| a. |
The maximum floor area ratio shall be 1.0. |
| b. |
The maximum heights for single storey and two storey buildings, as well as for vertical walls and architectural features such as tower elements, cupolas or steeples, shall be as follows: |
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| i. |
the maximum height for buildings adjacent to Rabbit Hill road shall not exceed one storey nor an overall height of 6.5 m measured from grade to the uppermost limit of the roof, excluding architectural features and towers. In addition, the maximum exposed vertical wall height, excepting gable walls, for a single storey building, shall be 6 m excluding parapet details; |
| ii. |
notwithstanding (b) (i) above, the maximum building height for single storey buildings measured at the building wall facing the interior of the site shall be 7.5 m provided this additional height is used to provide a covered arcade; |
| iii. |
the maximum height for buildings other than those adjacent to Rabbit Hill Road shall not exceed two storeys nor an overall height of 10 m measured from grade to the uppermost limit of the roof, excluding architectural features and towers. In addition, the maximum exposed vertical wall height, excepting gable walls, for buildings adjacent to the existing low density residential land uses to the south, shall not exceed 8 m; |
| iv. |
the maximum height of architectural features and tower elements measured from grade to the uppermost limit of the architectural feature shall not exceed 8.5 m and 11 m respectively for single storey buildings, and 13 m and 16 m respectively for two storey buildings. Tower and architectural features shall be limited to use as focal points associated with the overall architectural theme and design of buildings. |
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| c. |
Landscaped yard requirements within the District shall be as follows: |
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| i. |
a landscaped yard, a minimum of 4.5 m in width, shall be provided adjacent to Rabbit Hill Road. Landscaping treatment within this yard shall include the planting of mature deciduous trees (minimum calliper of 8 cm) and coniferous trees (a minimum height of 3 m), planted in modules in front of buildings, with shrubs accenting areas of the yard between buildings. These modules shall consist of a minimum of four deciduous trees, four coniferous trees and 20 shrubs for each 35 m of frontage; |
| ii. |
a landscaped yard, a minimum of 3 m in width, shall be provided adjacent to the proposed public roadway. Landscaping treatment within this yard shall include the planting of mature deciduous trees (minimum calliper of 8 cm) coniferous trees (a minimum height of 3 m), and a mixture of deciduous and coniferous shrubs. This planting shall consist of a minimum of two deciduous trees, two coniferous trees and 10 shrubs for each 35 m of frontage; |
| iii. |
a landscaped yard, a minimum of 4.5 m in width, shall be provided adjacent to the south property line. Landscaping treatment within this yard shall include the planting of mature deciduous trees (minimum calliper of 8 cm) and coniferous trees (a minimum height of 3 m). These modules shall consist of a minimum of three deciduous trees, three coniferous trees for each 35 lineal metres of frontage. |
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| d. |
A detailed landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Development Officer at the time of application for Development Permit. Landscaping of the site may be phased to coincide with development stages, at the discretion of the Development Officer and provided that the berming and landscaping of the yard adjacent to the south property line is completed with the first stage of development. |
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The Development Officer shall require, as a condition of approval, that the applicant provide an irrevocable letter of credit or a performance bond, in the amount of 100% of the estimated landscaping cost for the area covered by the Development Permit, the conditions of security being that: |
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if landscaping is not completed in accordance with the provisions of this District and the landscaping plan, within one growing season after completion of the development, then the amount fixed shall be paid to the City, for its use to complete the landscaping; |
| ii. |
the Development Officer shall not release the Landscaping Security until an inspection of the site has demonstrated that the landscaping has been appropriately installed, at which time 50% of the security shall be released; and |
| iii. |
the Development Officer shall not release the remainder of the Landscaping Security until an inspection of the site has demonstrated that the landscaping has been well maintained and is in healthy condition one growing season after completion of the landscaping, at which time 25% of the Security shall be released; and after two growing seasons, the remainder of the Security shall be released. |
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| f. |
Access and egress and the geometric details shall be to the satisfaction of the General Manager of the Transportation Department. |
| g. |
No parking, loading, storage nor trash collection, outdoor service nor display areas shall be permitted with a required yard. Loading, trash collection and service areas shall be located, constructed and screened to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. |
| h. |
Development in this District shall be in accordance with the following architectural guidelines, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer: |
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| i. |
the design of the project shall establish a single architectural theme or period architecture and the principal design elements, finishing materials, colours and roof style and material shall be applied to each building, with minor variations, regardless of the staging sequence of the development; |
| ii. |
the roof line of buildings shall consist of either sloped roofs or varying pitches and may include gable-ends, dormers or steeples, and be finished in metal or with wood shakes or shingles, clay tiles, asphalt shingles or roof materials having a similar texture and appearances; or flat roofs where they are concealed by parapet walls that include articulation and use of design elements that are in harmony with the principal architectural theme; |
| iii. |
both the roof lines and building facades shall include design elements and variations that will reduce the perceived mass and linearity of large buildings; |
| iv. |
fronts and/or sides of buildings that are not automotive related shall be designed to provide a minimum 1.5 m wide canopy area, arcade or awning, where buildings are continuous, to protect the public from inclement weather with a consistent design and use of materials and colours; |
| v. |
all mechanical equipment on the roof of nay building shall be completely screened or incorporated in the roof envelope; |
| vi. |
landscaping shall be provided on the interior of the site to break up the appearance of large areas of parking, to visually define primary circulation routes and to soften the appearance of buildings, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer; |
| vii. |
rear elevations of any two storey buildings adjacent to the southern property line shall be designed to incorporate elements which minimize large expanses of wall area and add visual interest, such as awnings, canopies, fascia, pilaster and/or trim detailing, stepping of the facades, enclosed loading areas, windows, dormers, etc. |
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| i. |
Appropriate lighting of the project shall provide security and add visual interest. Lighting shall be directed away from the low density residential areas to the south. |
| j. |
Signs shall be allowed in this District in accordance with Section 79D of the Land Use Bylaw. |
| k. |
Major and Minor Alcohol Sales shall be developed in accordance with Section 98 of the Land Use Bylaw. |
