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HTON
TOWN OF HINTON
BYLAW NO. 1118
A BYLAW OF THE TOWN OF HINTON IN THE
PROVINCE OF ALBERTA TO ADOPT AN
AREA STRUCTURE PLAN
WHEREAS:
Pursuant
to
Section
633
and
692
of
the
Municipal
Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, and amendments thereof, a
Council may, by bylaw adopt an Area Structure Plan for the
purpose
of
providing
a
framework
for
subsequent
subdivision and development of an area of land.
NOW THEREFORE:
The
Council
of
the
Town
of
Hinton
in
session
duly
assembled hereby enacts as follows:
1.
The document attached as Schedule "A" and forming
part of this Bylaw is hereby adopted as the "East Area
Structure Plan".
2.
This
Bylaw shall take
effect on the day
of final
passing thereof.
3.
This Bylaw was advertised in the Voice on August 24,
31 and September 7, 2017 and the Public Hearing
was held on September 19, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.
4.
This Bylaw hereby rescinds Eaton Area Structure
Plan (Bylaw No. 908), Hinton East Boundary Joint
Area Structure Plan (Bylaw No. 955) and Thompson
Lake Area Structure Plan (Bylaw No. 1012).
READ A FIRST TIME THIS 1 5th DAY OF AUGUST 2017.
READ A SECOND TIME THIS 19th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2017.
READ A THIRD TIME THIS 1 9th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2017.
MAYOR
DIR CTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES
Prepared By:
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HINTON
Engineering
and Land Services
East Area Structure Pan No. 1118
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Hinton Planning & Development Division
I Adopted by Council September 2017
Table of Contents
page
Section 1: Introduction
This section outlines the policy context of the East ASP as well as the interpretation, monitoring, review and amendment of
policies herein.
1-1
Purpose
1
1-2
Policy Context
2
1-3
Plan Interpretation
2
1-4
Monitoring and Review
2
1-5
Amending theASP
3
1-6
Limitations
3
Section 2: Plan Area
This section highlights existing conditions of the East ASP plan area and the opportunities and constraints for future
development.
2-1
Location
4
2-2
Ownership
4
2-3
Current Land Use
7
2-4
Existing Conditions
7
Section 3: Community Concept
This section provides the overall Development Conceptfor the East ASP; showing the general location ofland uses, community
amenities and the street network within the plan area.
3-1
Consultation
10
3-2
Vision
11
3-3
Guiding Principles
11
3-4
Development Concept
13
Section 4: Community Framework
This section outlines the policy framework for achieving the Development Concept; detailing the policies designed to
actualize vibrant and complete neighbourhoods within the East ASP plan area.
4-1
General Development Policy
15
4-2
Residential Development
16
4-3
Highway Commercial Development
16
4-4
Neighbourhood Commercial Development
17
4-5
Municipal Amenities
18
4-6
Parks, Open Space and Trails
19
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Section 5: Transportation Framework
This section addresses how pedestrians, cyclists and motorists are accommodated within and beyond the East ASP plan area.
5-1
Roadway Network
20
5-2
Pedestrian/Bicycle Mobility
21
5-3
Transit Network
21
5-4
Snow Storage and Collection
21
Section 6: Servicing Framework
This section addresses the efficient provision of water, sanitary and stormwater services within the East ASP plan area.
6-1
General Servicing Policy
22
6-2
Potable Water
22
6-3
Sanitary
23
6-4
Stormwater
23
6-5
Shallow Utilities
23
Section 7: Implementation
This section outlines the proposed sequence of development and the process required to proceed with future planning
applications.
7-1
Sequence of Development
27
7-2
The Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment Stage
27
Appendix A: Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment Stage Requirements
Figures
Figure 1
-- East ASP Plan Area
5
Figure 2
-- Land Ownership
6
Figure 3
-- Current Land Use
8
Figure 4
-- Plan Area Constraints
9
Figure 5
-- Development Concept
14
Figure 6
-- Water Distribution
24
Figure 7
-- Sanitary Servicing
25
Figure 8
-- Stormwater Management
26
Figure 9
-- Sequence of Development
29
Tables
Table 1
-- Ownership List
4
Table 2
-- Current Land Use
7
Table 3
-- Projected Development Statistics
13
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SECTION ONE
Introduction
This section outlines the policy context of the East ASP as well as the interpretation, monitoring, review and
amendment ofpolicies herein.
1-1 PURPOSE
The East Area Structure Plan ("East ASP") provides a comprehensive development concept for the
future preparation of developer-led Outline Plans within its plan area. The East ASP plan area is a
significant part of Hinton's future development lands as identified in the Municipal Development
Plan (Bylaw No. 1084).
