This is the exact embedded text of the captured official document.
Snapshot 440ebb57d1f8 · verified 2026-06-05 ·
original document ·
archived snapshot ·
unofficial consolidation, the official version is held by the municipal clerk.
Municipal Plan No. 16
Salisbury
Town of
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
1
1.1
Introduction and Overview of Municipal Plan
1
1.2
Planning Vision
2
1.3
Plan Goals
2
1.4
Issue Areas
3
SECTION 2 - INTERPRETATION
4
2.1
Title
4
2.2 Planning Area
4
2.3 Text interpretation
4
2.4 Use interpretation
4
SECTION 3 - SERVICEABLE BOUNDARY
5
SECTION 4 - LAND USE POLICES
7
4.1
Designations and the Future Land Use Map
7
4.2 Objectives
7
4.3 Policy
8
4.4 Town Centre Designation (TC)
9
4.5 Commercial Designation (C)
11
4.6 Industrial Designation (I)
13
4.7
Residential Designation (R)
15
4.8 Rural Designation (RU)
18
4.9 Open Space Conservation Designation (OSC)
20
SECTION 5 - LANDS FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES
21
SECTION 6 - COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
22
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
i
SECTION 7 - INFRASTRUCTURE AND MUNICIPAL SERVICES
24
7.1
Transportation
24
7.2 Rail Transportation
27
7.3
Water, Sewer and Storm
28
7.4
Recreation and Leisure
30
7.5
Health, Emergency and Education Services
32
7.6
Environmental Action
34
7.7
Utilities
37
SECTION 8 - NATURAL RESOURCES
38
SECTION 9 - AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY
40
SECTION 10 - HERITAGE AND TOURISM
42
SECTION 11 - PARTICULAR DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
43
SECTION 12 - GENERAL POLICY
45
12.1 Municipal Planning
45
12.2 Zoning
45
12.3 Building By-law
46
12.4 Subdivision By-law
46
SECTION 13 - AMENDMENT & REVISION OF THE MUNICIPAL PLAN 47
SECTION 14- FIVE YEAR CAPITAL BUDGET
50
SCHEDULES
Town of Salisbury Future Land Use Map (Schedule A)
Town of Salisbury Boundary and Servicing Map (Schedule B)
Five-year Capital Budget (Schedule C)
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
ii
1.1
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF MUNICIPAL PLAN
The Town of Salisbury is in southeastern New Brunswick, in the County of
Westmorland. Situated along the Petitcodiac River, the municipal boundaries now
include the former Village of Salisbury as well as portions of the former local service
districts of Coverdale, Salisbury, Moncton and Elgin Parish. The Trans-Canada
Highway passes through the Town creating easy accessibility to the City of Moncton.
This provides Salisbury residents the ability to work in the Greater Moncton Area
while enjoying a small-town atmosphere and lifestyle. Salisbury is also viewed as a
gateway community as it is the last stop before entering the Greater Moncton Area
and Albert County.
The Municipal Plan for the Town of Salisbury has been prepared by the Southeast
Regional Service Commission at the request and under the direction of the Council
of the Town of Salisbury following the 2023 boundary changes introduced by
the Province through Local Governance Reform. The Plan is the primary land use
document providing the framework by which the future growth and development of
the Town shall be encouraged, controlled and coordinated.
This document is a revised Municipal Plan, replacing the former "Village of Salisbury
Municipal Plan" adopted by Council on December 14th, 2020 and filed in the
Westmorland Registry Office as #40904105 on January 21, 2021 and replacing the
Westmorland-Albert Planning Area Rural Plan Regulation 21-WAP-069-00, approved
by the Minister of Environment and Local Government in 2021, for those areas newly
incorporated into the Town.
The Town of Salisbury Municipal Plan has been prepared following the procedures set
out in the Community Planning Act and based on information in the background report.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
01
SECTION 1 -
Introduction
1.2
PLANNING VISION
The vision of the Town of Salisbury is one of a sustainable community, ensuring
that the development of the community meets the needs of the present without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
A sustainable development strategy achieves goals by taking into consideration the
social, economic, and environmental aspects of the community. By considering these
three elements in unison, the Town of Salisbury will be developed in a manner that
reflects the changing needs of the community, while providing a high quality of life
for the present and future generations.
Salisbury's Municipal Plan contains policies and proposals aimed at creating a livable,
resilient community and recognizes the importance of the newly incorporated rural
areas within its boundaries.
1.3
PLAN GOALS
The overall purpose of this Plan is guiding development within the Town over the
next 10 years. The goal of this Plan is to achieve a shared vision of the future; a vision
of a healthy, sustainable community, while maintaining the character that makes
Salisbury a distinct and interesting place to live. To achieve this vision, the Town has
established the following objectives which are to:
a) be an economically prosperous community;
b) maintain control over the type and location of intensive commercial and industrial
development to protect local residents from potential land use conflicts;
c) provide a diversity of housing options for residents;
d) maintain the character of the rural areas;
e) provide a pleasant living and working environment for residents;
f)
encourage a range of recreation and nature-based leisure activities for residents
and visitors;
g) ensure that impacts of development to the natural environment (such as air, water,
and land resources, including agriculture) are minimized;
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 02
h) recognize that resource development and productive use of land in rural New
Brunswick are key economic drivers of the local economy;
i)
ensure that impacts of development to the natural environment (such as air, water,
and land resources, including agriculture) are minimized;
j)
provide guidelines for adapting to climate change impacts such as sea level rise,
extreme weather events, flooding, and erosion;
k) ensure that impacts of development do not adversely impact public infrastructure;
l)
to guide residential growth in a sustainable way that maximizes infrastructure use
by directing new development to the serviced area of Town; and
m) to preserve heritage assets and sites of historical importance.
1.4
ISSUE AREAS
Issues addressed in this plan are:
a) municipal services and infrastructure;
b) flood risk areas;
c) rural development and agriculture;
d) recreation facilities;
e) natural environment;
f)
railway;
g) tourism;
h) economic development;
i)
health and wellness; and
j)
federal and provincial infrastructure.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
03
SECTION 2 -
Interpretation
2.1
TITLE
This document is referred to as the "Town of Salisbury Municipal Plan", By-law No. 16
2.2
PLANNING AREA
The provisions of this document apply to all the lands located within the Town
of Salisbury as shown on the "Town of Salisbury Boundary and Servicing Map"
(Schedule B).
2.3
TEXT INTERPRETATION
The use of the verbs in the present tense includes the future tense and the reverse
also applies; the singular includes the plural and vice-versa unless the wording clearly
implies otherwise.
2.4
USE INTERPRETATION
The Town of Salisbury Future Land Use Map (Schedule A) is a graphic representation
of the land use designations which are to be developed in accordance with the
policies of this Plan. Areas contiguous to a given designation may be considered for a
zoning amendment to a use permitted within that designation without an amendment
to this Plan, provided all other policies of the plan are met.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 04
SECTION 3 -
Serviceable Boundary
The Serviceable Boundary contained within the Municipal Plan serves as the Town's growth
boundary. The boundary is based on infrastructure capacity and servicing through gravity
flow and is meant to accommodate projected growth over a 20-year period. As the Town
has a public sewage system but relies on private wells for water, it is important to clearly
designate the area within the boundary for residential, commercial, industrial and community
uses. Outside the boundary, land should be designated for predominantly rural uses such
as agricultural and recreation uses, allowing for limited low density residential development
where it does not conflict with natural resource uses.
