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Urban and Rural Planning Act
Resolution to Approve
Municipality of Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan
2012-2022
Under the authority of section 16, section 17 and section 18 of the Urban and
Rural Planning Act 2000, the Municipal Council of Trinity Bay North.
a) adopted the Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan 2012-2022 on the 15 day of
October, 2012 .
b) gave notice of the adoption of the Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan by
advertisement inserted on the 25 day October and the 1 day of November,
2012 in the Packet.
c) set the 24 day of April, 2013 at the Town Hall, Port Union, for the holding
of a public hearing to consider objections and submissions.
Now under the authority of Section 23 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act 2000,
the Council of the Municipality of Trinity Bay North approves the Trinity Bay
North Municipal Plan 2012-2022 as adopted.
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Urban and Rural Planning Act
Resolution to Adopt
Municipality of Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan
2012-2022
Under the authority of section 16 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act 2000, the
Municipal Council of Trinity Bay North adopts the Trinity Bay North Municipal
Plan 2012-2022 .
Adopted by the Municipal Council of Trinity Bay North on the 15 day of October,
2012.
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Canadian Institute of Planners Certification
I certify that the attached Municipal Plan has been prepared in accordance with the
requirements of the Urban and Rural Planning Act 2000.
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Table of Contents ............................................................................ i
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................. 1
1. 1
The Purpose of a Municipal Plan ......................................... 1
1.2
Planning Area .................................................................... 2
1.3
The Planning Process ......................................................... 2
1.4
Effect and Implementation .................................................. 3
1. 5
Reviewing and Amending the Plan ...................................... 3
1. 6
Organization ....................................................................... 3
2.0 Planning Context ..................................................................... 5
2.1
The History of Trinity Bay North .......................................... 5
2. 2
Demographics and Labour .................................................. 6
2.3
The Land of Trinity Bay North .............................. ............... 8
2.4
Municipal Services ........................................................... 14
3.0 Community Vision & Goals .................................................... 15
3. 1
Community Vision ............................................... ............. 15
3. 2
Community Goals ............................................................. 15
4.0 Community Wide Policies ...................................................... 17
4. 1
;-Grow" into a stronger Town ............................................. 17
4.2
Embrace practices of environmental stewardship .............. 18
4.3
Improve public health and safety ....................................... 19
4.4
Preserve and promote the Town's rich history and culture. 19
4. 5
Anticipate and plan for the impacts of a changing climate .. 20
5.0 Land Use Policies .................................................................. 21
5. 1
Mixed Development .......................................................... 22
5.2
Residential ....................................................................... 24
5.3
Historic District,. ............................................................... 26
5. 4
Open Space ..................................................................... 29
5.5
Rural ................................................................................ 31
5.6
Protected Water Supply,,. ................................................. 33
6.0 Services & Infrastructure ...................................................... 35
7.0 Implementation ...................................................................... 37
7. 1
Administration of the Municipal Plan ................................. 37
7.2
Development Regulations ................................................. 38
7. 3
Public Consultation ........................................................... 39
7.4
Amending and Reviewing the Municipal Plan .................... 39
7. 5
Municipal Land Assembly ................................................. 39
7.6
Professional Advice .......................................................... 40
7.7
Municipal Budget and Capital Works Program ................... 40
Appendices ................................................................................... 41
Appendix A Future Land Use Map .............................................. 42
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The Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan is Council's comprehensive policy document for the
management of growth within the municipal planning area over a ten year period between 2012 and
2022. The Plan outlines a vision for development of the municipality, and goals, objectives and
policies of Council regarding development of the municipal planning area for the next ten years.
This introductory section provides more detail on the purpose of municipal planning and the
process that is involved in designing a Plan for Trinity Bay North. This section also includes other
information including the boundary of the Municipality, the public engagement process, the effect
and implementation of the Plan and an outline of how the Plan is organized.
1.1 The Purpose of a Municipal Plan
The purpose of a municipal plan is to establish a set of policies that Council must follow when
making decisions regarding the future growth and development of the Municipality, which are based
on the input and feedback of the public. The plan consists of two documents; the Municipal Plan
and the accompanying Development Regulations.
The Municipal Plan is a set of policies that are built upon the vision and goals of the community.
While many of these policies apply to the entire Municipality, some policies apply only to
designated areas of land, which are referred to in the Future Land Use Map in the Appendix. The
Development Regulations implement Municipal policies through specific requirements that ensure
land is controlled and managed in accordance with the Plan. Like the Municipal Plan, some
regulations apply to all land in the Municipality, however, some apply only to certain zones, which
are referred to in the accompanying Land Use Zoning Map.
Together, the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations will help Council guide future
development over the next ten years - remaining in effect until 2022. This Plan is the first official
plan for the newly amalgamated Municipality of Trinity Bay North, consisting of the former towns of
Catalina, Little Catalina, Melrose and Port Union. This Plan repeals and replaces the former
Municipal Plan and Development Regulations of Little Catalina and Melrose. Port Union and
Catalina, on the other hand, have never officially adopted a Municipal Plan.
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1.2 Planning Area
Planning Area for Trinity Bay North
The map to the right shows the Municipal
Boundary and Planning Area for the
Municipality of Trinity Bay North. The Planning
Area is governed by Municipal Council, whom
exercise control over all development,
watersheds and amenities of the municipality.
The policies of the Municipality apply to lands
within the Planning Area.
1.J The Planning Process
The procedure in preparing a Municipal Plan
requires several steps as shown in the figure
on the next page. The first step involves
researching all relevant planning issues,
including a review of current land use,
demographic and economic data and gathering
the most recent mapping for the Municipality.
The second step iEivolves consulting with the
public, various government agencies and other
relevant organizations. On November 15,
2011, a public meeting was held at the Frank
Power Chalet in Port Union. The event was
advertised in the Channel newspaper and
posters were put up around the mu nicipa!ity.
Following the meeting, residents had the
opportunity to provide further input by fax,
email or phone.
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Next, draft versions of the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations are written based on the
information provided during the research and public consultation stages. Council then reviews the
documents and by resolution formally adopts them under Section 16 (1) of the Urban and Rural
Planning Process for the Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan
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Planning Act (2000). Council will then give notice of a public hearing on the Municipal Plan. A
Commissioner is appointed by the Council to conduct the Public Hearing and write a report to
Council together with his or her recommendations.
After the Commissioner's report has been submitted, Council considers the Commissioner's
recommendations and may approve the Plan, or approve it with recommended changes. Council
will then submit the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations to the Minister of Municipal
Affairs to be registered in a planning registry established in the Department. The Plan comes into
effect on the date notice of its registration is published in the Newfoundland and Labrador Gazette
(Section 24(3)).
