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The maximum gross floor area of any individual business premise shall not exceed 275 m (2,960.07 sq. ft.), except that the Development Officer may allow an individual business premise to have a gross floor area up to 465 m (5,005 sq. ft.), provided that in his opinion the proposed business would not adversely affect the amenity and enjoyment of the surrounding residential land uses. |
| b. |
The maximum floor area ratio shall be 1.0. |
| c. |
The maximum building height shall not exceed 6 m (19.7 ft.) nor one storey. |
| d. |
A landscaped yard a minimum of 3 m (9.84 ft.) shall be required adjacent to the southern and eastern property lines. |
| e. |
A minimum yard of 4.5 m (14.8 ft.) shall be required adjacent to the northern and western property lines of the site. A minimum building setback of 6 m (19.7 ft.), except for those uses specified in Clause 5.(b) shall be required adjacent to the northern and western property lines of the site. These required yards shall be landscaped with mature coniferous trees a minimum of 3 m (9.8 ft.) in height, and deciduous trees a minimum caliper of 7.6 cm (3 in.), so as to substantially screen the site from the adjacent area designated for single detached residential development. These trees shall be planted at minimum intervals of 4.6 m (15 ft.). |
| f. |
To ensure that a high standard appearance and a sensitive transition to the surrounding land uses are achieved, detailed landscaping plans shall be submitted with the initial development permit application for approval by the Development Officer which, in the opinion of the Development Officer, comply with the planting requirements specified by Clauses 4.(d) and 4.(e) of this district. |
| g. |
The Development Officer shall require, as a condition of development approval, that the applicant provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 100% of the established landscaping cost, with the conditions of the security being that: |
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if the landscaping is not completed in accordance with the provisions of this District and the landscaping plan, within one growing season after the completion of the development, then the amount fixed shall be paid to the City, for its use absolutely; and |
| ii. |
the Development Officer shall not release the letter of credit until an inspection of the site has demonstrated that the landscaping has been well maintained and is in a healthy condition one growing season after completion of the landscaping. |
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| h. |
Continuous screen fencing of a solid design, a minimum of 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) in height, shall be provided adjacent to the northern and western property lines. |
| i. |
One right in/right out access from 111 Street to the site will be permitted (no median break). |
| j. |
The overall design and finish of buildings shall achieve a residential character through compliance with the following criteria, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer: |
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all buildings shall have sloped roofs and all building roof shall be finished with cedar shakes, clay tiles or other roofing materials which achieve a similar character and colour, and are consistent with the roofing material son surrounding homes; |
| ii. |
all mechanical equipment on the roof of any building shall be concealed by incorporating it within the building roof; |
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all exposed building faces shall be finished in a consistent and harmonious manner with exterior finishes limited to muted earth tones with strong colours limited to use as accents. Exterior finishing material may include cedar, brick, stucco or similar masonry materials; and |
| iv. |
any buildings facing 9 Avenue shall include window and/or door details that are typical of residential structures in terms of size, character and placement. |
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| k. |
Signs may be allowed in this District as provided for in Schedule 79D and in accordance with the general provision of Section 79.1 to 79.9 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw and the following additional criteria: |
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freestanding signs shall be limited to placement along the eastern frontage of the site, a minimum of 15 m from the north property line and a minimum of 10 m from the south property line; and |
| ii. |
the design, placement and illumination of signage shall be consistent with the intended residential character of the development and such that there is no adverse visual impact on surrounding residential properties, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. |
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| l. |
No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be permitted within a required yard. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or side of the principal building and shall be screened from view from any adjacent sites or public roadways in accordance with the provisions of Section 79.3 of the Land Use Bylaw. |
| m. |
Development in the District shall be evaluated with respect to compliance with the General Development Regulations of Sections 5079 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw. |
| n. |
The Development Officer may grant relaxations to Sections 5079 of the Land Use Bylaw and the provisions of this District, if in his opinion such a variance would be in keeping with the general purpose of this District and would not affect the amenities, use and enjoyment of neighbouring properties. |