It will be important for the Town to pursue cost sharing arrangements with developers to pay
for the infrastructure from which development benefits. Such infrastructure costs may include
roads, sewers, water systems, and storm drainage. It is the goal of the Town to direct most
residential and commercial development in an efficient and cost-effective manner to the lands
within the Serviceable Boundary.
Policy
3.1
It is policy that the Town shall maintain a Serviceable Boundary for the purpose of
directing and managing various forms of development, as depicted on the Boundary
and Servicing Map (Schedule B). Within the Serviceable Boundary no development
permit shall be issued except where the proposed development connects to the
municipal sewerage system and public roads, unless provided elsewhere in this Plan.
3.2
It is a policy of Council to designate the lands within the Serviceable Boundary for
institutional, residential, commercial, and industrial uses. Agricultural uses shall not
be permitted within the Serviceable Boundary.
3.3
It is a policy of Council to encourage an orderly and cost-effective approach to
development by encouraging development to take place within the Serviceable
Boundary in the following manner:
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
05
a) through rehabilitation and revitalization of existing building stock in the built-up
areas;
b) in-filling of existing vacant lands within existing developments;
c) directing new developments within the existing piped serviced areas;
d) directing new developments in the areas most efficiently serviceable; and
e) directing new residential development adjacent to existing development.
3.4
It is a policy that where a Local Improvement By-law has been entered into with the
Town for the purpose of providing any of the following services: sewerage, sidewalks,
roads and streets, and/or water, Council shall ensure that before a development
permit is issued within the Town, all conditions of the Local Improvement By-law have
been met.
3.5
It is a policy of Council to establish setbacks that incorporate the Provincial Water
Well Regulation and allow for unobstructed access to wells.
Proposal
3.6
It is a proposal of Council to prepare a long-term primary infrastructure review
and Master Plan to be used to amend, where appropriate, any elements of the
Serviceable Boundary.
3.7
It is a proposal of Council that prior to any further expansion of the Serviceable
Boundary that the capacity of the existing sanitary collection and water availability be
fully assessed.
3.8
It is a proposal of Council to require a cost benefit analysis and the potential financial
impacts on Municipal finances to be prepared when development necessitates the
expansion of the Serviceable Boundary. Applicants shall be required to provide this
information to assist with the decision-making process.
3.9
It is a proposal of Council to better define and protect pedestrian walking areas to
encourage and facilitate neighbourhood and social connectivity, especially in areas
that are fully developed.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 06
SECTION 4 -
Land Use Policies
4.1
Designations and the Future Land Use Map
In accordance with the Community Planning Act, the "Town of Salisbury Future
Land Use Map" (Schedule A) shall divide the municipality into specific land use
designations. These designations are consistent with the general plan principles.
The Plan shall contain specific policies and proposals regarding land use and
development within each designation. In accordance with the Community Planning
Act, the "Town of Salisbury Zoning By-law" shall be revised and include the "Town of
Salisbury Zoning Map" which shall divide the Town into zones that are consistent with
the Plan.
4.2
Objectives
The Town of Salisbury intends to accomplish several objectives through land use
designations and polices:
a) To continue to enhance, maintain and develop the Town of Salisbury's image as a
pleasant and quiet small town and rural community;
b) To ensure that new growth and development is carried out in an orderly manner,
while maintaining and enhancing the existing communities within its boundary;
c) To direct development to the Serviceable Boundary;
d) To ensure that development practices include water protection measures;
e) To ensure significant steps are taken to protect private water sources, as well
as continue to monitor the feasibility of a public water system for residents and
businesses in the future; and
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
07
f)
To limit development that could have potentially undesirable or adverse impacts.
4.3
Policy
It is a policy that the Town of Salisbury shall be divided into six (6) land use designations
as shown on the "Town of Salisbury Future Land Use Map" (Schedule A):
a) Town Centre;
b) Commercial;
c) Industrial;
d) Residential;
e) Rural; and
f)
Open Space Conservation.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 08
4.4
TOWN CENTRE DESIGNATION (TC)
The Town Centre is presently characterized by a mix of uses, including institutional,
commercial and residential. This mixture of uses contributes to the Town atmosphere and is
the focal point for most commercial, business, institutional and cultural activities. A mix of
uses within the Town Centre creates diversity, affordability, and accessibility for those who
desire to locate near the centre, and further provides economic opportunities for business
development. Revitalization and business retention in the core are expected to stimulate
interest in the cultural and traditional aspects of the Town Centre.
Policy
4.4.1 It is a policy to designate the area of the Town which traditionally has formed the core
of the community as Town Centre.
4.4.2 It is a policy to create a Town Centre zone in which to permit high density residential
development within the Town Centre subject to terms and conditions imposed by the
Planning Review and Adjustment Committee. When considering the imposition of
terms and conditions the following shall be considered, but not limited to:
a) the location and access to off-street parking and the design of the parking lot
layout;
b) provisions for the preservation of the existing landscape by minimizing tree and
soil removal;
c) buffering from adjacent properties;
d) drainage; and
e) water supply assessment.
4.4.3 It is a policy of Council to strengthen the Town Centre by encouraging businesses
servicing the local population to locate within this area and by promoting mixed use
development which incorporates institutional, commercial, and residential land uses,
as well as cultural and recreational activities.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
09
4.4.4 It is a policy to allow existing light industrial uses to continue in the Town Centre.
4.4.5 It is a policy to work with business and community organizations to address existing
issues including beautification, signage, business improvement and marketing.
4.4.6 It is a policy of Council to facilitate the following improvements in the Town Centre:
a) participation with Federal and Provincial governments to provide programs and
incentives for business area revitalization and streetscape improvements;
b) provision of assistance, when necessary, for streetscape and façade
improvements along Main Street and other areas of the community; and
c) regulation on the use of signs.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 10
4.5
COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION (C)
With the twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway, the lands surrounding Exit 433 provide an
opportunity for the Town to attract highway commercial development. This has contributed
to important tax revenue for the Town as well as new employment and business opportunities
for residents and the travelling public. The goal of this area is to create opportunities for
commercial development which can be efficiently and safely accessed, as well as ensure
there are adequate highway commercial areas near the Trans-Canada to serve the travelling
public and community.
Policy
4.5.1 It is a policy to designate the area of the Town in the immediate vicinity of the
Trans-Canada Highway as Commercial to provide additional land for commercial
development to serve a diverse clientele; especially aimed at serving the travelling
public.
4.5.2 It is a policy that within the Commercial designation, Council shall create a Highway
Commercial zone which permits intensive commercial and institutional uses.