1.4 Effect and Implementation
When the Municipal Plan comes into effect it is binding upon Council and upon all other persons,
corporations and organizations. Also, Council is required to develop regulations for the control of
the use of land, in strict conformity with the Municipal Plan, in the form of the Development
Regulations. These Regulations are prepared and approved at the same time as the Municipal
Plan, and like the Plan, may be amended at any time.
The boundaries between the different land uses designated in the Municipal Plan are meant to be
general, except in the case of roads or other prominent physical features where they are intended
to define the exact limits of each category of land use. Nothing in the Plan shall affect the
continuance of land uses which are lawfully established on the date that this Plan comes into effect.
Day-to-day administration of the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations will be conducted by
staff members authorized by Council who will issue permits for developments approved by Council.
Staff will also make recommendations to Council on matters pertaining to development in
accordance with the Municipal Plan and enforce the regulations. Details about the implementation
of the Plan can be found in Section 7: Implementation.
1.s Reviewing and Amending the Plan
Under the Urban and Rural Planning Act, Council must review the Plan every five years from the
date on which it comes into effect, and if necessary, revise it to reflect changes in the community
that can be foreseen during the next 10-year period. The Plan may be amended as necessary prior
to the five-year review in response to new development proposals, changed policies, or community
priorities. Such amendments must fol low the process outlined in Sections 14 to 24 of the Act.
1.6 Organization
The Plan consists of seven sections. The Introduction section identifies the steps required to
create a Municipal Plan and Development Regulations. Next, the Planning Context section
provides a community analysis, including a brief history and relevant socio-economic,
environmental and governance information relevant to the Plan. These details are essential to
understand the strengths, opportunities and potential threats to the Municipality which inform the
policies of the Plan. The next section outlines the Community Vision & Goals. Based on the input
received from the public and Municipal Council and the results of the background research, a
succinct community vision and accompanying goals are outlined.
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The next three sections set out the policies that respond directly to the community vision and goals.
Community-Wide Policies outlines general policies that throughout the Planning Area. The next
section, Land Uses Policies, contains more specific policies that apply only to certain land use
designations throughout the Planning Area. Policies associated with Services & Infrastructure are
found in the next section.
The final section addresses the Implementation of the Plan. It includes matters regarding the
administration of the Plan and Development Regulations, Plan review and amendment procedures,
municipal land assembly and professional advice. Finally, appendices include the future land use
map.
Throughout the Plan and in the Development Regulations, maps and graphics are used as
frequently as possible to illustrate policies and regulations in order to make the document
accessible and user-friendly. Throughout this document, several terms are used on a regular basis
and shall be interpreted as follows;
Council shall mean the Council of the Municipality of Trinity Bay North
Development Regulations shall mean the Trinity Bay North Development Regulations
Municipal Planning Area shall mean the Trinity Bay North Municipal Planning Area
The Plan shall mean the Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan
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In order to plan for the future it is important to understand the context of the Municipality and
consider the forces that will influence the region in the future. This section of the Plan identifies key
historical, socio-economic, environmental and administrative information that is relevant to the Plan
and it policies.
2.1 The History of Trinity Bay North
Trinity Bay North is a small, coastal fishing community set on the northeastern shore of the
Bonavista Peninsula and has a long and fascinating history. Although the Municipality has
physically existed for hundreds of years, the name "Trinity Bay North" has only existed since 2005.
It was at this time that the communities of Melrose, Port Union and Catalina amalgamated into a
single township, who were later joined by Little Catalina in 2010. All four communities have their
own unique story and character and have evolved individually for hundreds of years.
Throughout its history, the communities of Trinity Bay North have been intimately connected to the
sea and to the fishery, which together have brought times of prosperity and progressive
entrepreneurship, but also tragedy and economic despair. Settlement in Trinity Bay North can be
traced to 1534, when Jacques Cartier spent ten days in the uninhabited harbour of Catalina. Not
long after, the first European fishermen began to frequently
visit nearby fishing grounds and by 1580 approximately one
hundred people had settled permanently in the town of
Catalina. Catalina remained the only settlement until several
families moved north along the coast to harvest lumber in what
is now known as Little Catalina. In the meantime, the port in
Catalina was quickly becoming an important industrial hub on
Bonavista Peninsula. In the early 1800s, first settlements
began to appear south of Catalina in a town called Ragged
Harbour, which is now known as Melrose. By 1836, 153
residents llved in the town, which also continued to grow and
develop into an important fishing port in the region.
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The fishery was booming in the towns of Catalina, Little
Catalina and Melrose. In 1915, union leader local
businessman and politician William F. Coaker bought land
between Melrose and Catalina. He had a vision of building a
town to act as the headquarters of a fishermen's union. This
vision was realized only a year later, as construction workers
arrived to begin construction of a new town that Coaker
named Port Union, the official headquarters of the
"Fishermen's Protective Union". Construction was completed
in early 1918, and the new town included a salt fish
processing plant, department store, hotel, bakery, sea! oil
plant, coa! and salt storage shed, a shipyard and even a
movie theatre - all owned by the Union. The town also
included two rows of wooden duplex housing for employees.
By 1919, an estimated 400 people were employed by the
various Union operations and by 1921 the town itself had a
population of 532. For its time, Port Union was a very
progressive concept. Not only was Port Union the only union
town in North America, Coaker ensured that the most recent and sophisticated technology was
used in the town, including electric elevators, unconventional fish processing techniques and hydro-
electric power generators.
The construction of Port Union marked the heyday of prosperity in the Town. A healthy fishing
industry continued to propel the economies in all of the towns of Trinity Bay North, until the tragic
collapse of the cod stock. The cod moratorium of 1992 hit the region hard. The vast majority of
workers found themselves unemployed overnight, as plants shut down and boats docked. Since
then, the industry has never really recovered. A handful of plants remained open, including a seal
pelt processing plant and a shrimp plant. Recently, however, Hurricane Igor severely damaged the
shrimp plant beyond immediate repair and forced almost two hundred people to find work
elsewhere.
2.2 Demographics and Labour
Inevitably, the collapse of the fishery has
resulted in significant population decline in
the communities that make up the current
municipality. In 1986, the population was
3,055. Twenty years later it had lost 34.5%
of the population, dropping to 2,000
residents. The most significant drop
occurred (16.0% decline) between 2001
and 2006. This trend, which is so common
throughout rural Newfoundland and
Labrador, can be attributed to a lack of year
round stable employment, reduced
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industries like fishing and forestry and the Jure of high-paying jobs in urban centres of the province
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This trend also tends to leave towns with an
increasingly high proportion of older
residents. The graph to the right shows the
population of Trinity Bay North by age group
and gender and reveals an aging population.
