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Report To: Special Council
Date of Meeting: June 27, 2023 Report Number: PDS-043-23
Submitted By: Carlos Salazar, Director of Planning and Infrastructure Services
Reviewed By: Mary -Anne Dempster, CAO
File Numbers: COPA2023-0001 and ZBA2023-0007 (PLN41.14) Resolution#: C-111-23
Report Subject: North Village Secondary Plan and Integrated Environmental
Assessment
Purpose of Report:
The purpose of this report is to provide information to the public and Council. It does not
constitute, imply or request any degree of approval.
Recommendations:
1. That Report PDS-043-23 and any related delegations and communication items, be
received for information;
2. That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect
to the proposed Secondary Plan, Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines,
Official Plan Amendment (COPA2023-0001) and Zoning By-law Amendment
(ZBA2023-0007) applications;
3. That the proposed Secondary Plan, Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines,
Official Plan Amendment, and Zoning By-law Amendment continue to be reviewed
and processed;
4. That Staff report back to Council with a Recommendation Report; and
5. That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-043-23 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
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Report Overview
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This report provides an overview of the planning process for the North Village Secondary
Plan and Integrated Environmental Assessment (EA), including initiation of the plan, the
planning policy framework, public engagement, and comments, as well as agency comments
received to date.
The North Village Secondary Plan is envisioned to create a neighbourhood centre at the
heart of the new community, surrounded by a mix of housing types. The neighbourhood
centre will provide for convenient access to shopping and services, park space, and a
school. The design of the neighbourhood will be walkable, with pedestrian and cycle
connections throughout the community. Sustainable design elements, such as EV charging
stations and stormwater management, will also be included.
This area is anticipated to house approximately 2,800 residents, in approximately 1,100 units
in various low- and medium -density housing forms. Approximately 110 jobs are anticipated
to be generated by new small-scale commercial uses in the neighbourhood centre, and in a
future elementary school.
The purpose of the statutory meeting is to obtain comments from the public, landowners,
and commenting agencies on the proposed Secondary Plan, Urban Design and
Sustainability Guidelines, and implementing zoning regulations.
1. Background
1.1 The North Village Secondary Plan (NVSP) provides more detail than the Clarington
Official Plan about how a neighbourhood is to develop. This neighbourhood scale
planning allows for a more detailed analysis of land use, transportation, servicing and how
to achieve the objectives of the Clarington Official Plan.
1.2 The Secondary Plan also provides the structure for the various components of the
neighbourhood, such as how to best provide locations for housing, commercial, parks and
amenities, as well as planning the mobility between them and the rest of the community at
large. A Secondary Plan establishes the character and identity of the neighbourhood
while promoting efficient land use and development.
1.3 The preparation of this Secondary Plan follows the same procedures as an Official Plan
Amendment under the Planning Act. This includes the preparation of supporting technical
studies, public engagement, notice and holding of public meetings and adoption
procedures. Currently, the Region of Durham is the final approval authority for Secondary
Plans.
1.4 The NVSP is accompanied by a Draft Zoning By-law. The Zoning By-law will implement
the policy directions of the Secondary Plan by outlining provisions for permitted uses and
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other zoning regulations such as setbacks from property lines, building height and
parking.
2. North Village Secondary Plan
2.1 The NVSP area is located on the northern edge of Newcastle, an urban settlement area
centred on Durham Highway 2 (King Avenue) and Regional Road 17 (Mill Street).
Newcastle is one of four urban areas that make up the Municipality of Clarington. The
Secondary Plan Area is an area bound by Concession Road 3 to the north, Arthur Street
to the east, draft approved plans of subdivision to the south, and Highway 35/115 to the
west. The area of the Secondary Plan is approximately 52.6 hectares (130 acres) in size.
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2.2 The NVSP area is primarily made up of greenfield lands located in north Newcastle. The
majority of the lands are currently being used for agriculture. On the west side of
Regional Road 17 there are several homes, a church, and a fast-food restaurant.
2.3 The surrounding context reflects the historically rural and agricultural nature of this
community. Surrounding lands to the west. north, and east are outside of the urban
boundary. Immediately to the west is Provincial Highway 35/115 and a tributary of Foster
Creek. To the north of the NVSP Area, there are agricultural lands, including a farm, and
heritage property (3554 Concession Road 3). Further north along Highway 35/115, there
are a number of other commercial and automotive uses, as well as The Pines Senior
Public School and Clarke High School. To the east, there are agricultural lands, a mobile
home park, and a tributary of Foster Creek.
2.4 The lands to the south between the NVSP and the CP Rail line are currently within draft
approved plans of subdivision for low -density residential use. The historic downtown of
Newcastle is located along Durham Highway 2 (King Avenue), approximately 1.5
kilometres to the south.
3. Initiation of the Secondary Plan
3.1 Planning Services received a request from the North Village Landowners Group
requesting initiation of the North Village Secondary Plan with their commitment to cover
100% of the cost as required by Clarington Official Plan policies. On April 1, 2019 (PSD-
019-19) staff made the recommendation to proceed with the project, which was ratified
by Council on April 8, 2019 (Resolution #C-135-19).
3.2 A Terms of Reference was created and agreed upon. The terms of reference outlines the
process for the NVSP and Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines. The Terms of
Reference includes descriptions of all the studies, reports, and outreach required as a
part of this project.
3.3 The Landowners Group represents over 85% of the Secondary Plan area ownership.
There is a mix of parcel sizes within the Secondary Plan area, including larger farm
parcels, as well as residential, commercial and institutional properties.
3.4 Although the Municipality ultimately manages and directs the Secondary Plan process,
the Terms of Reference for the plan included a Steering Committee to provide overall
guidance and feedback to Municipal Staff. The Steering Committee includes staff from
Clarington Planning and Engineering, the Region of Durham, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority (GRCA), the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), local School
Boards, two landowners, the landowner group representative, and the lead consultant for
the Municipality.
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3.5 As noted in the Terms of Reference for the Secondary Plan, the goal was to address
these four Council priorities:
Sustainability and Climate Change
3.5.1. Clarington Council adopted a sustainable, 'green lens' approach to development, known
as the Priority Green Development Framework. Sustainable development principles and
practices are incorporated into the Secondary Plan. The North Village Secondary Plan will
address the criteria developed for Secondary Plans in Clarington's Green Development
Program.
Urban Design
3.5.2. New neighbourhoods, including North Village, will be designed to enhance the history and
character of Clarington. Neighbourhoods are to be created with a sense of place, and all
development should result in a high -quality aesthetic and design. Excellence in urban
design has been addressed through elements such as building design and transition,
complete streets, views, park connectivity, and active transportation, as well as the
integration of green infrastructure.
Affordable Housing
3.5.3. Council, through Official Plan policy, supports the provision of a variety of housing types,
tenure and costs for people of all ages, abilities and income groups. Recommendations
for policies are found in Clarington's Affordable Housing Toolkit.
3.5.4. The Clarington Official Plan encourages a minimum of 30% of all new housing built in
Urban Areas to be affordable. The North Village Secondary Plan includes a minimum of
30% residential units to be provided towards affordable housing, which will assist the
Municipality in achieving this target.
Community Engagement
3.5.5. Clarington Council is committed to community consultation and engagement beyond the
statutory requirements. The preparation of this Secondary Plan was and continues to be
supported by a thorough public engagement strategy which includes a range of public
consultation initiatives in order to share, consult, deliberate and collaborate with all
stakeholders. These efforts are in addition to any statutory meeting requirements.
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3.5.6 The following processes have been undertaken at the same time as the North Village
Secondary Plan and have been incorporated into the study process:
Environmental Assessment
3.5.7 An Environmental Assessment (EA) is required for all new or realigned major roads
needed for the North Village Secondary Plan. As part of the Secondary Plan, an EA is
being undertaken for two new collector roads and a separate EA project is currently being
carried out for the realignment of Regional Road 17.
3.5.8 All public notices, communications and review periods have been designed to ensure that
they conform to the requirements of both the Planning Act and Environmental
Assessment Act. To avoid confusion and focus resources more effectively, this project is
being undertaken using the `Integrated Approach' which jointly satisfies the requirements
of both the Planning Act and the Environmental Assessment Act.
Key public consultation elements of the EA process include:
Notifications: All project notices demonstrate clear indication of the Integrated EA
and Planning Act approach;
Mandatory Consultation: Engagement with review agencies and the public regarding
the problem/opportunity and alternative solutions is a key component for the EA
process; and
Completion: At study completion, a Notice is to be prepared advising agencies and
the public of the study completion and the opportunity to review the project reporting.
3.6 In addition, yet concurrent with the Secondary Plan and above noted EA, a separate EA
project is currently being carried out for the realignment of Regional Road 17, a Regional
arterial road that bisects the study area. To accommodate the increase in traffic
associated with the development of the NVSP area, the intersection of Regional Road 17
and Concession Road 3 must be relocated approximately 300 metres to the east of its
current location.
3.7 The Regional Road 17 EA evaluated options for the new alignment of the road and
intersection options that will result in an improved condition for roads accessing
Highway 35/115, a Provincial highway that is regulated by the Ministry of
transportation. A Public Information Centre for the Regional Road 17 EA will be held
in the near future to present the preferred realignment option.
Indigenous Consultation
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3.5.9 Both the Planning Act and the Environmental Assessment Act require consultation with
Indigenous communities. Staff have provided background materials and copies of all
notice material to each Indigenous community with rights and interests in the area.
4. The Secondary Plan Planning Process — Four Phases
4.1 There are four stages to the North Village Secondary Plan process (Figure 2). As
provided in the draft Terms of Reference and further refined through the tender and
award process, our lead Consultant, SvN Architects and Planners has summarized the
planning process for this Secondary Plan into four phases:
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4.2 The following sections generally describe the process that was undertaken to develop the
North Village Secondary Plan. A sequence of events summary table is provided in
Attachment 1 — Sequence of Events, for reference.
Phase 1: Initial Public Input and Technical Analysis
4.3 The initial phase involved a detailed technical analysis of background information and
creating a preliminary development proposal.
Public Information Centre #1
4.4 The first Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on November 21 st, 2019. The initial PIC
was to introduce the public to the project by defining the study area, the project process,
and the study priorities. In total, 41 people attended the meeting, with the majority of the
participants being residents of Newcastle.
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4.5 The PIC was advertised in the Orono Times and Clarington This Week in the two weeks
preceding the meeting; a notice was also posted on the Municipality's website, Planning
Services e-Update and by email to people who had previously signed up for project
updates. Every household within the NVSP area and within 300 metres received print
notices in the mail.
4.6 Public feedback was received through informal one-to-one discussions with Municipal
staff and project team members, public engagement activity (Figure 3) and by handing
out feedback forms to the meeting attendees.
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4.7 The PIC attendees were interested in learning about the timeline of the draft approved
plans to the south of the subject area. People had general questions regarding the
proposed land use and density for the site and the road realignment. The attendees were
interested in understanding the next steps involved in the project, as well as any future
opportunities to participate. There were significant concerns raised by the people outlining
the lack of housing opportunities and amenity spaces for young population in Newcastle.
4.8 A PIC #1 summary report was prepared and is available on the project webpage.
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4.9 The second PIC was held in a virtual format using Zoom, and in total, 31 people attended.
The COVID-19 pandemic was declared in March 2020 as the project was in Phase 1. The
project continued with virtual steering committee meetings, agency, and public
communication.
4.10 The second Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on November 18t", 2021. The
presentation made at the PIC included information on project timelines and a summary of
background reports completed to date. The presentation also outlined the challenges and
opportunities, as well as introduced the draft vision and guiding principles. Alternatives for
the realignment of Regional Road 17 were shared as part of this PIC.
4.11 The PIC was advertised in the same format as PIC#1. Notice was also sent to
commenting agencies and Indigenous communities.
4.12 A PIC #2 summary report was prepared to detail public engagement and feedback
received and is available on the project webpage.
Background Studies
4.13 Detailed background studies were also completed during Phase 1 of the project. These
studies include the following:
• Land Use Planning Policy Review;
• Archeological Assessment;
• Transportation Impact Study;
• Master Servicing Report;
• Sustainability Background Report;
• Agricultural Impact Assessment;
• Natural Environment Report;
• Cultural Heritage Report; and
• Market Impact Analysis.
A Phase 1 Summary Report has been prepared and is available for review on the project
webpage.
Phase 2: Evaluation Criteria and Alternative Land Use Plans
4.14 Based upon the results of Phase 1 and leading up to PIC#3, the consultants prepared
three preliminary land use alternatives for the NVSP area.
Public Information Centre #3
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4.15 The third PIC was held virtually on June 8t", 2022. The meeting provided individuals with
a project update and aimed to share and seek feedback on the three alternative land use
plans for the NVSP area.
4.16 Approximately 34 people attended the meeting, which included a project update,
presentation on the three land use alternatives and update on the Regional Road 17
Environmental Assessment, including alignment and cross-section alternatives.
4.17 The presentation was followed by a question -and -answer period, where participants could
submit questions in writing, and a panel including Clarington staff and the consultant team
responded.
4.18 In addition to the PIC#3 summary report, a copy of the presentation material and a video
recording, with subtitles, of the PIC are posted to the project webpage.
4.19 Following PIC#3, the Municipality launched an online survey to generate additional
feedback.
Phase 3: Emerging Land Use Plan
4.20 Based on the evaluation of the three alternative land use plans, and the comments
received from the Steering Committee and the public, an emerging plan use plan and
policy directions were created.
Public Information Centre #4
4.21 The fourth PIC was held on March 30, 2023, to share the emerging land use plan and
policy directions with the public for feedback. Polling questions were asked throughout the
presentation on the location of the Neighbourhood Centre, live -work units, location of
parks and programming, and distribution of low and medium -density housing.
4.22 A copy of PIC #4 presentation and video of the PIC are posted to the project webpage.
Phase 4: Draft Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
4.23 The intent of Phase 4 of the process is to focus on the finalization of the Secondary Plan.
This includes the Statutory Public Meeting and Recommendation Report. In this phase,
the supporting technical documents will be finalized, and the preparation of the
implementing zoning by-law will take place.
4.24 The Statutory Public Meeting allows the public to formally comment on the draft Official
Plan Amendment, including the draft Secondary Plan and Urban Design and
Sustainability Guidelines, as well as the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment. It is
important to note that any comments received, either verbally during the Public Meeting,
or submitted in writing to staff, since the release of the draft documents, will be outlined in
the Recommendation Report.
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4.25 Notice for the Statutory Public Meeting for the North Village Secondary Plan was provided
in accordance with the Planning Act. A Notice of Statutory Public Meeting was mailed to
the landowners located in and within 300 metres of the NVSP area. The Notice of Public
Meeting was also sent by mail to the Region of Durham, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
and Housing, and all other commenting agencies. All draft and supporting documents
were posted to the project webpage by June 7, 2023.
4.26 Communications has promoted the Statutory Public Meeting and posted the Notice on
the Municipal website and social media. Three Notices advertising the Public Meeting
were placed in both the Orono Times and Clarington This Week during the weeks of May
31, June 14, and June 21. The Notice of Statutory Public Meeting stated that the draft
materials would be available for review on June 7, 2023.
4.27 All registered interested parties were emailed the Notice of Public Meeting on June 2,
2023. An update email to advise that the draft documents were posted on the webpage
was sent on June 8, 2023.
4.28 In addition to receiving a Notice of Public Meeting, external agencies and internal
departments have been requested to provide their comments regarding the Draft
Secondary Plan and Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines. These comments, as
well as public comments, will assist staff in preparing a Recommendation Report.
5. The Draft Secondary Plan, Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines, and Zoning By-law
5.1 The Clarington Official Plan Amendment (Attachment 2) will add the North Village
Secondary Plan (Attachment 3) and its Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines
(Attachment 4) to the Clarington Official Plan.
5.2 The Zoning By-law Amendment (Attachment 5) accompanies the Draft Secondary Plan
and will amend Clarington's Zoning By-law 84-63.
Draft Secondary Plan
5.3 The North Village Secondary Plan (Attachment 3) is envisioned to create a
neighbourhood with an estimated population of approximately 2,800 residents, with
approximately 1,100 units in a variety of low- and medium -density housing forms.
Approximately 110 jobs are anticipated to be generated by new small-scale commercial
uses in the Neighbourhood Centre, and in a future elementary school. A Mixed -Use
Neighbourhood Centre will be the heart of the neighbourhood, animated and anchored by
a school, a public park, and small-scale shops and services (see Figure 4). The
Neighbourhood Centre will also have a public square.
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Schedule - Land Use, Parks & Transportation
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5.4 The area's major roads are a defining feature of North Village that serve as the
boundaries of the Plan area as well as important transportation routes for getting to and
from the neighbourhood. These streets will feature landscaping, active transportation
facilities, an attractive built form, and connections to the interior of the neighbourhood.
5.5 The following principles further articulate the vision and outline key objectives that form
part of the basis for the Secondary Plan's policies:
• A Livable Neighbourhood, that is home to individuals and families of all ages, abilities,
incomes and household sizes. The neighbourhood is anchored by community
amenities, services, and places for connection that support a sense of well-being and
neighbourliness.
• A Connected Neighbourhood, with streets, sidewalks, and multi -use paths providing a
range of options for travelling through the neighbourhood and beyond. Safe travel to
neighbourhood destinations such as schools and parks on foot or by bicycle, as well
as future regular transit, provides connections to the larger region.
• A Beautiful and Inviting Neighbourhood, where residents can enjoy a variety of open
spaces, connected by a beautiful and functional public realm. The design of buildings
is varied but still cohesive and feels like a natural extension of the older parts of
Newcastle.
• Resilient Neighbourhood, that proactively responds to the impacts of a changing
climate by employing green design and construction practices and minimizing
consumption of energy and water. Social resilience is strengthened through the
provision of a range of housing options and buildings that can be adapted over time to
respond to changing needs.
A Unique, Newcastle Neighbourhood, that celebrates the community's rural heritage
and connection to the landscape that surrounds it. An engaged community, residents
of North Village will continue to shape the future of the neighbourhood together.
5.6 The NVSP area includes the following structuring elements to achieve the Plan's vision,
principles, and objectives:
• Neighbourhood Centre
• Gateway and Prominent Intersections
• Residential Areas
• Parks and Open Spaces
• School
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Figure 5: 3D Demonstration Plan of the Neighbourhood Centre
5.7 A Neighbourhood Centre will be located around the intersection of Street A and Street B,
as shown on Schedule A. The Neighbourhood Centre (Figure 5) is the focal point of the
neighbourhood, a hub of activity with a concentration of retail and public uses in a
pedestrian -oriented main street format along Street A and Street B, complemented by
adjacent Medium -Density Residential, a park and a school.
5.8 Gateways are key locations that are to be designed to serve as landmarks highlighting
arrival into the Municipality or a transition from the rural to urban area. These gateways
are located at Regional Road 17 and Concession Road 3, and Street B and Arthur
Street. Prominent intersections are intersections that function as community focal points,
where there is a cluster of civic uses and where built form and special architectural and
landscaping elements serve to emphasize the significance of the intersection. Prominent
intersections are located at Regional Road 17 and Street A, and Street A and Street B.
5.9 The residential areas make up the majority of the Secondary Plan Area and include the
Low Density Residential and Medium Density Residential designations. Other compatible
uses, including small-scale service and neighbourhood retail commercial uses and
home -based occupations are also permitted.
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5.10 An elementary school is located central to the North Village Neighbourhood to support
walkability. It is within the Neighbourhood Centre and adjacent to a neighbourhood park
to create an activity node, and to provide opportunities for the sharing of facilities.
5.11 The parks and open space system includes neighbourhood parks, parkettes, a public
square, multi -use paths (MUPs) and mid -block connections. A neighbourhood park is
planned adjacent to the school site to provide for co -located and expanded recreational
programs that can be used by residents after school hours. Mid -block connections and
MUPs provide additional travel routes through the neighbourhood for active
transportation.
5.12 The NVSP includes affordable housing strategies to contribute to the Municipality of
Clarington's goal for thirty (30) percent affordable housing for all new development in
Urban Areas. The Plan requires a payment of $1,000 per residential unit to the
Municipality for affordable housing.
5.13 The Plan also focuses on mitigating negative impacts and establishes the framework for
a low -carbon, resilient community by including sustainable development and urban
design policies that ensure a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable community.
Draft Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines
5.14 The purpose of the Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines (Attachment 4) is to
provide additional guidance and details to guide the implementation of the policy
framework of the Secondary Plan through community design, mobility planning, built form
and public realm design. The guidelines provide a suite of proactive and forward -thinking
design considerations.
5.15 While the Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines are intended as a reference, they
indicate the Municipality of Clarington's expectations with respect to the character, quality,
and form of development in the Secondary Plan area. The Guidelines also provide the
Municipality with an objective, consistent evaluation framework to assess future
development applications.
Draft Zoning By -Law
5.16 The Draft Zoning By-law (Attachment 5) implements the Secondary Plan by providing
zone categories and zoning standards, such as setbacks, height and transition, that
reflect the policies and vision of the NVSP. The Draft Zoning By-law is subject to further
refinement as the project progresses.
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6. Conformity with Provincial Legislation
Planning Act
6.1 The Planning Act is Provincial legislation that sets out the framework and rules for land
use planning in Ontario. According to Section 22 of the Planning Act, secondary plans
are part of the official plan, added by way of an amendment. Secondary plans contain
policies and land use designations that apply to multiple contiguous parcels of land, but
not an entire municipality, and that provide more detailed land use policy direction in
respect of those parcels than was provided before the amendment.
6.2 The Planning Act also establishes requirements for parkland dedication and community
benefits charges. The standard rate for residential development is 5% of the land area.
As part of Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act 2022, the alternative parkland dedication
rate was modified from one hectare for each 300 units to one hectare for each 600 net
residential units if land is taken. For cash -in -lieu, the new alternative calculation is the
cash value of one hectare for each 1,000 net residential units. The maximum amount of
land that can be conveyed or paid as cash -in -lieu is subject to a cap of fifteen per cent of
the land for lands with a total net developable area of over five hectares.
6.3 Based on the assumed residential densities for the NVSP, it is estimated that at full build -
out, the neighbourhood will contain 1,100 residential units. It is estimated that 1,100 units
will yield approximately 2.63ha of parkland. It is also important to note that the two
subdivisions to the south will also be contributing 2.92ha of parkland into the NVSP area,
for a total of 5.5ha.
Provincial Policy Statement, 2020
6.4 The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) lays out the Province's overarching direction on
matters related to land use planning and development. It includes policies which
emphasize the importance of efficient development and land use patterns, conserving the
natural environment, and contributing to long-term economic prosperity for the Province. It
promotes healthy, livable and safe communities and the creation of public spaces and
recreational facilities which foster social interaction and community connectivity.
6.5 The PPS focuses growth and development within urban and rural settlement areas and
promotes the coordination of planning for growth with the necessary hard and soft
infrastructure. Municipalities are directed to provide an appropriate mix of housing options
and densities to meet the needs of future and current residents in regard to both market -
based and affordable housing.
6.6 The PPS also directs Municipalities to accommodate growth in a more compact form and
ensuring the realization of this compact form through the establishment of appropriate
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development standards. The PPS encourages a sense of place through the promotion of
well -designed built form as a means of promoting long-term economic prosperity.
6.7 The North Village Secondary Plan is consistent with the PPS. The Plan provides for the
creation of a strong, resilient, and complete community, with a mix of uses to meet the
daily needs of its residents. Through providing a mix of uses, and variety of housing
types, connected through an integrated road and pedestrian network, the Secondary Plan
is in line with the objectives of the PPS. The Secondary Plan includes policies requiring
adequate parks and public spaces, with connections via public streets, the introduction of
new public roads and gateways to allow for better circulation within the site, and
sustainable design guidelines that promote energy efficient and resilient development.
A Place to Grow - Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020
6.8 The Province sets the framework for land use planning in municipalities within the Greater
Golden Horseshoe through the A Place to Grow - Growth Plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe (Growth Plan), which establishes a vision and supporting policies for
managing growth within the region to 2051. In setting out a vision to manage growth, the
Growth Plan emphasizes the creation of a compact built form through the intensification
of lands within already built-up areas.
6.9 The majority of the NVSP Area is within the 'designated greenfield area'. Designated
greenfield areas are lands within settlement areas that have been designated in an
Official Plan for development and are required to accommodate forecasted population
and employment growth. They are called "greenfield" because they are typically
agricultural areas on the urban fringe. The Growth Plan states that designated greenfield
areas should be planned to meet a specified minimum density target, and designed in a
manner that supports the achievement of complete communities, facilitates active
transportation, and encourages the integration and sustained viability of transit services.
6.10 The achievement of complete communities is the first guiding principle listed in the
Growth Plan. Complete communities should be designed to support healthy and active
living and meet people's needs for daily living throughout an entire lifetime. Complete
communities should also be planned to mitigate and adapt to climate change by
promoting integrated green infrastructure and low -impact development practices.
Development within complete communities should be of a high quality, compact built form
with an attractive and vibrant public realm.
6.11 The Growth Plan directs municipalities to plan for a diverse range and mix of housing
options, including secondary units and affordable housing, and to provide housing and
amenities for people from all walks of life and incomes.
6.12 The North Village Secondary Plan conforms to the Growth Plan. The Plan is designed to
achieve the minimum density target of 50 residents and jobs per hectare. It provides the
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framework for a complete community that achieves Provincial objectives related to
sustainability and climate change, urban design, and housing affordability.
