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Resort Village of South Lake
Official Community Plan
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RESORT VILLAGE OF SOUTH LAKE
BYLAW NO. 26-15
A bylaw to adopt an Official Community Plan for the Resort Village of South Lake.
WHEREAS The Planning and Development Act, 2007 (the Act) provides that a municipality
may, by bylaw, adopt an Official Community Plan and has authorized the preparation of such an
Official Community Plan in consultation with a professional community planner, pursuant to
section 29 of the Act.
WHEREAS, section 35 of the Act provides that an Official Community Plan must be adopted by
bylaw, in accordance with the public participation requirements of Section 207 of the Act. In
accordance with section 207 of the Act, the Council of the Resort Village of South Lake held a
public hearing on Thursday, January 14, 2016 in regards to the proposed bylaw, which was
advertised in a weekly paper on and in accordance with the public participation requirements of
the Act.
WHEREAS, this bylaw repeals and replaces the current Planning Statement Bylaw 13-89
WHEREAS, in order to ensure the orderly development of the Resort Village of South Lake the
Council deems it necessary to adopt an Official Community Plan.
The Council of the Resort Village of South Lake in the Province of Saskatchewan in open
meeting enacts as follows:
1.
This Bylaw may be cited as the "Resort Village of South Lake Official Community Plan".
2.
Schedule "A" attached hereto is hereby adopted as the Official Community Plan for the
Resort Village of South Lake.
3.
This Bylaw shall come into force on the date of final approval by the Minister of Government
Relations.
________________________________________
MAYOR SEAL
________________________________________
ADMINISTRATOR
Seal of Prof. Community Planner
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Resort Village of South Lake
Official Community Plan - Schedule "A" to Bylaw
Resort Village of South Lake ................................................................................................................................. 3
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. 4
2. LOCATION and BACKGROUND .......................................................................................................................... 4
3. MUNICIPAL VISION ........................................................................................................................................... 7
4. GOALS ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
5. OBJECTIVES ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
6. RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ............................................................................................................................ 9
7. COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ........................................................................................................................ 12
8. PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURE ............................................................................................................... 13
9. SERVICES AND PUBLIC WORKS ....................................................................................................................... 15
10. HAZARD LANDS AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE LANDS ...................................................................... 18
11. AGRICULTURE ............................................................................................................................................... 21
13. POLICIES FOR IMPLEMENTATION ................................................................................................................. 22
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Purpose and Authority
The purpose of an Official Community Plan is to provide a comprehensive policy framework to guide
the physical, environmental, economic, social and cultural development of the municipality.
In accordance with sections 29 to 43 inclusive of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, the
Resort Village of South Lake adopts this Official Community Plan to state the goals, objectives and
policies of the Resort Village relating to future development within South Lake.
1.2. Scope
The objectives and policies of this Official Community Plan shall apply within the incorporated area
of the Resort Village. The objectives and policies relative to neighbouring municipalities shall guide
Council in its actions regarding land use. All development shall conform to the objectives and
policies contained in the Official Community Plan.
1.3. Severability
The provisions of this Official Community Plan are deemed to be severable, and if any provision is
determined by a court to be invalid or inoperative, it does not render the remaining provisions
invalid or inoperative.
2. LOCATION and BACKGROUND
The Resort Village is 40 km northeast of the City of Moose Jaw, situated on the south shore of
Buffalo Pound Lake and covers an area of 458.5 hectares (1133.09 acres). The Buffalo Pound Lake is
characterized by the unique landforms that make up the Qu'Appelle Valley landscape. The Resort
Village is dominated by three major landforms
types which are old valley side slump blocks,
smooth valley sides and an alluvial fan deposit.
The unique topography of South Lake is
attractive for residents and visitors but they also
contribute
to
geotechnical
limitations
for
development.
The Resort Village of South Lake developed
slowly over many years. Charlie Nabess and
family as well as Mr. Richard Loney settled in the
area in the 1890's. Charlie Nabess settled on the
section 4-20-26-W2M and operated a dance hall
and summer concession for beach goers on the
lake. Charlie began operating a ferry in 1922 to
mainly serve farmers from the north side of the
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lake who hauled their grain to Tuxford. Richard Loney built a hunting lodge that not only served the
local community but also hosted hunting parties from the U.S.