4.5.3 It is a policy that intensive commercial uses that require large areas and/or create
nuisances should locate in areas away from residential areas and be directed to the
Highway Commercial zone.
4.5.4 It is a policy to ensure through site design control that new development in the
commercial designation shall have limited and safe access to public streets to
minimize traffic problems and maximize safety on and offsite.
4.5.5 It is a policy that development be designed and developed in an environmentally
responsible manner to minimize the impacts to the natural areas and municipal
storm systems. This shall include requiring engineered plans prepared by licenced
professional engineers for controlling drainage and sediment control.
4.5.6 It is a policy that new development in the commercial designation be required to
undertake water quantity and quality assessments to ensure there is an adequate
onsite supply to serve the intended use without negatively impacting water sources
offsite in the surrounding area.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
11
Proposal
4.5.7 It is a proposal of Council to consider rezoning applications from Highway
Commercial to Industrial where land zoned Highway Commercial abuts Industrial
zoned land provided that all conditions of the zoning are met and that the site can
meet the servicing requirement of the Town or the Province.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 12
4.6
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNATION (I)
Although several light industrial uses have sporadically located within the Village, Industrial
uses may lead to land use conflict when mixed throughout the Village. Larger scale industrial
uses have located near and have visibility from the Trans-Canada Highway. This area is
advantageously positioned as it has limited impact on residential neighbourhoods and is
comprised of larger sized lots. These lands are outside the serviceable boundary however
and would require Provincial approvals for onsite services.
Policy
4.6.1 It is a policy that Council encourages and directs future industrial growth within the
Industrial designated area near the Trans-Canada Highway interchange as this area
offers connectivity to highway transport, accesses designed for higher traffic loads
and provides high visibility from the Trans-Canada Highway.
4.6.2 It is a policy that within the Industrial designation, Council shall permit Industrial and
Special Entertainment zones.
4.6.3 It is a policy that adult entertainment uses are only permitted in the Special
Entertainment zone, through a rezoning by development agreement. In considering
the request, Council shall consider the compatibility with the existing uses and
surrounding neighourhood.
4.6.4 It is a policy that development in the Industrial designation shall be sensitive to the
natural environment. Engineered plans shall be required to limit erosion, pollution
and sediment runoff and demonstrate that onsite drainage will not negatively affect
the natural environment.
4.6.5 It is a policy for Council to consider light industrial uses in areas outside of the
Industrial designated area through an amendment to the Future Land Use Map and
rezoning subject to conditions imposed in a resolution or development agreement,
including but not limited to:
a) That the activity meets all federal and provincial legislation;
b) That the activity has sufficient setbacks and buffers (natural and/or built) from
neighbouring land uses to limit negative impacts;
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
13
c) That the lands are serviced by a provincially approved water and sewer system if
required;
d) That the site has an approved access to a suitable road network.
Proposal
4.6.6 It is a proposal that Council study the possibility of creating an Industrial Business Park
within this designation and some of the surrounding rural lands located north of the
Trans-Canada Highway. This study should include the preparation of a development
strategy for promoting the Industrial Business Park through signage and other means,
such as visibility from the highway, accessibility and proximity to large commercial,
industrial centres and the international airport.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 14
4.7
RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION (R)
The Town of Salisbury has sustained a steady increase in population since the early 1980s.
With the 2022 amalgamation, the population of the Town is now 3990. The population
distribution in Salisbury is keeping pace with provincial trends with 17.3% of the population
under the age of 15 years, 57.9% working and preretirement age (15-64 years), with seniors
(65 years and over) accounting for 24.8% of the population. The average age in the newly
expanded municipality is 44.5 years which is comparable to the average age in New
Brunswick at 44.7 years.
Given Salisbury is a community that supports aging in place, it should have a variety of
housing options available. Most of the housing in the expanded limits of the Town is
composed of single detached dwellings. There are a limited number of other types including
mini (or mobile) homes, semi-detached and apartments. Prior to amalgamation, building
permit data for the former Village showed that Salisbury had seen limited growth in multiple
unit buildings (5%) since 2005. Nonetheless, the majority of housing remains in single
dwelling units and mini homes. Given projections showing a rapidly increasing elderly
population in New Brunswick communities (85 years and above), it will be important for
Salisbury to work towards developing housing options to suit this demographic.
The overall objectives in the residential designation are to provide a residential mix reflective
of the current and future needs, and to encourage flexibility of the housing stock by providing
opportunities for occupants to age in place and while continuing to reflect their rural lifestyle.
Policy
4.7.1
It is a policy to designate sufficient residential land on the Future Land Use map
(Schedule A) to accommodate the demand for future residential development within
the Serviceable Boundary of the Town.
4.7.2 It is a policy that existing residential areas within the Town are zoned Residential
Serviced (RS) to protect residential uses and provide adequate reserve lands to assure
future growth within the Serviceable Boundary of the Town.
4.7.3 It is a policy to deem existing community uses as compatible with the residential
designation and zone as Community Use. Future community uses may be permitted
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
15
in residential zones subject to terms and conditions imposed by the Planning Review
and Adjustment Committee.
4.7.4 It is a policy that home occupations which are compatible with adjacent residential
uses and maintain the character of residential areas shall be permitted within this
designation. Such home occupations shall be an accessory use to the main residential
use, to assure that the home occupation is well integrated in the residential nature of
the community.
4.7.5 It is a policy that the area north of the Canadian National Railway and fronting along
Fredericton Road (Route 112) be zoned Residential Neighbourhood Service to permit
a mixture of commercial businesses and residential uses along this corridor linking the
Highway Commercial node with the Town Centre.
4.7.6 It is a policy that multiple-unit dwellings and residential care facilities be permitted in
the Residential Neighbourhood Service (RNS) zone subject to terms and conditions
imposed by the Planning Review and Adjustment Committee. The Committee shall
give consideration, but not be limited to, the following:
a) minimizing driveway accesses onto Fredericton Road;
b) buffering of adjacent properties;
c) maintaining existing mature trees or significant features;
d) adequate water supply; and
e) drainage.
4.7.7 It is a policy that commercial daycare centres be permitted in the Residential
Neighbourhood Service zone subject to terms and conditions imposed by
the Planning Review and Adjustment Committee. The Committee shall give
consideration, but not be limited to, the following:
a) adequacy of parking in terms of number of spaces and location; and
b) buffering of adjoining properties, either by fencing or appropriate landscape
features.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 16
4.7.8 It is a policy that mini homes are only permitted in the Dwelling Group Zone within
the Serviceable Boundary.
4.7.9 Outside of the Serviceable Boundary, mini homes shall be considered single-unit
dwellings.
4.7.10 It is a policy to establish standards for residential development in areas affected by
projected sea level rise and inland or riverine flooding.
4.7.11 It is a policy that when considering proposals to rezone properties to the Residential
Serviced Zone for a development requiring a new public road, the following shall be
considered:
a) Impact on drinking water supplies
b) Proximity to existing resource-based uses
c) Provision of community amenity space
d) Drainage
e) Road network connectivity
f)
Other considerations deemed appropriate
4.7.12 It is a policy to permit accessory dwelling units within single unit dwellings in the
Residential Zone to encourage affordable housing options, allow seniors to live near
family while maintaining independence, and provide a modest source of revenue for
homeowners.