7. Official Plans
Durham Region Official Plan
7.1 The Durham Region Official Plan (ROP) guides growth and change within the Region. It
sets out a framework for managing growth in an orderly fashion and creating healthy and
complete, sustainable communities. The Region is currently in the process of updating
the ROP to conform to the 2020 Growth Plan, however the new plan is not yet in force.
The recommended ROP was adopted by Regional Council on May 17, 2023. It is
currently waiting for approval by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing under
Sections 17 and 26 of the Planning Act.
7.2 The NVSP falls within the Urban Area as identified by both the current and the new
Durham Region Official Plan. Both set out a framework for managing growth in an orderly
fashion and creating healthy and complete, sustainable communities. The current ROP
sets out population and job projections for all of the lower -tier municipalities to the year
2031. The new ROP allocates population and jobs to all lower -tier municipalities to the
year 2051. The new ROP estimates that Clarington will have a total population of 221,020
people, as well as 70,320 jobs, by 2051. The majority of these people and jobs will be in
the urban areas of Courtice, Bowmanville, and Newcastle.
7.3 The current Durham Region Official Plan designates the lands as "Living Areas" in
Schedule `A' Regional Structures. Living Areas are predominantly for housing purposes
and should be developed to incorporate a wide variety of housing types, sizes and
tenures. Limited non-residential development is permitted in Living Areas, as a
component of mixed -use developments. Living Areas should be developed in a compact
built form, in a manner that supports access to public transit. The new OP designates the
land as "Community Areas" in Map 1 Regional Structure — Urban and Rural Systems.
Community Areas are to be planned for a variety of housing types, sizes and tenures
within connected neighbourhoods that include population -servicing uses, such as
commercial, retail, institutional and office uses, provided these uses are appropriately
located and compatible with their surroundings.
7.4 Regional Road 17 is identified as a Type B Arterial Road and a Regional Transit Spine
according to Map C of the current ROP. Type B Arterials primarily serve inter- and intra-
municipal trips and have a 30 to 36 metre right-of-way. Arthur Street is a Type C Arterial,
and Concession Road 3 is a Type B/C Arterial. Type C Arterial Roads primarily serve
intra-municipal trips and have a 26 to 30 metre right-of-way. The new ROP also identifies
Regional Road 17 as a part of the priority transit network on Map 3A, and contains the
same road classification for Regional Road 17, Concession Road 3 and Arthur Street.
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7.5 The NVSP conforms to the current and new Region of Durham Official Plan. The
implementation of the Secondary Plan will ensure sequential and orderly development,
full municipal water and sanitary sewer systems of the area, transportation for all modes
is available, a range of housing is provided, and a diverse mix of land uses. The
Secondary Plan contemplates a compact built form for the area, with the most intensive
forms of development along arterial roads and within the neighbourhood centre. The
Secondary Plan will be developed with high regard for environmental sustainability and
climate resilience.
Clarington Official Plan
7.6 The Clarington Official Plan (OP) provides a vision for future growth and development of
the Municipality to the year 2031, in conformity with the Regional Official Plan. The
Municipality of Clarington Official Plan was updated in 2018 based on the key principles
of sustainable development, healthy communities, and growth management.
7.7 The NVSP area is identified as `Greenfield' and `Built Up Area' within the urban structure
of the Municipality of Clarington. Any development within the Greenfield areas must
contribute to the achievement of the minimum density target of 50 residents and jobs per
hectare applied across all Greenfield lands in the Municipality.
7.8 The NVSP area is designated as Urban Residential in the Clarington OP according to
Map A4 — Land Use. The predominant use of lands designated Urban Residential shall
be used for housing purposes. Other uses may be permitted, which by the nature of their
activity, scale and design, and location, are supportive of, and compatible with residential
uses. The NVSP area contains a 'Neighbourhood Centre' designation, which serve as
focal points for residential neighbourhoods and provides a range of retail and service
uses to meet day-to-day needs. The Land Use Map also contains a school symbol within
the NVSP area. The Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland and Clarington Catholic
School Board (PVNCC) has expressed an interest in a new catholic elementary school
within the NVSP area.
7.9 Chapter 5 of the Clarington OP contains policies related to urban design and
sustainability, with the goal of achieving greater sustainability through community, site,
and building design practices. Important sustainable design principles include walkability,
land efficiency, compact and connected communities, managing resources and energy
efficiency, and putting the environment first. The Clarington OP also encourages
sustainable design practices, including green infrastructure and green building design.
7.10 The Clarington OP encourages a minimum of 30% of all new housing to be affordable.
Alternative forms of housing are permitted and supported by the Official Plan, including
accessory units, and assisted and special needs housing.
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7.11 The NVSP reflects the direction in the Clarington Official Plan. The NVSP area is
predominately designated residential, however, it incudes a Neighbourhood Centre
which will serve as a focal point for the residential neighbourhood and provide a range of
retail and service uses to meet day to day needs. The Neighbourhood Centre is planned
around a Prominent Intersection which will be the focal point for activity in the area. The
Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines and the recommended zoning standards
also conform to the Clarington Official Plan.
Priority Green
7.12 The North Village Secondary Plan will guide development to meet the standards outlined
in the Priority Green framework. This will include energy efficiency and sustainability in
building design and construction and consideration for renewable/alternative energy
systems.
7.13 The alignments of new higher -order roads will support an interconnected and walkable
street network, and policies encourage shorter block lengths and additional pedestrian
linkages where needed to create direct and continuous pedestrian routes throughout the
neighbourhood. Parks, stormwater management facilities, and development adjacent to
natural heritage features will use low -impact development strategies (LIDs), naturalized
landscaping and vegetation to maintain or enhance the nearby natural features. Policies
encourage stormwater run-off mitigation through landscaping strategies and the use of
LIDs, including permeable surfaces.
7.14 A linear green space is proposed that incorporates a trail connection as a buffer to the
highway.
7.15 The Secondary Plan requires all development in North Village to meet high standards for
energy efficiency and sustainability in building design and construction. It shall
incorporate energy, water and waste conservation measures. Integrating indigenous and
pollinator -friendly species into the development.
8. Public Comments
8.1 Public comments and feedback were collected throughout the Secondary Plan process.
All comments received to date have contributed to the draft Secondary Plan, Urban
Design and Sustainability Guidelines and accompanying zoning regulations. Public
comments received on the draft documents will contribute to the next version of the
documents.
8.2 A summary of all public comments will be provided in the subsequent recommendation
report.
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9. Agency and Departmental Comments
9.1 Notice of Statutory Public Meeting and the request for comments was provided to the
Agencies in early June. Agencies normally require a minimum of four weeks to provide
comments on large documents such as a Secondary Plan. To date, agencies have
reviewed background reports, draft land use options and various iterations of the
preferred land use plan. We anticipate receiving formal comments from the agencies as
we move closer to the Recommendation Report. The Municipality will not proceed with a
Recommendation Report to Council without first ensuring that all commenting agencies
have provided their input.
9.2 Municipal staff from Planning and Infrastructure Services, the Region of Durham,
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA), the Ministry of Transportation
(MTO), local School Boards, two landowners, the landowner group representative, and
the lead consultant for the Municipality are members of the NVSP steering committee.
The steering committee has been integral to the process, including providing direction on
the technical background reports and early land use concepts, as well as providing early
comments on a first draft of the Secondary Plan and associated documents.
10. Financial Considerations
10.1 Cost recovery agreements with the North Village Landowner Group require that the
landowners pay 100 per cent of the preparation costs for the Secondary Plan.
11. Concurrence
11.1 This report has been reviewed by the Deputy CAO/Treasurer.
12. Conclusion
12.1 The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of the planning process for the North
Village Secondary Plan and Integrated Environmental Assessment (EA), including
initiation of the plan, the planning policy framework, public engagement and comments,
as well as agency comments received to date for the Public Meeting.
12.2 After extensive consultation with agencies, stakeholders and the public, the draft NVSP
and accompanying zoning regulations have been prepared and released for Council,
agency and public review. Following this Public Meeting, the draft documents will be
further revised based on the comments received.
12.3 Staff will continue to process and prepare a subsequent Recommendation Report. A final
version of the Secondary Plan, Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines, and zoning
regulations will be presented to Council in the future.
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12.4 When adopted, the Official Plan Amendment will be forwarded to the Region of Durham
for approval. Part of the Region of Durham review includes circulation of the Amendment
to agencies and the Province for their comments. The Region will issue a Notice of
Decision regarding the Amendment, and the 20-day appeal period will commence. If there
are no appeals to the Region's Decision on OPA, it will come into full force and effect.
The noted OPA approval authority and process may be subject to change due to future
legislation changes.
Staff Contact: Emily Corsi, Senior Planner, 905-623-3379 ext. 2428 or ecorsi(@clarington.net,
Lisa Backus, Manager of Community Planning, 905-623-3379 ext. 2409 or
Ibackus(a-).clarington.net, Shrija Vora, Planner II, 905-623-3379 ext. 2426 or
svora(a)_clarington. net
Attachments:
Attachment 1 — Sequence of Events
Attachment 2 — Draft Official Plan Amendment
Attachment 3 — Draft Secondary Plan
Attachment 4 — Draft Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines
Attachment 5 — Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
Attachment 6 — Summary of Technical Background Reports
Interested Parties:
List of Interested Parties available from Department.
Sequence of Events Summary — North Village Secondary Plan
2019
Event
March 2019
Request received from landowner group to initiate the North
Village Secondary Plan
April 1, 2019
Public Meeting - North Village Secondary Plan Initiation
April 8, 2019
Council authorization to initiate the North Village Secondary
Plan
September 2019
SvN Architects + Planners awarded the contract
October 25, 2019
Landowners Group Kick-off Meeting & Site Visit
November 6, 2019
Notice of Commencement for EAs
November 21, 2019
Public Information Centre #1
2020
Event
February 27, 2020
Steering Committee Meeting #2
April 08, 2020
Steering Committee Meeting #3
2021
Event
November 18, 2021
Public Information Centre #2
2022
Event
January 26, 2022
Steering Committee Meeting #4
April 14, 2022
Steering Committee Meeting #5
June 8, 2022
Public Information Centre #3
2023
Event
March 2, 2023
Steering Committee Meeting #6
March 30, 2023
Public Information Centre #4
April 13, 2023
Materials from PIC #4 available for public comment by April 27,
2023
May 3, 2023
Steering Committee Meeting #7
May 31 and June 1,
2023
Notice of Statutory Public Meeting
(posted in Orono Times and Clarington This Week
newspapers)
June 2, 2023
Agencies Request for Comment
June 2, 2023
Interested Parties emailed Notice of Statutory Public Meeting
June 6, 2023
Notice of Statutory Public Meeting mailed to properties in the
Secondary Plan area and within 300m
June 7, 2023
EA commenting agencies and indigenous communities notified
of Statutory Public Meeting
June 7, 2023
Draft materials; Official Plan Amendment, Secondary Plan,
Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines, and Draft Zoning
By-law Amendment, available on project webpage
June 8, 2023
Interested Parties notified of draft documents available on
project webpage for public comment by July 18, 2023
June 14, 15, 21 &
Newspaper advertisements of Statutory Public Meeting
22, 2023
June 22, 2023
Staff Report and Public Meeting presentation available
June 27, 2023
Statutory Public Meeting
Draft AMENDMENT NO.133
TO THE CLARINGTON OFFICIAL PLAN
PURPOSE: The purpose of this Amendment is to create a planning framework that
will facilitate the development of a complete community in the North
Village Secondary Plan area. This Secondary Plan, including Urban
design and Sustainable Development Guidelines, will facilitate the
development of a sustainable, livable, and inclusive community in the
Secondary Plan area.
Although predominantly residential, the Secondary Plan area will
feature a mix and intensity of uses that allow many needs to be met
locally, while also having access to broader amenities.
This initiative complements the Official Plan principle of promoting
higher densities, and mix of uses, and the principles of promoting a
diversity of housing types and tenures, as well as sustainable design
throughout the Secondary Plan area.
LOCATION: This Amendment applies to a 51-ha area bounded by Concession
Road 3 to the north, Arthur Street to the east, and Highway 35/115 to
the west. The subject lands are located at the north corner of the
Newcastle urban area boundary. Approximately one-third of the area
contains natural features. Regional Road 17 is the main north -south
arterial through the area. Existing residential uses, a place of worship
and a fast-food restaurant are located on the west side of Regional
Road 17. A future residential neighbourhood will be located to the
south.
BASIS: In 2019, the North Village Landowners Group (which represents most
of the currently undeveloped lands in the secondary plan area),
committed to covering 100% of the costs of the update. In April 2019,
staff recommended that the Municipality proceed with initiating the
North Village Secondary Plan. The recommendation was approved by
Council, and the North Village Secondary Plan was initiated with the
engagement of SvN Architects + Planners in September 2019.
This Amendment is based upon the study team's analysis and an
extensive public consultation process which included open -house -style
Public Information Centres in November 2019 and November 2021,
June 2022, and a fourth Public Information Centre in March 2023.
The background reports below highlighted key challenges and opportunities for the
North Village Secondary Plan area and provided some direction to the policies. The list
of reports is as follows:
• Agricultural Impact Assessment
• Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment
• Cultural Heritage Report
• Natural Environment Report
• Phase 1 Existing Conditions Master Servicing Report
• Phase 1 Existing Conditions Transportation Report
• Sustainability Background Report
• Planning Rationale
• Land Use Alternatives Summary Report
• Draft Transportation Needs Report
• Draft Master Servicing Report
ACTUAL
AMENDMENT:
1. Existing Part VI, Section 3 `General Policies for Secondary Plans' is hereby
amended, to include the North Village Secondary Plan,as follows:
"3. Secondary Plans have been prepared for the following areas:
a) Bowmanville East Town Centre;
b) Bowmanville West Town Centre;
c) Courtice Main Street;
d) Newcastle Village Main Central Area;
e) Port Darlington Neighbourhood;
f) Bayview;
g) Clarington Energy Business Park;
h) Brookhill Neighbourhood;
i) Clarington Technology Business Park;
j) Foster Northwest;
k) Southeast Courtice;
1) Wilmot Creek Neighbourhood; and
m) North Village."
2. Existing Part Six Secondary Plans is amended by adding a new Secondary Plan to
Part Six as follows:
North Village Secondary Plan
Municipality of Clarington
Draft May 2023
Contents
1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 4
2 Objectives & Principles.............................................................................................. 5
2.1 Objectives............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Principles & Objectives........................................................................................ 5
3 Community Structure.................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Neighbourhood Centre......................................................................................... 6
3.2 Gateway and Prominent Intersections.................................................................. 7
3.3 Residential Areas................................................................................................. 7
3.4 Parks and Open Space........................................................................................ 8
3.5 Schools................................................................................................................ 8
4 The Environment and Sustainability........................................................................... 8
4.1
Objectives............................................................................................................ 8
4.2
Sustainable Design and Climate Change............................................................. 8
4.3
Water Conservation and Management................................................................. 9
4.4
Energy Generation and Conservation.................................................................. 9
4.5
Urban Forest and Native Plantings....................................................................
10
4.6
Local Food Production.......................................................................................
11
5 Creating Vibrant Urban Places................................................................................. 11
5.1 Objectives.......................................................................................................... 11
5.2 General Policies................................................................................................. 11
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5.3
Placemaking and the Public Realm....................................................................
11
5.4
Gateways and Prominent Intersections..............................................................
12
5.5
Building Siting and Design.................................................................................
13
5.6
Neighbourhood Centre.......................................................................................
13
5.7
Public Square....................................................................................................
14
5.8
Parking, Loading and Mechanical Structures......................................................
14
6 Encouraging
Housing Diversity.................................................................................
16
6.1
Objectives..........................................................................................................
16
6.2
General Policies.................................................................................................
16
7 Mobility and Streets.................................................................................................
17
7.1
Objectives..........................................................................................................
17
7.2
Transportation Network......................................................................................
17
7.3
Roads................................................................................................................
20
7.4
Arterial Roads....................................................................................................
20
7.5
Collector Roads..................................................................................................
21
7.6
Local Roads.......................................................................................................
21
7.7
Rear Lanes........................................................................................................
22
7.8
Mid -Block Connections......................................................................................
22
7.9
Active Transportation.........................................................................................
23
7.10
Public Transit.....................................................................................................
24
8 Parks
and Community Facilities................................................................................
24
8.1
Objectives..........................................................................................................
24
8.2
Parks.................................................................................................................
24
8.3
Privately Owned Publicly -Accessible Spaces .....................................................
25
8.4
Elementary School.............................................................................................
25
9 Land Use.................................................................................................................
26
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9.1
Objectives..........................................................................................................
26
9.2
General Policies.................................................................................................
26
9.3
Mixed Use..........................................................................................................27
9.4
Medium Density Residential...............................................................................
28
9.5
Low Density Residential.....................................................................................
28
10 Servicing
..................................................................................................................29
10.1
Objectives..........................................................................................................
29
10.2
Municipal Services.............................................................................................
29
10.3
Stormwater Management and Low Impact Development ....................................
30
10.4
Utilities...............................................................................................................
31
10.5 Water Reservoir and Pumping Station............................................................... 31
11 Implementation and Interpretation............................................................................. 31
11.1 Implementation.................................................................................................. 31
11.2 Existing Uses..................................................................................................... 33
11.3 Interpretation............................................................................
SCHEDULE A — Land Use, Transportation, Parks and Open Space
APPENDIX A — Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines
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1 Introduction
The North Village Secondary Plan area is located on the northern edge of the Village of
Newcastle, an urban settlement area centered on Durham Highway 2 (King Avenue) and
Regional Road 17 (Mill Street). The Village of Newcastle is one of four urban areas in the
Municipality of Clarington, the easternmost municipality in the Region of Durham. The
Secondary Plan area is bound by Concession Road 3 to the north, Arthur Street to the east,
and Highway 35/115 to the west. A residential neighbourhood is located to the south. It is
approximately 51 hectares (127 acres) in area and is mostly being used for agriculture
today. On the west side of Regional Road 17, there are existing residential uses, a place of
worship, and a fast food restaurant.
The lands are designated as Urban Residential in the Clarington Official Plan and are
intended to be used primarily for housing. A secondary plan is required to facilitate the
development of North Village, establishing a forward -thinking framework for a complete
community that supports residents in living healthy, low -carbon lives in a walkable
neighbourhood that complements the existing small-town character of Newcastle.
The North Village Secondary Plan ("this Plan") is based on the latest Provincial, Regional,
and local planning policies including the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
(2021), the Durham Region Official Plan (2006) and the Clarington Official Plan (2018) ("the
Clarington Official Plan"). It has been prepared to guide growth in a logical, efficient, and
fiscally responsible manner.
This Plan includes several technical studies and is rooted in four priorities identified by
Clarington's Council:
• Excellence in urban design
• A mix of housing options including affordable housing
• Resilience to the impacts of a changing climate
• A comprehensive community engagement program
The Secondary Plan area ("the Plan area") is anticipated to achieve a planned population of
approximately 2,800 residents, with approximately 1,100 units in a variety of low- and
medium -density housing forms. Approximately 110 jobs are anticipated to be generated by
new small-scale commercial uses in the Neighbourhood Centre, and in a future elementary
school.
Development proposals within the Plan area will adhere to this Plan, ensuring that North
Village achieves the vision and guiding principles formulated during the secondary planning
process with input from key stakeholders and the Newcastle community. This Plan is
complemented by Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines ("the Guidelines") that are
attached as Appendix A, which provide direction for its implementation.
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2 Objectives & Principles
2.1 Objectives
North Village is a vibrant neighbourhood that is open to all, at all stages of their life.
Walkable and welcoming, it reflects the rich spirit of the Newcastle community. Its design
reflects some of the most treasured characteristics of the Village, including walkable
streets and great parks.
A Mixed Use Neighbourhood Centre will be the heart of the neighbourhood, animated and
anchored by a school, a public park, and small-scale shops and services. The
Neighbourhood Centre will also have a public square which can be used for community
events.
The area's major roads are a defining feature of North Village that serve as the boundaries
of the Plan area as well as important transportation routes for getting to and from. They will
feature landscaping, active transportation facilities, an attractive built form, and connections
to the interior of the neighbourhood.
Despite the presence of these major roads, walking, cycling and transit will be attractive
and viable alternatives to the car for residents of North Village. A high -quality
neighbourhood design with attractive and inviting public places including parks and a
public square will encourage people to get outside and spend time with their neighbours.
This Plan includes affordable housing strategies to contribute to the Municipality of
Clarington's goal for a thirty (30) percent affordable housing for all new development in
Urban Areas. In this way, it is ensuring that North Village is an inclusive community. The
North Village Secondary Plan includes measurable targets to move towards a net zero
neighbourhood that is resilient to the impacts of climate change.
2.2 Principles & Objectives
The following principles further articulate the vision and outline key objectives that form part
of the basis for the Secondary Plan's policies:
2.2.1 A Livable Neighbourhood, that is home to individuals and families of all ages,
abilities, incomes and household sizes. The neighbourhood is anchored by
community amenities, services, and places for connection that support a sense of
well-being and neighbourliness.
2.2.2 A Connected Neighbourhood, with streets, sidewalks, and multi -use paths
providing a range of options for traveling through the neighbourhood and beyond.
Safe travel to neighbourhood destinations such as schools and parks on foot or by
bicycle, as well as future regular transit provides connections to the larger region.
2.2.3 A Beautiful and Inviting Neighbourhood, where residents can enjoy a variety of
open spaces, connected by a beautiful and functional public realm. The design of
buildings is varied but still cohesive, and feels like a natural extension of the older
parts of the Village of Newcastle.
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2.2.4 A Resilient Neighbourhood, that proactively responds to the impacts of a changing
climate employing green design and construction practices and minimizing
consumption of energy and water. Social resilience is strengthened through the
provision of a range of housing options and buildings that can be adapted over time
to respond to changing needs.
2.2.5 A Unique, Newcastle Neighbourhood, that celebrates the community's rural
heritage and connection to the landscape that surrounds it. An engaged community,
residents of North Village will continue to shape the future of the neighbourhood
together.
3 Community Structure
The community structure for North Village establishes a distribution of land uses and
intensities of development to achieve this Plan's vision, principles & objectives. North
Village's key components and structure includes:
- Neighbourhood Centre
- Gateway & Prominent Intersections
- Residential Areas
- Parks & Open Space
- Schools
3.1 Neighbourhood Centre
3.1.1 A Neighbourhood Centre will be provided around the intersection of Street A and
Street B, as shown on Schedule A. The Neighbourhood Centre is the focal point of
the neighbourhood, a hub of activity with a concentration of retail and public uses in
a pedestrian -oriented main street format along Street A and Street B, complemented
by adjacent Medium -Density Residential, a Park and a school.
3.1.2 The Neighbourhood Centre is centrally located so it is accessible to all residents of
North Village, as well as the neighbourhoods to the south. It will feature an
attractive, welcoming, and high -quality public realm that encourages people to
linger. A public square will serve as an additional community gathering place.
3.1.3 The Neighbourhood Centre partially captures the Neighbourhood Park and School
site, which define the two corners of the Prominent Intersection opposite to the
Mixed Use Area. They serve as civic and recreational anchors and activity nodes for
the Neighbourhood Centre.
3.1.4 The Neighbourhood Centre also includes a Mixed Use Area which serves as a "mini
Main Street" for North Village, with a range of small-scale retail and service uses.
Buildings provide a continuous streetwall with active ground floor uses. Above the
ground floor, the buildings may contain residential or non-residential uses up to a
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height of six (6) storeys.
3.1.5 Surrounding the Mixed Use Area, the Medium Density Residential area provides a
transition in scale and activity, with a mix of residential buildings up to six (6) storeys
in height, small-scale institutional uses such as long-term care, and street -oriented
live -work units.
3.2 Gateway and Prominent Intersections
3.2.1 Gateways are key locations that are to be designed to serve as landmarks
highlighting arrival into the Municipality or a transition from the rural to urban area.
Gateways shall be located at:
a. Road 17 and Concession Road 3; and,
b. Street B and Arthur Street.
3.2.2 Gateways will celebrate the entrance to the neighbourhood through enhanced
architectural and landscaped features that create a sense of arrival, including:
a. Public art and murals;
b. Signage;
c. Hardscaping for pop-up markets and display events.
3.2.3 Prominent intersections are intersections that function as community focal points,
where there is a cluster of civic uses and where built form and special architectural
and landscaping elements serve to emphasize the significance of the intersection.
3.2.4 Prominent intersections are located at:
a. Regional Road 17 and Street A;
b. Street A and Street B.
3.3 Residential Areas
3.3.1 Residential areas make up the majority of the Secondary Plan Area and include the
Low Density Residential and Medium Density Residential designations and will be
implemented in general accordance with Schedule A.
3.3.2 Residential areas will be designed as accessible and pedestrian -oriented and will
include a mix of primarily ground -related housing forms. In addition to housing,
residential areas will contain parks and schools.
3.3.3 Other compatible uses, including small-scale service and neighbourhood retail
commercial uses and home -based occupations are also permitted.
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3.4 Parks and Open Space
3.4.1 The parks and open space system includes neighbourhood parks, parkettes, a
public square, multi -use paths (MUPs) and mid -block connections. The parks
system will be implemented generally as illustrated on Schedule A. Parks are
located throughout the community so that all residential units are within a short walk
of an open space. This encourages daily physical activity and provides gathering
space in each quadrant of the neighbourhood.
3.4.2 A neighbourhood park is planned adjacent to the school site to provide for co -
located and expanded recreational programs that can be used by residents after
school hours.
3.4.3 Mid -block connections and MUPs provide additional travel routes through the
neighbourhood for active transportation.
3.5 Schools
3.5.1 An Elementary school is been located central to the North Village Neighbourhood to
support walkability. It is within the Neighbourhood Centre and adjacent to a
neighbourhood park to create an activity node, and to provide opportunities for the
sharing of facilities.