The East ASP replaces those portions of the rescinded 1994 Eaton ASP (Bylaw No. 908), 2000
Hinton East Boundary Joint ASP (Bylaw No. 955), and 2006 Thompson Lake ASP (Bylaw No. 1012),
which were previously enacted within the plan area.
As outlined in Section 633 (1) of the Municipal Government Act fMGA), ASP5 are developed "For the
purpose of providing a framework for subsequent subdivision and development of an area of land..."
An area structure plan:
(a) must describe
(i)
the sequence of development proposedfor the area,
(ii) the land uses proposedfor the area, either generally or with respect to specific parts of the area,
(iii) the density ofpopulation proposedfor the area either generally or with respect to specific parts
of the area, and
(iv) the general location ofmajor transportation routes and public utilities, and
(b) may contain any other matters the council considers necessary.
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1-2 POLICY CONTEXT
It is intended that consistency between the East ASP, and other policy documents adopted by
Council, including but not limited to the Hinton/Yellowhead County Intermunicipal Development
Plan (IDP), Hinton Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and Hinton Land Use Bylaw (CUB) will be
achieved such that all plans will be in compliance with each other.
1-3 PLAN INTERPRETATION
Map Interpretation
Unless otherwise specified within this plan, the boundaries or locations of any symbols or areas
shown on a map are approximate only, not absolute, and shall be interpreted as such. They are
not intended to define exact locations except where they coincide with clearly recognizable
physical features or fixed boundaries such as property lines or utility/road rights-of-way. Details
shown on the maps will be subject to further study at the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment
stage. No measurements or area calculations should be taken from the ASP maps.
Policy Interpretation
Where "shall", "will", "must" or "require" are used in a policy, the policy is considered mandatory
in order to achieve a desired result.
Where "should" is used in a policy it is anticipated that the policies will be applied in all situations
unless it can be clearly demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, that the
policy is not reasonable, practical and feasible in a given situation.
Where a policy requires compliance at the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, that
requirement may be deferred to the Subdivision Approval or Development Permit Approval stage
at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Appendix Interpretation
Appendices included herein do not form part of the statutory portion of the ASP. The purpose of
an appendix is to provide information to further clarify the intent of the ASP policies.
1-4 MONITORING AND REVIEW
The East ASP is a long-term policy document that promotes a vision for development within the
plan area and provides guiding principles and policies that work towards achieving that vision
overtime. The policies within the East ASP will be monitored and should be reviewed and updated
every 10 years until such time as build-out of the plan area is achieved. The East ASP may also be
amended
in response to changes in the overall policy direction within Hinton or specific
development applications.
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1-5 AMENDING THE ASP
If major changes with regards to land use, road networks or any other significant aspect of the
plan are contemplated, an amendment to the East ASP, that includes a public hearing, shall be
held in accordance with the MGA. Minor changes will not require an amendment if, in the opinion
of the Development Authority, the intent of the ASP is still achieved. Where an amendment to this
ASP is requested by an applicant, the applicant shall be required to submit the justification and
information necessary to support the amendment.
1-6 LIMITATIONS
Policies within the East ASP are not to be interpreted as an approval for a use on a specific site.
This plan does not confirm that any particular site within the plan area is suitable for a particular
purpose. Detailed site conditions or constraints
-- including environmental considerations
-- must be
assessed on a case-by-case basis as part of an application for an Outline Plan, a Land Use
Amendment, Subdivision, or a Development Permit.
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SECTION TWO
Plan Area
This section highlights existing conditions of the East ASP plon orea and the opportunities and constraints
forfuture development.
2-1 LOCATION
The East ASP plan area (see Figure 1) is comprised of approximately 430.2 hectares (1,064.5 acres)
of predominantly undeveloped land within Hinton. The plan area is bounded by the established
areas to the north, Robb Road to the west, the Alberta Transportation Highway 16 bypass right-of-
way and corporate boundary to the south, and the corporate boundary to the east. Those portions
of the plan area that abut the corporate boundary are directly adjacent to Yellowhead County.
2-2 OWNERSHIP
Land Ownership within the East ASP plan area (see Figure 2) at the time of adoption is as follows:
Table I
-- Ownership List
Owner
Parcel # & Approximate Area*
Beth Coelen
1256229 (06 ha.)
Board of Trustees of Evergreen Catholic
1267462 (03 ha.)
Town of Hinton
2773471 (03 ha.); 1269599 (0.1 ha.); 1267538 (02 ha.);
2519726 (01 ha.); 1267473 (09 ha.)