A large proportion of residents fall between
the ages of 40 and 64, and a lack of people
aged 20-34. The median age for residents
living in the Municipality was 46.5 in 2006,
which was almost five years older than the
rest of the provlnce at 41. 7. These
demographic projections will have impacts on
future infrastructure requirements and
development demand. For example, the
Municipality will need to offer specific
amenities and services that cater to an
elderly population, such as a variety of senior
care homes, housing options, health care
services and infrastructure improvements
that will improve walkability.
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Most of the working population in Trinity Bay North are employed in the construction, primary and
processing/manufacturing industry - the majority of which are male workers. On the other hand,
there are a number of female workers employed in the sales and services industry. The
unemployment rate in Trinity Bay North is quite a bit higher than the rest of the province. 26.8% of
the labour force was unemployed in 2006, compared to 18.6% of the province.
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2.3 The Land of Trinity Bay North
The built environment of Trinity Bay North is contained within the four communities of Melrose, Port
Union, Catalina and Little Catalina, which are all bounded by the ocean to the east and, for the
most part, Route 230 to the west. The highway acts as the "spine" of the Municipality, linking the
communities to one another and to other communities on the Bonavista Peninsula.
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Melrose ls the southernmost community in the Municipality and is almost exclusively residential.
The built area is located mostly along the ocean and connected to the highway by Main Road.
Housing is scattered along the sloping coast haphazardly, with homes and fishing stages lined
along the coastline.
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Port Union is located about a kilometre north of Melrose and is centred mostly along Highway 230,
with a branch of development along Main Street South which features the historic Union town. The
community features residential development with some commercial and industrial buildings along
the highway, including a shrimp processing plant.
Catalina
Catalina is the largest community within the Municipality and together with Port Union forms the
core district. There is no visible distinction between the two communities, as development
continues seamlessly from one into other. Development is lined along Highway 230 and along Main
Street which runs parallel to the Highway and hugs the waterfront. These two main roads are linked
by several roads and feature a mix of uses, including institutional, commercial, residential and
industrial developments. Notable buildings include a seal processing plant, an elementary school, a
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library, a post office and a grocery store. When Highway 230 continues on north beyond the
Harbour, East Point Road branches off and wraps around the eastern shore of the Harbour,
featuring more housing.
Little Catalina
Little Catalina is situated away from Highway 230, along Little Catalina Road, which wraps around
the northeast portion of Little Catalina Harbour. Homes are irregularly dotted along the main road,
with backlot development working its way up the coast. The western side of the Harbour is largely
undeveloped and features a trail to Catalina and a picturesque sea arch. On the other side of the
Harbour, another trail begins at the end of Little Catalina Road which follows the coast 7.5
kilometres north to the Towns of Maberly and Elliston.
Natural Environment
The natural environment of Trinity Bay North
is one of the Town's greatest assets. The
meandering coastline creates several deep
harbours and impressive headlands
extending out into the ocean. The topography
on land is gently rolling with a handful of high
points which offer great vistas of the area.
Beyond the coast are barrens with patches of
peatlands and forested areas. Much of the
area is covered by a thin layer of topsoil and
loose rock and sporadic boulders left by
retreating glaciers. Numerous lakes and
ponds are scattered on top of an underlying
granite surface.
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The natural environment supports populations of
wildlife and migratory birds. In the marine
environment, seals, whales and icebergs are
often present during the summer months. Trinity
Bay North also has world class geological
features. Geologists from all over the world have
come to study rare fossils and rock formations
along the coast and recently the province has
written regulations to protect nineteen areas
along the coast of Trinity Bay North that contain
well preserved fossils.
Climate Change
Trinity Bay North is a coastal community and is
thus vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
Climate change will result in more frequent and
intense storm events and rising sea levels that
can lead to coastal and riverbank erosion,
flooding and damages from storm surges. Marine
and municipal infrastructure near the coast is
particularly vulnerable, including homes, wharves,
stages and slipways in a II four corn munities, the
fish plants in Port Union and Catalina, lighthouses
on Green Island and Manuel Island, and two
bridges in Port Union and Catalina. In 2010,
Hurricane Igor (a 50 to 100 year storm event)
caused considerable damage in Trinity Bay North
and the rest of the Bonavista Peninsula,
devastating coastal buildings and infrastructure,
roads, trails and properties.
Parks and Recreation
There is an abundance of beautiful trails
throughout Trinity Bay North. A handful of trails
follow the coastline, connecting communities and
creating access to geologically significant sites
and offering scenic views of the ocean. There are
Top: Ediacaran fossil on Little Catalina Harbour
Middle: Marine infrastructure in Catalina
also several inland trails that surround lakes and
Bottom: Recreational facillt,es at Lookout Pond Municipal Park
offer additional recreational opportunities for
residents and visitors. Currently, the Municipality
is struggling to keep the trails up to acceptable standards. Recently, a study was conducted to
estimate trail maintenance costs and currently the Municipality is working with neighbouring
municipalities to develop and maintain a regional trail network. The Municipality also has three
playgrounds, two softball fields and a tennis court and is also working on building a new park on
Cauls Pond, north of Little Catalina.
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Heritage and Tourism
Port Union is both a registered National Historic Site and a Provincial Heritage District. Within the
district are four provincially registered heritage structures. The Port Union Hydro-Electric
Generating Station is located on the southwest arm of Catalina Harbour, which was built in 1916 to
provide electricity to the Union buildings. The Fishermen's Union Trading Company built two
structures, a salt fish plant and a retail store, which are both registered heritage structures. The salt
fish plant was built in 1946 and is recognized by white exterior and three tall elevator shafts. The
facility was state-of-the-art during its time and gave the Union a competitive edge in the industry.
The retail store is adjacent to the salt fish plant and was built at the same time. The architectural
style of the store also matches the salt fish plant and was an important commercial hub for the
Union. Finally, the Fishermen's Protective Union Factory/Advocate Building was built in 1920 and
included a woodworking shop and the headquarters of the Fishermen's Advocate, a popular and
often controversial newspaper that articulated Union values. The building was serviced by an
electric elevator, a rare luxury in rural fishing towns and a status symbol for Union members.