4 The Environment and Sustainability
4.1 Objectives
Built form plays a role in creating a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable community.
Communities, neighbourhoods, and new buildings will be designed with a focus on reducing
waste, and conserving water and energy. Buildings are one of the largest contributors to
greenhouse gas emissions, and the activities of daily life exert high demands on energy,
water, and waste systems. This Plan focuses on mitigating negative impacts and establishes
the framework for a low -carbon, resilient community.
4.2 Sustainable Design and Climate Change
4.2.1 The Municipality's array of planning tools, including this Plan, the associated Urban
Design & Sustainability Guidelines, as well as the Priority Green Development
Program, will ensure development proposals meet increasingly rigorous standards
of energy and water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions. The Municipality
may consider the use of a Community Benefits By-law and other financial incentive
programs to assist with the achievement of sustainability objectives.
4.2.2 Development proposals should:
a. Demonstrate best practices in green building technologies, use of renewable
and alternative energy sources, and employ other sustainable design
measures to contribute to the achievement of the Region of Durham's
greenhouse gas emissions target of 80% below 2007 levels by 2050.
b. Where feasible, utilize materials from sustainable sources for construction and
infrastructure projects, and account for positive and negative life -cycle
impacts of materials when assessing their contribution.
c. Consider the climate risks and implement where feasible the primary
adaptation measures outlined in the most recent version of the Durham
Region Climate Resilience Standard for New Houses.
d. Utilize street alignments, building placement, and fagade design to maximize
potential for passive and active solar energy capture.
e. Support the use of electric vehicles through the provision of charging
infrastructure in the Mixed Use Neighbourhood Centre and in on -street
parking areas near parks. Engagement with utility companies early in the
planning process is strongly encouraged.
4.2.3 In multi -unit residential, townhomes, and non-residential with shared common onsite
parking spaces, provide at least 20% of parking spaces with electrical vehicle
charging stations. All remaining spaces will be designed to enable future charging
station installation.
4.2.4 Implement the primary measures for basement flood protection, extreme wind
protection, and extreme heat protection from the most recent version of the Durham
Region Climate Resilience Standard for New Houses.
4.3 Water Conservation and Management
4.3.1 Prioritize development proposals that include water efficient building design and
practices in all new building, including measures such as ultra -low flow fixtures, dual
flush toilets, and rainwater harvesting.
4.3.2 Implement xeriscaping using native, drought -tolerant plants as a cost-effective
landscape method to conserve water on a residential and community wide level.
4.3.3 Buildings are encouraged to collect rainwater for reuse in the building and/or for
irrigation.
4.4 Energy Generation and Conservation
4.4.1 Integrate energy conservation strategies into development proposals that maximize
energy performance and conservation in infrastructure design.
4.4.2 Incorporate energy -saving measures in buildings such as window shading, daylight
design, daylight sensors, heat recovery ventilation, high -efficiency mechanical
equipment, and energy efficient appliances and lighting.
4.4.3 Window shading or canopy systems are encouraged to reduce glass reflections and
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save on cooling loads in the summer.
4.4.4 Buildings should be designed and constructed to achieve all mandatory measures of
the most current version of ENERGY STAR for New Homes.
4.4.5 Public realm light fixtures should be LED, pedestrian -scaled, and conform with the
Municipality's lighting standards.
4.4.6 The following can be used to mitigate heat island effects:
a. Green roof and cool roof strategies that use high albedo materials to reduce
heat gain;
b. The strategic use of deciduous trees to help with evapotranspiration and
shading of sidewalks and hard surface areas in summer
c. Solar access in winter; and,
d. Light-coloured paving materials with an initial solar reflectance of at least 0.33
at installation or a solar reflectance index of at least 29.
4.4.7 Encourage the use of renewable energy sources for building's energy, heat, and
cooling needs.
4.4.8 Buildings should be designed for solar readiness by accommodating connections to
solar PV or solar thermal connections to solar PV or solar thermal technologies.
4.4.9 Alternative energy systems and renewable energy systems are permitted and
encouraged in accordance with Provincial and Federal requirements.
4.5 Urban Forest and Native Plantings
4.5.1 Together, new development and public realm improvements shall establish an urban
tree canopy throughout the Secondary Plan Area to minimize the heat island effect,
provide for shade and wind cover, and contribute to a green and attractive
environment.
4.5.2 New development and public realm improvements are required to use native plant
species wherever possible, particularly along rights -of -way and pedestrian trails.
4.5.3 All private development shall be supported by landscape plans which demonstrate
how the development will contribute to the urban forest, improve the health and
diversity of the natural environment, support other local plant and animal species,
and further enhance the connectivity of the built environment to natural heritage
features and hydrologically sensitive features.
4.5.4 A diversity of tree species shall be planted in parks and along rights -of -way to
provide a healthy and more robust tree inventory that is less prone to insects and
diseases. The selection of tree species within the Secondary Plan Area will
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contribute the Municipality's species diversity objectives.
4.5.5 Where trees and shrubs are destroyed or harvested pre -maturely prior to proper
study and approval, compensation will be calculated at a 3:1 ratio.
4.6 Local Food Production
4.6.1 Incorporate community gardens, rooftop gardens, and spaces that support farmers
markets in appropriate locations to contribute to the accessibility of locally grown
produce in urban areas.
4.6.2 Programs and spaces for community gardening should be provided as part of new
development.
5 Creating Vibrant Urban Places
5.1 Objectives
This Plan seeks to create a great place for people to live and call home, which can be
realized in part through high -quality and integrated urban design. This section includes
policies to guide the design of the public and private realm, in order to promote and enhance
livability, cohesion and physical appeal of the North Village Community. The Plan seeks to
create a network of fine-grained connectivity between all parts of the Secondary Plan area
and provide good transition between areas of different development intensity and uses.
5.2 General Policies
5.2.1 The Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines that accompany this Plan are to be
used as guidance in the interpretation and implementation of this Plan's policies.
5.2.2 Development proposals will contribute to a high -quality public realm which is safe,
comfortable, visually -pleasing and animated, supports active transportation and
social interaction, and contributes to the distinct character of North Village.
5.2.3 Buildings will be oriented to address adjacent streets and public spaces with doors
and windows, contributing to a pedestrian -oriented environment.
5.3 Placemaking and the Public Realm
5.3.1 Incorporate public art into the public realm, especially at Gateways and Prominent
Intersections, to contribute to the neighbourhood's sense of identity.
5.3.2 Enhance the experience of the community within its natural setting by providing off -
road connections to parks and the Neighbourhood Centre and a dense tree canopy
along public streets.
5.3.3 Buildings should animate the frontage or flankage of streets. Mid -block connections
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and public spaces will achieve animation and passive surveillance, through the
location of building entrances and outdoor amenity areas, street facing windows,
and the provision of street furniture and recreational amenities.
5.3.4 The primary orientation of buildings and the location of main pedestrian entrances
will be on a public street. Reverse frontage development generally is not permitted
within the Plan area. In cases where a lot has dual frontages, both will be treated as
active frontages and buildings will have entrances from both.
5.4 Gateways and Prominent Intersections
5.4.1 Gateways and Prominent Intersections are identified on Schedule A. Gateways are
points of arrival and entry to Clarington and include features such as landscaping,
public art, high -quality architecture and landscaping. Gateways are designed in
accordance with the Clarington Official Plan's policies on Gateways.
5.4.2 The Gateway at Concession Road 3 and Regional Road 17 will serve as the
threshold into Newcastle for cars exiting Highway 35/115. The Gateway at Arthur
Street and Street A will be secondary in nature, and its treatment may evolve over
the long-term as lands east of Arthur Street are added to the urban area of
Newcastle.
5.4.3 Prominent Intersections serve as community focal points, both visually in terms of
building height, massing and orientation, architectural treatment and materials, and
landscaping, and functionally in terms of destination uses, public spaces and
amenities.
5.4.4 Prominent Intersections are part of the Neighbourhood Centre and anchor the
enhanced streetscape along Streets A and B. The enhanced streetscape should
include a wide spectrum of elements such as generous sidewalks, special paving,
street furniture, stroller and bike parking, additional street tree planning and
intersection bump outs, among others.
5.4.5 The Prominent Intersection at the intersection of Street A and B is the terminus of
the Mixed Use Area where it meets important civic functions, notably the school and
parks. Unique building materials, architectural treatments, and special landscaping
will differentiate this area from its surroundings. A hardscaped plaza will provide
programmable space for community events.
5.4.6 The Prominent Intersection at Street A and Regional Road 17 marks the entry into
the Neighbourhood Centre, and is the main point of connection between the west
and east sides of the Neighbourhood. The intersection design will highlight the multi -
modal nature of the intersection and invite passersby into the Neighbourhood
Centre.
5.4.7 For both Gateways and Prominent Intersections, buildings should respond to their
prominent location, framing and orienting views towards adjacent streets to signify
points of entry and exit. Streetscape design elements within the public right-of-way
should be coordinated with and enhance private development sites adjacent to the
gateway location, to create a distinctive identity.
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5.5 Building Siting and Design
5.5.1 Site buildings to avoid front -to -back and/or overlook conditions. Where this cannot
be achieved, impacts should be minimized with appropriate screening through
architectural or landscape treatment.
5.5.2 Use variation in building typology, architectural detailing and massing to create
visually interesting streetscapes.
5.5.3 Air conditioning units, utility metres and similar features should not be visible from
the public realm (street/sidewalk) and should be well integrated into a building
massing, recessed and screened.
5.6 Neighbourhood Centre
5.6.1 The urban design policies in this section pertain to lands within the Neighbourhood
Centre as designated on Schedule A.
5.6.2 The Neighbourhood Centre has a Mixed Use, Main Street spine. Development will
frame the street with a consistent street wall and active frontages.
5.6.3 The "four corners" of the intersection of Street A and Street B will be animated with
public uses further identified through the Prominent Intersection policies of Section
5.3.
5.6.4 The streetscape in the Neighbourhood Centre will express and support its function
as the heart of the neighbourhood and focal point for the community and will
incorporate street trees and other landscaping. The public realm will support a high
level of pedestrian activity and local businesses located within it.
5.6.5 The Neighbourhood Centre will include a public square as per the policies of
Clarington's Official Plan. It will provide patio and retail spill -out space for adjacent
commercial uses, and be programmable for community events such as fairs or
markets.
5.6.6 Within the Neighbourhood Centre, buildings will generally be located at the lot line to
frame the street. Commercial uses in the Mixed Use area will have active frontages
along Street A and Street B.
5.6.7 In the Neighbourhood Centre, continuous, small-scale commercial uses will be
provided at the ground level and will:
a. Be expressed as narrow shopfronts oriented to the sidewalks on Street A and
Street B, as well as any publicly accessible open spaces, including the public
square and mid -block connections;
b. Have a ground floor height of no less than 4.5 metres, as measured from
floor -to -floor; and
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c. Include the primary entrance to the shops and restaurants, and large display
windows with a high degree of transparency.
5.7 Public Square
5.7.1 The public square should be located to maximize its sun exposure, which is
generally in the south end of the Neighbourhood Centre.
5.7.2 The public square within the Neighbourhood Centre will be designed to:
a. Optimize its location and design to maximize its prominence and enhance
views to public streets or utilize mid -block connections to connect with the
street network;
b. Provide adjacent commercial uses with continuous weather protection and
opportunities for spill out activities and patios.
c. Accommodate daily use in all seasons as well as occasional gatherings and
events, such as markets;
d. Have two or more of its edges defined by buildings and one or more edge
open to Street A;
e. Utilize high -quality materials, pedestrian -scale Dark Sky Friendly lighting, and
other furnishings as well as significant public art installation.
f. Provide a variety of pedestrian traffic generators such as cultural or
institutional uses, retail, and residential surrounding the public square to
promote vibrancy in all seasons.
g. Provide retail uses at ground level facing the public square, with a preference
for restaurants and cafes.
h. Ensure ground floor facades facing the public square are more than 75%
glazing.
Provide pedestrian amenities such as seating areas, tables, water features,
kiosks, public art, public restrooms and trees for shade.
5.7.3 It is expected that the public square will be a privately -owned but publicly accessible
space.
5.7.4 Enhance the visual and physical connectivity between the public square and other
open spaces and public destinations, through streetscape continuity, pedestrian
connections and orienting landmarks such as clock towers or public art.
5.8 Parking, Loading and Mechanical Structures
5.8.1 Locate parking and loading facilities at the side or rear of buildings, to promote an
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attractive public realm and encourage pedestrian activity.
5.8.2 Street parking should be provided along Street A and Street B, including an
adequate number of accessible parking spaces to facilitate access for individuals
with mobility challenges.
5.8.3 Parking will generally be screened from view of the public realm. This may take the
form of parking accessed through rear laneways in Medium Density and mixed -use
areas, or parking in garages for low -density residential areas. The visual impact of
garages in low -density residential areas will be further reduced by:
a. Providing parking access areas at the side or rear of dwellings, where
feasible;
b. Recessing garages located at the front of the building facing a street;
c. Limiting pavement with driveways that do not exceed the width of the garage;
and,
d. Minimizing the garages' appearance and area on a building fagade so that
windows, doors, and active elements of a residential building's fagade take
visual primacy.
5.8.4 Parking that is accessed from a rear lane will include an attractive and safe rear lane
streetscape, including Dark Sky Friendly lighting, barrier -free access, functional
drainage, and where feasible landscape improvements and tree planting.
5.8.5 Minimize the visual impact of off-street parking areas by:
a. Establishing joint access to parking lots on adjoining properties where
feasible; and
b. Using hard and soft landscaping within the parking area and where
appropriate providing a visual buffer between parking areas and adjacent
residential properties.
5.8.6 On -site parking requirements for specific non-residential
development/redevelopment proposals in the Neighbourhood Centre may be
satisfied, at the discretion of Municipal Staff, through communal, municipal or
privately -owned parking areas located off -site in the Neighbourhood Centre.
Provision of cash -in -lieu of parking may be required in accordance with the Planning
Act.
5.8.7 Screen rooftop mechanical structures and fixtures, including, without limitation
satellite dishes and communications antenna, and where feasible integrate within the
design of the building. Parapets may be utilized to accommodate such screening.
5.8.8 Loading, servicing and other functional elements are encouraged to be integrated
within the building envelope. Where this is not possible, these elements shall not be
located adjacent to public spaces and shall be screened from view to avoid visual
impact to the public realm or surrounding residential areas.
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6 Encouraging Housing Diversity
6.1 Objectives
This Plan seeks to create a welcoming and accessible community for everyone. Housing and the
types of housing available play a critical role in ensuring a community is accessible and affordable.
The policies described below will ensure a future housing stock that is diverse in tenure, affordability,
and size, in order to accommodate individuals and families at all stages of life.
6.2 General Policies
6.2.1 Provide a variety of housing forms, sizes and tenures in North Village that allow for
various household sizes and incomes, including purpose-built rental and seniors
housing.
6.2.2 Prioritize affordable housing, including subsidized non -market housing units, that are
integrated within neighbourhoods and combined in market housing developments to
provide opportunities for a range of housing tenures and prices.
6.2.3 Support ageing in place by encouraging a range of accessible housing, including
seniors housing, that can meet the needs of North Village residents during all
phases of life.
6.2.4 A range of unit sizes including those suitable for larger households are encouraged
within apartment and multi -unit buildings.
6.2.5 All development proposals should incorporate barrier -free, universal or flex design
features in both common and living areas.
6.2.6 One accessory apartment is permitted within a detached, semi-detached, or
townhouse dwelling, and one accessory apartment is permitted within a detached
accessory structure subject to the provisions of the zoning by-law and other relevant
regulations.
6.2.7 Residential development should include Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ready
design so that the owner can add an ADU, such as a basement suite.
6.2.8 To facilitate the development of affordable housing units within the Plan area and in
the Municipality, in accordance with Section 6.1.7, the Landowners Group in the
Secondary Plan Area will provide either land or a contribution of funds to the
Municipality, in accordance with Section 6.1.8, for the development of affordable,
public or non-profit housing in the community.
6.2.9 The land to be conveyed as provided in Section 6.1.6 will be approximately 1.5
hectares in size, vacant, designated for residential development, be fully serviced
and gratuitously conveyed free and clear of encumbrances. Conveyance will occur
before the approval of the first plan of subdivision within the Secondary Plan area.
6.2.10 The contribution of funds as provided in Policy 6.1.7 will be through a contribution
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agreement to be negotiated between the Municipality and the Landowners Group.
50 % of the funds will be paid at the time of signing the agreement, and the remaining
50% at the first building permit.
6.2.11 The Municipality will collaborate with public and non-profit housing providers to
encourage a supply of subsidized non -market housing units within the Plan area.
6.2.12 In providing affordable housing, including subsidized non -market housing units,
within North Village, effort will be made to integrate this housing with market
housing.
7 Mobility and Streets
7.1 Objectives
North Village will be an accessible and inter -connected community where all road users can
move around freely and safely. The policies described below establish a pattern of roads,
laneways, multi -use paths, and cycle tracks that support safety and efficiency for all road
users and is well integrated into the broader community and meet the objectives of the
Clarington Official Plan and Durham Region.
7.2 Transportation Network
7.2.1 The Transportation Network, including Arterial and Collector Roads and a few key
local roads will be provided generally as indicated on Schedule A.
7.2.2 The road network includes the following types of roads:
a. Arterial Roads: Arterial Roads are higher -order roadways designed to
efficiently move large volumes of traffic at moderate to high speeds over long
distances. These generally serve as perimeter roads around large
development areas. Arterial Roads may be under the jurisdiction of the
Region of Durham or the Municipality.
b. Collector Roads: Collector Roads are under Municipal jurisdiction. They
provide for key linkages between local roads and Arterial Roads and carry
moderate amounts of traffic.
c. Local Roads: local roads carry lower volumes of vehicular traffic and are
under Municipal jurisdiction.
d. Rear Lanes: laneways provide access to private garages, parking spaces, and
loading and servicing areas at the rear of buildings (such as an apartment or
mixed -use building. Laneways maybe under Municipal jurisdiction or privately
owned.
7.2.3 Design all roads to connect with the existing road network to create a fine-grained
grid pattern that defines development blocks, supports active transportation, and
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maximizes access to future transit.
7.2.4 Arterial Roads that interface with rural lands outside of the urban boundary will be
designed to accommodate farm vehicles as well as urban traffic.
7.2.5 Built form should be designed to address all roads, including the Arterial Roads
(Regional Road 17, Concession Road 3 and Arthur Street); however, new direct
vehicular access from individual properties to Arterial Roads is not permitted.
7.2.6 The Region of Durham is encouraged to connect regional transit and provide levels
of service that make transit a viable and attractive mode of transportation.
7.2.7 Regional Road 17 will be re -aligned generally in accordance with Schedule A and in
conformity with the outcomes of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment.
Changes to the alignments which the Municipality determines are in keeping with the
intent of this Plan will not require an amendment to this Plan.
7.2.8 Design roads as complete streets to ensure that all modes of mobility can use them
in a safe and comfortable manner: motorists, transit users, cyclists, pedestrians and
people who are differently abled. Prioritize active modes of transportation and the
needs of the most vulnerable users.
7.2.9 Promote the safety and visibility of vulnerable road users through the use of street
lighting, crosswalks, and speed control measures such as speed humps and
intersection bump -outs, particularly around neighbourhood destinations such as
parks, the school, and the Neighbourhood Centre.
7.2.10 . Create environments which are safe, inviting, comfortable and visually -pleasing
and consistent with the requirements set forth in the Urban Design Guidelines for
North Village to ensure streets are designed as important public places.
7.2.11 Design Arterial, Collector and local roads to include a vibrant and healthy tree
canopy.
7.2.12 Incorporate green infrastructure, such as perforated pipes, rain gardens and
bioswales on public rights -of -way.
7.2.13 Additional land conveyance may be required to permit development adjacent to
roads.
7.2.14 Improvements to Concession Road 3, Highway 35/115, and Arthur Street will meet
the planning, engineering, design, and approval requirements of the Road owner,
and be designed in accordance with the Clarington Official Plan and this Plan
including the Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines.
7.2.15 Local roads are generally not permitted to connect directly to Arterial Roads, such as
Regional Road 17. This plan does support limited connections in order to avoid
terminating local streets with cul-de-sacs and support more points of access for
emergency service vehicles. Such a connection must be supported by a traffic study
prepared to the satisfaction of municipal staff. That connection will have limited turn
movements, such as right -in, right -out only.
7.2.16 Roads are to be designed in conformity with the Table below:
M
.-
-
-.
--
--II 7,
IM
Standard
plus MUP
M
Clarington
30-36 m
*
30-36 m
Arthur)
26-30 m 23-26 m
17-23 m
17-23 m
8.5 m
Official
Plan ROW
(OP Table
C-2)
Proposed
30 m*
30 m*
26-30 m
23 m
20 m
23 m
8.5 m
ROW
Proposed
10.5-12.0
10.5-12.0 m
10.5 m
=11 m
8.5 m
8.5 m
6.0 m
Road
m
(road
Space
centreline
not centred
in ROW
due to
MUP)
Number of
Two plus
Two plus
Two plus
Two plus
Two plus
Two plus
Two
Lanes
continuous
continuous
continuous
two on-
one on-
one on -
left turn
left turn lane
left turn
street
street
street
lane
lane
parking
parking
parking
Parking
No
No
No
Two sides
One side
One side
No
Cycling
One
One
One
Two
Two
One
No
and
sidewalk
sidewalk
sidewalk
sidewalks,
sidewalks
sidewalk
Walking
and one
and one
and one
cycling
where the
and one
MUP
MUP
MUP
route on-
local road
MUP
street
connects to
a park or
other
neighbourh
ood
destination;
otherwise
one is
permitted
Transit
Desired
Desired
Desired
Desired
Typically
Typically
No
Service
spine route
spine route
spine route
local route
not
not
Notes
(*)
(*)
MUP
No
20m
20m
Clarington
Configurati
Configuratio
provides
Standard
Standard
Standard
working
on to be
n to be
continuity
drawing,
drawing
drawing
on a new
confirmed
confirmed
with CR 3
but
has one
has one
standard
through
through
MUP, and
consistent
sidewalk,
sidewalk,
drawing
ongoing
ongoing
is also
with OP
but OP
but OP
for rear
RR17 EA
RR17 EA
consistent
Table C-2
Table C-2
Table C-2
laneways
with
encourages
encourage
Clarington
two
s two
TMP
sidewalks
sidewalks
identifying
a facility
Table 1: North Village road design standards
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7.3 Roads
7.3.1 The road network includes Arterial, Collector and Local roads and will be
implemented to generally align with the road locations as shown on Schedule A.
Only key Local roads have been identified on Schedule A, additional Local roads will
be implemented following the policies of this Plan.
7.3.2 The road network will follow a modified grid pattern to ensure a permeable and
connected system of roads that allow for direct routes of travel into, through and out
of the neighbourhood.
7.3.3 The local road network will connect to local roads in the surrounding area, in
particular the north -south local roads in the approved subdivisions to the south, as
delineated on Schedule A. In addition, a conceptual local road pattern is identified
on the Demonstration Plan as part of the Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines.
7.3.4 A few key Local roads are included on Schedule A that form key connections within
the Plan area. Additional Local roads will be provided to achieve an interconnected
street layout with multiple route options to Arterial and Collector Roads, prioritizing
connectivity and permeability.
7.3.5 Local roads will be designed to accommodate on -street parking and landscaping.
7.4 Arterial Roads
7.4.1 Arterial Roads will be improved in accordance with Durham Region and Clarington
requirements, as appropriate, and the policies of the Clarington Official Plan,
including the Arterial Road design criteria.
7.4.2 Regional Road 17 is classified as a Type B Arterial Road according to the Clarington
Official Plan, and must have a Right -of -Way width of 30-36 metres.
7.4.3 Type B Arterial roads should have a double row of trees on both sides to give shade
for pedestrians and cyclists and create a green corridor. Planting boulevards, with a
minimum width of 2 metres, should be provided to facilitate street trees and
landscaping on both sides of Arterial Roads.
7.4.4 Lands within North Village may not develop until the alignment of Regional Road 17
is finalized and any required lands are conveyed to the Municipality or the Region of
Durham.
7.4.5 No direct vehicular access to Arterial Roads will be provided for individual
development proposals. Signalized intersections will be installed where approved by
the Region of Durham.
7.4.6 Intersection spacing on Arterial Roads is limited in accordance with Durham Region
guidelines and the policies of the Clarington Official Plan.
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7.4.7 Regional Road 17 will have a 3 metre multi -use path on its east side and a sidewalk
with a minimum width of 2 metres on the west side. Additional tree plantings and
vegetated berms will be incorporated into the road allowance or in adjacent areas.
7.4.8 Concession Road 3 is classified under the Official Plan as an Arterial B and Arterial
C. Once Regional Road 17 is realigned, its classification will be updated so that the
transition between Arterial B and C occurs at the new re -aligned intersection of
Regional Road 17 and Concession Road 3.
7.5 Collector Roads
7.5.1 Design Collector Roads in accordance with the Clarington Official Plan and the
following standards:
a. Provide a right-of-way width of 23 metres;
b. Provide a minimum of two through lanes (one per direction) and the road may
include an auxiliary turning lane at junctions and intersections where required;
c. Provide a clearly marked, separated, on -street bicycle lane on Collector
Roads on one side of the road;
d. Landscaping and tree plantings are required within the right-of-way;
e. Provide a sidewalk on one side of the right-of-way set back from the curb or
otherwise buffered from active lanes of traffic;
Provide appropriate lighting to contribute to the safe function of the roadway
as well as the safe and appropriate lighting of the pedestrian realm.
g. Lighting should be downcast to reduce light pollution.
h. Incorporate traffic -calming measures where appropriate to reduce speeds and
improve safety.