H.M.Q. Department of Transport & Highways
1269598 (07 ha.)
H.M.Q. Energy & Natural Resources
1270414 (37 ha.); 1257668 (03 ha.); 1257667 (28 ha.);
-
1269729 (07 ha.)
-
H.M.Q. Forestry, Lands & Wildlife
1256240 (04 ha.); 2286737 (13 ha.)
Hugh Ceal
2737063 (29 ha.)
Hamel
1256218 (04 ha.)
Ken Harasymiw
2773472 (29 ha.)
Lotti Altenkirch, Susan Barbara, Rodney Shwetz
1256227 (41 ha.)
Non-Patent Estate
2701741 (12 ha.)
Plainsman Hinton Developments LTD.
2519724 (32 ha.); 2091359 (32 ha.); 1269605 (37 ha.)
Ralph Zuger
1256217 (09 ha.)
Unpatented Crown Land
1256302 (31 ha.)
Will's Landscaping LTD. & Wilfred Kwasney
1269267 (08 ha.)
WiIfs Landscaping LTD.
2519725 (03 ha.)
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Land use within the plan area at the time of adoption is predominantly Future Urban Development
District (5-FUD), which is intended to protect lands for future forms of development and provide
for a limited range of temporary uses (see Figure 3).
A portion of the ASP area is designated Direct Control District (S-DC) to accommodate a future
school site and recreational area. Another small area adjacent to existing development is
designated Residential Standard Lot District (R-S2).
The existing land uses are consistent with the proposed Development Concept. The approximate
area of these land uses are as follows:
Table 2
-- Current Land Use
Approximate
Land Use
Area (ha.)
Future Urban Development District (S-FUD)
413.2
Direct Control District (S-DC)
11.6
Residential Standard Lot District (R-S2)
6.0
2-4 EXISTING CONDITIONS
The predominant features of the plan area are the significant slopes onsite, including numerous
ridgelines, valleys and plateaus, most of which are forested.
Thompson Lake is located in the western portion of the plan area. No above ground watercourses
enter or exit the lake; however, seasonal above ground water flow occurs. Hardisty Creek bisects
the plan area and eventually discharges into the Athabasca River. Protection of the creek will be
required. Surface drainage is good, while sub-surface drainage is excessive in some areas. Soil
conditions have severe limitations that restrict the capability for agriculture or permanent pasture.
The physical constraints within the plan area (see Figure 4) have been effectively integrated into
the Development Concept outlined in Section 3.
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SECTION THREE
Community Concept
This section provides the overall Development Conceptfor the East ASP; showing the general location ofland
uses, community amenities and the street network within the plan area.
3-1 CONSULTATION
The East ASP was developed in consultation with plan area landowners, selected stakeholders, the
general public, and Council and Administration via a series of meetings, workshops and public
engagement events. Feedback was gathered and used to inform the Development Concept and
policies within this plan. East ASP consultation milestones included:
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Landowner Meeting (June 23, 2016) with landowners in the formerlhompson Lake ASP lands
to discuss the development of the East ASP.
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Public Open House (March 23, 2017) as part of the Comprehensive Planning & Development
Strategy to introduce the draft Development Concept to the general public and key
stakeholders in order to gather feedback.
-
Public Open House (June 15, 2017) as part of the Comprehensive Planning & Development
Strategy to introduce an updated Development Concept and development statistics from the
draft East ASP to the general public and key stakeholders in order to gather feedback.
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Draft ASP Private Circulation (July 2017) to present an initial draft East ASP to landowners
and stakeholders within the plan area for review and feedback.
-
Draft ASP Public Circulation (August
-- September 2017) to present a revised draft East ASP
to the broader public and approval agencies in addition to landowners and stakeholders for
review and feedback.
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Public Hearing (September 19, 2017) to provide an opportunity for the public to provide
comment and to aid Council in its decision to approve the plan as a local bylaw.
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3-2 VISION
The East ASP provides a framework for diverse residential neighbourhoods,
optimally located commercial development and municipal amenities that are
sensitive to the unique topography of the plan area and the high quality open
spaces and natural amenities in alignment with Hinton's planning objectives
and current market trends.
3-3 GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The following principles provide guidance on the nature of development within the plan area:
Housing Diversity
A diversity of housing options is encouraged in order to
respond to various market segments, address physical
site constraints within the plan area and meet the
needs of a variety of different income groups and
lifestyles. While the predominant form of housing is
anticipated to be single detached dwellings, demands
for alternative housing choices will arise as Hinton
continues to grow.