Registered Heritage Structures
Port Union
Port Union Hydro-Electric
Fishermen's Union
Generating Station
Trading Company Salt
Fish Plant
Fishermen's Union
Trading Company Retail
Store
FPU Factory and Advocate
Building
In addition to these four registered heritage sites, there are a number of non-registered heritage
places throughout the rest of the Municipality, including approximately seventy more sites in Port
Union, fourteen in Catalina, seven in Little Catalina and two in Melrose. Although a handful of these
buildings have been maintained and kept in good conditions by their owners, many are in poor
condition or have fallen into disrepair. Other Towns within the region are going through the effort of
encouraging heritage property owners to maintain their land and buildings through incentives or
meticulous development regulations. In Trinity Bay North, it will be important to follow a similar path
in order to ensure that heritage buildings remain a part of the community for years to come.
Port Union also has an area of archaeological significance. In 1918, two families began a
settlement east of Port Union called Murphy's Cove, which is now known on the maps as Southeast
Cove. The families fished, farmed and raised livestock there until 1960, when they abandoned the
site and moved to Port Union or Catalina. Today, the road built by the families is used as the
Murphy's Cove and Lodge's Pond Trail.
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2.4 Municipal Services
Water and Sewer
Trinity Bay North's water supply is Whirl Pond. The municipal water system delivers chlorinated,
potable water to almost every building in the municipality. There is a piped sewage system
available to the majority of buildings. The sewer network consists of gravity based 200mm sewer
mains, a dozen or so lift stations and a handful of outfalls along the coast. The majority of the water
and sewer infrastructure was built between the 1970s and 80s.
Roads
The Municipality is responsible for the maintenance of all the roads within the Municipal Boundary,
with the exception of Route 230, which is under jurisdiction of the province. The majority of roads
are paved and in good conditions. Over the next three years, the Municipality intends to continue
municipality-wide general maintenance and pave some gravel roads in Little Catalina.
Municipal Buildings
Since amalgamation, the Municipal Building
has been established in Port Union. The
Municipality also still owns and operates former
Town Halls in Catalina and Little Catalina, as
well as the Coaker Foundation office and Frank
Power Chalet in Port Union and a firehall in
Catalina.
Waste Removal
In the past, the Municipality has operated its
own waste disposal site approximately 2.5
kilometres from the municipal boundary on
Route 237. Currently, municipalities on the
Bonavista Peninsula are working together to
centralize waste management. As a result,
waste from Trinity Bay North will be transported
north to a site in Bonavista in mid 2012. The
old site will be closed and remediated to
standards determined by the province. The
province requires Towns to prohibit
development within a 1 .6 km buffer of both
active and decommissioned waste disposal
sites; however, the buffer area for Trinity Bay
North's waste disposal site is well outside of
the Municipal Boundary {see map to right).
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3.1 Community Vision
The Municipality of Trinity Bay North is a sterling example of four united communities, striving
toward a prosperous future economically and socially. Our strong connection with the fishery and
our natural surroundings are preserved and proudly shared with visitors and future generations.
Our Municipality continues to become a better place to live, work and play. We maintain
infrastructure that is appropriate, and shrewdly invest in endeavours that encourage a safe and
healthy lifestyle. We treasure the unique history and cultural identity of Melrose, Port Union,
Catalina and Little Catalina, building a future upon the strengths of our past.
3.2 Community Goals
"Grow" into a sterling example of four united communities
The collapse of the fishing industry has led to the loss of hundreds of jobs and the steady decline of
our population, leaving abandoned properties and underutilized sites throughout our Town. We see
this "threat" as an opportunity to consolidate our urban infrastructure in a socially and financially
sustainable manner by maintaining and improving upon our existing core strengths and assets, and
by strictly limiting further outward expansion. We will also take the opportunity to creatively reuse
abandoned or unused buildings and sites or return them back to nature to create more open green
space. By accepting that we will likely become smaller, we can control shrinkage rather than letting
it control us.
Protect and preserve our natural landscape
Our Town is situated in a spectacular natural landscape. We will strive to protect this asset through
the preservation of the natural environment, waterways and wetlands, and scenic views, which will
contribute to an ecologically strong and healthy community. We will also seek to preserve and
promote our Town's rich geological resources and pursue and support the development of a "geo-
park" to share our story and our land with others.
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Improve public health and safety
We recognize that a healthy and safe community are critical to our quality of life. Therefore, we will
support endeavours that encourage healthy and active lifestyles, such as maintaining trail
networks, improving safety signage or developing and maintaining year-round recreational facilities.
Preserve and promote the Town's rich history and culture
Our Town has a wonderfully unique history and culture. We will seek to preserve and promote this
history and culture through the protection of heritage buildings and structures and through
supporting tourism development so that we can share these stories with others. Furthermore, we
recognize that Trinity Bay North is an amalgamated Town of four unique communities - Melrose,
Port Union, Catalina and Little Catalina. Although amalgamation has many administrative benefits,
we will support endeavours that reinforce and preserve the historical and cultural identities of each
respective community.
Recognize and anticipate for the impacts of a changing climate
While the ocean is a tremendous gift, it also carries potential threats. With expected rising sea
levels and more frequent storm activity, development a long the coast will need to be carefully
protected.
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The following policies have been designed to help the Town accomplish the community-wide goals
outlined in the previous section and shall apply throughout the entire Planning Area.
4.1 "Grow" into a stronger Town
Policy G-1 Concentrate Development
Infill development within existing community centres shall be preferred over expanding further
outward. Empty buildings and lots that are currently out of use provide an opportunity for new
residential and commercial uses within existing built up areas of the Town. All development must
have proper road access and standard frontage onto an existing public road.
Policy G-2 Municipal Servicing
All new developments must be connected to municipal water and sewer system by the time of
occupancy. If connecting to the municipal system is not possible or unfeasible, Council may permit
on-site servicing where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Council and Service NL
that the site has the capacity to bear such services over the long term without adverse on or off-site
impacts. Furthermore, it must be demonstrated that it is unfeasible for the proposed development to
occur within existing serviced areas of the Town.
Policy G-3 Back Lot Development
Back lot development may be permitted in accordance with the Development Regulations, provided
that adequate measures are undertaken to minimize potential conflicts with nearby property
owners. Furthermore, pursuant to Policy G-2, all back lot developments must be connected to
municipal services.
Policy G-4 Compatible Development and Temporary Uses
New development, including temporary uses such as the parking of trailers, shall not adversely
affect existing land uses by causing a hazard or nuisance such as excessive traffic, noise, dust,
odour or unsightly appearance.
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Policy G-5 Landscape Alteration
Activities such as filling in of low lying or steeply sloped areas or cutting into hillsides to expand
useable land area can have significant impacts on wetlands, natural drainage, stability of slopes
(which can cause erosion) and can create visual eyesores in the community.