7.5.2 Within the Neighbourhood Centre, Collector Roads will include street parking and
limit curb cuts to no more than one per block.
7.6 Local Roads
7.6.1 Local Roads should have a right-of-way width of 20 metres.
7.6.2 A conceptual Local road pattern is identified on the Demonstration Plan as part of
the Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines for illustration purposes.
7.6.3 Two important local roads that connect to the approved subdivision to the south will
be provided generally as delineated on Schedule A. In addition, a fine-grain pattern
of local roads will be established following a modified grid pattern that prioritizes
connectivity, permeability, especially for active transportation modes.
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7.6.4 Cul-de-sacs are discouraged.
7.6.5 Design local roads to incorporate passive and physical traffic calming measures to
reduce speeds and improve safety. Traffic calming measures include road width
reductions, bump outs, special paving crosswalk treatments, and raised roadbeds.
7.6.6 Planting boulevards with a minimum width of 2.0 metres, should be provided to
facilitate street trees on both sides of Local Roads.
7.6.7 Local roads that lead to a community destination such as a park or the
Neighbourhood Centre shall have sidewalks on both sides of the street. Otherwise,
local roads shall have sidewalks on at least one side of the street.
7.6.8 Where necessary, local roads may be window streets adjacent Arterial roads.
Window streets may have a reduced right-of-way subject to Municipal standards.
They shall provide sidewalk connections to the Arterial sidewalks or multi -use paths.
7.7 Rear Lanes
7.7.1 In the low density land use designation, only public laneways are permitted. Private
laneways are permitted in the Medium Density designation only.
7.7.2 Laneways should be considered adjacent to Arterial Roads and Public Parks within
the medium density land use category, in order to provide a street -oriented built form
presence with a continuous rhythm of building frontages and front yard landscaping,
while eliminating the need for front yard driveways.
7.7.3 Laneways should have a minimum right-of-way width of 8.5 metres.
7.7.4 Public utilities may be located within public laneways subject to functional and design
standards established by the Municipality.
7.7.5 Lanes are designed to accommodate access to garage structures at the rear of a
residential lot. They may be considered where it is either not desirable or possible to
have driveways and garages fronting directly onto a road.
7.8 Mid -Block Connections
7.8.1 Mid -block connections should be no less than 4.5 metres wide and provide barrier -
free pedestrian access.
7.8.2 Mid -block connections should be easy to find, clearly visible, safe and have direct
connections to public sidewalks.
7.8.3 Mid -block connections should have adequate lighting from adjacent streets or from
within the mid -block connection to enhance safety and visibility, without causing
adverse impacts on adjacent residential uses.
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7.9 Active Transportation
7.9.1 The active transportation network includes both on- and off-street facilities including
multi -use paths, sidewalks, cycle tracks and on -street bicycle lanes to accommodate
all abilities, and facilitate all self -powered forms of mobility and provide alternatives
to automobile transportation. The active transportation network will connect to parks,
schools, and the Neighbourhood Centre.
7.9.2 The active transportation network in North Village integrates with the Municipality's
Active Transportation Network and connects residents of North Village to other
destinations in Newcastle and throughout Clarington.
7.9.3 Mid -block connections will be established throughout the Plan area to increase
porosity and travel routes by active means; support increased network connectivity;
provide relief from continuous facades; and, to establish prominent secondary view
corridors connecting Arterial or Collector Roads.
7.9.4 Introduce publicly -accessible mid -block connections in Mixed Use and Medium
Density residential blocks to provide non -motorized access to Arterial Roads and in
proximity to the Neighbourhood Centre.
7.9.5 Minimize conflicts with other modes of transportation through signage, appropriate
grades, paved surface, surfacing width and delineation of rights -of -way, and well -
designed transitions where facilities merge with roads.
7.9.6 Pedestrian walkways should be provided along the full length of apartment, mixed
use and commercial buildings, including residential lobby, residential apartment,
storefront or restaurant entrances, and along any facade abutting parking areas.
7.9.7 Internal pedestrian walkways should be distinguished from driving surfaces through
the use of landscaping, concrete or special paving to enhance pedestrian safety and
the attractiveness of the walkway.
7.9.8 The multi -use path shown on Schedule A is located adjacent to the required buffer
for Highway 35/115. It provides for a future north -south off-street connection that
can be extended through the redevelopment of adjacent lands.
7.9.9 Design Multi -Use Path's to have:
a. A minimum width of 3 metres;
b. A row of trees provided along both sides of the MUP, with minimum 2-metre-
wide planting beds;
c. Traffic calming measures, including road width reductions, bump outs, special
paving crosswalk treatments, and raised roadbeds may be considered at key
locations.
7.9.10 The implementation of on -street cycling facilities will to be determined at the plan of
subdivision stage.
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7.10 Public Transit
7.10.1 Public transit will play a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as well as
facilitating active transportation choices and healthy lifestyles in North Village.
7.10.2 Future public transit routes will generally follow the Collector and Arterial Road
network as illustrated on Schedule A. Therefore, the delineation of local roads will
facilitate easy and convenient connections to these streets.
7.10.3 Coordinate the location and design of transit stops with Durham Region Transit, and
incorporate appropriate amenities including, without limitation:
a. transit shelters;
b. seating;
c. tactile paving;
d. bike racks;
e. and lighting.
7.10.4 Transit stops and bus routes will be located to optimize pedestrian access to as
many residences, employment locations, schools, shopping and public facilities in
the area as possible.
7.10.5 Locate transit stops as close to intersections as possible, to minimize walking
distances and to implement the service standards set out by Durham Region
Transit.
8 Parks and Community Facilities
8.1 Objectives
The parks and community facilities within the Plan area contribute to the livability of the
neighbourhood and promote connection, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability.
Parks and community facilities within North Village will serve as places for gathering, civic
engagement, and physical activity. As described in the policies below, they will be linked and
interconnected, offering alternative routes around the community through walking or cycling.
The location of parks and community facilities will promote the co -location of uses, to
facilitate safe and convenient access for all users.
8.2 Parks
8.2.1 Dedication of lands for neighbourhood parks and parkettes is in accordance with the
Clarington Official Plan. Areas conveyed for parkland purposes will be of a size and
shape that they can be programmed with activities, such as recreation fields and
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play areas among others.
8.2.2 The parks system in North Village consists of neighbourhood parks and parkettes
which are shown on Schedule A. The precise size and location of these spaces be
determined at the time of development review and approval, based on the parkland
provision requirements of the Clarington Official Plan; however, they will be provided
generally in accordance with the locations and size shown on Schedule A.
8.2.3 Neighbourhood parks are to be provided in the first phase of development. They are
between 1.5 and 3 hectares in size and provide a variety of amenities, including
sports fields. The planned school site is adjacent to a Neighbourhood Park to
provide areas of shared amenity.
8.2.4 Where the Neighbourhood Park is adjacent to the mixed use Neighbourhood
Centre, the function and design should be complementary and supportive.
8.2.5 The Neighbourhood Park is planned to be contiguous to the school block to allow for
opportunities for the shared use of facilities.
8.2.6 Parkettes are intended to augment the recreation, leisure and amenity needs of a
neighbourhood but will not contain sports fields. They are to be between 0.5 ha and
1 ha in size. Parkettes support passive recreation activities, additional green space
and habitat for plants and wildlife.
8.2.7 Parks must have a frontage to at least one public street. Conditions where other
land uses, such as residential or commercial, directly back onto a park will generally
be minimized. Where other uses do abut parks, they should provide an active
frontage to the park with windows, doors and not back onto it.
8.3 Privately Owned Publicly -Accessible Spaces
8.3.1 In addition to the publicly owned lands that form the parks designation, development
is encouraged to include privately -owned publicly -accessible spaces that contribute
to the sense of place in the community and the quality of the urban environment.
8.3.2 Privately -owned publicly -accessible spaces can include public squares, plazas,
courtyards, walkways and passages, atriums, arcades and parklike spaces. They
contribute to the urban environment by creating spaces for social interaction, adding
to visual interest, improving mid -block permeability and complementing adjacent
land uses.
8.3.3 Public access to privately owned publicly -accessible spaces will be secured through
the development approval process.
8.4 Elementary School
8.4.1 The location of a school site is shown symbolically on Schedule A and will be further
delineated through the draft plan of subdivision process. School sites will be
developed in accordance with the relevant policies of the Clarington Official Plan.
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8.4.2 In the event that all or part of a school site should not be required by a School
Board, the Municipality of Clarington would be given the first opportunity to purchase
all or part of the school site.
8.4.3 The co -location of elementary schools with day care centres and community centres
is encouraged, and the school site will be designed to facilitate Neighbourhood Park
joint use potential.
8.4.4 The siting and design of the school should evoke a prominent civic presence that
will reinforce its strategic location at a Prominent Intersection and contribute to the
Neighbourhood Centre overall as an architectural landmark, that can serve as an
orienting device and opportunity for distinct placemaking.
9 Land Use
9.1 Objectives
The land use policies below seek to ensure that North Village develops in a manner that is
consistent with the overarching vision of the community. The policies support a community
with an appropriate mix of uses, heights, and densities. The land use pattern sets the
framework for growth that is in conformity with the Municipality of Clarington and the Durham
Region.
9.2 General Policies
9.2.1 The development of North Village will realize efficient and transit -supportive urban
densities by achieving a minimum of 50 people and jobs per gross hectare.
9.2.2 Development will adhere to the distribution of land uses as indicated in Schedule A.
Minor alterations that maintain the intent of this Plan's policies may occur without
amendment through the development approval process and in accordance with the
Clarington Official Plan.
9.2.3 This Plan includes the following land uses:
a. Mixed Use;
b. Medium Density Residential;
c. Low Density Residential;
d. Highway Commercial;
e. Neighbourhood Parks; and,
Parkettes.
g. Water Reservoir and Pumping Station
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9.2.4 Drive -through and service station facilities are not permitted, except for in the
Highway Commercial land use designation.
9.2.5 Within residential areas, small-scale service and neighbourhood retail commercial
uses, which are supportive of and compatible with residential uses, are also
permitted in accordance with the Clarington Official Plan.
9.2.6 In residential areas, the following policies apply:
a. Locate the main entrance of dwelling units so they are visible and accessible
from the public street;
b. The maximum number of contiguously attached townhouses is seven;
c. Buildings on corner lots or abutting parks will have windows, materials and
architectural treatments consistent with the front elevation where sides or
flankage of buildings is visible;
d. Provide front or exterior side yard porches or amenity areas to create a
transition between public and private space and to animate the street;
e. Back lotting onto Arterial and Collector Roads is not permitted.
9.2.7 Landscaping with native and drought -tolerant species is encouraged, in the place of
turf lawns.
9.2.8 Direct vehicular access from the Arterial Road is not permitted. For residential uses
adjacent to Arterial Roads, vehicle access will be provided from a rear lane or
adjacent local or collector street.
9.3 Mixed Use
9.3.1 Live -work units including small-scale offices and service uses are permitted.
Permitted uses include:
a. Personal aesthetic and wellness services;
b. Professional Services;
c. Artists and craftspeople studios.
9.3.2 Permitted dwelling types include:
a. Dwelling units within a mixed use building; and
b. Apartment buildings
9.3.3 The predominant use of lands in the Mixed -Use designation is street -oriented, low to
mid -rise buildings with neighbourhood -scale retail and service at grade, and
residential and/or non-residential uses above.
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9.3.4 Building heights will be a minimum of 2 storeys and a maximum of 6 storeys.
9.3.5 The Mixed Use designation is the commercial component of the Neighbourhood
Centre. It provides the opportunity for residents to meet some of their daily needs in
a short walk from their homes.
9.3.6 The Mixed Use designation allows for the greatest concentration of density and mix
of uses including commercial, institutional, recreational, and residential uses.
9.3.8 A minimum commercial gross floor area of 3,200 square metres, up to a maximum
of 4,200 square metres, will be provided within Mixed Use designated lands.
9.3.9 Single -use residential development will not be permitted in the Mixed Use
designation until a minimum commercial area of 3,252 square metres is constructed.
9.3.10 Development on lands designated Mixed Use will have a minimum net density of 40
units per net hectare.
9.4 Medium Density Residential
9.4.1 The predominant use of lands within the Medium Density Residential designation
are a mix of housing types and tenures in low and mid -rise building forms to achieve
a minimum net density of 40 units per net hectare.
9.4.2 Building heights will be a minimum of 2 storeys and a maximum of 4 storeys.
9.4.3 Permitted dwelling types include:
a. Apartment buildings; and,
b. townhouses.
9.4.4 Within the area identified as the Neighbourhood Centre on Schedule A, the following
additional permissions apply:
a. Building heights may be up to six (6) storeys;
b. Street -oriented live -work buildings are permitted;
c. Small-scale institutional uses are permitted.
9.5 Low Density Residential
9.5.1 The predominant use of lands within the Low Density Residential designation will be
a mix of housing types and tenures in low-rise building forms to achieve a minimum
net density of 19 units per net hectare.
9.5.2 Buildings within the Low Density Residential designation will not exceed 3 storeys in
height.
9.5.3 The following residential building types are permitted:
a. Detached dwellings;
b. Semi-detached dwellings;
c. Townhouses; and
d. Accessory apartments, as per the Clarington Official Plan.
9.5.4 Detached and semi-detached dwelling units account for the majority of the total
number of units in Low Density Residential designation, with a maximum of 20%
townhouses distributed throughout.
9.5.5 Where lands designated Low Density are adjacent to an Arterial Road, a
Neighbourhood Park or a Parkette, higher density building forms, such as semi-
detached houses and townhouses, are strongly encouraged.
9.5.6 Private streets and private lanes are not permitted within the Low Density Urban
Residential Designation.
10 Servicing
10.1 Objectives
All new development within the North Village Secondary Plan Area will be serviced by
municipal water and sewer services and storm water management facilities. Existing
development within the Secondary Plan Area shall, over time, also be connected to these
same services, as appropriate. This section of the Plan outlines how services are to be
provided to the Secondary Plan Area.
10.2 Municipal Services
10.2.1 New development will proceed based on the sequential extension of full municipal
services in accordance with the municipal capital works program.
10.2.2 Any Regional infrastructure required to support the development of the North Village
Neighbourhood is subject to the annual budget and business planning process.
10.2.3 The Municipality will work with the landowners and the Regional Municipality of
Durham to develop a plan for the phasing of extensions to the existing services. A
phasing plan will be prepared as part of a functional servicing report by development
proponents at the time an application for draft plan of subdivision is submitted.
10.2.4 Locate a Region of Durham Water Reservoir on the east side of North Village with
Driveway access off of Street B. It will be framed by the rear of the residential lots
and fenced to ensure the safety of water supply.
10.2.5 Development proponents and the Municipality will seek to incorporate infrastructure
and utilities in a manner that is sensitive to the quality of the public realm and reduce
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the impact of development on hydrologic and ecological systems.
10.3 Stormwater Management and Low Impact Development
10.3.1 Storm drainage for the Secondary Plan Area will be conveyed to Foster's Creek in
accordance with the provisions of a Functional Servicing Report.
10.3.2 In addition to the Stormwater Management Report, the submission of the following
plans and reports are required to determine the impact of stormwater
quality/quantity, erosion and water balance of the proposed development.
a. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan;
b. Servicing Plans;
c. Grading Plans;
d. Geotechnical reports;
e. Hydrogeologic reports; and
f. Other technical reports as deemed necessary.
10.3.3 The Stormwater Management Report and Plan identified in Policy 10.2.2 will apply a
range of stormwater management practices including Low Impact Development
techniques to ensure water quality control, baseflow management, water
temperature control and the protection of aquatic habitat. The Stormwater
Management Report and Plan explore and consider the feasibility of, and
opportunities to, implement such Low Impact Development measures as:
a. Permeable hardscaping;
b. Bioretention areas;
c. Exfiltration systems;
d. Bioswales and infiltration trenches;
e. Third pipe systems;
f. Vegetation filter strips;
g. Green roofs (multi -unit buildings);
h. Rainwater harvesting; and
i. Other potential measures.
10.3.4 Proposed stormwater management quality, quantity, erosion control and water
balance for ground water and natural systems will be assessed during the
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development approval process to determine the impact on the natural heritage
system and environmental features.
10.3.5 Stormwater management for all development will be undertaken on a volume control
basis and demonstrate the maintenance of recharge rates, flow paths and water
quality to the greatest extent possible. Peak flow control and the maintenance of pre -
development water balance will be demonstrated.
10.3.6 Development proposals will demonstrate the use of an adequate volume of
amended topsoil or equivalent system to improve surface porosity and permeability
over all turf and landscaped areas beyond 3 metres of a building foundation and
beyond tree protection areas.
10.4 Utilities
10.4.1 The Municipality will participate in discussions with utility providers such as
hydroelectric power, communications/telecommunications facilities and utilities,
broadband fibre optics, and natural gas to ensure that sufficient infrastructure is or
will be in place to serve the Secondary Plan Area.
10.4.2 The Municipality will promote utilities to be planned for and installed in common
trenches, where feasible, in a coordinated and integrated manner in order to be
more efficient, cost effective, and minimize disruption.
10.4.3 Telecommunications/communications utilities, electrical stations or sub -stations, mail
boxes or super mail boxes and similar facilities should be incorporated and built into
architectural and landscaping features, rather than being freestanding. Where
feasible, these will be compatible with the appearance of adjacent uses and include
anti -graffiti initiatives, and not be located in a municipally owned park.
10.5 Water Reservoir and Pumping Station
10.5.1 A Region of Durham facility is planned for the east side of the Plan Area, adjacent to
Arthur Street. The design of construction of the facility will be led by the Region of
Durham.
10.5.2 Along the north, west and south sides of the Water Reservoir and Pumping Station
Provide a visual buffer in the form of landscaping from residential uses.
11 Implementation and Interpretation
11.1 Implementation
11.1.1 The policies of this Plan will inform decisions related to development of the lands
within the North Village Secondary Plan Area. The policies of this Plan will be
implemented by exercising the powers conferred upon the Municipality by the
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Planning Act, the Municipal Act and any other applicable statues, and in accordance
with the applicable policies of the Clarington Official Plan.
11.1.2 A Zoning By-law will implement the policies of this Plan.
11.1.3 The Municipality will monitor the policies of this Plan as part of the regular Official
Plan review and propose updates as deemed necessary.
11.1.4 Inherent to this Plan is the principle of flexibility, provided that the general intent and
structure of the Plan are maintained to the satisfaction of the Municipality. As such, it
is the intent of the Municipality to permit some flexibility in accordance with the
Clarington Official Plan in the interpretation of the policies, regulations and
numerical requirements of this Plan except where this Plan is explicitly intended to
be prescriptive.
11.1.5 A Sustainability Report is required to be submitted along with any development
applications for lands in the Secondary Plan Area. The report should indicate how
the development meets the sustainable development principles and policies of this
Plan, the Clarington Official Plan, and the Priority Green Development Standards,
and should address sustainable community, site, and building design.
11.1.6 The Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines, including the Demonstration Plan, are
contained as an appendix to this Plan.
11.1.7 The Urban Design & Sustainability Guidelines provide specific guidelines for both
the public and private sectors. They indicate the Municipality of Clarington's
expectations with respect to the character, quality and form of development in the
North Village community. The Demonstration Plan illustrates one manner of
implementing the planning principles of the Secondary Plan. The Urban Design &
Sustainability Guidelines and Demonstration Plan have been approved by Council,
however, do not require an amendment to implement an alternative design solution,
or solutions at any time in the future.
11.1.8 Engineering infrastructure must follow the schedule within the Municipality's and
Region's capital budget, as agreed to by the Landowners' Group.
11.1.9 All new development within the North Village Secondary Plan area will proceed on
the basis of the sequential extension of full municipal services through the Regional
and Municipal capital works programs and plans of subdivision.
11.1.10 Development applications for lands abutting the Arterial Roads shown in Schedule
A require that lands be dedicated for road widenings as determined by the
Municipality or Region.
11.1.11 Approval of development applications are conditional upon commitments from the
appropriate authorities and the proponents of development to the timing and funding
of the required road and transportation facilities, parks and community facilities.
These works will be provided for in the subdivision and site plan agreements.
Phasing of the development, based on the completion of the external road works,
may be required by the Municipality of Clarington.
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11.1.12 Approval of development applications are conditional upon commitments from the
appropriate authorities and the proponents of development to the timing and funding
of required stormwater management, sanitary sewer and water supply facilities.
These works will be provided for in subdivision and site plan agreements. Phasing of
development, based on the completion of external sewer and water services, may
be implemented if required by the Municipality of Clarington.
11.1.13 The Secondary Plan recognizes that comprehensive planning requires the
equitable sharing amongst landowners of costs associated with the development of
land. It is a policy of this Plan that prior to the approval of any draft plan of
subdivision, applicants/landowners will enter into appropriate cost sharing
agreements that establish the means by which the costs (including Region of
Durham costs) of developing the property are to be shared. The Municipality may
also require, as a condition of draft approval, that proof be provided to the
Municipality that landowners have met their obligations under the relevant cost
sharing agreements prior to registration of a plan of subdivision.
11.2 Existing Uses
11.2.1 The block containing existing commercial uses at the interchange of Highway
35/115 and Concession Road 3 is designated for Highway Commercial uses.
11.2.2 Expansion of the lands designated for Highway Commercial uses is strongly
discouraged.
11.2.3 After realignment of Regional Road 17, it anticipated that a remnant portion of the
existing Regional Road 17 right-of-way will be retained in order to provide access to
the existing Highway Commercial block to its west. Vehicular access to adjacent
residential blocks will not be permitted from this remnant portion that provides
access to the existing Highway Commercial block.
11.2.4 The existing residential uses along Regional Road 17 will continue to have driveway
access to their lots from Regional Road 17, including after its realignment. If and
when those uses redevelop, they will be subject to this Plan's policies, which include
restriction on new and additional direct vehicular access to Arterial Roads including
Regional Road 17.
11.3 Interpretation
11.3.1 The North Village Secondary Plan aligns with the policies of the Clarington Official
Plan. The policies of this Plan, along with Maps and Appendices must be read and
interpreted in conjunction with the policies of the Clarington Official Plan.
11.3.2 In the event of a conflict between the Clarington Official Plan and this Plan, the
policies of this Plan prevail.
11.3.3 The boundaries shown on Schedule A to this Plan are approximate, except where
they meet with existing roads or other clearly defined physical features. Where the
general intent of this Plan is maintained to the satisfaction of the Municipality, minor
boundary adjustments will not require an amendment to this Plan.
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11.3.4 Where examples of permitted uses are listed under any specific land use
designation, they are intended to provide examples of possible uses. Other similar
uses may be permitted provided they conform to the intent and all applicable
provisions of this Plan.
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1.0 Introduction iv
1.1 Purpose of the Guidelines iv
1.2 Document structure 2
2.0 Vision and Guiding Principles 4
3.0 Sustainability Guidelines 8
3.1 Introduction 8
3.2 Sustainable Development 8
3.3 NVSP Sustainability Focus Areas 10
4.0 Structuring Elements 18
4.1 Neighbourhood Centre 18
4.2 Streets, Blocks and Mid -Block Connections 22
4.3 Open Space Network 24
4.5 Gateways and Prominent Intersections 26
5.0 Built Form: Private Realm 28
5.1 Development of Blocks and Lots 28
5.2 General Site Layout and Building Design Guidelines 28
5.3 Building Design 34
5.4 Detached, Semi -Detached, Townhouse and Stacked Townhouse Dwellings 41
5.5 Low -Rise Apartment Buildings 43
5.6 Neighbourhood centre 45
5.7 Highway Commercial 53
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6.0 Public Realm Design Guidelines
6.1 Public Parks
6.3 Parkettes
6.4 Streets and Mid -Block Connections
6.5 Streetscape elements
6.6 Prominent Intersections/ Gateways
6.7 Universal Design
6.8 Parking
6.9 Schools
6.10 Reservoir and Pumping Station
6.11 Neighbourhood Centre
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1.0 Introduction
This section provides an overview of the context
and background for the North Village Urban Design
and the Guidelines. It addresses the purpose of
the Guidelines, the study area boundaries and the
document structure.
1.1 Purpose of the Guidelines
The Village of Newcastle is one of four urban areas
in the Municipality of Clarington, the easternmost
municipality in the Region of Durham. The North
Village Secondary Plan area is located on the
northern edge of the Village of Newcastle, an urban
settlement area centered on Durham Highway 2
(King Avenue) and Regional Road 17 (Mill Street).
The North Village Secondary Plan area is bound by
Concession Road 3 to the north, Arthur Street to the
east, and Highway 35/115 to the west. An approved
subdivision is located to the south.
The North Village Secondary Plan provides
a forward -thinking framework for a complete
community that supports residents in living healthy,
low -carbon lives in a walkable neighbourhood that
complements the existing small-town character of
Newcastle.
The North Village Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines provide additional guidance and detail
to guide the implmentation of the policy framework
of the Secondary Plan through community design,
mobility planning, and built form and public realm
design. The Guidelines provide a suite of proactive
and forward thinking design considerations.
The Guidelines will be used as a tool to guide
development. They will be used by the building
and development industry in the preparation of
development proposals, and by the Municipality
of Clarington in their review of development
applications, including draft plan of subdivision,
zoning by-law amendment, and site plan control
applications.