Commercial Vitality
The
adjacent
Highway
16
Corridor
provides
an
opportunity to develop commercial
uses that can
leverage their location and act as a transitional land use
to residential development. It is anticipated that future
commercial development would complement existing
commerce and would service the needs of the local
residents and beyond. A mixed-use commercial node
provides opportunities to develop a unique space for
residents and tourists alike.
Community Amenities
While
physical site constraints
preclude standard
development scenarios within much of the plan area,
they provide an opportunity to align a network of
linear parks within open space corridors; providing
options
for
walking
and
cycling
throughout
the
different
neighbourhoods.
Residents
should
have
convenient access to the proposed school sites, local
parks and recreational amenities.
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Connectivity
Vibrant neighbourhoods promote walking, cycling
and convenient vehicular access to amenities and
services.
The
roadway
network
provides
access
throughout the plan area and connects to adjacent
established areas. Trail networks can be incorporated
into
open
space
corridors
to
accommodate
development constraints and promote
a
healthy
balance of mobility choices.
Development Efficiency
Efficient design reduces capital and operating costs
when
land
is
developed
in
the
future.
Future
neighbourhoods should be designed with respect to
ownership boundaries and be concentrated on lands
which
are
more
favourable
to
engineering
requirements. Innovative solutions such as clustering
of development and/or use of emerging sustainable
engineering solutions are encouraged.
Environmental Protection
Hinton's beauty, nestled in the foothills of the Rocky
Mountains, is exemplified by breathtaking views and
natural
landscapes. Thompson
Lake and
Hardisty
Creek are highly valued by both residents and visitors
alike.
Environmentally significant areas should
be
protected and future development should be sensitive
to the natural environment.
FireSmart Best Practices
Hinton recognizes the threat of wildfires to existing
and future development. FireSmart best practices
have
been
incorporated
into
the
Community
Framework and East ASP policies in alignment with
Hinton's FireSmart Mitigation Strategy.
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3-4 DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
The Development Concept (see Figure 5) has been created by translating the goals expressed by
landowners and stakeholders into a design that:
1.
Responds to physical constraints, such as steep topography and groundwater flow, within the
plan area, and
2.
Actualizes the vision and guiding principles.
The Development Concept accommodates predominantly residential uses with open space
corridors proposed where the most significant development challenges occur. These corridors
provide an efficient connectivity network which links to Hinton's extensive trail system and
provides connections to the developed neighbourhoods, commercial centres, and amenities
across Hinton. While physical constraints within the plan area do not preclude development they
do affect the feasibility of standard development practices.
Mixed Use/Highway Commercial uses are proposed along the Highway 16 Corridor, consistent with
existing highway development throughout Hinton. Access to the East ASP is oriented to Highway 16
as the future bypass route prohibits connections along the south portion of the plan area.
The following Projected Development Statistics are based on the Development Concept:
Existing Direct Control (md. one (1) Future School Site)
11.6
28.7
3.8
N/A
N/A
TOTAL
4,726
12,287
1 All calculations are approximate and will be confirmed at the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage.
2 Environmental Reserve (ER) and Municipal Reserve (MR) will be identified and dedicated at the Outline Plan Stage.
20 units per hectare (uph; ±8 upa) of gross developable 'predominantly residential" land (based on average of
Neighbouring Municipalities & Calgary Metropolitan Area (Edmonton Metropolitan Area is 25-30 uph)).
' 2.6 persons per unit (based on Statistics Canada average number of persons in a household in Alberta for 2011;
Source: Statistics Canada, 2011 Census of Population and Statistics Canada catalogue no. 98-313-XCB).
Typical school parcel.
Table 3
-- Projected Development Statistics1'2
ASP Plan Area
430.8
1064,5
Highway 16
19.2
47.4
Wetlands (Likely Future Environmental Reserve)
40.9
101.1
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65.0
160.6
(Thompson Lake)
(8.4)
(20.8)
Gross Developable Lands
305.7
755.4
100 %
Predominantly Residential (md. 15% Grade)
236.3
583.9
77.3
4,726
12,287
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(±12.3)
(Four (4) Neighbourhood Commercial Sites @ ±lha.)
(±4.0)
(±9.9)
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57.8
142.8
18.9
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SECTION FOUR
Community Framework
This section outlines the policy framework for achieving the Development Concept; detailing the policies
designed to actualize vibrant and complete neighbourhoods within the plan area.
4-1 GENERAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY
The following policies apply to all development within the East ASP plan area.