The cottage development of the area began around 1910 with mainly the residents of the City of
Moose Jaw spending their weekends at the lake. Major subdivision of the land began to occur in
1958 with individual lots being created. Not long after the residents got together and formed the
Organized Hamlet of South Lake on April 22, 1960. By incorporation in 1989, the residents sought to
achieve higher levels of service and local control over municipal taxation.
In 2015 the Resort Village's property tax records indicated 439 residential lots.
Buffalo Pound Lake is a relatively large and significant recreational resource of 64 square kilometers
in surface area. The southern three quarters of the lake are highly suitable for all types of water
based recreation. The northern one quarter is shallow with reed beds forming the major fish
breeding grounds, which support great angling on Buffalo Pound Lake. South Lake is located in one
of the superior recreational class areas on the lake.
Council will use the information contained in the 1983 and 2004 Lakeshore Management Studies as a
guide and will work with neighbouring municipalities that abut the lake towards the improvement of
the lake environment and the protection of municipal water sources. These reports are available at
the Resort Village office.
3. Physical Characteristics
The Qu'Appelle Valley has landforms that are unique to southern Saskatchewan. The Village which is
located nestled in the valley walls is dominated by three major landform types: old valley side slump
blocks, smooth valley sides and an alluvial fan deposit. The locations and terrain of the Resort Village
is shown in "Map 1" Land Forms in South Lake as well as in the Air Photo Map provided in Appendix
"A" (Map A). These landforms create the unique landscape of the Village, but also create
development restrictions. Areas which are prone to slumping as well as flooding and erosion are
identified in the Slump and Flood Overlay Districts included on Zoning Bylaw Maps in the Zoning
Bylaw.
a) Old Valley Side Slump Blocks
These valley sides slumped repeatedly before the deposition of thick valley fills, and should
remain stable if left undisturbed. While failure zones and failure planes are believed to occur in
weak marine shale lying beneath the drift cover, these old slumped slopes should be avoided in
deep channel excavation.
b) Smooth Valley Side Slopes
These valley walls are frequently composed of thick deposits of glacial drift and are therefore not
so subject to slumping as places where thin drift overlies clay shale. Very little drainage crosses
them and thus they have not developed deep gullies and ravines.
c) Individual Alluvial Fan Deposits
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Alluvial fans occur at the mouths of large creeks and small tributary rivers entering the
Qu'Appelle Valley. These fan deposits consist mainly of complex layered sand and gravel with
lesser silt and cobbles. Where these fans are capped by relatively deep impervious material (i.e.
Terrain Mapping of Qu'Appelle Valley between Qu'Appelle Dam and St. Lazare, Manitoba for Qu'Appelle Basin
Study - J.D. Mollard and Associates, Regina, 1972.
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heavy clay), the underlying sand and gravel beds may contain ground water under artesian
pressure. In these situations, deep cuts in the fans may develop local sloughing of canal banks.
Rain and snowmelt waters often enter pervious strata in the middle and upper portions of the
larger gully and ravine bottoms. As the groundwater moves downslope in these deposits, it can
cause quicksand conditions in silty and fine sand layers in the lower reaches of the gully and
ravine bottoms.1
d) Natural Resources
The Resort Village does not possess significant natural resources. Recent annexation has seen
some agricultural land being incorporated into the Village, but the Village still does not have a
significant amount of wildlife habitat. The existing natural vegetation provides some wildlife
habitat as well as protects the land from erosion. Shoreline erosion due to the removal of this
vegetation has caused property damage in the past and the Village will continue to promote the
preservation of the natural vegetation in and around the Village.
4. MUNICIPAL VISION
"The Vision for the Resort Village of South Lake is to preserve the quaintness of the existing Village
and the security and camaraderie of a well maintained community that our residents are proud to be
a part of. "
5. GOALS
The goals of the Resort Village of South Lake describe the main emphasis for the future development
of the community. These goals provide the framework for the objectives and policies of Council in
the Resort Village of South Lake.
The planning and development goals of the Resort Village of South Lake are:
5.1. To protect and enhance the quality of life for residents of the Resort Village and its surrounding
region for the purpose of developing a recreational and residential community.
5.2. To provide for an orderly and sustainable development of land, consistent with and complementary
to the primary purpose of the community.
5.3. To provide for limited commercial development with the ability to serve the residential and
recreational needs of the community.
5.4. To ensure that the development on Buffalo Pound Lake is done in cooperation with the neighbouring
resorts and municipalities.