Together, the Secondary Plan and Guidelines
establish a robust framework for future development,
and ensure that growth and expansion is well
integrated with the existing urban fabric.
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1.2 Document structure
The North Village Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines are structured as follows:
1.0 Introduction — This section provides an
overview of the context and background for the
North Village Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines, addresses the purpose of the Guidelines,
the study area boundaries and the community
structure.
2.0 Vision and Design Principles — This section
provides an overview of the vision and guiding
principles, which form the core tenets of the North
Village Secondary Plan.
3.0 Sustainability Guidelines — This section
establishes a set of wholistic Sustainability
Guidelines that recognize the interconnectedness of
the environment, culture and community and their
fundamental impact on human health and wellbeing.
4.0 Structuring Elements — This section
establishes the structuring elements which shape
the community. This includes the Neighbourhood
Centre, the heart of the community, as well as
streets, blocks and mid -block connections, the
open space network, and gateways and prominent
intersections.
5.0 Private Realm Design Guidelines — This
section establishes Design Guidelines which apply
to all development within the community. It also
addresses site design and building design.
6.0 Public Realm Design Guidelines —This
section establishes a set of public realm Design
Guidelines which apply to the public streets and
spaces within the community. The Guidelines
address neighbourhood parks, parkettes, street
networks, streetscape elements, universal design,
parking and elementary schools.
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North Village Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines
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2.0 Vision and Guiding Principles
North Village is a vibrant neighbourhood that is open to all, at all stages of their life.
Walkable and welcoming, it reflects the rich spirit of the Newcastle Community.
The following principles form the core tenets of the
A beautiful & inviting NEIGHBOURHOOD
North Village Secondary Plan. Together with the
vision, these principles will guide decision -making as
Design a variety of open spaces linked by a
the Secondary Plan is prepared and implemented.
beautiful and functional public realm.
Encourage a high standard of design.
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Utilize the existing topography to optimize
Provide a mix of housing options that are
views of the surrounding areas.
available to a wide range of ages, abilities,
incomes, and household sizes.
A resilient NEIGHBOURHOOD
Provide an appropriate mix of uses,
Minimize contribution to climate change by
amenities, and services at the heart of
incorporating green design principles related
the neighbourhood to encourage active,
to energy, water, and waste at the building and
sociable lives and support a sense of well-
neighbourhood scale.
being and connection.
Where economically feasible, utilize materials
Provide a range of community facilities
from sustainable sources for construction and
and co -locate these facilities where
infrastructure projects, account for positive and
possible.
negative life -cycle impacts of materials when
assessing their contribution.
A connected NEIGHBOURHOOD
Integrate indigenous and pollinator -friendly
Prioritize pedestrian mobility and comfort
species into the development.
by designing a neighbourhood that is
well connected internally and provides
Support resilience and future adaptability
safe and walkable links to surrounding
by designing homes and buildings to
neighbourhoods.
accommodate different uses and densities with
diverse unit configurations.
Design the movement network to safely
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A unique Newcastle NEIGHBOURHOOD
of travel (pedestrians, cyclists, transit
vehicles, loading and private vehicles).
Foster a unique identity by celebrating the rural
heritage of the area.
Engage the Newcastle community in planning
the future of North Village.
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2.1 Demonstration Plan and Character
The demonstration plan illustrates one way in which
the policies of the North Village Secondary Plan
and the Urban Design and Sustainability Guidelines
might be implemented to create the North Vlllage
community. The plan illustrates a community fabric
that will support projected growth and effectively
meet the Secondary Plan objectives.
The demonstraton plan illustrates the distribution
of land uses within a schematic street and block
network, overlaid by community building elments
such as gateways and trails. It addresses the vision
and principles of the community through the
following design strategies.
Livable and unique Neighbourhood
• Locating the Neighbourhood Centre in the
middle of the neighbourhood, at the crossroads
of the primary collector roads, where it is
accessible to all and creating a unique focal
point.
• Providing a variety of land uses, including a
school, public open spaces, and a range of
housing options.
Connected, beautiful and inviting Neighbourhood
Creating a modified grid of streets that fosters
permeability throughout, including connections
to the approved neighbourhood to the south.
Augmenting the street network with mid -block
connections, trails and parks that provide
additional connectivity for pedestrians and
cyclists.
Locating parks in prominent locations along the
primary collector roads, where they will have high
visibility and will be connected together as a
green necklace through the community.
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Low Density Residential
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Mixed Use Area
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3.0 Sustainability Guidelines
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Purpose of the Sustainability Guidelines
The purpose of the Sustainability Guidelines is to
establish a framework that will guide the sustainable
development of the North Village Secondary Plan
area. The Sustainability Guidelines are founded on a
holistic approach to sustainability, which is essential
for the well-being of the future residents of the
North Village Secondary Plan area. This perspective
recognizes the interconnectedness of the
environment, culture, and community, and reflects
the need for a comprehensive response to effectively
manage our finite resources.
The subsequent sections provide a summary of the
recommended sustainable strategies and measures
that are categorized under eight key sustainability
focus areas: energy & emissions, climate resilience,
water efficiency, materiality & waste diversion,
stormwater management, ecology, local food
production, and health & wellbeing. Taking a holistic
approach to design, the Sustainability Guidelines
set the groundwork for a sustainable and complete
community.
3.2 Sustainable Development
3.2.1 Role of Sustainable Development
Developing new communities without consideration
for smart, "green" growth can cause issues such as
urban sprawl, car -centric transportation networks,
and lack of green space. The design, construction
and operation of the buildings in which we live and
work are responsible for the consumption of many
natural resources. Developing a new community
where there was once greenfield will change the
landscape to include more hardscaped surfaces,
which will have negative impacts to the stormwater
management on the site and increase the urban
heat island effect of the area. The growth of the
population in the Newcastle area will increase
the demand on energy, use of fossil fuels and
vehicle transportation contributing to an increase
in greenhouse gas emissions and diminishing
air quality. Increases of greenhouse gases in the
atmosphere bring about a host of changes. The most
obvious effect is global warming.
In Canada, temperatures have increased by 1.3°C
on average in the last century. 2001-2010 was the
hottest decade since weather records began. If
emissions continue to increase, global temperatures
may rise 4 7°C in the next century. Warmer average
temperatures are not the only effect of higher
concentrations of greenhouse gases. A warmer
atmosphere leads to a cascade of changes that are
of concern to Clarington.
Climate models for Clarington suggest that the
climate in the future will be warmer and more humid,
with more frequent and intense rain events, and less
snow. There will be lower winds generally, but more
frequent extreme weather with high winds and heavy
rain. As such, some environmental and social impacts
of development will be amplified by the changes we
experience in our climate if not considered in how
we design our communities. Some of the potential
impacts of climate change in Newcastle include:
• Hotter weather, intense rainfall events, and
windstorms will increase the stress on urban
ecosystems.
• Prolonged or intense rainfall could cause large
amounts of runoff to overwhelm sewer systems
and causing flooding.
• Hot days and nights can cause an increase in
air conditioning usage creating peak loads that
pose the potential for brownouts and blackouts.
• Weathering damage to buildings due to the
changes in temperature may reduce the lifecycle
of building materials and structures, requiring
earlier and costly renovation and restoration
measures.
• Health Canada has also described a wide variety
of potential health effects from climate change
from heart and respiratory ailments to mental
stress resulting from weather -related incidents.
Responsible development needs to play a large role
in reducing or mitigating environmental impacts
to be part of the solution to the environmental
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challenges facing the planet. Action is needed to
both minimize the environmental impact caused by
the development of the North Village community
as well as to reduce North Village's vulnerability
to weather extremes. With the reality of climate
change, there is a need to design for the climate of
tomorrow by building climate resilient and adaptable
communities.
Futureproofing and building beyond what current
codes and standards require will allow buildings and
communities to last longer, evolve and adapt to new
realities and provide more comfort and wellness to
the residents as we move into a new climate reality.
3.2.2 Clarington Green Development Program
Priority Green Clarington was established to support
the Municipality's commitment to sustainable
development. To achieve this, Priority Green
Clarington, a "Local Planning for Global Stewardship"
initiative, is designed to set a new standard for new
residential development that prioritizes sustainability,
promotes innovation, and improves the community's
quality of life.
The Green Development Program is primarily
geared towards residential development and aims
to place sustainability at the forefront of the land
development process. The framework for the
Green Development Program consists of five main
components and provides a "roadmap" to green
development in Clarington. The Green Development
Guide includes strategies to be used to evaluate
the sustainability of a proposed development and
includes both design and construction measures.
The Green Development Program focuses on four
key themes:
• Built environment
• Natural environment
• Mobility
• Infrastructure & building
The Sustainability Guidelines will expand upon this
existing guidance by providing a holistic approach to
sustainability for the development.
3.2.3 Beyond Sustainability: Fostering Resilience
in Urban Design
The Sustainability Guidelines aim to go beyond
the conventional notion of sustainability by
adopting a comprehensive urban design approach.
The objective of the Guidelines is to establish
sustainable best practices as a baseline for the
present and foster greater resilience for the future.
While sustainability seeks to meet the present
Community facilities should integrate renewable energy technologies into the building face, roof and site design.
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needs without compromising the ability of future
generations to thrive, resilience focuses on the
capacity of individuals, communities, institutions,
businesses, and systems within a municipality to
endure, adapt, and flourish in the face of chronic
stresses and acute shocks.
In essence, resilience is about building the ability to
withstand and recover from shocks, such as natural
disasters, economic downturns, or social disruptions,
while also addressing long-term challenges like
climate change, inequality, and resource depletion.
By integrating sustainability and resilience principles
into the urban design process, the Sustainability
Guidelines seek to create communities that are not
only environmentally sustainable but also socially
and economically resilient.
As a result, the Guidelines emphasize the importance
of designing urban systems and infrastructure that
can adapt to changing circumstances, promoting
diversity and inclusivity, fostering collaboration and
innovation, and building strong social networks and
institutions. By doing so, the Guidelines aim to create
sustainable and resilient communities that can thrive
in the face of uncertainty and change.
3.3 NVSP Sustainability Focus Areas
3.3.1 Energy & Emissions
Buildings & Infrastructure
• Energy conservation in the North Village
Secondary Plan area will support the reduction
of energy use and consider the inclusion of
alternative and renewable energy sources.
• Promote energy efficiency through building
designs that provide opportunities for passive
design strategies and maximize the potential for
passive solar and natural ventilation.
• Buildings should be designed and constructed
to achieve all mandatory measures of the most
current version of ENERGY STAR° for New
Homes.
• Where the builder is providing appliances, all
Energy Star eligible appliances must be Energy
Star compliant.
• All public realm light fixtures should be LED,
pedestrian -scaled, and conform with the
Municipality's lighting standards.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Consider providing a purchase option to
homebuyers to design and construct in
accordance with the CHBA Net Zero Home
Labelling Program.
• Conduct a Materials Emissions Assessment
using BEAM (Building Emissions Accounting
for Materials tool), or an equivalent tool, to
measure A1-A3, stage emissions for all structural,
enclosure, and major finishes (cladding, flooring,
ceilings, and interior wall sheathing) for a typical
building design for each building typology.
• Consider low -carbon sustainable material
alternatives to the proposed structure or
envelope to use in the building project.
Renewable Energy
Integrate opportunities for renewable energy use
to reduce the electric energy supply in the public
realm, such as solar -powered lighting for trails
and park pathways.
Electric Vehicles
• For each dwelling unit with a residential parking
space, provide an energized outlet or full electric
vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) capable of
providing Level 2 charging.
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3.3.2 Climate Resilience
Implement the primary measures for basement
flood protection, extreme wind protection, and
extreme heat protection from the most recent
version of the Durham Region Climate Resilience
Standard for New Houses.
Meet the requirements of the ENERGY STAR
for Homes, version 3, water management system
builder checklist.
Ensure planned major storm overland flow routes
are compliant with the road authority's servicing
standards for depth of ponding on their roadway
corridors.
3.3.3 Ecology
Tree Canopy
• Plant large growing shade trees along street
frontages that are spaced appropriately, having
regard to site conditions.
• Each separate new tree planting area must have
access to a minimum volume of 30m3 of soil per
tree. In urban conditions this may required soil
cells.
Rain gardens can be implemented in public spaces
Heat Island Effect
Use one or a combination of the following strate-
gies to treat at least 50% of the site's non -roof
hardscape:
• High-albedo paving materials with an initial solar
reflectance of at least 0.33 or SRI of 29;
• Open grid pavement with at least 50%
perviousness;
• Shade from existing tree canopy or new tree
canopy within 10 years of landscape installation;
• Shade from architectural structures that are
vegetated or have an initial solar reflectance of
at least 0.33 at installation or and SRI of 29; or
• Shade from structures with energy generation.
• Reduce the impact of paved surfaces devoted to
parking areas through the use of curbed planting
islands and walkway islands that separate
and define large parking areas into smaller
well-defined areas, while enhancing growing
conditions for trees.
Green & Cool Roofs
Roof areas must be provided with one of the follow-
ing:
• Green roof for at least 50 percent of Available
Roof Space
• Cool roof installed for 100 percent of Available
Roof Space
• A combination of a green roof, and cool roof and
solar PV for at least 75 per cent of Available Roof
Space
• Green roofs are encouraged throughout the
community, specially the Neighbourhood center,
and should be provided in combination with
renewable energy initiatives.
• Where green roofs are accessible, use of these
spaces for local food production is encouraged.
• Where green roofs are not easily accessible, the
use of native, low -maintenance plant species is
encouraged.
• Where green roof is provided, consider
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incorporating a biodiverse green roof to support
pollinator species.
• For a low -sloped roof, typical of commercial
and institutional buildings, the cool roof Solar
Reflectance Index (SRI) value should be 0.64 and
for steep -sloped roofs, typical of residential the
SRI value should be 15.
Light Pollution
• All exterior light fixtures are Dark Sky/Nighttime
Friendly compliant practices to minimize light
pollution.
• Exterior street and building lighting should
project downward, and away from reflective
surfaces in order to reduce light pollution.
• Where possible, pedestrian -scale lighting should
be provided, and excessive vehicle -oriented
lighting should be avoided.
Bird Friendly Design
• Large expanses of glazed areas should employ
bird strike deterrent strategies. This can be
accomplished using patterned glass or window
films that appear opaque from the outside.
There are also a number of new and innovative
Light-coloured cool roof plus solar PVs
technologies using ultraviolet patterns that are
visible to birds but invisible to humans.
• Building systems should be set up to
automatically turn off major lighting after hours
or close blinds once the sun has set to reduce
energy use and minimize interference with the
flight patterns of migratory birds.
Habitat & Biodiversity
• Bio-diversity should be encouraged through the
selection of native, non-invasive species of plant
life.
• Plant the at -grade landscaped site area using a
minimum of 50% native plants (including trees,
shrubs, and herbaceous plants) comprising at
least two native flowering species that provide
continuous bloom throughout all periods over
the growing season.
• Introduce no invasive plant species into the
landscape.
• Community gardens and public parks should
prioritize low -maintenance, drought -resistant
species.
Street tree planting can help manage stormwater run-off
by directing water flows into planted areas.
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3.3.4 Water Efficiency
• All buildings should be designed to use water
efficiently through such measures as ultra -low
flow fixtures, dual flush toilets, and rainwater
harvesting.
• All water fixtures satisfy Ontario Building
Code requirements and at least 10% of the
water fixtures are high -efficiency WaterSense®
certified.
3.3.5 Stormwater Management
• Demonstrate best management practices
(BMPs) are used to treat runoff, removing
at least 80% of the average annual post -
development total suspended solids JSS).
• Provide quantity or flood control in accordance
with applicable Municipal and Conservation
Authority and Official Plan requirements in a
manner best replicating natural site hydrology
processes, retain (i.e. infiltrate, evapotranspirate,
or collect and reuse) onsite the runoff from
the developed site for, at minimum, the 80th
percentile of regional or local rainfall events,
using low -impact development (LID) and green
infrastructure (GI) practices.
Rainwater harvesting can be used for lanscape irrigation
reducing unnecesaary use of potable water
• Implement low -impact design measures that
emphasize the use of bio-swales, vegetated
filter strips, innovative stormwater practices, rain
gardens, at -source infiltration, rainwater reuse
system, and alternative filtration systems such as
treatment trains.
• Encourage the use of porous or permeable
pavement instead of standard asphalt and
concrete for surfacing sidewalks, driveways,
parking areas, and many types of road surfaces
as a stormwater run-off management strategy
for promoting groundwater infiltration and water
quality treatment.
• Surface parking areas should minimize the use
of impervious surface materials. Wherever soil
conditions are conducive, large surface parking
lots should direct drainage towards dedicated
areas with permeable pavers;
• Buildings are encouraged to collect rainwater for
reuse in the building and/or for irrigation.
• Rainwater harvesting systems, such as rain
barrels and other simple cisterns, should be
considered to capture rainwater, which can be
used for landscape irrigation, thereby reducing
unnecessary use of potable water.
Landscaping with pollinator -friendly native plants
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3.3.6 Materiality & Waste Diversion
Building Materials & Construction Practices
• Incorporate green building material standards
to reduce the impact on the environment and
ensure materials are purchased/obtained from
responsible ethical sources; and where possible,
materials should be sourced from certified local
businesses.
• Consider the use of recycled/reclaimed materials
for new infrastructure including roadways,
parking lots, sidewalks, unit paving, curbs,
water retention tanks and vaults, stormwater
management facilities, sanitary sewers, and/or
water pipes.
• Encourage the use of products extracted,
processed, and manufactured locally (approx.
160 km) and target the following components.
• framing;
• aggregate for concrete and foundation;
• drywall or interior sheathing.
• Encourage the use of products that contain at
least 25% post -consumer or 50% pre -consumer
content.
• Where feasible, incorporate concrete that
consists of at least 30% fly ash or slag used as a
cement substitute and 50% recycled content or
reclaimed aggregate OR 90% recycled content
or reclaimed aggregate.
Waste Diversion
• Incorporate strategies that emphasize targets for
a higher diversion rate in recycling for the plan
area.
• Reduce waste volumes through the provision
of recycling/reuse stations, drop-off points for
potentially hazardous waste, and centralized
composting stations.
• In large buildings, such as multi -unit residential
buildings and commercial buildings, provide
on -site recycling facilities for handling, storing,
and separating of recyclables, specially in the
Neighbourhood center.
• Manage construction and demolition waste in
accordance with 0. Reg.103/94 and divert from
landfill a minimum of 50% of all waste generated
on -site.
Provide space for local food production,community gardening should be provided as part of new development.
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Local Food Production
• Open spaces and rooftops that receive good
sunlight should be designed to provide
opportunities for urban agriculture and
community gardens where appropriate.
• Ensure solar access and provide fencing,
watering systems, garden bed enhancements
(such as raised beds), secure storage space for
tools, and pedestrian access for these spaces.
• Promote local agricultural products and help to
ensure that they remain productive components
of the local economy.
Encourage and facilitate a higher diversion rate for
recycling
Green roofs are encouraged to achieve a minimum of 80%
coverage of the total open roof space.
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3.3.8 Health & Wellbeing
• Streets should be designed to reflect complete
street design principles, balancing the needs of
all users.
• Parks and open spaces shall be designed to
promote accessibility and usage for all ages and
abilities.
• All development, with a focus on streetscapes,
parks, open spaces, parking lots, and other
publicly accessible areas, shall include Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design
(CPTED) principles.
• Incorporate art into publicly accessible and
visible spaces and into building designs as an
architectural element.
• Integrate amenities into streetscape elements,
such as benches, transit shelters, shading, and
paving to encourage walkability.
• Sidewalks should be designed to provide fully -
accessible, barrier -free connectivity throughout
the community.
• Design the public realm to ensure efficient
walking routes forming a continuous network to
key destinations with continuous sidewalks, or
Charging facilities for electric vehicles
equivalent provisions for walking such as multi-
use paths.
• Provide pedestrian and cycling connections from
on -site buildings to off -site public sidewalks,
pedestrian paths, trails, open space, active
transportation pathways, transit stops and
adjacent buildings and sites.
• Bicycle parking facilities for visitors should be
covered or sheltered with awnings, canopies or
other elements that provide shelter.
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4.0 Structuring Elements
4.1 Neighbourhood Centre
The neighbourhood centre is the heart and soul of
North Village, a key contributor to the development
of a complete community, walkable and transit -
ready. It provides residents with convenient access
to diverse land uses to satisfy every day needs and
essentials. Higher densities ensure it is vibrant at all
hours and in all seasons, while providing diversified
housing necessary for a life-long community.
The neighbourhood centre includes not only the
mixed use blocks at its core with their public square,
but also the neighbourhood park, school, and
adjacent streets and blocks. Compact and human -
scaled, these uses work in concert to create a lively
destination, evocative of a traditional main street or
village core.
The Public Realm and Built Form sections of this
document provide specific design guidelines for
the neighbourhood centre and emphasize design
priorities that are unique to the neighbourhood
centre, or are particularly important to achieve. The
design of the neighbourhood centre should also
have regard for the general public realm and built
form guidelines.
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Walkable and human -scaled main street
Provide a space where the community can come together
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Key Urban Design Objectives
Walkable & Connected
• Composed of a fine-grained network of streets,
blocks and pathways
• Strong visual and physical connections to the
rest of the neighbourhood
• Multiple, convenient, direct and multi -modal links
that prioritize active transportation
Human Scaled & Pedestrian Oriented
• Street -oriented buildings in compact form
• Continuity of street walls with animated uses and
narrow storefronts
• High quality design and materials
• Sunlit public spaces, pedestrian amenities,
calmed vehicular traffic, weather protection and
visual interest and delight
Neighbourhood -Serving & Focused
• Commercial uses meet the needs of the
neighbourhood
A space that's enjoyable all year round
Vibrant All Day & In All Seasons
• Mixed uses including upper -level residential
to ensure a critical mass of people and activity
throughout the day and in all seasons
• Embed winter city design principals for year-
round appeal
• Shared amenities and facilities to minimize their
cost and size — such as parking
Sustainable & Resilient
• Integrate green infrastructure such as porous
pavers, rain gardens, green roofs, and a dense
tree canopy to lessen environmental impacts
while improving the public realm and micro -
climate for pedestrians
• Design for adaptability of all ground floor uses
and parking infrastructure
Identifiable & Inviting to All
• Place -making that creates a unique identity,
attracts activity and generates synergies
• Variety of uses and accessible design
• Enhance safety and security by prioritizing
pedestrians and adopting Crime Prevention
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4.2 Streets, Blocks and Mid -Block
Connections
The local and collector streets, together with
mid -block connections, create an interconnected
network throughout the neighbourhood. This
network allows pedestrians and cyclists to
conveniently access local uses, amenities and
destinations including homes, the neighbourhood
centre, parks and potential school.
Collector streets (Streets A and B) provide access
to and a frontage for the neighbourhood centre, the
focal point of the community. They connect each
quadrant of North Village, allowing people from
throughout the neighbourhood to conveniently
and safely access the school and retail/commercial
uses. They also connect four of the parks in North
Village, and, through their southerly extensions,
connect to approved parks and school sites in the
neighbourhood to the south. The collector streets
are the main axes of the community, and additional
tree planting and landscaping is encouraged.
Local streets in a modified grid create small
development blocks for the neighbourhood's
residential development. Local streets become
window streets along arterial roads, providing
pedestrian and cycling connectivity to the
neighbourhood's edges. Where street connections
to the arterial road network are not permitted, mid -
block connections provide pedestrian and cycling
linkages between local roads and the arterials.
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4.3 Open Space Network
North Village has a variety of open spaces. A
Neighbourhood Park is located in the heart
of the neighbourhood in association with the
neibhourhood centre. As the largest open
space, it provides opportunities for the greatest
variety of park amenities and serves the entire
neighbhourhood. The street pattern ensures good
accessibility to the Neighbourhood Park from all
directions. Four smaller Parkettes are distributed
throughout the neighbourhood, generally on
collector or arterial streets. The Parkettes provide
smaller scale amenities for the surrounding homes
or quadrants. A potential school block is located in
the heart of the neighbourhood, directly beside the
Neighbourhood Park and across the street from a
Parkette.
All of these open spaces are located such that
they create an interconnected `necklace' of green
spaces. The Neighbourhood Park, potential school,
and two of the Parkettes create a continuous
corridor of green space linked by an enhanced
streetscape through the Neighbourhood Centre.
The other two Parkettes are located a short walk
away. The configuration of open spaces provides
a distributed network accessible to the whole
neighbourhood.
Along the west edge of the neighbourhood, an
enhanced local road will include a tree -lined multi-
use path along one side, helping to buffer Highway
35/115. This path will enhance connectivity and has
the potential to be extended to the south.
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4.5 Gateways and Prominent
Intersections
Gateways are located along the edges of the North
Village neighbourhood, where vehicular access from
the arterial road network is provided. This includes a
Gatewayat the intersection of Regional Road 17 (and
Concession Road 3) and at the intersection of Street
B (and Arthur Street). These locations will celebrate
the entrance to the neighbourhood through
enhanced architectural and landscape features that
create a sense of arrival.
Prominent Intersections are located internal to the
North Village neighbourhood. They are located
along Street A, one at the intersection of Regional
Road 17, and the other at the intersection of Street
B. These locations celebrate the character of the
neighbourhood itself, also through enhanced
architectural and landscape features. They create
landmarks for the neighbourhood that reinforce its
unique identity.
These Prominent Intersections are part of
the Neighbourhood Centre, and an Enhanced
Streetscape along Streets A and B will create
green, pedestrian -friendly corridors. The Enhanced
Streetscape can include a wide spectrum of
streetscape elements such as generous sidewalks,
special paving, street furniture, stroller and bike
parking, additional street tree planting, and
intersection bump -outs, among others.