Policy 4.1.1
Policy 4.1.2
Policy 4.1.3
Policy 4.1.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Biophysical Impact Assessment
(BIA) shall be required as a supporting study to the Outline Plan.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Geotechnical Report (including
Slope Stability Analysis if any slopes are greater than 15%) shall be required as a
supporting study to the Outline Plan.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Historical Resources Overview
(HRO) shall be required as a supporting study to the Outline Plan.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Municipal Reserve dedication shall
be up to ten percent (10%) of the developable lands within an Outline Plan area per
the MGA. At the discretion of the Development Authority:
Municipal Reserve may be dedicated as cash-in-lieu when subdivision occurs.
Policy 4.1.5
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Deferred Reserve, illustrated in a shadow plan, may be provided where reserve
is proposed in future phases to accommodate future neighbourhood amenities.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Reserve Analysis that determines
the amount of reserve owing and the allocation of reserve for the neighbourhood
area shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
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Policy 4.1.6
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, when determining dedications:
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Natural features that qualify as Environmental Reserve in accordance with the
MGA shall be dedicated as Environmental Reserve land.
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Municipal
Reserve
dedication
may
be
considered
appropriate
for
environmentally significant natural areas which do not qualify as Environmental
Reserve under the MGA.
4-2 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
The East ASP is anticipated to have an approximate population of 12,287 people at build-out.
These people will live in residential neighbourhoods established by subsequent Outline Plans.
Future residential development in all neighbourhoods within the plan area will be pedestrian
friendly, allow for a diversity of housing, promote a strong sense of community and meet the MDP
target residential density of 20 units per hectare (uph).
Policy 4.2.1
Residential development shall be provided
in the areas shown on Figure 5
--
Development Concept.
Policy 4.2.2
A diverse range of housing forms and densities shall be accommodated in the plan area.
Policy 4.2.3
Low Density Residential uses shall be the predominant form of housing type within a
residential neighbourhood.
Policy 4.2.4
Developers are encouraged to provide a minimum twenty-five percent (25%) of
residential units in each neighbourhood as non-single family units.
Policy 4.2.5
Multi-Family residential development shall be located with access to a collector road.
Policy 4.2.6
Residential
development
shall
be
designed
to
promote
connectivity
between
neighbourhoods and beyond the plan area.
Policy 4.2.7
The primary entrance of buildings and residences should be oriented towards the street.
Policy 4.2.8
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Land Use Statistics Table and
Residential Density Table that outline the land uses and proposed density within
the neighbourhood area shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.2.9
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Design Guidelines that establish
a theme for the neighbourhood shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.2.10 At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, FireSmart Best Practices shall be
provided with the Outline Plan.
4-3 HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
A significant extent of the East ASP is aligned along the Highway 16 Corridor. Commercial activity
along the corridor is anticipated to function as a buffer between the Highway and residential
development within the plan area.
Policy 4.3.1
Highway commercial development shall be provided in the areas shown on Figure
5
-- Development Concept.
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Policy 4.3.2
Highway commercial development shall be designed in compliance with the same
regulations and guidelines provided for adjacent highway development as outlined
in the Established Area Guidelines (found in Appendix B of the MDP).
4-4 NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Neighbourhood commercial policies are intended to provide compatible neighbourhood-scale
commercial development within the residential neighbourhoods of the plan area. The design and
detailing of neighbourhood commercial development and signage is expected to be high-quality.
Policy 4.4.1
Policy 4.4.2
Policy 4.4.3
Policy 4.4.4
Policy 4.4.5
Neighbourhood Commercial development shall be integrated, where appropriate,
into the residential areas shown on Figure 5
-- Development Concept.
A maximum of four (4) Neighbourhood Commercial development areas shall be
permitted within the plan area.
Each Neighbourhood Commercial development area shall be limited to a maximum
of one (1) hectare in area.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Neighbourhood Commercial
development shall be identified.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Neighbourhood Commercial
development shall be consistent with the Design Guidelines for the broader
neighbourhood as established within the Outline Plan.
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4-5 MUNICIPAL AMENITIES
Municipal
Amenities,
such
as
community
centres,
schools,
churches,
meeting
halls
and
administrative facilities, provide community support for residential neighbourhoods and can add to
the sense of place and uniqueness of a neighbourhood. It is anticipated that two schools will be
required within the East ASP plan area to adequately serve the residential development. Existing fire
protection, ambulance and RCMP services will be extended to residents.
Policy 4.5.1
Policy 4.5.2
Policy 4.5.3
Policy 4.5.4
Policy 4.5.5
Policy 4.5.6
Municipal amenities shall be integrated, where appropriate, into the plan area as
identified on Figure 5-- Development Concept.