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6. OBJECTIVES
6.1. To maintain and enhance the established low density residential and resort character of the area.
6.2. To avoid and minimize potential land use conflicts.
6.3. To ensure that future development recognizes the physical capabilities and limitations of the land.
6.4. To maintain the high quality physical environment of South Lake in which residents and visitors may
live, work and play.
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7. RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
7.1. Discussion
The Resort Village of South Lake stretches along the lakeshore of Buffalo Pound Lake. The cottages
and houses run parallel along the shoreline and some backshore lands have been developed for
residential use as well as some cul-de-sac areas in the coulee areas. Less intensive uses may develop
in areas which have no significant geotechnical problems.
The residences in the Resort Village are permanent and seasonal dwellings. There is also a trend
towards seasonal dwellings being insulated and made habitable year round. This trend can be
expected to continue as cottages are used increasingly for year round recreation, or people decide to
retire to their resort property.
Residential development will continue to be the predominant use of land however, the location of
the Resort Village of South Lake in the Qu'Appelle Valley limits the potential for large scale
residential growth. The valley slopes are prone to slumping as well the close vicinity of South Lake to
Buffalo Pound Lake puts it at risk for flooding. New subdivisions must integrate with the existing
development in the Resort Village to ensure connectivity and to provide appropriate municipal
servicing.
7.2. Residential Goals
7.2.1
To maintain and improve the value, quality and character of residential property within the Resort
Village.
7.2.2
To provide for future residential development within the Village where building conditions allow.
7.2.3
To encourage new development that is harmonious and does not conflict with existing residential
development.
7.2.4
To consider the visual impact of all proposed development on neighbouring properties.
7.3. Residential Policies
7.3.1
Redevelopment and infill development in existing residential areas is encouraged as a first priority
where the lots are suitable for development.
7.3.2
The upgrading and improvement of existing residences is encouraged. Conversion of seasonal
residences to year round residences is permitted.
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7.3.3
Land uses which are incompatible, or which would result in unacceptable conflicts with adjacent
residential areas will not be allowed.
7.3.4
Council will consider the visual impact which new residential development will have on neighbouring
residences. Unless otherwise authorized by the Zoning Bylaw, Council shall not be required to
approve any such development which in their opinion will have a negative visual impact on the valley
walls or on the view of Buffalo Pound Lake from any neighbouring dwelling.
7.3.5
Home based businesses will be encouraged where they are clearly secondary to the principal
residential use of the dwelling unit, compatible with the surrounding areas, and won't put added
pressure on the current municipal services that are in place.
7.3.6
Council will encourage a variety of housing styles in the Zoning Bylaw to provide greater housing
alternatives in the Resort Village. Single detached dwellings are the preferred form of housing type in
the Resort Village.
7.3.7
Mobile homes/trailer coaches may be allowed in the residential areas and shall have permanent
foundations and connections to municipal services.
7.3.8
Residential development shall occur where municipal services currently exist or where they can be
economically provided.
7.4. Subdivisions
7.4.1
When reviewing proposals for new residential subdivisions, Council will take into consideration:
a) the topography of the land
b) soil characteristics;
c) surface and sub-surface drainage;
d) potential flooding, subsidence, landslides and erosion issues;
e) the availability and adequacy of a water supply, a sewage disposal system and solid waste
disposal;
f)
economical provision of services;
g) existing and prospective uses of land in the vicinity;
h) provision for layout of streets and lanes;
i)
provision of access;
j)
protection of provincial highways and major roads;
k) segregation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic and of traffic flow between streets and road and
the protection of public safety by ensuring adequate sight distances at intersections;
l)
design and orientation of the subdivision including the size and shape of each parcel;
m) the need to minimize the likelihood of air, water or soil pollution by the subdivision or the need
to protect the subdivision from such pollution by outside influences; the anticipated need for
recreational facilities and parks;
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7.4.2
The Village Council will review the considerations above as well as the other provisions of this Official
Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw when considering proposals. Council is not the approving
authority for subdivisions and therefore they do not make the final decision on subdivision
applications, however, all zoning amendment applications are at the discretion of the municipality.
7.4.3
Developers will be responsible for the installation and construction of all services required to
facilitate the proposed multi-parcel residential subdivision. A Servicing Agreement between the
developer and the Village will be required to ensure there is an understanding of the type, standard
and timing of installation or construction that will be required.