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5.0 Built Form: Private Realm
The private realm is comprised of the properties
that will remain in private ownership, including
all forms of housing and businesses. The private
realm represents the majority of development
within North Village, and will make a significant
contribution to defining its character, streets and
public spaces.
5.1 Development of Blocks and Lots
• Street blocks will be defined by the public street
network.
• Development blocks and lots should be oriented
to allow for buildings to be oriented to public
streets, including for the main front entrance to
have a direct connection to the public sidewalk.
• A variety of lot sizes should be provided, in order
to ensure a diversity of housing types, sizes and
designs, and to provide variety in the streetscape
• Generally, lot shapes should be simple and
rectilinear so as not to limit design and siting
options. However, variations to the traditional
lot should be incorporated to manage slope or
property boundary issues.
• Lots should allow for building frontages to face
public parks.
• Alternative street patterns and lotting should be
prepared for the school site in the event that the
school is not required.
5.2 General Site Layout and Building
Design Guidelines
5.2.1 Lot Size and Variety
• A variety of lot sizes should be provided, in order
to ensure a diversity of building types, sizes and
designs.
• Sites should be planned and designed in keeping
with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities
Standards and Crime Prevention Through
Enviromental Design Principles. Sites should
allow for unobstructed street frontage adjacent
to public open spaces.
• Corner lots and lots adjacent to public open
space features should be wider than interior
lots to promote building facade articulation and
visual interest along the side elevation.
5.2.2 Siting and Orientation
• The primary facade of buildings should relate
directly to the street and be sited generally
parallel to it, creating a well-balanced, human -
scale street and building relationship, which
encourages pedestrian activity.
• Building setbacks should define the street
edge and establish visual order. Projections
into the front or flankage yard, such as porches,
entrance awnings or canopies, porticos, entrance
steps and bay windows are encouraged for
their beneficial impact on the streetscape.
Encroachments should comply with applicable
Zoning By-law regulations.
• Buildings should be sited close to the minimum
required front yard setback, to provide a human
scale.
• Buildings should be sited and oriented to
optimize passive solar opportunities and natural
ventilation.
• Buildings should be sited and oriented to
ensure the coordination and cohesion of the
development within the context of adjacent
properties and the surrounding streetscape.
For multi -building sites, buildings should be
organized into a pattern of internal streets and
blocks, which are defined by buildings and/or
landscaped areas.
5.2.3 Pedestrian Circulation
• Clear and accessible pedestrian walkways should
be provided from the sidewalk to the front
entrance of each building.
• Pedestrian walkways should be well defined
and provide direct connection to parking areas,
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building entrances and adjacent developments.
Pedestrian walkways should be designed to
promote pedestrian comfort, and encourage a
pleasant walking experience.
Pedestrian walkways should be provided along
the full length of apartment, mixed use and
commercial buildings, including residential lobby,
residential apartment, storefront or restaurant
entrances, and along any facade abutting
parking areas.
Pedestrian walkway depths should be maximized
adjacent to the residential lobby, storefront or
restaurant entrances, with consideration for
the provision of appropriate canopy, awning
or arcade treatments for pedestrian weather
protection.
5.2.4 Landscaping and Amenity Space
• Landscape design should incorporate the
retention of existing mature trees, where
possible, as well as the planting of new trees
within the site, where space permits.
• Streetscape elements should be provided along
street frontages to maintain a consistent urban
A clear and accessible pedestrian walkway links the
sidewalk to the front entrance of each building.
character.
• Site fencing design should be complementary
with the design of buildings.
• A clear hierarchy of public, semi-public and
private outdoor spaces should be provided.
• Landscaping should include hard and soft
landscape elements, including planting,
decorative walls / fencing, paving materials, and
pedestrian amenities.
• Landscape elements, such as planting
arrangements, should provide visual emphasis at
the end of view corridors on buildings sites and
vista terminations.
• Landscaping should be used to screen parking
areas and focus attention on adjacent buildings.
• Front, side and rear setback areas should be
landscaped with groundcover at minimum where
not required for vehicle access.
• For single detached, semi-detached and
townhouse type lots, additional tree or shrub
planting shall be provided for each dwelling.
Planting will enhance community biodiversity,
provide stormwater management benefits,
beautify the community, and/or may serve
functional uses such as for privacy, wind barriers
and shade.
• Grades should ensure water is directed away
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Utilize plantings to maintain privacy and provide wind
barriers and shade.
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from buildings and neighbouring properties,
and toward adjacent stormwater management
infrastructure, streets and open spaces.
• Avoid abrupt change of grade along
streetscapes.
• Private outdoor amenity space should be
provided within rear yards, porches, porticos,
balconies or terraces.
5.2.5 Lighting
• All outdoor light fixtures should be LED, and
"dark sky" compliant.
• Parking areas, driveways and walkways should
be adequately illuminated with low level,
pedestrian -scaled lighting.
• Building entrances should be well lit. Natural
lighting is encouraged through the use of
sidelights, fanlights or door glazing. Wall -
mounted down -cast lighting is also appropriate
adjacent to building entrances.
• Lighting should be restricted adjacent to
sensitive natural and residential environments.
5.2.6 Signage and Site Furnishings
• Signage / addressing should be designed to be
characteristic of the architectural identity of the
development. Street addressing shall be clearly
visible.
• Site furnishings should be incorporated on
private property along pedestrian connections to
provide amenities at convenient and comfortable
locations, such as building entrances and
gathering spaces.
• Multi -building developments should incorporate
a consistent and compatible approach to
signage and furnishing.
• Site furnishings should reflect the intended use
of the space and expected number of users.
• Where permitted, addressing associated with
secondary suites should be visible and clearly
distinguished from that associated with primary
units.
5.2.7 Site Access, Servicing, Storage and
Utilities
• Driveway entrances should be oriented to
minimize visual impacts on adjacent properties.
Such features should be integrated within the
site, located away from building corners and with
minimal interruption of walkways and sidewalks.
• Catch basins should not be located in front of
planned driveway entrances.
• Site access should be provided via a single curb
cut.
• Driveways and associated curb cuts should be
minimized in width.
• On corner lots, driveways should be accessed
from the street of lesser prominence.
• The use of permeable surface materials are
encouraged within driveways, parking pads, and
surface parking areas.
• Utility meters, gas lines, transformers and HVAC
equipment should be placed in discrete locations
and screened from public view.
• Utilities and servicing areas should be located
as that they do not interfere with existing trees,
mature tree growth or landscaping.
Detached Dwellings, Semi -Detached Dwellings
and Townhouses
• Driveways should have sufficient width and
length to facilitate vehicle parking entirely within
private properties, without obstructing adjacent
sidewalk or vehicle sightlines.
• Driveways and associated curb cuts should
either be combined and shared between
adjacent properties, or laid out with a consistent
rhythm between adjacent properties.
• Where two-lane driveways are desired, asphalt
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width should not exceed that of associated
garage doors, and tapering is encouraged as
driveways approach associated curb cuts.
• Garbage and recycling storage areas should be
located at the side or rear of dwellings. Where
this is not possible, garbage and recycling
storage areas should be screened from public
view.
Apartment Buildings, Mixed Use Buildings,
Commercial Buildings and Institutional Buildings
• Future development should coordinate and
consolidate driveway entrances, where feasible.
Ground floor frontages may need to be set back
adjacent to parking access sites to provide
visibility at the exit.
• Loading facilities should be consolidated
between adjacent properties, where feasible.
Such facilities should be integrated into the
building design or placed away from street
frontages and screened from view. Screening
measures should include landscaping and/or
fencing.
• Garbage and recycling storage rooms should
be centralized indoors, and at the rear of the
building.
• Service and outside storage enclosures should
be constructed of materials to match or
complement the building material. No enclosure
should be made of any form of chain link fencing.
Gates and/or access doors may be constructed
of materials different from the actual enclosure
material to facilitate operation.
• Outside storage areas should not be visible
from any street, and be fully screened by wall
enclosures. Screen walls should have a minimum
height equal to that of the item which it is
screening.
• Noise attenuation measures should be
provided where service areas are in proximity
to neighbourhoods. These features should
be complementary in material and design
to surrounding buildings and structures, to
reinforce the image of the community.
Driveways incorporate permeable paving strategies and are minimized in width.
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5.2.8 Vehicle Parking
Driveways
• Maximum driveway width shall be 2 cars, or the
width of the garage opening, whichever is less.
Garages
• A variety of garage typologies, including integral
front, integral rear and detached rear garages,
are encouraged throughout the community.
• Integral front garages should be integrated into
the massing and design of dwellings.
• Integral front garages should either be flush or
recessed relative to the primary building face of
dwellings, and should not project forward. The
primary building face may include the levels
above grade.
• Integral rear garages should either be integrated
into the massing of dwellings, or connected via a
breezeway.
• For street -facing garages, maximum garage
width should be 50% of the building widthThe
width of garage doors should be narrow, with
preference given to the use of multiple single
vehicle doors over double car garage doors.
• Garages should incorporate a design and
material quality which is consistent and
complementary to associated dwellings.
Surface Parking Lots
• Surface parking spaces should be located at
the side or rear of buildings, either served by
laneways or consolidated by block.
• Visitor / guest parking spaces should be clearly
distinguished from resident / employee parking
spaces, and should be coordinated in location.
• Landscaping and permeable, sustainable
materials and technologies will be prioritized.
• Surface parking spaces should be organized in
compact formations with significant, high -quality
soft landscaped edges, especially adjacent to the
public realm.
• Landscaping and site organization should
prioritize managing stormwater quality and
quantity on -site, wherever possible.
• Landscaping near parking and vehicle routes
should provide opportunities for shading, without
minimizing safety and visibility.
• Surface parking lots should be screened from
view along adjacent streets, through the use of
low-level landscape buffering.
• Pedestrian movement should be given priority
Materiality and design of the garage is consistent with the building.
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in the design of all parking facilities. Clearly
marked, direct and safe pedestrian routes should
be provided wherever possible and should be
separated when appropriate.
Lighting for parking should be oriented to limit
visual impact on adjacent neighbourhoods but
should otherwise be well distributed to enhance
safety and visibility.
Accessible parking spaces should have direct
access to building entrances and should not be
placed across a drive aisle.
Other Forms of Parking
• Above -grade structured parking, underground
or partially -recessed parking, if provided, shall
be designed to minimize its visual impact on the
public realm, inclusive of structures, driveways,
ramps, and vents.
• Above -grade structured parking shall be located
to the rear of buildings and screened from view
from streets and open spaces.
Surface parking with pedestrian walkway and
landscaping
5.2.9 Bicycle Parking for Multi -unit Residential,
Commercial and Public Buildings
• Internal bicycle parking within buildings should
be located at grade with direct access to the
adjacent street, wherever possible, or should
provide ramped access to the street.
• Internal bicycle parking should be made available
to employees and residents.
• All bicycle parking for visitors external to the
building should be covered, either by lobby
canopies, breezeways or independent shelter
structures.
• Bicycle parking should be provided in proximity
to mixed use buildings in order to encourage
active transportation.
• Adequate bicycle parking shall be provided at all
public buildings.
Visitor bicycle parking is sheltered.
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5.3 Building Design
Buildings should be planned and designed in
keeping with current iterations of the Accessibility
for Ontarians with Disabilities Standards and
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
Principles.
5.3.1 Character
Provide building forms, materials and architectural
character that are compatible with the historic
qualities of the Village of Newcastle.
For low-rise residential building design, consider
one or more of the following:
• simple massing forms for the overall building
massing
• simple roof forms
• gable and hip roofs
• models featuring brick or clapboard
• broad porches along the face of dwellings
• gable wall or roof dormers
• vertical window proportions
• architectural trim and details referencing
historic styles.
For commercial or mixed use building design,
consider one or more of the following:
• brick as the primary material in the podium
levels
• decorative brickwork, e.g. bands, reveals,
soldier courses, brick cornices
• strong cornice line above the ground floor
level
• strong cornice line at the top of the podium
level
• vertically proportioned punched windows in
the podium levels
• small stand-alone commercial buildings
designed to appear as a converted house
form (e.g. pitched roof, clapboard or brick).
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High quality architectural detailing, including brick and trim work, variety in window treatments. tall dormers, and long
porches spanning two units, help to create a dynamic streetscape for this long building type.
A variety of facades give the street frontage a unique character.
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5.3.2 Height, Massing and Transitions
Where building elevations are visible from
adjacent streets and open spaces, a variety of
massing can be achieved through alternative
facade treatments, roof line, emphasis, building
projections, materials, colours and architectural
styles.
Where significant grade changes occur
within a site, buildings should be designed to
accommodate such grade changes.
Where building frontages exceed 30 metres,
massing should be articulated or broken up
through a continuous rhythm of building fronts
achieved through a pattern of projections and
recessions, columns, datum lines, entrances,
signage, and/or glazed areas. This is important
to ensure that facades do not appear to be
overwhelming, and can create a sense of multiple
buildings along the length of the property.
Vertical breaks and stepbacks should also be
provided to maintain a comfortable pedestrian
environment.
5.3.3 Entrances
• Primary entrances shall address the street.
• Building entrances should be highly visible, and
should face and provide direct connections to
the adjacent street, or walkway, via pedestrian
walkways.
• Where permitted, entrances to secondary
suites should be located so as not to visually
detract from primary unit entrances. In the
case of corner conditions, such entrances are
encouraged to address flanking street frontages.
• Building entrances should promote visibility and
views between interior and exterior spaces.
• Entrances should be emphasized as focal points
in a building's facade and complementary to the
overall articulation and material palette of the
building.
• Weather protection and building entrances
should be provided through the use of covered
porches, porticos, wall recesses, canopies or
awnings, as consistent with the architectural
style of the building.
• Building entrances should be well lit. Natural
lighting is encouraged through the use of
sidelights, fanlights or door glazing. Wall -
mounted down -cast lighting is also appropriate
Building entrances are highly visible and provide direct connections to adjacent street.
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adjacent to building entrances.
• Patios associated with building entrances should
be consistent and proportionate in scale with the
architectural style and massing of the building.
• Steps and ramps should be architecturally
integrated within the building entrance.
• Elevated main front entrances and large
concentrations of steps at the front should
generally be avoided. Typically, a relationship of
no more than approximately 5 risers to the porch
is desirable to maintain a pedestrian scale. Site
grading conditions and various built form types
may warrant additional risers.
• Main entrances associated with residential
dwellings should be no greater than 1.5 storeys in
height.
• Entrance enhancements are encouraged, and
may include pilasters, masonry surrounds, a
variety of door styles, and a variety of transom
lights.
5.3.4 Projections
• The majority of dwellings should incorporate a
street -facing porch, portico or balcony.
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Primary entrances are accessible and face public
and/ or private roads.
• Porches and porticos, associated with dwellings,
should be located closer to the sidewalk / street
than the garage. This diminishes the visual
impact of the garage and creates a comfortable
pedestrian environment.
• Wraparound porches are encouraged for
dwellings on corner lots, where appropriate to
the style of the dwelling. Wraparound porches
should incorporate railings.
• Porch dimensions should be adequate to
comfortably accommodate seating. Porch depths
should generally be no less than 1.8 metres.
Deeper porches are encouraged and should be
in proportion of the scale of the building. Porticos
and balconies may have a reduced depth of 1.5
metres.
• Porch, portico and balcony design and detailing
should be consistent with the character of the
building.
• The width of stairs should be maximized to the
extent feasible to match the porch or portico
opening width.
• Where railings are used, they should be consistent
with the character of the building. Railings should
attach to porch columns and not wrap around
them. The colour of railings should reflect the
design of the dwelling.
The design of the porch is consistent with the
character of the building.
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• Balconies and terraces should be designed as
cohesive elements of the building, and should
not extend closer to the street than the ground
level porch.
5.3.5 Windows
• Windows should be designed as an expression of
interior use.
• Window sizes should be generous and have
proportions and details which are consistent with
the architectural style of the building.
• Windows should play a functional role in
providing natural ventilation and light, views and
privacy, and passive heat gain in cold seasons.
• Dwellings should incorporate bay windows, or
other large windows, adjacent to main living
areas, as well as smaller windows at primary
building entrances. Emphasis should be placed
on providing large windows on the ground floor.
• Where provided, basement windows should
match main floor windows. Large basement
windows are encouraged where grading
conditions permit.
• Where permitted, windows associated with
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Window sizes are generous.
basement secondary suites should be sufficiently
sized, proportioned and located to facilitate
adequate sunlight penetration and egress. The
use of window wells is encouraged in order to
limit finished first floor heights.
• Clear glass is preferred for all glazing, in order to
promote a high level of visibility.
• Where appropriate to the style of the building,
window mullions and muntin bars are
encouraged on publicly exposed elevations.
• Sills and lintels should be consistent with the
architectural style of the building.
• Where appropriate, shutters should have a width
equal to half of the associated window.
• The use of coloured window frames is
encouraged to add variety, appropriate to the
colour palette of the associated dwelling.
• Dormer windows should be designed and
situated to contribute to the overall massing
strategy and complement the location of lower
storey windows.
5.3.6 Roofs
• Roof types and forms should be consistent with
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the architectural style of the buildings.
• A variety of roof types and forms should be
provided along streetscapes.
• Roof materials should complement the building's
cladding materials.
• Wide roof overhangs are encouraged both as
a design feature and as a means of providing
shade and weather protection.
• Building designs are encouraged to incorporate
parapets or cornice treatments to provide an
interesting roof form.
• Roof elements, including chimneys, dormers,
pitches, cupolas, and vents are encouraged as
distinct elements, which contribute to the variety
of roof designs.
• Solar panels and green roofs are encouraged.
• Where incorporated as secondary roof elements,
metal accent roofs should be heavy gauge, and
be designed with a standing seam and a pre -
finished colour which complements the primary
roof colour.
• Vents located on side of buildings also should be
a color that blends with siding material and not
located facing the street.
• Vent stacks, gas flues and roof vents should
be located on the rear slope of the roof, when
possible. Roof vents should be of a pre -finished
Wide roof overhangs are encouraged to provide shade
and weather protection.
colour which complements that of the roof.
• Rooftop mechanical equipment should be
integrated into the roof design and screened
from public view.
• Rooftop amenity space shall be designed such
that railings and architectural details visible from
street level are integrated and consistent with
the architetural style of the building.
5.3.7 Materials
• Design and construction quality should reflect a
high level of craftsmanship.
• Building materials should be selected based
on their aesthetic quality, durability, energy
efficiency, lifecycle cost, and environmental
impact.
• Building materials should be appropriate to
their use and location, and consistent with the
expression of the area or district.
• A variety of materials and colour palettes are
encouraged.
• The installation and implementation of building
materials is as important as the selection of
the materials themselves. Careful attention
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should be paid to the detailing, connection and
juncture of building materials to create a clean
architectural expression.
• The material composition of upper storeys may
differ from base materials, but compatibility
and transition between materials should be
considered, and the rhythm and proportions of
the lower floors should be respected.
• Functional screens, including shade devices
and other passive solar design elements,
which complement the building design, are
encouraged.
• Side and rear facades should include materials of
equal quality to the front facade.
• Stone, stucco, pre -cast cement -fibre siding,
vinyl siding, pre -finished shakes / shingles and
pre -finished panelling are encouraged for use
as accent materials where consistent with the
architectural style of the building.
• Building materials that should be avoided or
limited in use include: concrete block, residential -
type metal siding, or large quantities of highly
reflective and mirrored finishes for glazing, or
finish effects that simulate another material.
• False facades are strongly discouraged.
• Material changes should occur at logical
locations including changes in plane or volume,
Encourage green roofs and provide flat roofs as private or
shared outdoor amenity spaces.
wall openings or downspouts. Material change
is discouraged at projecting (outside) corners;
instead, a minimum 2.5 metre material return is
preferred.
5.3.8 Articulation and Detailing
• Buildings should be designed to individually and
collectively contribute to the character of the
surrounding neighbourhood or district.
• Buildings should have a unique identity, while
respecting and responding to the surrounding
context.
• Individual buildings should be self -consistent in
architectural expression, with appropriate facade
detailing, materials and colours consistent with
its architectural style.
• Primary building facades, which address adjacent
streets or open spaces, should be articulated
through the use of design elements such as
entrances, windows, projections, recesses,
canopies, awnings, and changes in material.
Primary building facades should not be blank.
• Secondary building facades, which address
adjacent streets or open spaces, or are visible
from the public realm, should contain a design
and material standard equal to the primary
building facade. Secondary building facades,
which are not visible from the public realm, may
be blank.
• Where blank walls occur, the use of additional
architectural details and building materials is
encouraged.
• Functional building elements such as vents and
rainwater leaders should be integrated into the
design of the building, where possible.
• Utilities, vents and other unsightly elements
should be integrated into the design of the
building, and screened from public view.
• A variety of architectural expressions and
elevation treatments should be provided.
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5.4 Detached, Semi -Detached,
Townhouse and Stacked Townhouse
Dwellings
For single detached and semi-detached:
• identical building elevations should not be
located side by side or directly opposite
from one another. Such elevations should be
separated by a minimum of 2 buildings.
• identical building elevations should not appear
more than 3 times within a cluster of 10 dwelling
units.
For semi-detached and all townhouses:
• all the units that comprise the building should
be compatible in terms of design expression.
Elevations may be symmetrical or asymmetrical.
• Dwellings should be fully -attached above grade.
For all townhouses:
• Exterior walls should be articulated, through the
stepping of units and the use of bays, gables and
porches, to avoid large unbroken expanses of
Single detached dwellings articulate a distinctive identity.
roof or wall planes.
• Townhouse block widths may range from 3 to 8
adjacent horizontal units.
• Privacy screens should be provided between
outdoor amenity spaces of neighbouring units.
For stacked townhouses:
• Provide a separate and clearly articulated main
front door for each unit.
• Set back rooftop access from the street edge.
• Provide soft landscaping within the front yard
that can accommodate low planting and a small
tree.
Both halves of a semi-detached dwelling are consistent
in architectural style.
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5.5 Low -Rise Apartment Buildings
• A minimum of 50% of the street frontage shall be
occupied by the primary building massing.
• A minimum of 70% of the building's frontage
should be built to the applicable minimum front
and exterior side yard setbacks. The remaining
30% may be setback a maximum of 2.0
additional metres.
• Low-rise apartment buildings should have a
podium with a minimum streetwall height of 2
storeys and a maximum streetwall height of 4
storeys. Above the podium, upper levels shall
have a minimum stepback of 1.5 metres.
• Where residential uses are anticipated at -
grade, such buildings should have a maximum
finished ground floor height of 1.5 metres above
established grade.
• Where residential uses are anticipated at -grade,
such buildings should incorporate a minimum
ground floor height of 3.5 metres, measured
floor -to -floor.
• Where provided, upper storey residential
apartment units should be accessed via a
consolidated lobby.
• Ground floor residential units facing streets
or public walkways are encouraged to have
individual entrances accessing the sidewalk.
• The ground floor facade and the front yard
shall be designed to provide a transition to the
sidewalk that emulates a traditional front yard,
such as by providing a stoop or porch, stairs,
walkway, and low walls or landscaping.
• Private outdoor amenity space should be
provided through the provision of balconies and
terraces.
• Privacy screens should be provided between
outdoor amenity spaces of units that do not face
streets.
• Common outdoor amenity space should be
provided in the form of landscaped courtyards,
forecourts, and accessible rooftops.
• Street furniture including seating and bicycle
parking should be provided adjacent to low-rise
mixed use buildings in order to enhance the
pedestrian experience and contribute to the
character of the area or district.
Individual entrances for units facing public walkway, and upper storey residential apartment units accessed by a
consolidated lobby
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5.7.5 Parking
• All required vehicle parking should be provided
on -site, via surface parking areas or underground
structured parking facilities.
• Surface parking shall be located at the side or
rear of the building.
Entrances
• For corner buildings, locate main entrances at or
near the corner of the building so as to animate
both sidewalks. Where multiple building entrances
are desired, they are encouraged to address both
frontages.
• Entrances may be recessed where located
directly adjacent to public sidewalks so as to
minimize the obstruction of open doors.
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5.6 Neighbourhood centre
Built form in the neighbourhood centre will be street-
orientied and human scaled, with a fine grained
rhythm of uses and buildings. The central focus
of the built form guidelines for the neighbourhood
centre is the comfort, convenience, security and
visual interest of the pedestrian as shaped by the
experience at the level of the sidewalk.
The design objective for development is to create a
main street character. This is defined by:
• well -framed and animated public streets and
spaces
• 2 to 6-storey buildings at the street edge forming
a continuous rhythm of narrow storefronts
• residential uses above retail
• a range of building typologies and variety in
architectural expression.
The following neighbourhood centre built form
guidelines are primarily intended for the mixed use
blocks. However, they can also be used to inform the
design of live -work or other commercial uses within
the neighbourhood centre area.
Ground floor entrances to retail should be located
Siting & Orientation
• Buildings should have a consistent setback from
the right-of-way along street frontages.
• Buildings may be located a maximum of 3 metres
from the right-of-way to provide a flexible space
in front of commercial and retail.
• Buildings, the public square, mid -block
connections, and/or other public spaces shall
occupy a minimum of 75% of the site frontages
along Streets A and B, with buildings themselves
occupying a minimum of 50% of the frontages.
Parking, driveways and other non-pedestrian-
oreinted facilities are limited to 25% of the site
frontages of Streets A and B.
• Ground floor entrances to retail, commercial
and other non-residential uses shall be located
along Street A or B, or the public square. Retail
entrances shall not be located to face parking
lots. Direct walkway connections between the
parking lot in the rear and the street edge shall
be provided.