Proposal
4.7.13 It is proposed that Council consider undertaking a study on lot size requirements
within the life of the Plan to guide an amendment to the Zoning By-Law, aimed at
considering changes to lot size requirements within the Serviceable Boundary of the
Town. The study will seek to determine the appropriate balance of density based on
available services and the reliance on private water sources.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
17
4.8
RURAL DESIGNATION (RU)
Denser development in the Town has located south of the CNR rail line and along Fredericton
Road (Route 112). The remainder of the Town is rural in character as it is comprised mainly
of forested areas and agricultural lands. This area is outside the Serviceable Boundary and
therefore unable to be part of the gravity fed sanitation system of the Town. The size of this
rural area has recently increased dramatically due to amalgamations under New Brunswick's
Local Governance Reform. Now that these vast rural areas are considered part of the Town, it
will be important to accommodate rural activities and uses within the rural designation.
The objective of the rural designation is to maintain the rural character of this area by
ensuring the continuity of agricultural and resource uses while discouraging dense residential
development due to dependence upon on-site sewer and the inherent conflicts that can arise
between residential uses and traditional rural activities.
Policy
4.8.1 It is a policy to establish subdivision standards to discourage inefficient land use
patterns in rural areas.
4.8.2 It is a policy for Council to create a Rural Residential zone that includes existing
residential uses on smaller lots outside of the Serviceable Boundary within
established residential nodes in the rural area.
4.8.3 It is a policy to create an Infill Overlay zone that abuts existing public roads to
permit new lots that meet the minimum municipal standards without requiring new
infrastructure.
4.8.4 It is a policy that subdivisions located outside the Infill Overlay zone shall be
developed with larger lots to maintain the character of the rural area and cater to a
rural lifestyle. New lots shall have a minimum lot size of two (2) hectares
4.8.5 It is a policy to create a Rural Area zone for the purpose of permitting agriculture,
resource activities, cemeteries, and limited residential uses, as well as other
compatible land uses in those areas outside the Serviceable Boundary.
4.8.6 It is a policy to encourage residential developments to locate away from resource-
based uses, including agriculture, to limit potential conflicts related to noise, smell
and environmental impacts.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 18
4.8.7 It is a policy to permit a range of light commercial uses throughout the Rural
designation to maximize access to local services and optimize use of existing
infrastructure, subject to standards contained within the zoning provisions.
4.8.8 It is a policy that home occupations be permitted throughout the Rural designation,
subject to standards established in the Zoning By-law.
4.8.9 It is a policy that institutional uses shall be permitted as-of-right in the area designated
as Rural except in the Rural Residential (RR) zone where institutional uses shall be
permitted subject to terms and conditions
.
4.8.10 It is a policy to encourage resource-related uses to employ best management
practices to minimize environmental degradation.
4.8.11 It is a policy that within the Rural designation, Council shall create a Resource
Development zone and an Intensive Resource Development zone differentiated
by the degree of impact on the environment and surrounding areas of the
permitted uses.
4.8.12 It is a policy that pits and quarries shall be permitted in the Resource Development
and Intensive Resource Development zones.
4.8.13 It is a policy that within the Rural designation, Council shall create an Agriculture Zone
to protect prime agricultural areas from further encroachment by incompatible uses.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
19
4.9
OPEN SPACE CONSERVATION DESIGNATION (OSC)
With the Petitcodiac River being a defining element of the Town, its shoreline provides
unique habitat for species and adjacent lands are subject to flooding. Further, as Salisbury's
sewage system is gravity fed, the Town lagoons are also located along the river. Climate
change scenarios indicate that future water levels along the river will be higher than
traditionally experienced. Conservation areas have also been extended with amalgamation.
Therefore, the goal of the Open Space Conservation designation is to ensure that
development is limited in these environmentally sensitive areas and near these vital municipal
services. The primary objective is to provide a policy and regulatory structure that protects
infrastructure and these sensitive areas and the unique habitats that they create.
Policy
4.9.1 It is a policy to protect environmentally sensitive areas of the Town by establishing an
Open Space Conservation (OSC) zone and limiting uses to municipal services, parks,
open space, conservation, and passive recreational uses.
4.9.2 It is a policy to work with the public and private sector to promote these areas as
an educational and ecotourism destination which promotes and protects its unique
environmental system in a sensitive and sustainable manner.
4.9.3 It is a policy that environmentally sensitive areas including, but not limited to, lands
held in trust by conservation entities shall be zoned as Open Space Conservation.
Proposal
4.9.4 It is proposed to develop flood hazard mapping to educate residents, landowners
and developers to identify areas at risk from flood hazards and provide guidance on
sea level rise and adaptation strategies.
4.9.5 It is a proposal of Council to endeavour to secure land within environmentally
sensitive areas through appropriate zoning mechanisms and land acquisitions.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 20
SECTION 5 -
Lands for Public Purposes
Salisbury has several parks located throughout the Town including neighbourhood
playgrounds and public open spaces. Highland Park is the largest park and includes a variety
of activities for residents including walking trails, wetlands, playground equipment and picnic
areas. The Town strives to provide four seasons of activities for residents and visitors.
The Town acquires land and money for parkland through the subdivision process. When
Council is considering a subdivision, which provides an opportunity for lands for public
purposes, the Parks and Leisure Strategic Plan should be used as a guide. When acquiring
additional lands or cash in lieu of land, the overall goal of providing sufficient land for a range
of parks, recreation and leisure activities should be considered.
Policy
5.1
It is a policy of Council to direct the Planning Review and Adjustment Committee,
when reviewing the lands for public purposes and/or cash in lieu, to consider:
a) the existence and capacity of other nearby facilities;
b) the quantity and nature of recreation demand;
c) the adequacy of the site for the proposed recreational use;
d) the accessibility of the site;
e) the potential of adjoining to abutting park lands and/or creating trail linkages;
f)
conservation of natural or unique features; and
g) any other matter deemed necessary by Council.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
21
SECTION 6 -
Community and Economic Development
The local economy for the Town of Salisbury is mixed with both small local businesses, and
large-scale development. In Salisbury, many small businesses provide services to satisfy the
daily needs of residents including such things as a grocery store, banking, service shops and
restaurants. Most of these businesses have located along the Fredericton Road and in the
Town Centre.
Several highway-oriented businesses are located at the TransCanada Highway entrance to
the Town. This area takes advantage of both sides of the Highway. Presently, 25% of the
land has been developed, leaving 75% vacant or in agricultural production which results
in significant commercial and industrial development opportunities available in this area.
The rural economy outside the Town Centre and Highway Commercial areas is primarily
agriculture along with other natural resource activities such as aggregate extraction and
forestry.
Policy
6.1
It is a policy of Council to provide an environment that is conducive to economic
development and the growth of employment opportunities in designated areas of the
Town.