7.4.4
The Village will work with adjacent and nearby municipalities to establish servicing requirements in
order to ensure the services are coordinated between the municipalities.
7.4.5
Where development is proposed on hazardous lands, the developer will be responsible to hire a
professional to prepare a report on the proposed development. The report shall assess the
geotechnical suitability of the site, susceptibility to flooding, slumping, slope instability or other
environmental hazards, together with any required mitigation measures. These measures may be
attached as a condition for a development permit approval.
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8. COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
8.1. Discussion
The Resort Village of South Lake provides a residential community in a resort setting. Council desires
to support commercial services designed to complement this function within the area designated for
commercial use. Some expansion of commercial use areas may be considered, however, they should
not detract from the primarily residential character of the community.
8.2. Objectives
8.2.1.
To provide for future commercial areas in the Resort Village in a form that will complement and
improve the community as a residential and recreational area.
8.2.2.
To ensure that commercial development will not intrude into areas of primarily residential
development.
8.2.3.
To encourage the upgrading of both the appearance and quality of commercial services in the Resort
Village.
8.2.4.
To recognize the need of some residents to conduct their occupations in their dwelling.
8.3. Policies:
8.3.1.
Council will provide for the development of commercial service functions designed to serve the
residents of the Resort Village and guests in the area.
8.3.2.
All business development shall have adequate services, including roads and utilities, which meet
municipal standards.
8.3.3.
Council will have the ability to require screening, landscaping or buffering as a condition of approval
and in accordance with the criteria in the Zoning Bylaw.
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9. PARKS, RECREATION, CULTURE and HERITAGE
9.1. Discussion
The Resort Village of South Lake stretches along the shores of Buffalo Pound Lake which gives it large
beach areas for recreational opportunities. The Village has many Public Reserve lands that include
the main beach areas as well as many small parcels scattered throughout the village serving as open
green spaces. The Resort Village also has picnic sites, hiking trails, boat launches, and public
playgrounds. The Resort Village of South Lake not only provides recreational services for its own
residents but also for the residents of surrounding areas. Council recognizes that recreational
opportunities are an important part of the daily life of residents.
Council's priority for the dedicated lands within the Resort Village will be as follows:
The beaches, buffer strips, green spaces and environment lands within the Resort Village provide
aesthetic and natural areas for recreation and the protection of biodiversity. Council will maintain
these important areas and endeavor to connect them as future dedicated lands are contemplated.
Through the subdivision process Municipal and Environmental Reserve Lands will be required for
public use, in accordance with The Dedicated Lands Regulations, 2009. Council will also have the
option to require money-in-lieu of municipal reserve, should municipal reserve lands not be required
or desired at the time of subdivision.
There are numerous sites within the Resort Village that have not been designated as a heritage
property but still hold heritage, cultural or archaeological significance. The Provincial Heritage
Department can help identify sites that will need special care and attention during development to
protect the integrity of archaeological sites. The protection of archaeological sites has become an
accepted step in the development process, similar to environmental protection. The Heritage
Sensitivity Map provided in Appendix "A" (Map B), identifies heritage sensitive areas within the
Resort Village.
Archaeologically sensitive lands include those located:
within the same quarter-section (or within 500 m of) a Site of a Special Nature (per s.64 of
The
Heritage Property Act), or other previously recorded site(s), unless it is shown to
be of low heritage significance;
within 1 km of permanent rivers/streams;
within 1 km of well-formed valleys (defined by 3 or more changes in contour intervals)
containing permanent and/or seasonal water body or watercourse;
within 1 km of permanent/seasonal waterbodies greater than 2 km in length/width;
within 1 km of smaller waterbodies that are located in well-defined drainage basins;
adjacent to (or within 500 m of) readily identifiable strandlines (ancient lake shores);
on islands greater than 1 km in length/width;
on hummocky terrain (defined by 3 or more changes in contour intervals and 4 or more
sloughs per quarter-section);
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within (or on the periphery of) sand dune complexes;
on escarpments (defined by 2 or more changes in contour intervals within 200m),
prominent uplands, and hills/ridges (including eskers).
9.2. Goals
9.2.1.
To maximize ongoing recreational opportunities for residents to enjoy and appreciate the water, land
and cultural resources of the Resort Village.
9.2.2.
To provide residents with convenient access to the public beach and public parks.
9.3. Policies
9.3.1.