Height & Massing
• Streetwall heights should be no less than
2-storeys and no taller than 4 storeys, at which
Streetwall height of 3-storey
along street A or B
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point a minimum 1.5 metres stepback free of
encroachments should be provided above the
streetwal I
• Buildings, or portions of buildings, within 10
metres of adjacent residential of lower height
shall be capped at 4 storeys height to provide a
transition.
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Interface with the Public Realm
A building's interface with a street or public space
refers to the character and quality of the lower
podium levels that meet the sidewalk and can make
the greatest impact on the quality of the public realm
and pedestrian experience.
• Streetwalls should be designed to have the
highest possible material and architectural
quality.
• Blank walls at -grade are prohibited on any street
frontage.
• Buildings should address prominent
intersections by locating principle entrances at
the corner, and providing distinct architectural
elements in massing (e.g. spires, projections) or
materials.
• Guidelines for commercial interfaces include:
• The grade -level should have a prominent
presence on the street with a floor -to -floor
height that is no less than 4.5 metres.
• Primary entrances should be oriented to
the street or open space with minimum 75%
clear glazing at -grade to maximize visual
transparency and street animation.
• To create an inviting `main street'
environment, smaller -scale retail formats
should be located at the street frontage
or facing public space, with larger formats
directed to the second level.
• Where larger format retail (over 1,500 square
metres) is located at -grade, it should be
articulated as narrow shop fronts, and if
possible, multiple entrances.
• Weather protection for pedestrians is
encouraged through the use of awnings and
canopies.
• Arcades or colonnades, if provided, should
be continuous along a block with an interior
height of 2 storeys and a minimum clearway
of 2 metres.
• Spill -out commercial activity such as outdoor
cafes is encouraged.
• Encroachments into the public realm should
be permitted for awnings, outdoor cafes,
entry features, and perpendicular signage.
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Visually Prominent Sites
Corner buildings have visual prominence because
they front onto two streets, frame intersections, and
are viewed from two or more streets. Buildings sited
at the ends of or bends in streets terminate a view,
and orient visitors to a place.
• Provide a distinct architectural response,
with elevated use of design and materials, for
buildings at visually prominent sites to create
landmarks.
• Align design features to the view axis which,
in addition to tall architectural elements, can
include aligned entries, portico openings,
projections, or bays.
• Modest exceptions to step backs and height
restrictions encourage massing and design that
accentuate the visual prominence of the site,
such as spires and turrets.
• Facade design should address both street
frontages with a primary expression.
• Ground floor uses should address both street
frontages through entries and glazing.
Commercial Signage
Commercial signage plays an important role in the
overall image of the neighbourhood centre. Signs
should be consistent with by-laws and contribute
to the quality of individual buildings and the overall
streetscape.
• Signs are encouraged to be constructed using
high quality materials and be well maintained.
• Facade signs with individual three-dimensional
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letters are encouraged.
• To minimize visual clutter, signage should be
integrated into the design of building facades
wherever possible, through placement within
architectural bays and friezes.
• Signage should not obscure windows, cornices
or other architectural elements.
• Commercial signage should not overwhelm the
building and/or the storefront.
• Large freestanding signs, roof signs, large-
scale advertising such as billboards, and back
lit illuminated rectangular sign boxes are
discouraged.
• Highly animated and illuminated digital signage
should not be permitted where residential uses
can be impacted.
Loading & Parking
A key objective is to promote walkability within the
neighbourhood centre area, recognizing that it will
be accessed and serviced by vehicles.
• No parking, drive aisles, stacking lanes, or
loading should be located between the street
and the building, or between the building and an
Pedestrian walkway incorporated into parking area.
adjacent open space.
• Driveways should be shared where possible,
between adjacent properties in order to reduce
the extent of curb cuts in the streetscape and
potential conflicts with pedestrians along the
sidewalk.
• Rear lanes or shared driveways should be
used for townhouse and mixed -use residential
developments.
• Pick-up and drop-off access should be provided
at the rear of buildings, or, in small layby zones
within the on -street parking lane.
Surface Parking Lots
• All parking should be accommodated on the
street, in parking areas located at the rear or
side of the building where they are generally not
visible to public view, or in parking structures
hidden from view.
• Exposed surface parking areas should be
screened from view with elements such as low
decorative fencing, architectural features, and
landscape buffers.
• Surface parking areas are encouraged to be
paved with light-coloured and permeable paving.
Trees used to to break up the parking areas and
reduce heat-island effect
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• Landscaping to break up the parking areas,
reduce heat-island effect, and buffer adjacent
residential properties is encouraged at a ratio of
one tree per five parking spaces.
• Landscaped islands should have a minimum
width of 3.0 metres.
• Landscaping should be used to screen loading
and servicing areas where visible from public
view.
• Pedestrian walkways and landscaping should be
incorporated into parking areas to enable safe,
clear and direct movement to Streets A and B,
and the public square.
• Where walkways cross drive aisles, they should
be clearly articulated through the use of surface
materials and colour.
• Shared parking among uses is encouraged.
Above -Grade Parking Structures (If needed)
• Vehicular access from driveways or lanes is
preferred.
• Where an above grade parking facility fronts on
a street, the ground -level frontage must provide
retail, public or other active uses along 90% of
the building length.
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Pedestrian walkway incorporated into parking area
• Facade design shall conceal the parking function
and, reinforce the built character and blend into
the streetscape, using high quality materials
compatible with other mixed -use buildings
• Pedestrian access to above -grade parking
structures should provide amenities such as
awnings, canopies, and sheltered entries.
• Stairways, elevators and entries should be clearly
visible, well lit and easily accessible.
• Signage and wayfinding should be integrated
into the design of public parking structures..
• The impact of interior garage lighting on
adjacent residential uses should be minimized,
while ensuring that safe and adequate lighting
levels are maintained.
Pedestrian walkway incorporated into parking area.
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5.7 Highway Commercial
• Site design shall respond to the surrounding
context and create a comfortable and attractive
pedestrian -scaled environment with a cohesive
image.
• Building facades facing public streets shall be
well -articulated and incorporate a high degree of
glazing. Blank walls are not permitted.
• A direct pedestrian walkway connection shall
be provided from each street frontage, linking
the street sidewalk with a building entrance.
Crosswalks over drive aisles shall be clearly
marked.
• Site and building signage shall be coordinated in
colour, materials and graphics.
• Landscaping, inclusive of groundcovers, low
ornamental shrubs and canopy trees, shall be
provided along all street edges. Landscaping
shall, at tree maturity, provide clear sight lines
between the shrub layer and the canopy layer
into and out of the site.
• Buffer landscaping, inclusive of groundcovers,
shrubs and canopy trees, shall be provided along
all lot lines adjacent to residential lots or the
highway.
• A solid fence of minimum 2 metres height shall
be provided along all residential lot lines.
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6.0 Public Realm Design Guidelines
The public realm is comprised of publicly -owned
spaces and land uses, including public open spaces,
streets, trails, mid -block connections, and the
potential school site. The public realm collectively
defines the character of the community, and hosts its
public life. Good design of the public realm promotes
community use, an increased sense of belonging,
and plays a big part in creating a distinct identity for
the North Village.
6.1 Public Parks
• Public Parks should be provided in central
locations, and should be visible and accessible to
residents.
• Public parks together with an interconnected
public road system will be considered as part of
an integrated public realm.
• Direct connections to the walkways and facilities
within public parks shall be provided from all
adjacent sidewalks, including consideration for
cyclists.
• Public parks shall have street frontages on at
least two sides. No reverse frontage is permitted
on parks.
• Public Parks should incorporate an appropriate
range and variety of active and passive
recreational uses for a variety of ages and
abilities. While features and amenities within
specific parks will vary depending on need,
such features may include junior and senior
play structures, trails, multi -purpose play
courts, splash pads, shade structures, seating
areas, formal entries with seating areas, un-
programmed open space, and structured sports
fields.
• Public Park plantings should comprise of
species which are tolerant of urban conditions,
emphasizing native and non-invasive species.
Accent planting should be focused at formal
entries, and around seating areas and play areas.
• Parks shall be designed to promote sustainability
in an urban context, including:
• plant selection to maximize biodiversity
• planting and grading to provide stormwater
management benefits
• maximize biomass, particularly large canopy
trees
• planting for pollinator, avian and other
species habitat
• use of turf grass only where required by park
program elements such as play areas
• minimize impermeable surfaces
• low carbon facilities and infrastructure.
• Tree plantings should generally respond to
the use and program of the park area, in order
to optimize pedestrian comfort by providing
opportunities for both sun and shade.
• Where on -street parking is permitted adjacent
to Public Parks and Open Spaces, such features
should be situated on the same side of the street
as the park, in order to facilitate convenient,
direct and safe access.
• Formal entries to Public Parks should be
strategically located, in order to ensure
convenience access.
• Public Parks should incorporate permeable
paving treatments in large areas of hard surface.
• Public Parks should be planned and designed
in keeping with current policy directions of the
Municipality of Clarington.
6.2 Neighbourhood Park
• The Neighbourhood Park should be dimensioned
in keeping with the Municipality of Clarington
standards, between 1.5 and 3.0 hectares in area.
• The Neighbourhood Park should be situated in
the centre of the North Village, and should front
onto Streets A and B, and Local Roads. It should
accessible within a 500 metre walking distance
of most residents. Colocate Neighbourhood park
with the school.
• The Neighbourhood Park should be framed by
and open to public streets on at least three sides.
• The Neighbourhood Park should serve a broader
spectrum of users associated with higher
density mixed -use areas and that include those
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that live, work and visit. It should incorporate
recreational programming elements which target
neighbourhood residents ranging from children,
to families to seniors.
• The Neghbourhood Park should accommodate
a range of functions including a flexible hard
surface space for public gathering and events.
• Consider coordination and design of the
neighbourhood park and school site in order to
capitalize on opportunities for complimentary
facilities and amenities, such as parking, sports
fields, and playgrounds.
6.3 Parkettes
• Parkettes should be dimensioned in keeping with
the Municipality of Clarington, with areas from
0.5 to 1.0 hectares.
• Parkettes should be situated centrally within
individual neighbourhoods, and should be
accessible within a 250 metre walking distance
of most residents.
• Parkettes should be located along internal
streets that connect the neighbourhood
together and that provide connectivity to the
mixed use center.
• Parkettes should be framed by public streets on
at least two sides.
Neighbourhood Parks should include seating areas, trees,
and accent/ decorative planting.
• Parkettes should incorporate recreational
programming elements which target
neighbourhood residents. Each parkette should
provide elements for children, which may include
purpose-built playgrounds or multi -purpose play,
challenge and mobility elements.
• Parkettes should incorporate seating areas,
refuse / recycling receptacles, bicycle locks,
pedestrian -scaled lighting, trees, accent /
decorative planting, hard and soft landscaping,
shade structures and public art, in appropriate
locations.
Dark sky compliant LED bollard lights in public park.
Parkette with Playground
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6.4 Streets and Mid -Block
Connections
• Streets should be designed to reflect complete
street design principles, in order to balance
the needs, safety and comfort of pedestrians,
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• Streets should be designed and laid out
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focal points.
• Street patterns should provide significant views
and vistas, where feasible.
• Boulevard widths should be sufficient to
support the healthy growth and development of
boulevard trees.
• Pavement widths should be minimized. Minimum
lane widths are preferred wherever possible.
• Block lengths should generally be a maximun
of 200 metres. In special circumstances, where
blocks lengths exceed 250 metres, a mid -block
connection for pedestrians and cyclists or a mid -
block Parkette should be provided.
• Street networks should be planned and designed
in keeping with current policy directions of the
Municipality of Clarington.
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6.4.1 Arterial Roads
Arterial roads accommodate a range of travel modes,
including passenger vehicles, public transit, cyclists,
and pedestrians.
Type B Arterial
• Regional Road 17 and Concession Road 3 (west
of Regional Road 17) are Type B Arterial roads.
• Type B Arterial Roads should have a right-of-way
width of 30 metres.
• A Multi -Use Path with a minimum width of 3
metres, should be provided on one side of the
Aterial Road.
• A pedestrian clearway, with a minimum width of
2 metres, should be provided on the other side of
Arterial roads.
• Individual access driveways for residential units
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are prohibited.
• Transit facilities may be acommodated on Type
B Arterial roads.
Type C Arterial
• Arthur Street and Concession Road 3 (east of
Regional Road 17) are Type C Arterial roads.
• Type C Arterial roads will have a minimum right-
of-way width of 26-30 metres.
• Provide pedestrian clearways on both sides
of the right-of-way with a minimum width of 2
meters.
• Planting boulevards, with a minimum width of
2.0 metres, should be provided to facilitate street
trees and landscaping on both sides of Type C
Arterial Roads.
• Type B arterials shall accommodate cycling
facilites within the boulevards, which could be a
Multi -Use Path or one-way bicycle lanes.
• Transit facilities may be acommodated on Type
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6.4.2 Collector Roads
• Collector Roads should have a right-of-way
width of 23 metres.
• Provide pedestrian clearways on both sides
of the right-of-way with a minimum width of 2
meters.
• Collector Roads have on -street cycling routes.
• On -street parking with a minimum width of 2.25
meters should be provided on both sides of the
road.
• Planting boulevards, with a minimum width of
2.5 metres, should be provided to facilitate street
trees and landscaping on both sides of Collector
Roads.
• Shared driveway access is encouraged on
Collector Roads.
• Transit facilities may be acommodated on
Collector roads.
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6.4.3 Local Roads
• Local Roads should have a right-of-way width of
20 metres.
• On -street parking with a minimum width of 2.25
metres, should be provided on both sides of
Local Roads.
• Provide pedestrian clearways on both sides
of the right-of-way with a minimum width of 2
meters for all local roads that connect to the
village centre, school site or public open spaces.
• For other local roads provide a pedestrian
clearway on one side with a minimum width of 2
meters. The opposite boulevard will have a wider
planting zone.
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Local Road with Multi -use Path / Trail
• The local roads with a multi -use path is located
along the west edge of the North Village,
adjacent to Highway 35/115. The multi -use path
is accommodated within the municipal right-
of-way, and provides connectivity within the
community, from the highway commercial site
in the north, to the future development to the
south.
• The total right-of-way width is 23.5 metres.
• A Multi -Use Path with a minimum width of 3
metres should be provided on the west side of
the road.
• A row of trees will be provided along both sides
of the multi -use path.
• A pedestrian clearway, with a minimum width of
2 metres, should be provide on the east side.
• Planting beds, with a minimum width of 2.0
metres, should be provided to facilitate street
trees on both sides.
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6.4.4 Public Rear Lanes
• Rear lanes should be considered adjacent to
Arterial Roads and Public Parks within the
medium density land use category, in order to
provide a street -oriented built form presence
with a continuous rhythm of building frontages
and front yard landscaping, while eliminating the
need for front yard driveways.
• Rear lanes should have a minimum right-of-way
width of 8 metres.
• Where detached laneway-facing garages are
desired, such buildings are encouraged to attach
as pairs to provide a consolidated appearance.
• Rear garages should be located close to the
edge of the adjacent laneway, in order to
discourage parking within the lane.
• Rear lanes should terminate onto Local Roads
for ease of snow clearing.
• The use of permeable surface materials is
encouraged throughout Rear lanes.
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6.4.5 Mid -Block Connections
• Mid -block connections are pedestrian and cyclist
movement corridors that provide additional
connectivity through the community where
block lengths exceed 250 metres.
• Mid -Block connections should have a width of 6
metres.
• Pathways should provide a clear, unobstructed
path with gentle grades and be a minimum of 3
metres in width to serve all users.
• Planting and furnishing zones with a minumun
1.5 meters width should be provided on both
sides.
• Mid -block connections shall have adequate
lighting from adjacent streets or from within the
mid -block connection to enhance safety and
visibility, but without causing adverse impacts on
adjacent residential uses.
and multi -use and
furm8hing Path furnishing
zone zone
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6.4.6 Residential Sidewalks, Crosswalks and
Intersections
• Sidewalks are the primary pedestrian movement
corridors through the community and provide
access to its amenities and destinations.
• Sidewalks should provide a clear, unobstructed
path of travel with gentle grades and be a
minimum of 2 metres in width to serve all users.
• Adjacent sidewalks, pedestrian and cycling
connections, Public Park pathways, and walkway
connections to front entrances located on
private property should connect to public
sidewalks.
• Street intersections should be clearly visible for
all modes of travel, without visual obstructions.
• Street name signs should be clearly visible at all
intersections.
• Crosswalks should provide a continuous path of
pedestrian travel with all adjacent sidewalks.
• Universal access should be provided at all
crosswalks, including curb ramps and tactile
surface indicators to facilitate access for the
visually impaired.
• Crosswalk safety should be emphasized by
appropriate surface markings, construction
materials and/or signage.
• Signalization should promote pedestrian safety
and convenience.
6.5 Streetscape elements
• Street furniture, including seating, bicycle racks,
waste receptacles, light poles, bollards, signs and
wayfinding should have a consistent style that
creates a unified image for the neighbourhood
and promotes a pedestrian scale.
• Variation in streetscape elements may delineate
special locations within North Village including
gateways and the mixed use centre.
• Street furniture should be placed at regular
intervals along streets and throughout the
community
• Group street furniture and community mailboxes
to provide focal points and amenities at
gateways, prominent intersections, public parks
and their adjacent streetscapes, and to reinforce
focal points.
• Lighting should be low energy and dark sky
compliant.
• Public art that enhances the sense of place and
contributes to the overall character, culture and
history of North Village is encouraged.
• Locate public art where it is highly visible to the
community, for example within the mixed use
centre, public parks, or at gateways.
• Public art should be accessible, durable and
easily maintained.
• Above grade utilities should be designed to
be visually unobstructive in the streetscape.
Generally, locate utilities where they are
screened from view by building massing
or landscaping, and away from high profile
intersections. Provide decorative screening or
public art treatments where utilities are exposed
to view.
6.6 Prominent Intersections/
Gateways
• Buildings and streetscaping at prominent
intersections and gateways will be undertaken at
a high standard of architectural and landscape
design quality.
• Buildings should make a significant contribution
to the character and identity of the community,
while respecting the immediate context and
creating a distinct built form, appearance or
landmark.
• Enhanced landscaping should respond to
each location and can include decorative
walls, seating areas, bicycle facilities, refuse/
recycling receptacles, patios, pergolas, event and
gathering spaces, trees and landscaping, signage
and wayfinding elements, banners, public art, and
special paving treatments.
• Wayfinding and identity signage is encouraged.
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6.7 Universal Design
• Universal design is an integral consideration in
the design of the built environment. Throughout
North Village, all development will be undertaken
in accordance with the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Design of Public
Spaces Standards O. Reg 413/12, Ontario Building
Code and any other applicable or successor
legislation including municipal and Regional
standards.
• Universal design principles shall be given to
pedestrian circulation, including the adequate
design and location of designated parking
spaces, close to building entrances to avoid
vehicular circulation conflicts; curb ramps,
pedestrian drop-off areas, steps, building
entrances, signage, rest areas and lighting.
• Pedestrian networks should be barrier -free, with
direct paths, slip -resistant surfaces, minimal
interruptions from access driveways, and without
abrupt grade changes.
• All street furniture should be located outside of
main pedestrian networks, in order to ensure
that pathways remain clear and unobstructed.
• Housing models should incorporate options
which can be easily upgraded or modified to
accommodate persons with mobility challenges.
• Barrier -free access to the ground level of all
publicly accessible buildings within the mixed
use centre should be provided. Ramps, and
access structures and equipment, should be
designed to harmonize with buildings.
6.8 Parking
• On -street parallel parking should be provided,
wherever possible, to animate streets, provide
traffic calming and serve as a buffer between
pedestrians and vehicles.
• Convenient parking for bicycles, scooters and
strollers should be provided in public parks and
the mixed use centre to encourage alternative
transportation options and active transportation.
• Bicycle parking should be provided where it does
not impede pedestrian movement, gathering
areas or children's play.
Bicycle parking and seating areas in public spaces
Convenient parking for bicycles, scooters and strollers
should be provided in public parks
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6.9 Schools
• School sites should be centrally located within
the neighbourhood and form part of the
neighbourhood centre, with frontage along
Streets A and B.
• Site design should prioritize pedestrian routes
and play areas.
• Pedestrian crosswalks with clear markings
shall be provided at all surrounding street
intersections. Wide, direct paved routes leading
directly to building entrances should be provided
from the intersection of Streets A and B.
• The school building should be located at the
corner of Streets A and B, with a main front
entrance addressing the corner.
• Facade design should address Streets A and
B with a frontal appearance, including a high
degree of glazing, and multiple entrances if
appropriate.
• General parking, including bicycle parking,
should be located at the side or rear of the
school building, and never between the building
and a right-of-way.
• Pick up and drop off should be located where
it will minimize impact on the pedestrian realm,
such as:
• The school site should be designed in
conjunction with the Parkette as a public
open space and destination, with shared
community use outside of school hours.
• along the street in clearly marked layby lanes
• at the side or rear of the school building.
• Clearly delineated cycling connections
should be provided from the adjacent cycling
lanes to the school site.
6.10 Reservoir and Pumping Station
• Site design shall respond to the surrounding
context and create a comfortable and attractive
pedestrian -scaled environment with a cohesive
image.
• Building facades facing public streets shall be
well -articulated.
• Landscaping, inclusive of groundcovers, low
ornamental shrubs and canopy trees, shall be
provided along all street edges. Landscaping
shall, at tree maturity, provide clear sight lines
between the shrub layer and the canopy layer
into and out of the site.
6.11 Neighbourhood Centre
The quality of the public realm is critical to the
success of the neighbourhood centre. To create
the kind of village core that is compatible with the
character of Newcastle envisioned by the Secondary
Plan will require enhanced streets and public open
spaces. They will need to be designed as unique
features, with ongoing maintenance matching their
design quality. A standard approach to street and
park design is not sufficient.
The public realm includes spaces that are in or
contiguous with the public domain, including lands
in public ownership and those that are privately held
but publicly accessible.
6.11.1 Streetscapes
• Streets A and B are the primary means of
access and circulation in the neighbourhood
centre. They serve the an important civic
function and have the greatest impact on how
the neighbourhood centre is experienced.
They will have an enhanced streetscape design
that creates a distinct sense of place as a
`linear urban room' Elements of the enhanced
streetscape are described below.
• Streets A and B will be designed with Complete
Street principles, balancing their primary
function in the neighbourhood centre as
pedestrian and cycling corridors, with their
vehicular function as collector streets.
• The following guidelines provide design
objectives for Streets A and B. They are
accompanied by potential cross sections that
demonstrate a range of design configurations
that can achieve their pedestrian and
placemaking function.
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Minimun 2.5 metre pedestrian clearway.
Continuous sidewalk surface from r
building face to on -street parking lane.
'Distinguish between zones through
material, colour and/or texture.
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Pedestrian Realm
Street furniture
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• Provide a minimum 2.5 metre pedestrian
clearway.
• Sidewalk surface should be continuous from
building face to on -street parking lane. Sod
boulevards are not appropriate.
• Consider a cycle track that is safe for cyclists
and separated from pedestrian sidewalk,
including a 0.6-1.0m cane -detectable buffer if at
sidewalk level.
• Use a decorative paving surfaces for the
sidewalk, cycle track and on -street parking
zones. Distinguish between zones through
material, colour and/or texture.
• Provide a multi -purpose boulevard at the
curb edge that accommodates the following
functions:
• on -street parking and layby lane raised
above the driving lane surface by a
mountable roll curb or similar
• street furniture including seating, bicycle
lock up, street and pedestrian lighting.
• Street trees should be spaced to provide
a continuous canopy at ten years after
installation. on both sides of the street, along
80% of the length of Streets A and B.
• Street trees should have a minimum of 30
cubic metres of soil per tree. This could be
in the form of generous open planting areas,
tree grates with soil cells, or a combination.
• Wherever possible, direct surface water to
planting areas and rain gardens.
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• Lighting and street furniture should be
spaced close together along the street.
• Consider assymetrical configurations that
create a wider boulevard on one side of the
street:
• Creates a promenade that can connect the
public square, school, and/or neighbourhood
park
• Can accommodate a double row of trees
along the promenade.
Vehicular Realm
• Reduce vehicular speeds to a minimum.
• Reduce lane widths and turn radii to a minimum.
• Avoid dedicated turn lanes.
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Enhaced Streetscape: Design Elments
Boulevard Parking
Rain garden planters with integrated seating
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Multi -purpose Mountable Boulevards, Kitchener
Cycle Track in sidewalk, Mainland
Multi -purpose Mountable Boulevards
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Option 1: Traditional Main Street
This example shows a traditional main street
character with identical treatment on both sides of
the street.
• Narrow vehicular travel lanes
• Raised multi -purpose boulevard with on -street
parking, street trees and furniture on both sides
• Pedestrian clearway
• Building setback provides retail spill out space
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Option 2: Promenade on One Side
This example shows a traditional main street
character with asymmetrical treatment for each side
of the street.
• Narrow vehicular travel lanes
• Raised multi -purpose boulevard with on -street
parking on one side, and a double row of street
trees on the other side
• Pedestrian clearway
• Building setback provides retail spill out space
Wide pedestrian promenade on one side with integrated
cycle track.
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6.11.2 Prominent Intersections
Prominent intersections signal key points of entry
into the neighbourhood centre, reinforce a distinct
identity, and serve a orienting devices. The design
of open spaces, landscaping, signage, public art and
architecture should be coordinated.