Alteration of hillsides with slopes greater than 30% through the deposition of fill or by excavation,
whether for the purposes of creating land suitable for development or not, regardless of land use
zone, shall be prohibited. Land disturbance affecting more than 250 square meters in area shall
require application, review and approval by the Town and show the full extent of disturbance that is
intended. Where alterations to the landscape are approved, financial guarantees may be required
to ensure adequate site rehabilitation and/or landscaping.
Policy G-6 Derelict Buildings and Properties
Buildings and properties must be properly maintained and kept
in an orderly appearance. Buildings and lots that have been
abandoned or are beyond repair shall, at the expense of the
owner, be taken down and returned to a reasonable standard
determined by Council. Any building built before 1949 shall
require written permission from Council before demolition can
commence.
Policy G-7 Signs
All signs within the Planning Area shall be developed in accordance with the standards set out in
the Development Regulations.
Policy G-8 Parking and Loading
Parking and loading areas shall be provided for new developments in accordance with the
standards set out in the Development Regulations.
Policy G-9 Non-Conforming Uses
In accordance with the Section 108 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000, Council shall
recognize that any development or land use that legally exists on the day this Plan comes into
effect, may continue. Where a building or use exists which does not comply with the intent of the
Plan, it shall not be substantially expanded. Minor extensions may be approved, and a change of
from one non-conforming use to a more acceptable use may be permitted.
4.2 Embrace practices of environmental stewardship
Policy G-10 Effect on Natural Features
It is the policy of Council to ensure that development will not adversely affect natural features by
creating or contributing to erosion or contamination of air, water or soil and their systems .
Policy G-11 Protective Buffer
A protective buffer of undisturbed soil and vegetation shall be retained along the shorelines of all
water bodies. The buffer shall be sufficient to prevent erosion, retain natural drainage features,
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prevent siltation, preserve public access and protect fish habitat. Filling in or alterations of wetlands
shall be prohibited. The required depth of the buffer shall be determined by the Town.
Policy G-12 Protection of Waterbodies
Development proposals that may directly or indirectly adversely affect the water quality of the
Public Water Supply and all other waterbodies must be referred to and approved by the Water
Resources Division of the Department of Environment and Labour before any permits are issued by
Council.
4.3 Improve public health and safety
Policy G-13 Pedestrian Access and Safety
Council will ensure that pedestrian access and safety are adequately considered in the design and
maintenance of all roads within the Planning Area, and that road design conforms to existing
topography wherever possible.
Policy G-14 Protection of the Trails and Traditional Pathways
It shall be the policy of Council to ensure public access to all trails and
traditional footpaths that run throughout the Town is maintained.
Therefore, new and existing development must take into account and
provide for the continuation of the traditional trail network, as shown on
the Future Land Use Map, and provide a minimum buffer of 15m
between the proposed development and the trail. Only developments
deemed compatible with the functioning of the trail as a recreational
and scenic resource may be permitted within this buffer. Where trails
are located along existing street rights of way, no buffer is required.
Policy G-15 Protection of Scenic Views and Coastal Access
Council will ensure that new development does not obstruct important views from public vantage
points to the ocean, cliffs and hills and any other important natural features of the Town.
Furthermore, no new development shall occur near the shoreline that deters public access or
obstructs view planes of the coast.
4.4 Preserve and promote the Town's rich history and culture
Policy G-16 Identification and Protection of Historic Resources
Council shall identify and document heritage buildings, structures and landmarks that exist
throughout the Town and shall protect these assets from demolition unless it is financially
prohibitive to maintain or improve the structure. Written approval for the demolition of an identified
historic resource must be granted by Council prior to demolition.
Policy G-17 Protection of Archaeological Resources
Council will consult with the Provincial Archaeology Office, Department of Tourism, Culture and
Recreation, before undertaking major municipal infrastructure projects, or considering applications
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for development that are proposed to occur on land where archaeological resources are known to
exist or in areas that have not been disturbed by previous development.
4.s Anticipate and plan for the impacts of a changing climate
Policy G-18 Planning for Climate Change
It shall be the intention of Council to seek information and professional advice about the effects of
climate changes on the community and municipal infrastructure and shall ensure that proposed
development in vulnerable coastal areas are protected and appropriate for their area.
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The Municipal Plan identifies and
designates lands within the Planning Area
into broad land use categories or
designations which are shown on the
Future Land Use Map in the Appendix and
in the illustrative map to the left.
Policy LU-1
Land Use Designations
Land use in Trinity Bay North will be
managed in accordance with the specific
land use designations, which are
described in the appropriate sections that
follow and are listed as follows:
I Mixed Development
Residential
Historic District
Open Space
Rural
Protected Water Supply
Policy LU-2
Conflict of Interpretation
Where any land proposed for
development appears to be within two or
more land use designations, Council may
interpret the Future Land Use Map,
consider the goals, objectives and policies
of this Plan and determine the
development to be wholly contained within
one land use designation, without
amend.ment to the Future Land Use Map.
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s.1 Mixed Development
The Mixed Development land use designation applies generally to lands along Route 230, or the
Discovery Trial. beginning in Port Union and extending through Catalina parallel to Catalina
Harbour. This area reflects a mixed use pattern of development that has evolved over time and acts
as the commercial and industrial hub for the Town. The Mixed Development designation also
includes single detached homes, restaurants, senior care homes, a post office, a grocery store.
marine industrial facilities, an elementary school and the Town Hall.
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1. To create a "hub" for Trinity Bay North where a range of housing, services and employment are
located
2. To encourage infill development and reuse of existing structures and buildings along existing
streets
3. To provide a mix of services and uses that are compatible with one another
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Mixed Development Policies
Policy MD-1 Intent of Mixed Development Designation
The continued development of a dense and vibrant Town core is important in improving the quality
of life in the community. It is Council's intention to encourage the fine-grained and complementary
mix of uses within the Mixed Development designation and to focus commercial, industrial and
institutional developments in this area. The Mixed Development designation shall also permit a
range of residential use classes such as single dwellings, double dwellings and apartments. Other
permitted uses include childcare, conservation, parks and playgrounds, or other forms of assisted
living facilities, general, personal, professional and medical service uses, offices, shops, service
stations and general garages, restaurants and bars, tourist accommodations, small scale
agriculture, churches, places of worship and public works and utilities. Large scale commercial
developments such as shopping centres and industrial and marine-related uses may be permitted
at the discretion of Council.