At the time of subdivision, the Resort Village will assess whether municipal reserve (MR) land is
required, if it is not required, money in lieu of municipal reserve land will be requested from the
developer. Council may require municipal reserve land to provide a separation buffer between
incompatible land uses.
9.3.2.
Lands to be subdivided that contain swamps, drainage courses or land subject to seasonal or
frequent flooding will generally be recommended for approval as Environmental Reserve.
9.3.3.
The Planning & Development Act, 2007 along with The Dedicated Lands Regulations, 2009 prohibits
the use of Municipal or Public Reserve for private boat housing or docking structures.
9.3.4.
The Planning & Development Act, 2007 along with The Dedicated Lands Regulations, 2009 prohibits
the use of dedicated lands for the use of camping or other similar activities.
9.3.5.
Council may specifically authorize limited Resort Village sponsored events on dedicated lands by
resolution.
9.3.6.
Where applicable, developers will be required to contribute to the upgrade of or development of
new recreational facilities, structures or locations such as but not exclusive to community centers,
boat launches, bicycle or walking paths and park areas and/or facilities.
9.3.7.
Public access to green spaces such as, but not exclusive to, parks, boat launches, open spaces,
wildlife, environmental and historic features, water/lake fronts and walking paths will be encouraged
through servicing agreements.
9.3.8.
If a proposed development is located in the heritage area, identified in the Heritage Sensitivity Map
provided in Appendix "A" (Map C), the developer must follow-up with the province and provide the
pertinent information to the municipality if the development is allowed to proceed.
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10. SERVICES AND PUBLIC WORKS
10.1. Discussion
The Resort Village of South Lake provides a number of services to its residents on a year round basis.
They have full time employees, snow removal and tree trimming services. The Village also has street
lights.
Storm water drainage in the Resort Village is accomplished through culvert systems and natural
surface drainage.
All sewage produced within the Resort Village must be contained in an approved holding tank.
Sewage must be transported by a certified hauler to a designated lagoon facility at the expense of
the land holder. The Resort Village does not have any municipal water services at this time.
Residents haul water in from surrounding areas.
The Resort Village has a fire fighting agreement with the City of Moose Jaw.
Power, natural gas and telephone utilities are available.
The Resort Village has an assortment of structures, docks, playground equipment and buildings on
municipal reserves throughout the resort.
10.2. Goals
10.2.1 To maintain and improve the existing level of services.
10.2.2 To ensure that new subdivisions will not place a financial burden on the Resort Village.
10.2.3
To work with the Rural Municipality of Marquis and other adjacent municipalities to provide the
appropriate level of infrastructure and services to the residents, businesses and visitors to the
region.
10.3. Policies
10.3.1. Council will continue to supply and maintain the services that it provides to residents and other
services could be introduced given public demand and the financial capability of the Resort Village.
10.3.2. All waste water must be contained in an approved holding tank and be transported by a certified
hauler.
10.3.3. In order to avoid additional costs to the municipality, the Council will require a developer to enter
into a servicing agreement at the time of subdivision. This will ensure that capital services of the new
subdivision will meet the standards of the Resort Village.
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10.3.4. The Resort Village contains existing parcels of public reserve (Crown) land administered by the
Ministry of Government Relations or applicable agency.
10.3.5. Council will acquire additional undeveloped shoreline for recreational use whenever possible.
10.3.6. Future subdivisions and development shall be logical, reasonable, and cost effective and will be
limited to areas that can be efficiently provided with municipal services that will be serviceable at an
acceptable cost to the Resort Village. Preference will be given to reinforce existing services,
however, when municipal services are expanded to new development areas, the cost of extending
these services shall be borne by the development itself.
10.3.7. Sand and Gravel Operations
a) Where appropriate, at the discretion of Council, and in consultation with adjoining
municipalities, the development of aggregate resources may be permitted within the
Agricultural Zoning District.
b) Council will not permit the subdivision of areas with moderate to high potential aggregate
deposits into non-agricultural uses.
c) The development of an aggregate extraction operation shall require the discretionary approval
of Council. A development permit may require a development agreement.
d) The development permit shall be issued for a period of one (1) year and renewed at the
discretion of Council.
e) Prior to the issuance of the development permit, the developer and Council may enter into a
development agreement which defines the responsibilities of the developer with respect to
aggregate resource extraction.
