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Home My WebLink AboutSmart Growth on Ground for Town Centre - Green InfrastructureSmart Growth on the GroundDistrict of Maple Ridge OutlineOutline1.Background On District of Maple Ridge 2.Why Smart Growth?3.How Is It Working For Us On the Ground?4.The Next Steps?5.Lessons Learned To Date. Maple Ridge Town Centre AreaMaple Ridge Town Centre Area•Population around 70,000 for Maple Ridge in 2006 reaching 148,000 by 2040•Intend to absorb 50% of new dwelling units in town MapleRidgenew dwelling units in town centre in response to public support for infill strategy•Regional Town Centre located in heart of Maple RidgeMaple Ridge Maple Ridge Town Centre AreaMaple Ridge Town Centre Area•Area of 300 hectares and current population of 10,000 residents.•Variety of single family residential (39%), multi -residential (39%), multi -family (22%) open space areas (17%) and commercial / civic uses (22%)•Waterfront Area on Fraser R. Maple Ridge Town Centre VisionMaple Ridge Town Centre VisionWhat Do We Want?How Do We Get There? Maple RidgeMaple RidgeOur OCP encourages–•a Town Centre focused on multi uses•higher density housing •higher density housing near commercial •energy efficiency•transportation choices•local job creation•support for public involvement•environmentally sustainable strategies What Does Maple Ridge Want?What Does Maple Ridge Want?Build on commercial heart access and amenities in the town centre, West Coast Express, etc.Reinforce positive energy of existing public investmentConnect waterfront, historic downtown, & residential areasCreate ownership of our community and processA sustainable approach to development of the centre How Do We Get There?How Do We Get There?Smart Growth On The Ground…Promotes and facilitatescommunity facilitatescommunity design and construction in a sensibleand sustainablemanner Collaboration – Smart Growth BC; UBC; Real Estate Institute of BC; GVRD; General Public; Developers and MerchantsWhy Smart Growth?Why Smart Growth?- Vehicle to pursue our municipal goals for developing the town centre -Create a sustainability plan that makes sense at the local and regional level. Why Smart Growth for the Why Smart Growth for the District of Maple Ridge?District of Maple Ridge?Emphasis on implementation!review of existing regulations and processesassistance with research and economic analysisconsultation with public & approval by Councilwide range of experience with urban projectsLeading role model on sustainability for development in BC communities Why Smart Growth for DMR?Why Smart Growth for DMR?Smart Growth principles support our municipal economic, social, and environmental objectivesStandards can be applied in other areas of Maple RidgeSupports a strong regional partnership – GVRDAssist communities and staff with “on the ground” implementation strategies SGoG Community PartnershipSGoG Community PartnershipUnique interactive and collaborative process Focused around citizen involvement workshops and design charretteConsultation follows through to approval and implementation Why Smart Growth?Why Smart Growth?SGoG works with our Communityand itsGoals SGoG Process and TimelinesSGoG Process and Timelines•Maple Ridge Town Centre Concept Plan 2004•Council Endorsed in 2005•Official Community Plan Adoption 2006 *•Technical Review of Town Centre Plan 2007•Prepare and adopt new Town Centre Area Plan, regulatory changes, and innovative development policieschanges, and innovative development policies Implementation of 8 Guiding PrinciplesSmart Growth on the GroundSmart Growth on the Groundfor Maple Ridgefor Maple Ridge Principle 1Principle 1Each neighbourhood is complete Principle 2Principle 2Options to our cars exist Principle 3Principle 3Work in harmony with natural systems Principle 4Principle 4Buildings and infrastructure are greener and smarter Principle 5Principle 5Housing serves many needs Principle 6Principle 6Jobs are close to home Principle 7Principle 7The Centre is distinctive, attractive & vibrant Principle 8Principle 8Everyone has a voice Green Infrastructure: What Green Infrastructure: What Does This Mean For Us?Does This Mean For Us?1. Create a visionfor protecting, restoring, and interconnecting the ecological habitat areas, natural functions, and green networks for the town centre.2. Identify and plan for multifunctional green street networks at the town and neighbourhood level.networks at the town and neighbourhood level.3. Incorporate natural features and natural processes into the design of the urban landscape where possible (i.e. stormwater and rainwater management)4. Engage the community and citizens to become environmental stewards of the landscape. 5. Employ landscape restoration to repair and enhance the damaged or fragmented areas. SGoG Implementation StrategiesSGoG Implementation StrategiesFor ‘Green Infrastructure’For ‘Green Infrastructure’1. Green Streets and Green Links2. Natural Drainage Systems and Water Balance3. Urban Ecology and Green Belts4. Energy Management 5. Environmental Stewardship and Outreach 1. Green Streets and Green Links1. Green Streets and Green LinksMaple RidgeStrategies on the Ground?Strategies on the Ground?