Policy MD-2 Commercial Development
Commercial development shall be permitted throughout the Mixed
Development designation; however, it shall be the intention of Council
to focus commercial development, particularly shopping and personal
services, in the Catalina area around the fish plant where existing
commercial developments already occur (see map to right}.
Policy MD-3 Plant to Plant Corridor
Currently, the fish plant in Port Union remains damaged and
employment opportunities at the plant in Catalina are dwindling. The
future of these plants is uncertain. Therefore, Council shall
investigate potential redevelopment or reuse opportunities at these
two locations and lands in-between that could offer economic and/or
social benefits to the residents of the Town.
Policy MD-4 Marine Industrial Development
Marine industrial development, when permitted subject to other
policies of this Plan, shall be located adjacent to or in place of the two
existing fish plants in Port Union and Catalina.
Policy MD-5 Compatibility
Non residential uses in the Mixed Development designation shall not
create a nuisance or hazard to adjoining properties, and if necessary,
must be adequately separated and buffered from nearby residential
development.
Policy MD-6 Access
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that will enable the efficient and safe flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
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The Residential land use designation applies to several areas throughout the Town. The
communities of Melrose and Little Catalina are contained within this designation, as are small
neighbourhoods extendlng out from Catalina along East Point Road and from Port Union along
Main Street South. Residential neighbourhoods are places that are visually attractive, safe and
provide opportunities for people to live in comfort and commune with one another. These
neighbourhoods feature mostly residential types of development (particularly single detached
homes).
Objectives
1. To provide for the continuation of safe and tidy residential neighbourhoods
2. To provide areas for seasonal and commercial residential development
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Policy R-1
Intent of the Residential Designation
The Residential land use designation shall accommodate single, double and seasonal dwellings,
recreational and conservation uses, marine transportation uses (such as marinas, wharfs and
docks) and public works and utilities. Council may also permit other forms of housing (such as
boarding homes, row and mobile dwellings and tourism accommodations in the form of bed and
breakfast establishments), home based offices, agriculture and medical, personal and professional
services, transportation services, convenience stores, cemeteries, places of worship and child care.
Policy R-2
Home Based Businesses
Home-based businesses may be permitted in the Residential designation in the form of
professional, medical and personal services, daycare or artistic uses in accordance with the
standards set out in the Development Regulations.
Policy R-3
Neighbourhood Commercial Uses
It is recognized that it is desirable for limited commercial uses to be located close to the
neighbourhoods they serve. However, it is also important to ensure that such uses do not disrupt
residential neighbourhoods. Therefore, it is a policy of Council that convenience stores may be
considered in the Residential designation.
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s.J Historic District
Port Union is recognized as a national and provincial heritage site and is treasured by the Town as
a place of social and historical significance. The Historic District designation includes the area
included within the Port Union Historic District boundary observed by the Provincial and Federal
government. A small extension of land along the waterfront which includes several monuments and
information panels is also included in the designation.
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1. To recognize and preserve the historic character of the Port Union Historic District
2. To encourage new development that is consistent with the traditional patterns and aesthetics of
the historic district
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To encourage developments and endeavours that support and promote the historic district as a
tourist destination
4. To encourage a mix of uses and housing types that will improve the quality and vitality of the
historic district
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Policy H-1
Intent of the Historic District Designation
The intent of the Historic District designation is to protect and preserve the historically significant
buildings and properties within the national and provincially established boundaries of the Port
Union Historic District. Jn this area, single and double dwellings, bed and breakfast establishments,
cemeteries, childcare, conservation, homes for special care, medical services, general services,
professional services, personal services, offices, parks, public works and utilities, shops,
playgrounds and walking trails are permitted.
Other residential uses such as apartments, commercial uses such as restaurants, bars, clubs and
lodges, inns, artist studios and other shops may also be considered. Cultural and civic uses such
as municipal offices, libraries, museums, art galleries, and uses where people assemble such as
community halls, theatres, marine transportation uses (such as marinas, wharfs and docks), indoor
or outdoor markets and places of worship may also be considered. Industrial uses such as light
industry, small scale agriculture and marine industry may also be considered.
Policy H-2 New Development
New buildings (including accessory buildings) within the Historic District shall be required to be
compatible with the historic building form, scale, height, setbacks and architectural features that are
characteristic of those buildings within the Historic District.
Policy H-3 Accessory Buildings
Small sheds, garages and greenhouses shall be permitted in association with permitted uses.
However, accessory buildings must maintain a similar aesthetic as the main building on the
property in terms of colour, exterior cladding and roof line. Placement of accessory buildings shall
be in rear or side yards. Portable canvas structures, baby barns, plastic shelters or other temporary
accessory buildings are not permitted in the Historic District.
Policy H-4 Alteration of Buildings with Historic Value
Repairs, renovations, alterations or additions to the building envelope of existing heritage buildings
or structures, shall, where possible, retain the characteristics and features of the original building in
accordance with requirements set out in the Development Regulations.
Policy H-5 Alteration of Non-Heritage Buildings
Repairs, renovations, alterations or additions to the building envelope of existing non-heritage
buildings or structures, shall, where possible, be done in a manner compatible with adjoining
heritage properties in terms of building form. scale and architectural features.
Policy H-6 Landscaping
Council shall maintain the integrity of the surrounding natural landscape through the preservation
and protection of natural features such as mature trees, waterbodies, gardens, open space and
other significant features.
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Policy H-7 Streets in the Historic District
All roads in the Historic District land use designation shall not be realigned, increased in size, or
otherwise altered except where no other measures are available to protect public safety.
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Trinity Bay North has a range of natural assets throughout the municipality, including rugged
coastlines, traditional hiking trails, geological treasures, deep forests, numerous lakes, rivers and
wetlands and a rolling landscape that offers several fantastic views of the Town. These pleasant
and peaceful places are used for a variety of recreational purposes, for outdoor communal
gathering and for personal refuge and quiet enjoyment. These are also important ecological places
used by birds and wildlife and a part of natural systems that support our existence.
Objectives
1. To preserve natural areas that are environmentally or culturally sensitive
2. To provide areas for recreation facilities, parks, and open space which are integrated into the
community and available to a variety of age groups and interests
3. To provide natural areas and supporting amenities that encourage an active and healthy lifestyle
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Open Space Policies
Policy os-1 Intent of the Open Space Designation
The purpose of the Open Space designation is to protect and preserve these important, natural
areas, with an emphasis on waterways and wetlands, natural drainage systems, scenic landscape
and areas that may be susceptible to hazardous events by virtue of natural erosion, storm surge
events or flooding.