The development agreement may specify any of the following items:
i)
Compliance with
ii) Any other conditions with respect to the planning, siting, operation and restoration of
the site including:
Specifying the after-use of the site
Phasing of operational and restoration components
The identification of potential environmental problems (i.e. drainage, erosion
control, noise, dust, and dirt) and proposed mitigation measures
The visual effects on the site (i.e. weeds) and the landscape (i.e. loss of scenic
qualities) and proposed mitigation measures
The erection of fencing and signs
The development and maintenance of municipal roadways
The routing of trucks to avoid noise and dust problems
Compensation to adjacent land owners
The posting by the developer of a letter of credit, cash or performance bond to
guarantee adherence to these requirements
Or any others that Council may specify.
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f)
Subject to Council's discretion, aggregate extraction operations must be located on sites that
are:
i)
805 meters (0.5 miles) from any residence
ii) 45.7 meters (150 feet) from the center of a developed road allowance
iii) Accessible to roadways adjacent to the operation, and if this is not the case, the
development agreement shall address this concern.
iv) Not unique environmental, recreational or heritage lands which should not be
disturbed.
v) Not sensitive or hazard lands as outlined in the OCP and Zoning Bylaw.
g) Council, at its discretion, may reduce the minimum separation distances between aggregate
extraction operations and other developments if:
i)
The operator/owner consults the affected neighbours and
ii) The affected neighbours provide written acknowledgement and agreement to the
reduced separation distances.
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11. HAZARD LANDS AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE
LANDS
11.1. Discussion
Environmental sustainable planning is an important aspect of planning. The conservation and
protection of hazard lands need to be taken into consideration when submitting and reviewing
development proposals. Council recognizes that there is a need to protect development from
hazardous areas and a need to protect environmentally sensitive areas. The plan identifies areas
where natural hazardous conditions exist so future developers and/or property owners can
undertake the proper steps to assess the potential hazards when developing.
Changing lake levels as well as land formations that the Village is situated on and surrounded by
represents some risks for flooding, and landform slumping. Council is aware of the geotechnical
limitations such as slumping and flooding, which are limiting factors of new development. Areas
affected by slumping and flooding are shown on "Map 2" Shoreline Erosion and Flooding as well as
on the Zoning Bylaw Maps included as part of the Zoning Bylaw.
11.2. Goals
11.2.1. To ensure that development does not occur on potentially hazardous lands without adhering to
appropriate development standards and mitigation measures.
11.2.2. To ensure that future development within the District does not have a negative impact on the water
quality, environmental resources and sensitive areas within and surrounding the valley and lakes.
11.2.3. To protect critical water supply resources including both ground and surface water resources.
11.3. Policies
11.3.1. Valley slopes are potentially unstable and subject to sliding and erosion. Council or the Development
Officer appointed by Council under the Zoning Bylaw, may visit the site of any proposed
development, in order to assess the local site suitability for the specific development. Persons
developing on potentially unstable land may be required by Council to contact a geotechnical
engineer to determine appropriate construction techniques. Council may utilize the findings of such
geotechnical reports in establishing conditions for development, as part of any Development Permit
which may be issued.
11.3.2. On Environmentally Sensitive Lands, development will not be considered unless mitigating measures,
as determined through a professional report, can be achieved.
11.3.3. Developers may be required to provide professional, certified environmental, geotechnical,
hydrological reports to address development hazards and may require a preliminary analysis by a
professional engineer or environmental scientist, to identify which hazards may exist in the area of a
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Shoreline Erosion and Slumping Study of Last Mountain and Buffalo Pound Lakes, Sask. Water Resources
Commission, 1968 prepared by J.D. Mollard, P. Eng.
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proposed development. The study and/or report will include the process, method of testing, number
of test holes and outputs of the assessment and conditions for development, if it is recommended that
development proceeds. The study and/or report will assess environmental hazards such as:
a. Geotechnical suitability of the site which includes the susceptibility to flooding, slumping
and steepness of the slope, including possible slope instability and the degradation of the
valley topography over time;
b. Drainage, storm water run-off and possible pollution; and
c. Include any other impact that the development may cause on the natural environment
along with recommended mitigation measures.
11.3.4. The development of structures on hazard land may be authorized only in accordance with the
recommended preventative measures identified in the study and/or report. These measures may be
attached to the development permit as conditions.