Municipal amenities shall be located on prominent sites where feasible.
School sites shall be located to maximize student catchment areas and allow for
safe and efficient vehicular and pedestrian access.
Developers of municipal amenities are encouraged to consider energy efficiency
and alternative servicing options for new construction.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, municipal amenities shall be
identified in the Neighbourhood Concept.
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, municipal amenity development
shall be consistent with the Design Guidelines for the broader neighbourhood as
established within the Outline Plan.
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4-6 PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS
Parks and trails need to be planned comprehensively to provide for a well-connected network that
is well integrated throughout the plan area and respects the environmental sensitivity of the natural
environment. Reserve lands within the East ASP plan area will be used to create an open space
network that contains a wide range of active and passive recreational amenities as well as natural
park areas where physical constraints preclude feasible development scenarios.
Environmental impacts should be minimized where development occurs along escarpments and steep
slopes, and areas adjacent to Thompson Lake and Hardisty Creek. Views from escarpments should be
maintained and natural vegetation should be retained within open spaces wherever feasible.
Policy 4.6.1
Policy 4.6.2
Policy 4.6.3
Policy 4.6.4
A variety of open spaces, including enhanced natural areas, sports fields, tot lots,
linear open spaces and urban plazas shall be distributed throughout the plan area
to ensure convenience and accessibility by local residents.
Regional trails shall be provided to ensure the plan area is well connected to the
adjacent established areas and the existing trail system.
No permanent structures shall be permitted within 20 meters of the top of bank of
Hard isty Creek.
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open spaces and trails shall be identified.
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SECTION FIVE
Transportation Framework
This section addresses how pedestrians, cyclists and motorists are accommodated within and beyond the
East ASP plan area.
5-1 ROADWAY NETWORK
The roadway network has been developed to accommodate anticipated traffic volumes in an efficient,
safe and effective manner. Most of the plan area is bounded by either Highway 16 or the future
Highway 16 Bypass. The impacts of these routes on residents within the plan area should be minimized
where possible. As illustrated in the Development Concept (see Figure 5), primary access to the plan
area is via a collector road from Highway 16 continuing southwest to Robb Road. The location of the
intersections have been determined to coincide with existing intersections along Highway 16 and
generally provide an 800 metre separation distance consistent with Alberta Transportation standards.
The collector road acts as a central spine that respects the topographic constraints and ownership
boundaries within the plan area, providing access to minor collector and local roads which service
individual
neighbourhoods.
General
locations for local
roads
have
been
indicated
on the
Development Concept for illustrative purposes. Revisions to the local road pattern may be approved
at the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage without requiring an amendment to the ASP.
Policy 5.1.1
The roadway network shall be consistent with Hinton's Transportation Master Plan
(2017), as amended.
Policy 5.1.2
Intersection treatments at locations where plan area roads meet the existing
highway/road network shall be cost shared by all benefiting developers.
Policy 5.1.3
Roundabouts shall be considered in the design of key intersections.
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Policy 5.1.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA)
shall be required as a supporting study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 5.1.5
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a neighbourhood's local road
network may be revised so long as adjacent landowners are not negatively affected by
the proposed changes and revised alignments are consistent with Town standards.
Policy 5.1.6
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, buffering and sound attenuation
measures shall be identified within the neighbourhood Design Guidelines for
development adjacent to Highway 16 and future Highway 16 Bypass.
5-2 PEDESTRIAN/BICYCLE MOBILITY
Efficient and attractive routes encourage increased walking and cycling in neighbourhoods. Given
the extraordinary opportunities to take advantage of the natural amenities in the East ASP plan
area, pedestrian and cyclist connectivity are an important component to future development.
Policy 5.2.1
Convenient bicycle and pedestrian connections shall be provided within the open
space network where opportunities exist.
Policy 5.2.2
At
the
Outline
Plan/Land
Use
Amendment
stage,
pedestrian
and
cyclist
connectivity shall be provided.
Policy 5.2.3
Trail standards and associated siri should be consistent with Hinton standards.
5-3 TRANSIT NETWORK
The Hinton Transit System provides transit service six (6) days a week along a single hour-long circle
route in addition to the door-to-door Freedom Express service for children, seniors and disabled
adults. Over time this system should be extended to include the East ASP plan area.
Policy 5.3.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, future extensions to the Hinton
Transit System shall be identified.
5-4 SNOW STORAGE AND COLLECTION
Hinton experiences significant amounts of snowfall during the winter months. A responsive snow
clearing and storage strategy is encouraged for the East ASP plan area in order to ensure that road
networks and associated sidewalks and pathways operate in an efficient and safe manner.