• Increase Density of Town Centre• Increase Mix of Land Use• Increase Local Employment Opportunities•Increase Options for Walking, Biking, and Transit•Increase Options for Walking, Biking, and TransitHow Can It Help Us?• Reduce average household greenhouse gas emissions.• Improve physical activity and public health levels• Support safer streets and increase in choice for alternative modes of transportation. 1. Green Streets and Green Links1. Green Streets and Green Links•Green Streets•Green Lanes•Green Links and Trails•Public Transit 2. Rainwater and Stormwater 2. Rainwater and Stormwater Drainage As A ResourceDrainage As A ResourceMaple RidgeStrategies on the Ground?Strategies on the Ground?• Create performance targets and standards for rainwater and stormwater management to support the health of our watersheds and fish bearing streams. •Integrate rainwater management with natural drainage •Integrate rainwater management with natural drainage and ‘green roads’ strategies to achieve safer and greener streets (i.e. green streetscaping, rain gardens, infiltration)How Can It Help Us?• Cumulative benefits to help maintain and restore environmental quality of the streams and surroundings.• Proven cost effective and safe solutions.• Supports ‘greening’ of neighbourhoods. 2. Rainwater and Stormwater 2. Rainwater and Stormwater Drainage As A ResourceDrainage As A ResourceWatercourse Protection BylawInfiltration and Exfiltration Site Source ControlsRain GardensRain GardensBio-swalesWetland bio-filtration ponds Road bulb outsSeparated sidewalks 3. Urban Ecology and Green Space 3. Urban Ecology and Green Space Maple RidgeStrategies on the Ground?Strategies on the Ground?• Mapping and inventory of streams, environmentally sensitive habitat, and wildlife movement corridors.• Identify enhancement and restoration opportunities• Utilize Development Permit Area Guidelines•Incentives For Developers and Land Owners•Incentives For Developers and Land OwnersHow Can It Help Us?• Sensitive areas are preserved, enhanced, and linked• Responsible site design and landscape plans that are ecologically functional and aesthetically pleasing• Continuous public support for protection and enhancement of natural features and open space 3. Urban Ecology and Green Space 3. Urban Ecology and Green Space ParksStreamsWetlandsOpen SpaceUtility CorridorsRiver ForeshoreBackyards 4. Energy and Water Conservation4. Energy and Water ConservationMaple RidgeStrategies on the Ground?Strategies on the Ground?• Green Buildings (LEED) certification checklist• Tax incentives for LEED certified buildings and increased residential density•Municipal support for advanced technology and energy •Municipal support for advanced technology and energy recovery systems (green roofs, green walls, heat exchange systems, urban forestry program, grey water recycling, and water metering)How Can It Help Us?• Public choice to reduce our local greenhouse emissions. • Planning ahead for alternative efficient energy options• Cost effective solutions for long term 4. Energy and Water Conservation4. Energy and Water Conservation 5. Environmental Stewardship5. Environmental StewardshipMaple RidgeStrategies on the Ground?Strategies on the Ground?• Environmental Outreach Centres for Education • Community Gardens, Recycling, and Composting Centres• Naturescaping, Stream Keepers, Art in Park ProgramsHow Can It Help Us?• Continuous public support for investment in environment. • Cumulative benefits from public stewardship initiatives.• Cost effective solution for long term.• Visually appealing and healthy town centre. 5. Environmental Stewardship5. Environmental StewardshipNaturescaping BackyardsArt in The ParkStream Keeper ProgramsEcology CentresCommunity Gardens Where Are We Now?Where Are We Now?2007: Continue review and implementation of Town Centre Concept Plan4 Phased Process•Phase 1 - Background Work•Phase 2 - Technical Review•Phase 3 - Draft Area Plan•Phase 4 - Area Plan ApprovalEngage residents in focused discussionInvolve technical expertise Next Steps For Maple RidgeNext Steps For Maple Ridge•Short term implementation items•Ground Truth proposed Land Use map•Prepare Area Plan for the Town Centre•Prepare Zoning Bylaw amendments•Prepare Zoning Bylaw amendments•Create Development Permit Area guidelines•Review Parking Standards within the Town Centre•Review Green Infrastructure Practices Lessons On Smart Growth on GroundLessons On Smart Growth on Ground• The 21stcentury requires a sustainable approach to planning for development;•High density development doesn’tneed to exclude environment or natural processes;processes;• Design adaptation and integration is the key to successful planning and implementation; Lessons From SGoG…Lessons From SGoG…NotNotSmart Growth on the Shelf Thank YouThank You Ongoing Consultation Ongoing Consultation Public Consultation•Open House sessions•Website information•Focus Group Workshops (Parking Strategy)•Public Workshops (DP Area Guidelines)Inter-Departmental Consultation•Land Use Proposal Review•Green Infrastructure ReviewDraft Area Plan referrals•Local & Regional organizations & agencies