11.3.5. In order to maintain the stability of slopes, prevent erosion, provide wildlife habitat and maintain the
attractiveness of the area, Council will encourage the preservation of natural vegetation. Clearing
required to accommodate a proposed development should be kept to a minimum.
11.3.6. Council may deny a permit to any development that may significantly deteriorate the land resources
or deplete or pollute ground water sources.
11.3.7. No development shall take place in the floodway of the 1:500 year flood elevation of any water body
or watercourse.
11.3.8. No new development shall be permitted on an unstable slope area without undertaking slope stability
investigations, which includes the requirement for drill holes to conduct a proper investigation.
Development shall be setback from slopes in accordance with the recommendations of a qualified
professional engineer.
11.3.9 During the subdivision process where environmentally sensitive areas are determined to be unsuitable
for development, the Resort Village will designate these areas as Environmental Reserve during the
subdivision process. This includes parcels that may contain:
a. Ravines, coulees, swamps, water courses;
b. Land that is flood prone or unstable;
c. Land needed to prevent pollution, preserve banks, or protect against floods.
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12. AGRICULTURE
12.1. Discussion
The Resort Village of South Lake has recently annexed land from the Rural Municipality of Marquis
that is currently being used for agricultural purposes. These lands will continue to be used for
agricultural activities unless the land owners wish to take advantage of residential or commercial
opportunities available because of their proximity to the Resort Village.
12.2. Goal
12.2.1. To balance farming as an industry and as a way of life alongside the Resort Village.
12.2.2. To support new opportunities that support and enhance the rural and Resort Village way of life.
12.3. Policies
12.3.1. Existing agricultural land uses and developments shall be deemed conforming by Council and shall be
recognized within the Zoning Bylaw of the Resort Village of South Lake.
12.3.2. Developments compatible with agricultural production and accessory uses shall be permitted by
Council.
12.3.3. Intensive agricultural operations and intensive livestock operations will be considered discretionary
uses in the Zoning Bylaw and applications for such developments will be reviewed by Council in
accordance with the policies specific to such uses.
12.3.4. Council shall permit the clearing of land for the purpose of agricultural production and irrigation
except in environmentally sensitive areas, hazard lands or heritage sensitive areas, Council shall
consult with the appropriate senior levels of government responsible for these sensitive lands prior
to reviewing a land clearing proposal.
12.3.5. Agricultural land use objectives and policies may be implemented through such instruments as the
Zoning Bylaw, subdivision control procedures, and the issuance of development and building
permits.
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13. POLICIES FOR IMPLEMENTATION
13.1
The primary means of implementation of this Official Community Plan shall be the Zoning Bylaw
No.________ adopted in conjunction with this Official Community Plan.
13.2
All development within the Resort Village of South Lake shall conform to this Official Community
Plan.
13.3
Amendments to the Zoning Bylaw shall only be considered where consistent with the Official
Community Plan and within the general outline of the areas designated for future land use therein.
13.4
Council will consult with and seek input from neighbouring municipalities when making amendments
to the OCP or Zoning Bylaws.
13.5
Council will engage and participate with neighbouring municipalities in research and actions to
ensure development remains within the capacity of the lake and environment.
13.6
Zoning Bylaw
The Zoning Bylaw shall direct future growth and divide the Resort Village into zoning districts. The
intent of each district is as follows:
(a) R - Residential District - To provide for medium density pattern of residential development.
(b) Rec - Recreational District - To provide for the development of area for open space,
recreational and other uses for service to the public.
(c) C- Commercial District - To provide for commercial and community service development.
(d) UR- Urban Reserve District - To reserve un-subdivided and/or undeveloped lands within the
municipality for future development.
(e) AR- Agricultural District - to provide for agricultural and agricultural related developments
and subdivisions.
(f)
S- Slump Hazard Overlay District- to provide for orderly development and safe construction
in areas subject to slope instability.
(g) F- Flood and Erosion Hazard Overlay District- to provide for orderly development and to
reduce potential for flood damage in areas subject to flood hazards and shoreline erosion.
(h) Council may add additional Residential or Commercial districts where necessary to provide
for the appropriate control of specific forms of development, within the context of the
Official Community Plan.
13.7
Other bylaws and resolutions of Council shall not be inconsistent with this Official Community Plan.
13.8
Council shall cooperate with the provincial authorities to enforce fire safety, flood protection,
environmental protection and shore land pollution control regulations with the Resort Village.