Within this land use designation, Council will encourage recreational uses and facilities, such as
parks, outdoor sports fields, nature trails and nature interpretation signage. Agricultural and forestry
uses, public works and utilities, and uses related to marine transportation uses (such as wharves
and docks) may also be considered.
Policy OS-2 Conservation of Land
Within the Open Space land use designation, lands shall be conserved in their natural state for
seen ic and ecological or used for outdoor recreation.
Policy OS-3 Recreational Open Space
Open Space areas that include Municipal parks shall continue to be used as centres for community
events, outdoor recreation, festivals and events. Recreational, cultural or civic facilities may also be
considered for development in this area. Hiking trails, boardwalks and nature interpretation
structures shall be designed and development with minimal environmental disturbance.
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The Rural designation includes areas set aside for rural resource based (including industrial)
purposes. These areas contain valuable resources of wildlife, water and open space that can be
utilized for a number of purposes. The appeal and unspoiled appearance of this area wi!I become
increasingly important in the future.
Objectives
1. To permit existing natural resource lands and associated uses to continue and to preserve land for
future development within the Town
2. To allocate lands that can be used for resource development in a manner that is sustainable,
ensuring their use by future generations
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To ensure that natural resource uses occur in a manner that is environmentally acceptable and
does not conflict with the visual aesthetic of the community
4. To address the visual impact of pits and quarries by requiring their rehabilitation once the
aggregate material has been removed
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Rural Policies
Policy RU-1 Intent of Rural Designation
Within the Rural land use designation, resource uses will be permitted, including commercial and
small scale agriculture, forestry and mineral workings. Public works and utilities, light industry uses,
conservation uses and recreational open space uses are also permitted in the Rural designation.
Other uses, such as cemeteries, institutional uses, animal services, penal and correctional
detention uses, marine transportation uses, assembly uses and industrial uses may be permitted if
they do not detract from the natural character of the area or create a nuisance.
Policy RU-2 Agriculture
Agricultural uses are encouraged in the Rural land use designation. Livestock wastes and land
management shall be carried out in accordance with agricultural best practices so as not to cause
any nuisance or environmental impacts to adjoining properties. Intensive commercial operations will
be subject to a development agreement with the Town.
Policy RU-3 Residential Dwellings
Dwellings shall be restricted to a farm dwelling that is necessary for the operation of an approved
agricultural enterprise.
Policy RU-4 Mineral Workings and Mineral Exploration
1. Mineral workings and mineral exploration shall be permitted within the Rural designation
subject to other provisions of this Plan.
2. A separation between residential and commercial development and aggregate extraction or
other mining operations and solid waste disposal sites shall be enforced to minimize land use
conflict and to preserve the natural resource for future development.
3. Accessory residential uses, in the form of employee accommodation may be permitted as a use
accessory to the primary resource based uses.
4. All mineral exploration and development activities are to be conducted in a manner that
minimizes the adverse effects of such activities, and that the derelict lands resulting from such
operations are properly rehabilitated in accordance with a plan approved by the Department of
Natura\ Resources.
Policy RU-5 Wood Cutting and Forestry
Subject to the requirements of Provincial Government wood cutting and forestry shall be permitted
in the Rural designation.
Policy RU-6 Environmental stewardship of rural and resource lands
It shall be a policy of Council to ensure that natural resource uses occur in a manner that is
environmentally sustainable so that these lands and resources can continue to be used by future
generations.
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s.6 Protected Water Supply
Trinity Bay North obtains its water supply from Whirl Pond which is designated a Protected Water
Supply Area under the Department of Environment Act. This important designation protects the
water supply and its surrounding watershed.
Objectives
1. To ensure that Trinity Bay North has an adequate supply of safe, high quality water that is suitable
for drinking
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Protected Water Supply Area Policies
Policy WP-1 Intent of Protected Water Supply Area
Within the Protected Water Supply land use designation, only uses that are directly related to the
functioning of the water supply system will be permitted. Other uses such as marine transportation
uses, public works and utility uses, natural resource uses or passive recreation may only be
permitted with the approval of the Department of Environment and Conservation Water Resources
Management Division.
PolicyWP-2 Water Supply Protection
In addition to the protections offered under the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations
municipal water supplies are protected by the Province. The provisions of the Development
Regulations concerning public water supply shall comply with provincial policy. All development in
the Protected Water Supply shall be approved by the Department of Environment and Conservation
before approval is granted by the Town.
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The provision of municipal services infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, water treatment and
distribution systems, sewers and sewage treatment facilities, and waste collection and disposal are
the primary responsibilities of municipal government. This infrastructure supports growth and
development of the community and contributes to corn munity safety, health and well-being.
Objectives
1. Provide a safe, convenient and efficient street network
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Investigate appropriate solutions for the collection and treatment of municipal sewage wastes
3. Ensure continued safety, supply and distribution of potable water
Municipal Services Infrastructure Policies (Transportation)
Policy MN-1 Local Road Standards and Function
It is Council's intention to ensure the safety of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclist through regular
maintenance and upgrading of Town streets as part of the municipal capital works programming.
Policy MN-2 Street Right of Ways
All development, including but not limited to buildings, fences, sheds, and parking lots, shall be set
back from the right-of-way of a road far enough to provide an adequate level of public safety and
space for snow clearing and maintenance. Specific consideration is given to development in the
Historic District to allow smaller setbacks consistent with the historic development pattern. Building
setback requirements shall be set out in the Development Regulations.
Municipal Services Infrastructure Policies (Drinking Water)
Policy MN-3 Drinking Water Distribution System
Council will monitor the capacity and supply of water in the Whirl Pond Protected Water Supply and
evaluate proposals for new development to ensure that the system has sufficient capacity and
water pressures to service the development.
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Policy MN-4 Water Pressures and Fire Flows
Council shall ensure that areas where it has been determined that water pressure cannot be
sustained at high enough levels to provide adequate firefighting capability, or which are not located
close enough to a water supply source suitable for firefighting purposes, shall be excluded from
development.
Municipal Services Infrastructure Policies (Wastewater and Stormwater)
Policy MN-5 Stormwater Management
In reviewing proposals for new development Council shall consider the impact of development on
the Town's natural drainage system to ensure there is adequate capacity to accommodate the
development.
Municipal Services Infrastructure Policies (Solid Waste)
Policy MN-6 Waste Reduction Measures
The Town will continue to participate in provincial waste management strategies. To minimize costs
of transporting and disposing garbage at Robin Hood Bay, Council will undertake initiatives to
reduce household garbage by encouraging residents and businesses to compost and recycle.