6.2
It is a policy of Council to continue to support and pursue, in conjunction with the
Beautification Committee, new initiatives and undertake beautification projects within
the Town Centre. Special attention should be given to Main Street, Douglas Street
and River Road as the primary areas of the Town Centre.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 22
6.3
It is a policy to work with the businesses and interest groups in the Town to
strengthen the Town Centre through sponsoring all-season festivals and cultural
events and improving the facilities in the centre of the Town.
6.4
It is a policy to encourage a range of recreation and tourism uses within the Town
subject to zoning provisions.
6.5
It is a policy to encourage tourism development that supports the continued
development of recreational infrastructure.
6.6
It is a policy that campgrounds, including non-traditional forms of traveller
accommodation, shall be permitted in the Rural Area, Community Use, Agricultural,
and Resource Development zones subject to terms and conditions including:
a) Impact on the natural environment;
b) Impact on neighbouring properties in terms of noise and traffic; and
c) Public safety.
Proposal
6.7
It is a proposal of Council to ensure that the Town has the proper infrastructure
capacity and designated space for new businesses along with the support of its local
citizens in order to attract new investment in the Town.
6.8
It is a proposal that in recognition of the benefits of collaborative economic
development initiatives, Council will continue to actively participate with all levels of
government, adjacent municipalities, and development associations in the promotion
of the region.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
23
SECTION 7 -
Infrastructure and Municipal Services
The Town of Salisbury provides a range of services to its residents including sewer, storm
drainage, sidewalks, street lighting, recreation, fire protection and policing. There are also
several other services which are provided more regionally including emergency services,
garbage collection, and recycling.
The Town strives to maintain and attract services to the community with limited financial
resources.
7.1
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation plays an important role in the lives of all residents and businesses in the Town
of Salisbury. Access to land is the primary function of all transportation networks within
communities. The Trans-Canada Highway provides development opportunities for the Town
that take advantage of its strategic location and enables it to promote this area as a service
area for the local community as well as the travelling public.
Salisbury's road network generally follows a grid pattern off the axis of two main provincially
designated highways, the Fredericton Road/River Road (Route 112) and Main Street (Route
106). Both bisect the Town in a north/south and east/west direction respectively. Street
connectivity to reduce traffic conflicts and congestion are of primary concern in developing
an effective road network.
Policy
7.1.1
It is a policy of Council, in conjunction with other senior levels of government, to
continue to provide a suitable transportation network to meet the needs of the
residents of the Town of Salisbury.
7.1.2
It is a policy that any new road developed within the Sea Level Rise Overlay Zone
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 24
shall require a rezoning to the Dwelling Group zone. All associated costs shall
remain with the developer and/or property owner and shall not be transferred to the
government.
7.1.3
It is a policy of Council to establish a Five-Year Capital Works Program for municipal
owned streets.
7.1.4
It is a policy to refer to the Boundary and Servicing Map (Schedule B) to identify
future road and trail configuration interests of the Town during the subdivision and
development review processes to ensure roads and trails are located in strategic
locations.
7.1.5
It is a policy of Council to ensure that future roads be planned to reach serviceable
lands.
7.1.6
It is a policy of Council to require in the design of multiple lot subdivisions that
existing local streets be connected where possible to the new development and that
provisions be made for future connections within the Serviceable Boundary.
7.1.7
It is a policy that in accordance with the Town of Salisbury Subdivision By-law, the
cost associated with constructing new streets and infrastructure is the responsibility of
the person who subdivides the land.
7.1.8
It is a policy that Council shall ensure that adequate standards are incorporated in the
Zoning and Subdivision by-laws to regulate road design and construction, pedestrian
circulation, barrier free accessibility, parking, loading and queuing for land uses.
7.1.9
It is a policy of Council to require storm drainage plans prepared by a licensed
engineer for all new subdivisions involving the development of new public roads.
7.1.10 It is a policy that Council will require, prior to accepting ownership of a private
access, that it be constructed to a public road standard acceptable to Council at the
expense of the owner(s) of the access.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
25
Proposal
7.1.11 It is a proposal of Council to continue to work with other levels of government to
ensure the maintenance of roads in good condition within the Town and provide a
safe environment for pedestrians.
7.1.12 It is a proposal that Council will seek funding from senior levels of government for
the rehabilitation of Fredericton Road/River Road (Route 112) and Main Street (Route
106), including the installation of sidewalks in strategic places.
7.1.13 It is a proposal that Council will consider the use of transportation supply
management techniques that will achieve better use of existing infrastructure. Such
techniques may include traffic control automation or intersection improvements.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 26
7.2
RAIL TRANSPORTATION
Historically, the Moncton area was the focus of railway activity in the Province. Over the past
few decades, the prominence of rail has significantly declined. The displacement caused
by reduced rail service has resulted in increased truck traffic. Nonetheless, the rail line
that passes through Salisbury continues to be part of the remaining railway route in New
Brunswick.
Policy
7.2.1
It is a policy of Council to work with the rail industry to promote safety along rail
corridors.
7.2.2 It is a policy of Council to establish minimum setbacks for new residential dwellings
from the rail corridor in the Zoning By-law.
7.2.3 It is a policy of Council to consult with the rail industry for new multiple unit
residential, rezoning requests and/or development of residential subdivisions
involving new public roads within 300 m of the rail corridor, to ensure design
standards aimed at minimizing sound and vibration impacts are considered during
the review process.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
27
7.3
WATER, SEWER AND STORM
Individual wells are the water source within the Town, as the Town does not have a public
water system. Studies have indicated that the cost of providing a public system is prohibitive
currently. Nonetheless, it is necessary to ensure a sustainable water resource in terms of
quantity and quality within the Town.
Sewer collection and storm sewer systems are essential to the development of the
community. Considering the importance of these services, they must be permitted in all
zones. The Serviceable Boundary represents the area of the Town which can be serviced by
a gravity sewer system. As pumping stations represent significant capital expenditures and
associated long term operational and maintenance costs, the Town should continue to rely
on the Serviceable Boundary as an efficient and economical limit to sewage collection. Care
needs to be taken to ensure that storm water is not being diverted into the sewage treatment
system which adds additional stress and costs to the Town's infrastructure system.
Policy
7.3.1
It is a policy to protect water supplies in the Town to ensure the adequate supply of
potable water.
7.3.2 It is a policy to maintain water quality and flood protection by controlling
development on lands adjacent to wetlands and watercourses subject to the Clean
Water Act.
7.3.3 It is policy that a Water Assessment Study shall be carried out when the following uses
are requested:
a) multiple unit residential development;
b) residential care facilities;
c) clinics;
d) schools;
e) campgrounds;
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 28
f)
dwelling group developments;
g) subdivisions involving 5 or more lots; and
h) any other uses determined by the Development Officer, in conjunction with the
Town's Public Works Department, to consume larger quantities of water.
7.3.4 It is a policy that Council continues to rely on a gravity flow system for all new sanitary
collection systems and give careful consideration before introducing infrastructure
which will pose additional long term operational and maintenance costs to the
system.