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13.9
The expansion of municipal boundaries, through the annexation of land will only be considered
when, in the opinion of Council, the annexation meets the requirement of this Official Community
Plan and results in an overall benefit to the municipality. The Resort Village of South Lake will
negotiate and finalize the terms of any annexation of land with the impacted municipality. All costs
related to the annexation of land shall be borne by the requesting developer, when applicable.
13.10
Where appropriate, Council will purchase or lease property or use public investment to achieve the
objectives of this Official Community Plan.
13.11
Subdivision of private land that requires the provision of new streets or other public services shall
only be approved in conjunction with a servicing agreement. A servicing agreement shall provide for
the construction of services required by the subdivision either at the total expense of the developer,
or partially at the expense of the developer and of the municipality, as may be negotiated with
Council. The Resort Village will only consider sharing costs of a service that is of wider benefit to the
community beyond the area of the proposed subdivision.
13.12
Hazard Overlay Districts
In any district designated as flood/erosion or slump hazard overlay district on the Zoning District
Maps, all permitted or approved discretionary uses in that district and the following permitted uses
shall also be subject to the regulations and standards of this section.
13.13
Servicing Agreements and Development Levy Agreements.
a.
At the time of subdivision a Servicing Agreement between the developer and the Resort
Village will be required to ensure there is an understanding of the type, standard and timing
of installation or construction that will be required, in accordance with Section 172 of The
Planning and Development Act, 2007.
b.
The Resort Village will work with adjacent and nearby municipalities to establish servicing
requirements in order to ensure the services are coordinated between the municipalities.
c.
Council has the authority to establish, by bylaw, development levies to recover the capital
costs of services and facilities associated with a development approved through a
development permit application.
d.
If Council adopts a development levy bylaw, a development levy agreement between the
developer and the Village may be required to ensure there is an understanding of the type,
standard and timing of installation or construction that will be required.
13.14
Provincial Land Use Policies
a.
This Official Community Plan shall be administered and implemented in conformity with
applicable provincial land use policies, statutes and regulations and in cooperation with
provincial agencies.
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b.
Council will review this Official Community Plan and the accompanying Zoning Bylaw for
consistency with provincial land use policies.
c.
Wherever feasible and in the municipal interest, Council will avoid duplication of regulation
of activity and development governed by appropriate provincial agency controls.
13.15
Administration
a.
This Official Community Plan is binding on Council and all development within the Village of
South Lake must comply with this Plan.
b.
The interpretation of words as contained in the accompanying Zoning Bylaw shall apply to
the words in this Official Community Plan.
c.
If any part of this Official Community Plan is declared to be invalid for any reason, by an
authority of competent jurisdiction, that decision shall not affect the validity of the Plan as a
whole, or any other part, section or provision of this Plan.
13.16
The Future Land Use Map
The Future Land Use Map provided in Appendix "A" (Map B), identifies areas that have the potential
for new development in the Resort Village of South Lake with the intent of accommodating future
growth. The Resort Village's intention for the future use of land is shown on the Future Land Use
Map which is attached to and form part of this Official Community Plan. The unique topography of
South Lake presents challenges and opportunities for future growth. All new development will need
to acquire appropriate studies and applicable permits to assess the suitability of the land to be
developed.
13.17
Concept Plans
Concept plans are reference plans, not policy plans. They represent design layout concepts prepared
at the request of the Municipal Council to provide direction for how new developments:
Ensure the efficient provision of current and future infrastructure services;
Demonstrate how site development will be organized to ensure compatibility with adjoining
land uses and transportation systems;
Outline density of developments and proposed phasing of development;
Provide design features for special purposes such as landscaping, buffers, open spaces, and
street layout; and
The Council shall ensure that any concept plan is consistent with the Official Community
Plan.
13.18
Bylaw No. 03-2012 Rezoning and Subdivision
Due to the timing of the creation of the Zoning Bylaw, a portion of the SE ¼ 8-20-26 W2M was
rezoned from UR-Urban Reserve to R2- Medium density Residential under Bylaw No. 03-2012 for a
multi parcel residential subdivision. The individual lots in the subdivision have yet to be titled. Due to
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the size of the rezoned land in Bylaw No. 03-2012 it does not meet the site size requirements under
the new R-Residential District, and therefore if the lot titles are not raised a Zoning Bylaw
Amendment should be passed to rezone the land back to UR-Urban Reserve.
Appendix "A"