Policy 5.4.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, snow storage locations shall be
identified.
Policy 5.4.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, snow removal and storage plans
shall be identified for any proposed multi-family development.
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SECTION SIX
Servicing Framework
This section addresses the efficient provision of water, sanitary and stormwater services within the East ASP
plan area.
6-1 GENERAL SERVICING POLICY
The following policies apply to the development of all servicing infrastructure within the plan area.
Policy 6.1.1
Policy 6.1.2
Policy 6.1.3
A developer shall be required to provide, or enter into an agreement to provide
when required, the utility rights-of-way or easements necessary to accommodate
the extension of infrastructure through or adjacent to a site to allow for servicing.
Servicing shall
be aligned to avoid Environmental Reserve areas. Temporary
disturbance shall be reclaimed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Servicing shall be provided in alignment with the corresponding current Water,
Wastewater, and Stormwater Master Plans (2017), as amended.
6-2 POTABLE WATER
The water distribution system for domestic uses and fire protection in the plan area is supplied by
main trunks extending from the existing water system to two existing reservoirs, plus an upgraded
Thompson Lake site. The Thompson Lake reservoir which is located within the plan area is serviced
by trunk mains from the existing residential community and the Hardisty reservoir is serviced from
a 400mm trunk main extending south across Highway 16. Existing facilities will need to be upgraded
and new facilities provided as development proceeds to ensure adequate water supply and pressure.
It is anticipated an expanded reservoir will be required at the Thompson Lake site with a new
pumphouse to supply higher elevation areas in a new pressure zone.
Policy 6.2.1
The water distribution system shall be provided generally as shown on Figure 6
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Policy 6.2.2
The design of the water distribution system shall ensure that as development
progresses all land has sufficient looping and connections to provide for adequate
domestic and fire flows.
Policy 6.2.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, the water distribution system shall
be designed to facilitate the development of the neighbourhood to the satisfaction
of the Development Authority.
6-3 SANITARY
Sewage from the existing Thompson Lake community drains into an existing 450mm trunk line.
This trunk is expected to have the capacity to service the entire East ASP plan area. Development
of the plan area west of the 450mm trunk will be serviced by connecting to existing sanitary lines.
Development east of the trunk will require an additional trunk line. Lift stations will be required to
minimize the depth of the east trunk, allowing all feeder lines to operate as a gravity system.
Policy 6.3.1
Sanitary servicing shall be provided generally as shown on Figure 7--Sanitary Servicing.
Policy 6.3.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, the sanitary system shall be
designed to facilitate the development of the neighbourhood to the satisfaction of
the Development Authority.
Policy 6.3.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, lift stations shall be required to be
implemented as required to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
6-4 STORMWATER
Appropriate facilities for stormwater management are proposed throughout the plan area to
control stormwater and alleviate the impact of post-development flows on Hardisty Creek and
other overland conveyances.
Policy 6.4.1
Stormwater management shall be generally consistent with the catchment areas
and ponds as shown on Figure 8 -- Stormwater Management.
Policy 6.4.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Stormwater Management Plan
shall be required as a supporting study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 6.4.3
Engineered natural stormwater wetlands may be integrated within Environmental
Reserve areas to ensure long term sustainability in a manner that continues to
provide viable habitat.
6-5 SHALLOW UTILITIES
Shallow Utilities include telephone, natural gas, electrical, internet, fibre optic and cable services.
The developer will be responsible for the provision of these services and extension from adjacent
developed/developing areas.
Policy 6.5.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, utility alignments shall be
determined and identified in the Neighbourhood Concept.
Policy 6.5.2
Detailed design of shallow utilities shall be determined at the Subdivision stage.
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Implementation
This Section outlines the proposed sequence of development and the process required to proceed with future
planning applications.
7-1 SEQUENCE OF DEVELOPMENT
The general sequence of development of future neighbourhoods within the East ASP plan area (see
Figure 9) has been determined in consideration of capacity and constraints within the transportation
and servicing framework.
Policy 7.1.1
Policy 7.1.2
Policy 7.1.3
It is anticipated that development will generally proceed as shown on Figure 9
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The sequence of development of the East ASP plan area:
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the topography of land; and
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At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, variances to the proposed
sequence of development shall be permitted so long as an acceptable strategy to
provide the required infrastructure has been supplied and the development is
justified to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
7-2 THE OUTLINE PLAN/LAND USE AMENDMENT STAGE
Outline Plans are not legislated under the MGA, but by Hinton's Council through the direction of the
MDP and the East ASP. The Outline Plan process often occurs concurrently with the Land Use
Amendment and is referred to in the policy herein as the "Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment
Stage". An Outline Plan is the detailed plan and design for development of new, or redevelopment
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of existing communities. Generally, an Outline Plan Area is in the range of 160 acres (±64.7 hectares)
or one quarter section in size, but may be larger or smaller depending on specific circumstances.
