surrounding lands include agriculture land and the Poplar Ridge subdivision approximately 1.5 km to the east. The subject land is within the Collaborative Planning Area of The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan. The Poplar Pointe Area Structure Plan was adopted by Red Deer County Council on June 7, The ASP indicates that the land will be developed in two phases and will incorporate the natural features and topography within the Plan area. The proposed country residential lots will be 1.0 to 1.5 acres in size within the development. The proposed development will be serviced by onsite communal water and a waste water facility. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES a. Grant first reading to a Bylaw No. a Bylaw to redesignate acres (53.85 hectares) within a portion of NE W4 from Agricultural District (AG) to Country Residential District (R-1); or b. Postpone first reading; or c. Deny. NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 50 of 56

51 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS Grant first reading to a Bylaw No. a Bylaw to redesignate acres (53.85 hectares) within a portion of NE W4 from Agricultural District (AG) to Country Residential District (R-1); and Set a public hearing date for September 6, 2016 Prepared by: Tara March Development Officer Reviewed by: Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by: Ric Henderson Assistant County Manager NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 51 of 56

52 SCHEDULE A ADJACENT LANDOWNER REFERRAL LETTER June 29, 2016 File: R Dear Sir or Madam: Legal Description: Landowner/Applicant: Subject: NE W4M Alberta Ltd Proposed Redesignation (land rezoning) As a stakeholder, this letter is being sent to inform you that Red Deer County has received an application to amend the Land Use Bylaw to change the district designation of acres (53.85 hectares) within the NE W4M from Agricultural District (AG) land to Country Residential District (R-1). Red Deer County appreciates your feedback at this time. If you have any comments or concerns regarding this proposal, please submit them in writing by quoting R prior to August 2, Should you require further information or clarification on this application, please contact our office between 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday at Sincerely, Red Deer County Tara March, Development Officer tmarch@rdcounty.ca NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 52 of 56

53 APPLICATION DETAILS: The proposed redesignation from Agricultural District (AG) to Country Residential District (R-1) will facilitate a future multi-lot residential subdivision of approximately acres (53.85 hectares) on a portion of the NE The subject lands are adjacent to the community of Harvey Heights. The proposed subdivision will focus on conservation design in accordance with the Municipal Development Plan. This subject parcel is located north of Highway 11, adjacent to Range Road 284 (paved), and approximately 6.4 kilometres west of the City of Red Deer. The Harvey Heights subdivision is located on the same parcel adjacent to the south boundary. Surrounding lands include agriculture land and the Poplar Ridge subdivision approximately 1.5 km to the east. The subject land is within the Collaborative Planning Area of The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan. The Poplar Pointe Area Structure Plan was adopted by Red Deer County Council on June 7, The ASP indicates that the land will be developed in two phases and will incorporate the natural features and topography within the Plan area. The proposed country residential lots will be 1.0 to 1.5 acres in size within the development. The proposed development will be serviced by onsite communal water and a waste water facility. \\rdc-file\planning & Development\7. REDESIGNATIONS\R Poplar Pointe\ADMINISTRATION REPORT.docx NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 53 of 56

54 SCHEDULE B LAND LOCATION MAP \\rdc-file\planning & Development\7. REDESIGNATIONS\R Poplar Pointe\ADMINISTRATION REPORT.docx NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 54 of 56

55 SCHEDULE C LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS \\rdc-file\planning & Development\7. REDESIGNATIONS\R Poplar Pointe\ADMINISTRATION REPORT.docx NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 55 of 56

56 SCHEDULE D LAND USE CONCEPT (POPLAR POINTE ASP) \\rdc-file\planning & Development\7. REDESIGNATIONS\R Poplar Pointe\ADMINISTRATION REPORT.docx NE (Division 6) consideration of a bylaw to red... Page 56 of 56