Policy MN-7 Municipal Information Management
The most current base mapping for the Town is outdated and is not available in a useful dlgital
format. Council recognizes the importance of having updated and improved digital base mapping
for the Town to assist in the review of applications for development and pi anning. The Town will
contact the Surveys and Mapping Division, Department of Environment and Conservation to partner
with them to acquire current digital mapping for the Town.
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The Trinity Bay North Municipal Plan serves as the blueprint for the community's future
development.
The Town's role in implementation is to help guide and shape growth through private and public
investment and in effect, implement the Municipal Plan in a cooperative framework with the private
sector. Municipal services, regulations and expenditures are a means to encourage or discourage
the extent and form of new development.
Successful implementation of the Plan involves:
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effective administration of the Plan;
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adoption of Development Regulations;
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adoption of annual municipal capital works budgets;
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preparing and implementing recommended studies;
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a consistent procedure for considering amendments to the Plan; and
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working in partnership with citizens, groups and organizations to achieve the collective goals of
the Community.
1.1 Administration of the Municipal Plan
The Municipal Plan must serve as a continuing reference and guide to Council and its officials in
order to achieve the goals, objectives, policies and programs which it contains.
The boundaries between land use designations on the Future Land Use Map coincide where
possible with roads, fences, property lines or other prominent physical features. Where a property
proposed for development straddles more than one land use designation, minor adjustments to the
boundaries between the !and use designations may be made without amendment, to accommodate
the development.
All proposed development within the Planning Area must conform to the policies of the Plan and
Development Regulations, and be approved by Council. Council will ensure that development
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proposals are given a comprehensive review, including circulation to appropriate public
departments and agencies.
Council may refuse or approve applications, with or without conditions. Decisions of Council made
according to the provisions of this Plan and the accompanying Development Regulations may be
appealed to the appropriate Appeal Board established under Part VI of the Urban and Rural
Planning Act, 2000.
1.2 Development Regulations
To implement the goals, objectives and policies of the Municipal Plan, Council will prepare and
adopt Development Regulations pursuant to Section 35 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act.
All land within the municipal planning area will be covered by land use zones which provide detailed
requirements such as lot size, frontage, building setbacks and parking standards.
In order for consideration of any proposals for an amendment to the Development Regulations (i.e.,
a rezoning), Council shall require a clear proposal to be submitted. Such a proposal must clearly
show:
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The location of the subject property, to scale, showing lot dimensions, area, street frontages;
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The means by which the site is/will be serviced;
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The proposed location of all driveways and parking areas;
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Areas that are to be landscaped or left in a natural state to provide necessary buffers;
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The proposed location of all buildings on the site; and
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Existing !and uses, including natural hazards or sensitive natural areas both on-site and on
adjoining properties that may be affected by the development.
In its review of proposals for amendments to the Development Regulations, Council shall consider
all appropriate policies set out in this Plan and have regard for the following:
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The financial ability of the Town to absorb any costs relating to the development;
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The adequacy of municipal water and sewer services, or where on-site services are proposed,
the adequacy of the physical site conditions to accommodate it;
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The adequacy and proximity of schools, recreation and community facilities;
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The adequacy of the road network in, adjacent to, or leading to the development;
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The potential for the contamination or sedimentation of watercourses or for erosion;
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Environmental impacts such as air, water and soil pollution and noise impacts;
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Previous uses of the site which may have caused soil or groundwater contamination;
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Suitability of the site in terms of grades, soil and bedrock conditions, location of watercourses,
marshes, swamps, or bogs:
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Compatibility of the development in terms of height, scale, lot coverage and bulk with adjacent
properties; and
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That the proposal is in conformance with the intent of this Plan and with the requirements of all
other Town by-laws and regulations.
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1.3 Public Consultation
Council is committed to consultation with citizens and will seek input from the public on planning
and development matters that:
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Require an exercise of Council discretion in arriving at a decision on a development application;
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Involve significant development proposals that are of interest to the community at large;
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Would require a change of Town policy, amendment to the Plan or Development Regulations;
and
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Would result in significant expenditures of municipal resources for implementation.
Council shall follow the procedures and processes for public consultation as set out in the
Development Regulations consistent with the requirements of the Urban and Rural Planning Act,
2000.
1.4 Amending and Reviewing the Municipal Plan
Since conditions in the Town may change during the planning period, amendments to the Municipal
Plan may be adopted by Council from time to time. Council may consider amendments to the
Municipal Plan when:
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There is an apparent need to change policy due to changing circumstances:
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Studies have been undertaken which contain recommendations or policies which should be
incorporated into the Municipal Plan;
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A Provincial Land Use Policy has been released that requires a change in policy by the Town;
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There is a development proposal which provides sufficient information and rationale to support a
change in the Municipal Plan.
After five years from the date on which this Plan comes into effect, Council shall review the Plan
and revise it if necessary. Revisions will take account of development which can be foreseen during
the following 10 years. Amendment and review of the Plan shall be carried out in the same manner
as this Plan was brought into effect.
In accordance with Section 27 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000, Council will charge a
proportion of the cost of ea rrying out an amendment to the person or association of persons, who
request an amendment. The proportion to be charged will be set by Council as part of its annual
budget process in setting its Schedule of Rates and Fees. The costs may include, but are not
limited to research and preparation of amendments, public notices and consultation, administrative
processing costs and the costs associated with a Public Hearing.
1.s Municipal Land Assembly
Municipalities are empowered by the Municipalities Act to acquire lands for municipal works or
economic development purposes. Such projects generally entail the Town acquiring parcels of land
from private landowners or other levels of government for a variety of reasons including:
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To facilitate new growth and development in an area which is actively being revitalized or
redeveloped where such land assemblies cannot by virtue of time or money be assembled
privately;
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To facilitate the development of municipal parks, recreation and conservation areas;
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To facilitate development of municipal parking lots:
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To encourage or make available lands which by virtue of ownership are not available for
development but which are necessary for logical and contiguous growth of the community; and
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To facilitate redevelopment of a major non-conforming use where the redevelopment is either a
conforming use of is consistent with the Municipal Plan.
During the planning period, Council may undertake land assembly project and transactions which
are consistent with the objectives of this Plan.
1.6 Professional Advice
Council may obtain professional advice in regard to any proposed amendment to the Municipal Plan
or Development Regulations or in regards to the evaluation of proposals for development within the
community, where, in the opinion of Council, such advice is warranted.
1.1 Municipal Budget and Capital Works Program
Like most businesses, the Town has a budget which directs annual expenditures. Where and how
the Town chooses to spend funds each year can have a significant impact on the future
development. The various policies related to servicing in the Municipal Plan will be implemented
through expenditures.
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