Appendix A consolidates Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage specific policy from throughout
the East ASP in one table.
Policy 7.2.1
A neighbourhood within the East ASP shall have an approved Outline Plan accepted
by the Development Authority prior to Subdivision and development of the land.
Policy 7.2.2
Land Use approval shall not be granted unless an Outline Plan has been accepted
by the Development Authority.
Policy 7.2.3
Outline Plans and Land Use Amendments may be granted concurrently.
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Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment Stage Requirements
COMMUNITY FRAMEWORK
Policy 4.1.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Biophysical Impact Assessment (BIA) shall be required as a
supporting study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.1.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Geotechnical Report (including Slope Stability Analysis if any
slopes are greater than 15%) shall be required as a supporting study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.1.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Historical Resources Overview (HRO) shall be required as a
supporting study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.1.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Municipal Reserve dedication shall be up to ten percent (10%) of
the developable lands within an Outline Plan area per the MGA. At the discretion of the Development Authority:
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Municipal Reserve may be dedicated as cash-in-lieu when subdivision occurs.
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Deferred Reserve, illustrated in a shadow plan, may be provided where reserve is proposed in future
phases to accommodate future neighbourhood amenities.
Policy 4.1.5
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Reserve Analysis that determines the amount of reserve owing
and the allocation of reserve for the neighbourhood area shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.1.6
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, when determining dedications:
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Natural features that qualify as Environmental Reserve in accordance with the MGA shall be dedicated as
Environmental Reserve land.
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Municipal Reserve dedication may be considered appropriate for environmentally significant natural areas
which do not qualify as Environmental Reserve under the MGA.
Policy 4.2.8
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Land Use Statistics Table and Residential Density Table that
outline the land uses and proposed density within the neighbourhood area shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.2.9
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Design Guidelines that establish a theme for the neighbourhood
shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.2.10
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, FireSmart Best Practices shall be provided with the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.4.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Neighbourhood Commercial development shall be identified.
Policy 4.4.5
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, Neighbourhood Commercial development shall be consistent
with the Design Guidelines for the broader neighbourhood as established within the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.5.5
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, municipal amenities shall be identified in the Neighbourhood
Concept.
Policy 4.5.6
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, municipal amenity development shall be consistent with the
Design Guidelines for the broader neighbourhood as established within the Outline Plan.
Policy 4.6.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, the siting and design of parks, open spaces and trails shall be
identified.
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TRANSPORTATION FRAMEWORK
Policy 5.1.4
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) shall be required as a supporting
study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 5.1.5
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a neighbourhood's local toad network may be revised so long as
adjacent landowners are not negatively affected by the proposed changes and revised alignments are consistent with
Town standards.
Policy 5.1.6
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, buffering and sound attenuation measures shall be identified within
the neighbourhood Design Guidelines for development adjacent to Highway 16 and future Highway 16 Bypass.
Policy 5.2.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, pedestrian and cyclist connectivity shall be provided.
Policy 5.3.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, future extensions to the Hinton Transit System shall be
identified.
Policy 5.4.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, snow storage locations shall be identified.
Policy 5.4.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, snow removal and storage plans shall be identified for any
proposed multi-family development.
SERVICING FRAMEWORK
Policy 6.2.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, the water distribution system shall be designed to facilitate the
development of the neighbourhood to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Policy 6.3.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, the sanitary system shall be designed to facilitate the
development of the neighbourhood to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Policy 6.3.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, lift stations shall be required to be implemented as required to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Policy 6.4.2
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, a Stormwater Management Plan shall be required as a supporting
study to the Outline Plan.
Policy 6.5.1
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, utility alignments shall be determined and identified in the
Outline Plan.
IMPLEMENTATION
Policy 7.1.3
At the Outline Plan/Land Use Amendment stage, variances to the proposed sequence of development shall be
permitted so long as an acceptable strategy to provide the required infrastructure has been supplied and the
development is justified to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Policy 7.2.1
A neighbourhood within the East ASP shall have an approved Outline Plan accepted by the Development Authority
prior to Subdivision and development of the land.
Policy 7.2.2
Land Use approval shall not be granted unless an Outline Plan has been accepted by the Development Authority.
Policy 7.2.3
Outline Plans and Land Use Amendments may be granted concurrently.
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