7.3.5 It is a policy that all commercial, industrial, institutional, and higher-density
residential development shall require a storm drainage plan prepared by a licensed
New Brunswick professional Engineer.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
29
7.4
RECREATION AND LEISURE
The community recognizes the importance of the natural environment and the connection of
leisure activities with this asset. According to the National Framework for Recreation, recreation
fosters wellbeing of individuals, communities, as well as the built and natural environments.
"Quality of Life" can be defined in terms of leisure pursuits and quality active and passive
recreational services, all of which enhance the community's ability to be healthy and attract new
residents. Traditional recreational uses, such as playgrounds, parks and organized recreation
spaces, continue to meet recreational needs of youth and young families.
Salisbury needs to broaden its recreational assets to meet the active living expectations of
an aging population, including those that focus on low impact, passive, outdoor activities,
such as bird watching and hiking trails. Recommendations contained within the Southeast
Regional Recreation Plan encompass shared recreation asset development with a focus on trails
and nature-based assets. When planning for recreational needs, innovation, flexibility and
adaptability is required.
Policy
7.4.1
It is a policy to review and update the Salisbury Parks and Leisure Department
Strategic Plan. This review shall consider the following:
a) recreational programs based on the assessment of needs and the evaluation of
existing programs;
b) current trends in leisure activities and services, based on demographic changes;
c) the provision and upgrading of facilities and equipment, based on an assessment
of needs, and an evaluation of existing facilities;
d) budgetary considerations;
e) a provision for the integration and linkage of the Town's recreation programs and
facilities with regional recreational programs and facilities;
f)
the feasibility of a linear park system along the Petitcodiac River, running from east
to west, the design of a linear park system including methods of acquiring the
land, phases, flood risk consideration and cost involved;
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 30
g) the feasibility and design of developing a nature park around the Hilltop lagoon
property; and
h) implementation of the Plan.
7.4.2 It is a policy that passive recreation uses such as trails and parks shall be permitted in
all zones.
7.4.3 It is a policy of Council to encourage developers to consider trail connectivity both
within the community and to trails abutting the Town limits.
7.4.4 It is a policy of Council to capitalize on natural assets by encouraging development of
recreation-based businesses and opportunities.
Proposal
7.4.5 It is a proposal of Council to work with regional partners to implement appropriate
recommendations of the Regional Recreation Plan.
7.4.6 It is a proposal of Council to work with regional partners to use recreation trails as an
incentive to both economic development and community wellness.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
31
7.5
HEALTH, EMERGENCY AND EDUCATION SERVICES
Residents of Salisbury obtain general health services through a nurse practitioner at the
Salisbury Primary Health Care Office or by travelling to the nearby Petitcodiac Health Centre
or Moncton. This is not uncommon in rural New Brunswick. As part of the Provincial Health
Plan, the government of New Brunswick provides communities with a Tele-Care service,
which provides advice and after-hours access to primary healthcare.
A critical component of maintaining a healthy and safe community is the provision of the
emergency services and protective services. Presently fire emergency services are provided
on a volunteer basis, while police services are provided through a contract with the RCMP.
The ambulance station which also services the Community of Three Rivers , is located within
the Town.
Salisbury schools cover elementary to high school education levels which services the
Town's amalgamated population. Since the schools draw from a wide geographic area, most
students travel to school by bus. In the Town however, school recreational facilities play a
dual role in providing amenities during school hours while serving the community outside
school hours. Therefore, it is important to maintain the facilities (sport grounds and trails) and
rehabilitate them regularly for a safe environment.
Policy
7.5.1
It is a policy of Council to work with community organizations and senior levels of
government to ensure the Town is provided with, or has access to, a range of health
services.
7.5.2 It is policy that Council shall, in conjunction with the Anglophone East School
District, review periodically the school aged population trends in the Town and its
neighbouring area to assure the optimum quantity and quality of recreational services
are allocated to youth.
7.5.3 It is policy that Council support activities and work with the District School Board
to enhance school facilities and infrastructure that will also be used as community
facilities.
7.5.4 It is policy that Council shall continue to support the existing volunteer Fire
Department, ambulance, and protective services of the Town.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 32
7.5.5 It is policy that Council keeps the existing fire apparatus and equipment well
maintained and to upgrade to more efficient and safe equipment as needed. Council
will continue to budget for new fire apparatus and equipment on a continual basis.
7.5.6 It is policy that Council shall continue to cooperate with other regional fire
departments to ensure optimum emergency responses for those requesting
assistance.
7.5.7 It is policy that in recognition of the growth within the Town and the responsibility
to ensure the most effective response to emergency situations or disasters, Council
shall require regular reviews of the Community Emergency Planning By-Law every five
years.
7.5.8 It is a policy of Council to ensure that an emergency response plan is in place and
that the Emergency Response By-law be revised, and exercises be carried out on an
annual basis.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
33
7.6
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
The natural environment is of great importance to the community. In addition to being an
aesthetic amenity to residents, it provides natural filtration systems to protect land from
flooding, its forests act as a carbon sink, and its natural areas provide habitats for a variety
of species. Certain activities or changes in use of land can impact the natural environment.
Something as simple as the removal of vegetation and changing the land surface may affect
adjacent property by creating or redirecting runoff, changing water tables, and altering
natural systems. Similarly cutting down trees may reduce shade, alter the microclimate, lead
to erosion, and reduce wildlife habitat.
Policy
7.6.1
It is a policy of Council to establish acceptable standards aimed at sediment control
during development.
7.6.2 It is a policy to work with the Province to ensure that environmental regulations are
respected to ensure that a sustainable approach to development near wetlands and
watercourses is taken in the Town of Salisbury.
7.6.3 It is a policy of Council to maintain water quality and flood protection by controlling
development on lands adjacent to wetlands and watercourses subject to the Clean
Water Act.
7.6.4 It is a policy to impose setbacks from watercourses and wetlands based on the most
recent and accurate mapping available at the time of application.
7.6.5 It is a policy, where no alternatives are available, to consider variances to setbacks
identified in s.7.6.4 in consultation with provincial agencies provided that
the application is deemed reasonable and demonstrates how impacts on the
environment associated with the proposed development will be mitigated.
7.6.6 It is a policy that existing buildings within the required watercourse and wetland
setback may be enlarged, reconstructed, repaired, or renovated if the requirements
of this By-law are not further compromised and the development does not further
encroach into the setback.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 34
7.6.7 It is a policy that where discrepancies are identified between the mapping and site
level analysis and in consultation with the Province, the Development Officer may
waive the setback requirements for the proposed development.
7.6.8 It is a policy to encourage landowners to preserve, restore, and create new wetlands
on their properties.
7.6.9 It is a policy to recognize that impacts associated with climate change have occurred
and will continue to present a significant risk to the Town.
7.6.10 It is a policy to identify areas at risk due to sea level rise and flooding and follow the
proposed adaptation measures for a 1-in-100-year storm event in order to reduce the
impact of climate change on new development.
7.6.11 It is policy to adopt best practices for buildings and public infrastructure by
considering climate change in the design and planning phase of project
development.