Create a landmark or gateway element at one or
both prominent intersections that creates a distinct
identity for the neighbourhood centre. This can
include public art, unique streetscape furniture, or
significantly enhanced landscaping.
Provide intuitive wayfinding and/or signage that
directs pedestrians, cyclists and motorists to the
neighbourhood centre.
Prominent Intersection at Regional Road 17 &
Street A
Given the arterial road function of RR17, this location
will be afforded the greatest exposure and visibility
to passing motorists.
• The special streetscape treatment of Street A
shall be continuous from Street B to RR17.
• Residential -only buildings at the intersection
should have taller massing than adjacent
Prominent intersection created with architectural element.
residential, minimum 3 storeys. Design them to
be compatible with the commercial/mixed-use
buildings using techniques such as:
• live -work
• flat roofs
• planar, vertical streetwall
• reduced setback along Street A
• taller ground floor height
• distinct cornice line above the first floor and/
or at the roof line.
Prominent Intersection at Street A & Street B
This prominent intersection encompasses the
mixed -use blocks, neighbourhood park and school
site. Each of these functions contributes to the
enhancement of the intersection.
• Site the school building to define the frontages
of Street A and B, including the provision of a
main entrance at the corner.
• Design the parkette to have a main pedestrian
and cycling gateway at the corner of Streets A
and B. Provide a gathering space with plenty
of seating, bicycle facilities, shade and other
amenities.
• Provide broad crosswalks demarcated through
special treatments such as paving or public art.
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• Ensure the landscape treatment is consistent
across all four corners, extending to all adjacent
building faces.
• At the corners of Streets A and B, provide special
features in the design of the mixed use blocks,
either enhanced built form or by locating the
public square at the corner.
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Prominent intersection created with public art.
Prominent intersections created with public art & lighting.
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6.11.3 Public Square
The public square is a modestly scaled open space
that serves as the main gathering place for the
community and can accommodate events, markets
and festivals, as well as day to day activities such as
lingering, socializing, eating, playing and relaxing.
• Ensure the public square has a minimum of 30
metres of frontage along Street A or B, and a
minimum area (excluding the right-of-way) of
600 square metres.
• Provide a placemaking element in the built form
or public realm.
• Minimize shadow and microclimatic impacts on
the public square from adjacent buildnigs during
the shoulder seasons, to the extent possible,
recognizing the importance of defining the edge
of the square with buildings.
• The public square design shall extend from the
adjacent right-of-way(s) to the building face
through a continuity in the landscape treatment.
• Provide a large hard surface area with unique,
high quality decorative paving that is flexible to
accommodate retail spill out, cafes, and small
events.
Public Square with retail at ground level.
Public Square with pedestrian amenities.
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There are many locations and configurations the
public square could take within one or both of the
mixed use blocks to achieve the design objectives.
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6.11.4 Mid -block Connections
Mid -block connections can enhance the
convenience and experience of the neighbourhood
centre on foot. They promote pedestrian circulation
and connectivity, strengthening retail viability.
They can be located in the surrounding urban
fabric to enhance community connectivity to the
neighbourhood centre, or within the mixed use
blocks. Where possible they should be lined with
shops and services.
• Mid -block pedestrian connections should be
provided between buildings and through parking
lots. They should connect the parking areas in
rear to the public square and Streets A and B.
• To enhance safety, mid -block connections
should be designed according to Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design
(CPTED) principles, including:
• adequate lighting;
• clear sight lines, allowing view from one end
of the walkway to the other;
• appropriate landscaping that avoids creating
blind spots or concealing spaces; and,
• transparency and animated uses adjacent
to public walkways to ensure informal
surveillance and enhance the sense of safety.
Mid -Block connection with double row of trees.
Clearly visible mid -block connection
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6.11.5 Crosswalks
Crosswalks aligned with desired walking patterns
and destinations are important to creating a
convenient, safe pedestrian environment, and
calming traffic.
• Well -articulated crosswalks should be provided
at all street intersections, including at a minimum
Streets A and B, and, Street A and RR17.
• Signalized pedestrian crosswalks should
be provided at mid -block locations or non -
signalized intersections where important
destinations or significant walking traffic is
anticipated, such as at open spaces, mid -block
connectinos, schools or other pedestrian desire
lines.
• Pedestrian crosswalks should have a minimum
width of 3.0 metres.
• The primary sidewalk surface should be
continuous across vehicular driveways to act as
a clear crosswalk.
• To enhance their visibility and quality, pedestrian
crossings should utilize distinctive paving, or
at a minimum they should be identified with
distinctive painted lines.
• Curb ramp designs at intersections should
Cycle and pedestrian crossing.
have raised tactile surfaces or materials with
contrasting sound properties to help pedestrians
with visual impairments.
Pedestrian crossings should be identified with distinctive
painted lines.
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TO Interpretation
The North Village Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines are primarliy focused on design matters:
how streets, public spaces, site layouts, buildings,
and sustainability initiatives should be planned,
designed and implemented. They provide further
direction to, and should be interpreted in conjunction
with, the Official Plan and the North Village
Secondary Plan.
Other municipal policies and guidelines that are
applicable to the North Village include:
• the Zoning by-law
• Municipality of Clarington Corporate Climate
Action Plan
• Clarington General Architectural Design
Guidelines.
The North Village Urban Design and Sustainability
Guidelines provide standards, benchmarks and tools
to create a great community consistent with the
Vision and Principles. They should be interpreted
with flexibility. Exceptional development proposals
may differ from these guildelines, but demonstrate
conformity with both the community's Vision
and Principles and the spirit and intent of these
Guidelines. They should be assessed on their merits.
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Corporation Municipality of Clarington
By-law Number 2023-XX
Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law
for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington deems it
advisable to amend By-law 84-63, as amended, of the Corporation of the Municipality of
Clarington for ZBA-2023-XX;
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of
Clarington enacts as follows:
1. Sections 14, 15, and 16A of By-law 84-63 are amended as set out in this By-law.
2. Section 14.6 "Special Exceptions — Urban Residential Type Three (R3)" is amended by adding
Special Exception Zone 14.6.XX applicable to the Low Density Zone, as follows:
"Section 14.6.XX "Special Exceptions — Urban Residential Type Three (R3-XX) Zone"
Notwithstanding Sections 12.1 a. and b., 12.2 a. i) and ii), b. i), c. i), d. i), ii), iii) and iv), f. i) and
ii) and h., Section 13.1 a. and b., 13.2 a., b., i) and ii), c. i), ii), iii) and iv), d. i), e., f., g., h., and
Sections 14.1 a. and b. and 14.3 a. i) and ii), b. i), c. i), ii) and iii), e. and g., those lands zoned
R3-XX on the Schedules to this By-law shall be subject to the following zone regulations with a
maximum of 20% townhouses distributed in the zone:
a. Permitted Residential Uses
i) Dwelling, Single Detached
ii) Dwelling, Semi -Detached
iii) Dwelling, Street Townhouse
iv) Dwelling, Link Townhouse/Stacked Townhouse
b. Maximum 20% Street Townhouse and Link Townhouse/Stacked Townhouse are
permitted in a zone.
C. Regulations for Single Detached Dwelling
i) Lot Area (minimum) 300 square metres
ii) Lot Frontage (minimum)
a) Interior Lot
b) Exterior Lot
iii) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard
10.0 metres
12.0 metres
6 metres to private garage or carport
3.0 metres to dwelling
2.0 metres to porch
b) Exterior Side Yard
i. Without an attached garage or
carport 3.0 metres
ii. With an attached garage or 1.2 metres on one side;
carport 0.6 metres on the other side
c) Interior Side Yard 1.2 metres with no garage or carport
d) Rear Yard 7.5 metres
iv) Lot Coverage (maximum)
a) Principle dwelling 50 percent
b) Total of all buildings and structures 55 percent
v) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a) Overall 30 percent
b) Front Yard 30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
vi) Building Height (maximum) 10.5 metres
vii) Parking spaces (minimum) 2 spaces
viii) Accessory Building Regulations
a) Total number of dwelling units (maximum) 3 units
b) Parking space for Additional Dwelling Units 0 space
c) Front and Exterior Side Yard (minimum) As per zone
requirements
d) Rear Yard Setback (minimum) 1.2 metres
e) Interior Side Yard (minimum) 1.2 metres
f) Lot Coverage (maximum) The zone regulation's lot
coverage maximum
g) Height (maximum) 7.0 metres
ix) Special Regulations
i) Private garages or carports shall be recessed a minimum of 1.0 metre
from the from the front of the dwelling unit.
d. Regulations for Semi-detached Dwelling
i) Lot Area (minimum) 550 square metres
ii) Lot Frontage (minimum)
a) Interior Lot 18.0 metres
b) Exterior Lot 20.0 metres
iii) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard 6 metres to private garage or carport
3.0 metres to dwelling
2.0 metres to porch
b) Exterior Side Yard
iii. Without an attached garage or
carport 3.0 metres
iv. With an attached garage or 1.2 metres on one side;
carport 0.6 metres on the other side
c) Interior Side Yard 1.2 metres with no garage or carport
d) Rear Yard 7.5 metres
iv) Lot Coverage (maximum)
a) Principle dwelling 55 percent
b) Total of all buildings and structures 60 percent
v) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a)
Overall
30 percent
b)
Front Yard
30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
vi) Building
Height (maximum)
10.5 metres
vii) Parking
spaces (minimum)
2 spaces
viii) Accessory Building Regulations
a)
Total number of dwelling units (maximum)
3 units
b)
Parking space for Additional Dwelling Units
0 space
c)
Front and Exterior Side Yard (minimum)
As per zone
requirements
d)
Rear Yard Setback (minimum)
1.2 metres
e)
Interior Side Yard (minimum)
1.2 metres
f)
Lot Coverage (maximum)
The zone regulation's lot
coverage maximum
g)
Height (maximum)
7.0 metres
ix) Special Regulations
i) Private garages or carports shall be recessed a minimum of 1.0 metre
from the from the front of the dwelling unit.
e. Regulations for Street Townhouse
i) Lot Area (minimum)
a) Interior Lot 170 square metres
b) Exterior Lot 210 square metres
ii) Lot Frontage (minimum)
f
a) Interior Lot
b) Exterior Lot
iii) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard
b) Exterior Side Yard
c) Interior Side Yard
d) Rear Yard
iv) Lot Coverage (maximum)
a) Principle dwelling
v) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a) Overall
b) Front Yard
7.0 metres
20% of lots could be 6.0 metres
10.0 metres
6 metres to private garage or carport
3.0 metres to dwelling
2.0 metres to porch
3.0 metres
1.2 metres
7.5 metres
60 percent
20 percent
30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
vi) Building Height (maximum) 10.5 metres
vii) Parking spaces (minimum) 2 spaces
viii) Special Regulations
i) Private garages or carports shall be recessed a minimum of 1.0 metre
from the from the front of the dwelling unit.
ii) Maximum driveway width 3.0 metres
Regulations for Link Townhouse/Stacked Townhouse
i) Lot Coverage (maximum)
iv)
a) Link Townhouse
b) Stacked Townhouse
Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a) Overall
b) Front Yard
Building Height (maximum)
Outdoor Amenity Space (minimum)
Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard
i. To garage or carport
ii. Dwelling
iii. Porch
60 percent
80 percent
20 percent
30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
10.5 metres
4.0 square metres per unit
6.0 metres, where an outdoor
parking space is provided
3.0 metres
2.0 metres
b) Exterior Side Yard (minimum) 3.0 metres
c) Interior Side Yard (minimum) 1.2 metres
d) Rear Yard (minimum) 7.5 metres
e) Rear yard separation between two buildings (minimum) 15.0 metres
Parking spaces per dwelling unit 2 spaces; plus 0.25 space
(minimum) for visitor parking
3. Section 15.4 "Special Exceptions — Urban Residential Type Four (R4)" is amended by adding
Special Exception Zone 15.4.XX applicable to Medium Density Zone, as follows:
"Section 15.4.XX "Special Exceptions — Urban Residential Type Four (R4-XX) Zone"
Notwithstanding Sections 14.1 a. and b. and 14.3 a. i) and ii), b. i), c. i), ii) and iii), e. and g., and
15.1 a. and b. and 15.2 a. b. c. i), ii), iii), and iv), d. i), ii), iii), and iv) e. f. g. h. i), i. i), ii), those
lands zoned R4-xx on the Schedules to this By-law shall be subject to only the following zone
regulations:
a. Permitted Residential Uses
i) Dwelling, Street Townhouse
ii) Dwelling, Link Townhouse/Stacked Townhouse
iii) Dwelling, Apartment
b. Regulations for Street Townhouse
i) Lot Area (minimum)
a) Interior Lot 170 square metres
b) Exterior Lot 210 square metres
ii) Lot Frontage (minimum)
a) Interior Lot 7.0 metres
20% of lots could be 6.0 metres
b) Exterior Lot
iii) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard
b) Exterior Side Yard
c) Interior Side Yard
d) Rear Yard
iv) Lot Coverage (maximum)
a) Principle dwelling
v) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a) Overall
10.0 metres
6 metres to private garage or carport
3.0 metres to dwelling
2.0 metres to porch
3.0 metres
1.2 metres
7.5 metres
60 percent
20 percent
b) Front Yard
30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
vi) Building Height (maximum) 10.5 metres
vii) Parking spaces (minimum) 2 spaces
viii) Special Regulations
iii) Private garages or carports shall be recessed a minimum of 1.0 metre
from the from the front of the dwelling unit.
iv) Maximum Driveway width 3.0 metres
C. Regulations for Link Townhouse/Stacked Townhouse
i) Lot Coverage (maximum)
c) Link Townhouse
60 percent
d) Stacked Townhouse
80 percent
ii) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
a) Overall
20 percent
b) Front Yard
30 percent, which must
be soft landscaping
iii) Building Height (maximum)
14.5 metres
iv) Outdoor Amenity Space (minimum)
4.0 square metres per unit
v) Yard Requirements
a) Front Yard (minimum)
i. To garage or carport
6.0 metres, where an outdoor
parking space is provided
ii. Dwelling
3.0 metres
iii. Porch
2.0 metres
b) Exterior Side Yard (minimum) 3.0 metres
c) Interior Side Yard (minimum) 1.2 metres
d) Rear Yard (minimum) 7.5 metres
e) Rear yard separation between two buildings (minimum) 15.0 metres
vi) Parking spaces per dwelling unit 2 spaces; plus 0.25 space
(minimum) for visitor parking
d. Regulations for Apartment Dwelling
i) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Front Yard 2.0 metres (minimum)
5.0 metres (maximum)
b) Exterior Side Yard 2.0 metres (minimum)
5.0 metres (maximum)
c) Interior Side Yard 1.5 metres
5.0 metres abutting a R3-XX Zone
d) Rear Yard 1.5 metres
10.0 metres abutting a R3-XX Zone
ii) Landscape Open Space (minimum)
iii) Building Height (maximum)
iv) Outdoor Amenity Space (minimum)
v) Parking spaces per dwelling unit
(minimum)
15 percent
14.5 metres
20 metres in Neighbourhood Centre
14.5 metres abutting Mixed Use Area
4.0 square metres per unit
1 space; plus 0.25 space
for visitor parking
4. Section 16A.2 — Residential Mixed Use (MU2) Zone is amended by adding Special Exception
Zone 16A.7-X as follows:
Section 16A.7 X "Special Exceptions — Residential Mixed Use Exception (MU2-X) Zone"
Notwithstanding the respective provisions of Section 16A, those lands zoned as MU2-X, on the
Schedules to this By-law shall, in addition to all other uses and regulations of the MU2 zone, be
subject to the following requirements:
a. In addition to those residential uses permitted in Section 16A.2, the following residential
dwelling types shall also be permitted within this zone:
i) Live — Work Unit
b. Prohibited Uses
i) Dwelling, Stacked Townhouse
c. Notwithstanding regulations included in section 16A.4, in addition to all the regulations of
the MU2 zone, the following regulations shall apply to mixed -use buildings and
apartment buildings:
d. Regulations for Mixed Use Buildings
i) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Rear Yard
ii) Building Height (maximum)
Outdoor Amenity Space (minimum)
1.5 metres
20 metres
4.0 square metres per unit
Building Massing
a) Number of Storeys 2 storeys (minimum)
6 storeys (maximum)
b) Minimum length of street fagade should be 70% along primary frontage.
c) Buildings four storeys or taller shall setback all floors above the second
storey to a minimum of 1.5 metres.
d) Minimum amount of transparent glazing within the street fagade shall be
75%.
g) Maximum size of
non-residential units
e. Regulations for Apartment Dwelling
i) Yard Requirements (minimum)
a) Interior Side Yard
b) Rear Yard
ii) Building Height (maximum)
ii) Outdoor Amenity Space (minimum)
5. Schedule `A' attached hereto shall form part of this By-law.
600 square metres;
with potential for one grocery
store up to 1,500 square metres
1.5 metres
1.5 metres
20.0 metres
4.0 square metres per unit
6. This By-law shall come into effect on the date of the passing hereof, subject to the provisions of
Section 34 and Section 36 of the Planning Act.
Passed in Open Council this day of
Adrian Foster, Mayor
June Gallagher, Municipal Clerk
This is Schedule "A" to By-law 2023- , passed this day of , 2023 A.D.
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Zoning Change From 'A-1' To 'R3-XX'
Zoning Change From 'A-1' To 'R4-XX'
Zoning Change From 'A-1'To'M U2-XX'
Zoning Change From '(H)A-92' To 'R4-XX'
Zoning Change From 'A-92' To 'R4-XX'
Zoning Change From 'C4' To 'R3-XX'
Zoning Change From 'C4' To 'R4-XX'
Zoning To Remain 'C4'
Newcastle • ZBA 2023-XXXX • Schedule 5
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Summary of Technical Background Reports — North Village Secondary Plan
Report
Key Findings and Next Steps
Agricultural Impact
The Agricultural Impact Assessment (May 1, 2020) was
Assessment
prepared by DBH Soil Services Inc as part of Phase 1 of the
project. The report identifies agricultural characteristics of the
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area, assesses potential impacts to agriculture, development
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recommendations and improvement measures to mitigate
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surrounding area.
The study found no large livestock operations within the
project area or broader study area. Further, it was determined
that the project area had no agricultural tile drainage and
there was no investment in land forming for the purpose of
increasing agricultural production in the area. The study also
reviewed traffic impact and identified that increase in traffic
along roadways can lead to safety issues with respect to the
movement of farm machinery and potentially interrupt or alter
farm traffic flow patterns. Rebuilding roads to accommodate
the volumes of proposed traffic and allow for large shoulders
for farm equipment was identified as a potential mitigation
measure. The study recommended further review of traffic
flow and impact as part of the Transportation Impact
Assessment.
The study concluded that the development of the NVSP area,
in conjunction with the use of appropriate mitigation measures
designed with the adjacent agricultural land uses in mind,
would have minimal impact on the surrounding agricultural
activities.
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Cultural Heritage
The Cultural Heritage and Cultural Landscape Screening
and Cultural
Report (May 1, 2022) was prepared by AECOM as part of
Heritage Landscape
Phase 1 of the project. The purpose of the report was to
Screening Report
screen the area by assessing the known and potential cultural
heritage resources and cultural heritage landscapes in
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advance of and to guide future planning of the area for
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completion of the North Village Secondary Plan.
Cultural Heritage
Report
The study identified that one Heritage Inventory property (879
Regional Road 17) is in the NVSP area. The Heritage
Inventory property was evaluated previously by AECOM in
accordance with Ontario Regulation 9/06 and was determined
to not meet the minimum criteria for determining cultural
heritage value or interest. Further, the study states that no
significant cultural heritage landscapes were identified in the
NVSP area.
One Heritage Inventory property (3354 Concession Road 3) is
located adjacent of the NVSP area. This property may be
subject to impacts from the development of the NVSP area
and should be evaluated through completion of a Cultural
Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER) as part of the Regional
Road 17 EA associated with the NVSP.
Natural
A Natural Environment Report was prepared by AECOM (May
Environment
1, 2020) as part of Phase 1 of the project. The purpose of this
Report
report was to document the function, structure and
characteristics of the existing landscape within the NVSP area
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as well as adjacent areas to the south.
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The NVSP area consists mostly of a rural agricultural area
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with a small amount of natural vegetation cover.
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The portion located east of Regional Road 17 is intensively
cultivated lacking any natural features except one patch of
cultural meadow and an observed hedgerow. Two unnamed
intermitted watercourses and a second hedgerow are located
to the south.
Other parcels between Highway 35/115 and Regional Road
17 may have some environmental constraints. However, the
study notes that the cultural meadows likely do not provide
nesting habitat for the two species of Threatened grassland
birds since they are relatively small and impacted by high
noise level from adjacent Highway 35/115.
The small woodlot at the northwest appears to be of poor
quality based on openness of canopy, size, proximity to the
highway and houses, and lack of habitat connection. The
woodlot has some potential to provide roosting or maternity
habitat for Endangered bat species. The study recommended
the woodlot and cultural meadows west of RR17 should be
further investigated to confirm their condition and significance.
Sustainability
A Sustainability Background Report (May 1, 2020) was
Background Report
prepared by Footprint in Phase 1 of the project. The
background report provides an overview of standards, policies
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and programs that have been set forth through a review of
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existing provincial, regional, and municipal policy documents
to inform the Sustainability Plan and Green Development
Sustainability
Guidelines, including the Clarington's Official Plan and the
Background Report
Priority Green Clarington Development Framework. The
report has been prepared to ensure that the North Village
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Secondary Plan Area reflects the ambitions advanced in these
documents.
The report is structured to provide the necessary background
information to assist with the preparation of sustainability
policies for inclusion in the Secondary Plan and the necessary
steps for moving towards the preparation of the Sustainable
Development Guidelines.
Key recommendations from the report included:
• Neighbourhood design strategies should promote fine-
grained streets, multi -use trails, and generous open
spaces to ensure convenient cycling connections and
walkable environments.
• Building design and materials should aim to minimize
embodied carbon and energy use for heating and
cooling.
• Energy and resource conservation should aim to
incorporate passive design, explore low -carbon energy
sources, and manage energy demands.
Archeological
A Stage 1 Archeological Assessment (May 1, 2020) was
Assessment
prepared by AECOM in Phase 1 of the project. The objective
of the Stage 1 assessment was to document the
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archaeological and land use history and present conditions
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within the study area. This information will be used to support
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recommendations regarding cultural heritage values or
Archaeological
interests as well as assessment and mitigation strategies.
Assessment Report
Stage 1 assessment of the NVSP area including adjacent
areas to the south determined that the potential for the
recovery of archaeological resources is high, given the
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proximity of the study area to known archaeological sites,
registered heritage properties, early Euro-Canadian
settlement, industry and transportation routes, as well as
close proximity to water sources and soil drainage.
The study stated that areas where archaeological potential
has been removed include, areas determined to have been
subject to extensive land alterations that have significantly
compromised the recovery of archaeological materials and
constructed roadways, as well as those areas cleared through
previous assessments.
The study recommends that further Stage 2 assessment is
only required for potentially undisturbed lands west of the
Regional Road 17, and that all other lands identified do not
require further investigation.
Master Servicing
The Master Servicing Report (May 2023) prepared by AECOM
Report (Draft)
evaluates the impacts of the proposed development on
Regional and Municipal servicing infrastructure and utilities
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and to provide further guidance on the implementation of
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water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure required to
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service the preferred Land Use Plan for the NVSP area.
Servicing Report
Water Servicing — Based on the gross area of the NVSP, it
was determined that the range in population densities is
relatively low and would be compliant with assumptions made
by the Region for the planning of their water servicing capital
expansion program. As per the Region's 2023 Water and
Sanitary Sewer Budget and 9 Year Forecast, the water
servicing infrastructure proposed for the area, when
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constructed and commissioned will facilitate the servicing of
the NVSP area.
Wastewater Servicing - The report states that the Region's
existing trunk sanitary sewer on North Street at the CP
Railway crossing has sufficient capacity to service the NVSP
preferred land use plan.
Stormwater Management - The west stormwater management
facility that is being designed to service part of the NVSP area
and the approved subdivision to the south, is proposed to be
relocated from to the west side of North Street. The report
states that further consideration is needed to ensure the
NVSP area will be serviced by the planning external minor
storm sewer system and external major storm overland flow
route being planning for the adjacent lands to the south.
Transportation
The Transportation Needs Report (May 2023) prepared by
Needs Report
AECOM reviews existing and future links, provides
consideration of active transportation opportunities, and
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identifies potential considerations and opportunities to ensure
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the development of a future robust and well-rounded
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transportation network to serve the community. The report
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also identifies potential constraints within the broader study
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area that should be considered in developing the overall
transportation network plan.
The study states that given the scale of development and long
planning horizon for the NVSP area and surrounding lands,
additional transportation review and study is suggested as
development comes to fruition.
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Retail Market
The Retail Market Analysis (February 28, 2022) was prepared
Analysis
by urbanMetrics inc. The purpose of the study was to
determine the scale, tenant composition and market need for
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the various retail and service commercial uses that are
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warranted in the proposed neighbourhood centre.
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The study concluded that based on high-level commercial
need's analysis, existing and future residents of Newcastle
Urban Area can support a total of 290,200 square feet of net
new space, in most of the retail/service categories. Further,
based on the forecasted population to 2031, the study area
warrants demand up to 49,600 square feet of net new space.
The study states that the new retail/commercial space will be
accommodated in the proposed neighourhood centre in the
NVSP. Future residents of the study area represent the
primary customers for local -servicing retail/service commercial
uses in the neighbourhood centre, as such, there is not
expected to be an impact to existing and future businesses in
downtown Newcastle or throughout other areas of Newcastle.