7.6.12 It is a policy to use the latest scientific climate data when developing standards with
regards to projected sea level rise, exposure to flooding, and damage to drinking
water supplies and the natural environment.
7.6.13 It is a policy to discourage non-adapted development in the Sea Level Rise Overlay
(SLR) zone.
7.6.14 It is a policy to discourage subdivisions that require new public infrastructure in areas
within the Sea Level Rise Overlay zone.
7.6.15 It is a policy to encourage the adapted expansions of existing buildings in the Sea
Level Rise Overlay zone. However, a small, one-time, non-adapted expansion of
existing buildings in the Sea Level Rise Overlay zone is permitted to serve as an
accommodation for homeowners adjusting to new requirements.
7.6.16 It is a policy of Council to include provisions within the Zoning By-law to ensure
outdoor wood-burning furnaces do not create adverse air quality effect on
neighbours.
7.6.17 It is a policy to support the Southeast Regional Service Commission in their programs
of waste disposal and recycling.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
35
7.6.18 It is a policy of Council to continue to advocate to the Canadian National Railway
to use environmentally friendly vegetation management approaches other than the
application of herbicides along the railway within the Town boundary.
Proposal
7.6.19 It is a proposal that the Town of Salisbury will continue to foster environmental
stewardship by promoting the reduction of pesticide and herbicide use, particularly
in close proximity to dense residential development within the Serviceable Boundary.
7.6.20 It is a proposal of Council to work with the Province and other environmental
protection agencies to ensure good management of lagoon facilities to prevent any
overflows and pollution of floodplains.
7.6.21 It is a proposal of Council to ensure best management practices are sought to reduce
any pollution resulting from the malfunction of lift stations or other municipal
infrastructure.
7.6.22 It is a proposal of Council to encourage the promotion, preservation, and protection
of trees within the Town Centre.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 36
7.7
UTILITIES
The providers of electricity, telephone and cable services often utilize the Town's rights-of-
way to distribute services to their customers. Although these utilities shall be permitted in all
zones, the Town seeks the cooperation of the utility companies when locating utilities within
the Town boundaries.
Policy
7.7.1
It is a policy that utilities that service the public including but not limited to,
electrical, telephone and cable, shall be permitted in any designation or zone.
7.7.2 It is a policy that renewable energy sources including (but not limited to) wind and
solar energy shall be encouraged in the Town provided it is to the appropriate scale
which shall be determined in the general provisions of the Zoning By-law.
7.7.3 It is a policy to ensure that radio-communication antennas are located in a manner
that minimizes adverse visual impacts through careful design, sitting and screening
to protect residential areas. All antennas shall be reviewed through the Southeast
Regional Service Commission Antenna System Siting Protocol.
Proposal
7.7.4 It is a proposal of Council to provide new opportunities for renewable energy
generation systems within the Town.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
37
SECTION 8 -
Natural Resources
Natural resources are a significant segment of the New Brunswick economy and common
uses throughout rural areas of the province. With the expanded boundaries of the Town of
Salisbury, it is a goal to ensure that natural resource development is permitted in appropriate
areas and that resource areas are protected from conflicting land uses to meet the intent of
Provincial Statements of Public Interest.
Policy
8.1
It is policy that development on Crown land be consistent with Section 129 of
the Act.
8.2
It is a policy to recognize resource-related uses as an intended main use of land
designated as Rural.
8.3
It is a policy to require resource-related developments to employ best management
practices to minimize environmental degradation in the Town.
8.4
It is a policy that pits and associated uses shall be considered Resource
Developments and shall be zoned as such.
8.5
It is a policy to recognize that temporary mobile asphalt plants used on a seasonal
as-needed basis are compatible with resource extraction uses.
8.6
It is a policy to recognize that quarries that employ blasting, permanent asphalt
plants, and landfills are intensive land uses with respect to heavy truck traffic, noise,
and air and water quality, and are not compatible with residential and conservation
uses. As such, these uses shall be considered on a case-by-case basis through a
specific proposal rezoning to the Intensive Resource Development zone.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 38
8.7
It is a policy that quarries that employ blasting are subject to Department of
Environment approval to operate.
8.8
It is a policy that any water bottling operation shall be considered an Intensive
Resource Development and shall be zoned as such.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
39
SECTION 9 -
Agriculture and Food Security
Salisbury is geographically located in the heart of the agriculturally rich Petitcodiac River
Valley. Given that the provincial Statements of Public Interest seek to identify and protect
prime agricultural areas from encroachment and conflicts with other uses, the goal is for the
Town to create policies that align with public interests.
Policy
9.1
It is a policy to recognize areas with concentrated agricultural development within the
Rural Designation, as agricultural areas.
9.2 It is a policy to identify agricultural areas in the Town through the establishment of an
Agriculture (A) zone.
9.3 It is a policy to develop provisions to deter use of Agricultural-zoned land for non-
agricultural development.
9.4 It is a policy to establish minimum setback distances for new dwellings adjacent to
agricultural areas.
9.5 It is a policy that all new livestock facilities shall be screened through the Livestock
Operations Act to limit potential land use conflicts.
9.6 It is a policy to follow standards as established in the Livestock Operations Act in the
siting of new livestock buildings, and to establish minimum setbacks for new livestock
buildings which are exempt from the Livestock Operations Act.
9.7 It is a policy to permit the on-site slaughter of animals in conjunction with an active
agricultural use, while recognizing independent industrial-scale abattoirs as Intensive
Resource Developments and zoning them as such.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 40
9.8 It is a policy to encourage backyard food production in zones outside the Serviceable
Boundary.
9.9 It is a policy to permit roadside stands and on-site agricultural processing in appropriate
zones in the planning area to encourage support for food producers and healthy local
food consumption.
9.10 It is a policy to recognize that agricultural uses may require multiple dwellings on a
single lot to accommodate seasonal workers.
9.11 It is a policy to support agricultural tourism by permitting light commercial uses as
secondary uses in the Agricultural zone.
Proposals
9.12 It is proposed that lands registered under the Farm Land Identification Program
(FLIP) and those assessed by Service New Brunswick as agricultural land be zoned as
Agriculture.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
41
SECTION 10 -
Heritage and Tourism
Located in the heart of the Petitcodiac River Valley, Salisbury is shaped by the
meandering river and the associated marshes where agriculture continues today. The
cultural ecology theme (relationship between the people and the natural environment
through time) could be exploited to attract tourists and create a sense of place within
the Town. Past visioning exercises in the community have revealed significant interest in
wanting to revive their connectivity to the river. People recognized the need to further
study how this could be achieved.
Policy
10.1 It is a policy to encourage the redevelopment, transition or modification of existing
heritage buildings into any use permitted in the zone in which the building is situated,
subject to requirements of the National Building Code.
Proposals
10.2 It is proposed that heritage sites and buildings within the Town be identified and
documented.
10.3 It is proposed that research be undertaken to develop a heritage trail that would
connect heritage/historical sites within the Town and between adjacent municipalities.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 42
SECTION 11 -
Particular Development Proposals
By times, particular development proposals are made that are unable to be predicted or
managed under standard policy. The challenge is that developments such as bare-land
condominiums and integrated developments generally propose multiple main buildings
on a single lot and require particular attention and additional considerations. The goal is to
include mechanisms in the Municipal Plan to permit such developments where appropriate.
Policy
11.1 It is a policy to consider new mini home parks and bare-land condominiums as
developments that are subject to a site-specific rezoning by development agreement to
the Dwelling Group zone.
11.2 It is a policy that bare-land condominiums employ environmentally sustainable
development practices including the incorporation of natural features with regards to:
a)
Drainage;
b)
Green space and recreation areas;
c)
Biodiversity corridors;
d)
Topography
11.3 It is a policy that when considering proposals to rezone properties to the Dwelling
Group zone for a development, the following shall be considered:
a)
Buffer zones from neighbouring uses;
b)
Provision of water and sewer facilities;
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
43
c)
Separation distances between units;
d)
Access and road network;
e)
Parking;
f)
Emergency services;
g)
Garbage collection and snow clearing
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 44
SECTION 12 -
General Policy
12.1
MUNICIPAL PLAN
12.1.1 It is a policy that the "Town of Salisbury Municipal Plan" is the primary
policy document providing the framework by which the future growth and
development of the Town shall be encouraged, controlled and coordinated.
The policies of this Plan shall be implemented through the powers of Council
provided by the Community Planning Act.
12.1.2 It is a policy to encourage and maintain a strong program of planning through
the Southeast Regional Service Commission.
12.1.3 It is a policy to encourage public participation and improve communications
within the planning process.
12.2
ZONING
12.2.1 It is a policy that the Municipality shall amend the "Town of Salisbury Zoning
By-law" along with the enactment of the "Town of Salisbury Municipal Plan"
in accordance with the Community Planning Act and in conformity with the
Municipal Plan.
12.2.2 It is a policy that in considering future amendments to the "Town of Salisbury
Zoning By-law", Council and the Planning Review and Adjustment Committee
shall consider the following:
a) the proposal is in conformance with the intent of this Plan; and
b) the proposal is not premature or inappropriate for any of the following
reasons:
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
45
i)
the financial ability of the Town to absorb any of the public costs relating
to the development;
ii) the adequacy and availability of municipal services; and
iii) the environment shall not be negatively affected in a manner
unacceptable to the Council and other levels of government.
12.2.3 It is a policy, notwithstanding any other policy of the plan, that Council may
consider Integrated Development applications as per Section 58 of the
Community Planning Act for a development that contains a combination of
land uses in separate buildings on a lot, where there is no zone available to
accommodate the combination of uses.
12.3
BUILDING BY-LAW
12.3.1 It is a policy of Council to review and amend where necessary the "Building By-
law" By-law No. 7 to update relevant information and to ensure conformity with
this Plan in accordance with the Community Planning Act.
12.4
SUBDIVISION BY-LAW
12.4.1 It is a policy of Council to review and amend where necessary the "Subdivision
By-law" By-law No. 49 to update relevant information and to ensure conformity
with this Plan in accordance with the Community Planning Act.
12.4.2 It is a policy of Council when reviewing the Town of Salisbury Subdivision By-
law to consider including higher standards, including but not limited to, safety
standards for accesses, general design standards, including length of cul-de-
sacs, preservation of natural features, prohibition of highly constrained areas due
to physical conditions and drainage designs.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 46
SECTION 13 -
Amendments and Revisions of the Municipal Plan
13.1
It is a policy that amendments to this Plan are possible under the Community Planning Act.
13.2
It is a policy to require amendments to the policies of this Plan or to the Future Land
Use Map under the following circumstances:
a) where any policy is to be changed; or
b) where there is a request for an amendment to the Zoning By-law, which is not
permitted by this Plan, and subsequent studies show that the policies of the
Plan should be amended. More specifically, Council may consider undertaking
a review to determine if the land use designations are still appropriate, in the
following instances:
i)
where central municipal sewerage and/or water services are extended to
service lands not formerly served;
ii) where new central sewerage and/or water service areas are created;
iii) where any major public works is undertaken, such as but not limited to the
construction or creation of any new limited access highway, the construction
of an additional river crossing or the creation of any new regional park; and
iv) where Council has determined that there is valid reason to consider a change
pursuant to the results of any significant study including but not limited to the
Recreation Master Plan.
13.3
It is a policy that certain land uses require public consultation and approval of Council
on a site-specific basis, and therefore cannot be pre-zoned. This Plan provides that
certain land uses shall be considered only as amendments to the Zoning By-law
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
47
or in certain instances pursuant to the imposition of terms and conditions. Such
amendments and the imposition of terms and conditions shall only be considered if
they meet the policies found within this Plan.
13.4
It is a policy when considering amendments to the Zoning By-law and/or the
imposition of terms and conditions, the Council and/or the Planning Review and
Adjustment Committee, in addition to all other criteria as set out in the various
policies of this Plan, shall have regard for the following:
a) that the proposal is in conformity with the intent of this Plan and with the
requirements of all other municipal by-laws and regulations;
b) that the proposal meets all necessary consideration in respect of public
health and safety and that the site design meets all fire protection and access
considerations;
c) that the proposed site is suitable in terms of steepness of grades, soil and
ecological conditions, location of watercourses, marshes or bogs and
susceptibility of flooding as well as any other pertinent matter of environmental
concern;
d) that the proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason of:
i)
the financial capability of the Town to absorb any costs relating to the
development;
ii) the adequacy of central or onsite sewerage and water supply services;
iii) storm drainage measures;
iv) the adequacy or proximity of school, recreation or other community facilities;
v) the adequacy of road networks leading or adjacent to or within the
development; and
vi) that controls are placed on the proposed development where necessary to
reduce conflict with any adjacent or nearby land uses by reason of:
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 48
(A) the type of use;
(B) the height, bulk and lot coverage of any proposed building;
(C) traffic generation, access to and from the site and parking;
(D) open storage;
(E) signs; and
(F) any other relevant matter of planning concern.
13.5
It is a policy that Council will undertake regular reviews of the Municipal Plan in
accordance the Community Planning Act. This review shall commence no later than
ten (10) years from the date of its coming into force.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16
49
14.1
It is a policy that in addition to controlling private development, Council may
undertake programs of its own to encourage development in certain areas, improve
or protect the environment, or to provide a greater range of social, recreational,
or cultural facilities. It is the purpose of this Plan as outlined in policy to aid in the
establishment of such programs. It is the intent of Council to incorporate policies
and provisions of this Plan into the Capital Budget and the five-year Capital Plan to
the greatest extent possible as a means of eventual integration of planning, capital
programming and budgeting.
14.2
It is a policy that as required by the Community Planning Act, Council establishes a
five- year Capital Budget (See Schedule "C"). This budget shall be revised annually.
TOWN OF SALISBURY MUNICIPAL PLAN NO. 16 50
SECTION 14 -
Five Year Capital Budget