DC2 632

Empire Park - south of 51 Avenue and east of 104A Street

Bylaw 13648 (May 11, 2004)

To accommodate an existing shopping centre development and a new commercial building in the south east portion of the site, and establish development regulations that will buffer the site from the residential development to the south and ensure compatibility with the residential development to the west.

A portion of Lot 4, Block 1, Plan 762 0205, containing 1.52 ha; located south of 51 Avenue and east of 104A Street, Empire Park, as shown on Schedule "C" Map of this Bylaw, adopting this Provision.

a.Broadcasting and Motion Picture Studios
b.Business Support Services
c.Commercial Schools
d.Drive-in Food Services
e.Gas Bars
f.General Retail Stores
g.Government Services
h.Health Services
i.Indoor Participant Recreation Services
j.Major and Minor Alcohol Sales
k.Major and Minor Amusement Establishments
l.Minor Secondhand Stores with a gross floor area of less than 275m2
m.Minor Service Stations
n.Neighbourhood Pubs and Bars, for less than 200 occupants and 240m2 of Public Space
o.Personal Service Shops
p.Professional Financial and Office Support Services
q.Private Clubs
r.Public Libraries and Cultural Exhibits
s.Rapid Drive-through Vehicle Services
t.Restaurants
u.Specialty Food Services, for less than 100 occupants and 120 m2 of Public Space
v.Spectator Entertainment Establishments
w.Veterinary Services
x.Warehouse Sales
y.Fascia On-premises Signs
z.Freestanding On-premises Signs
aa.Projecting On-premises Signs
bb.Temporary On-premises Signs
a. The site layout and building locations shall be generally in accordance with the Site Plan as illustrated in Appendix I.
b. The maximum Floor Area Ratio shall be 0.5.
c. The existing landscaped yards adjacent to the west and north property lines shall be at 4.5 m, and provide: (a) 3 mature deciduous trees (a minimum Caliper of 8cm), (b) 2 coniferous trees (a minimum of 2.5 m in Height), (c) a minimum of 10 shrubs for each 30 m of frontage, with the planting to be grouped in modules not greater than 25 m in length, and (d) walkways in accordance with the Site Plan as illustrated in Appendix I.
d. A landscaped rear yard of 7.5 m shall be required along the south property line, in accordance with the Site Plan as illustrated in Appendix I. The landscaped yard will provide a 1.83 m solid screen fence installed on the apex of a 1.0 m high berm, as illustrated in Appendix II, as well as a minimum of 30 deciduous trees (a minimum Caliper of 8 cm), 30 coniferous trees (a minimum of 3m in Height), and shrub planting.
e. Two north/south walkways, and a drive aisle to the abutting residential development shall be provided within the landscaped rear yard, as shown on the Site Plan as illustrated in Appendix I.
f. A landscaped yard is not required on the east property line.
g. The maximum Height shall not exceed 10 m nor 2 ½ storeys.
h. Development shall be in accordance with the following architectural guidelines, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer:
 
i. exterior finishing materials must be of good quality, durable and attractive in appearance, and all exposed building faces shall have consistent and harmonious exterior finishing materials;
ii. all mechanical equipment, including roof mechanical units, shall be concealed by screening in a manner compatible with the architectural character of the building, or concealed by incorporating it within the building;
iii. that any buildings with a wall exceeding 30 m in length that is oriented to the south property line shall comply with the following guidelines:
 
A. the roof-line and building façade shall include design elements and variations that reduce the perceived mass of the building and add architectural interest;
B. the exterior wall finishing materials shall be predominately composed of light earth tone or muted colors and consist of brick, pre-cast concrete, textured concrete, stone, glazing or stucco, with pre-finished metal or wood limited to use as an accent; and
C. the provision of landscaping to minimize the perceived mass of the building and create visual interest.
i. Vehicular access to the site shall be provided in accordance with the Site Plan, as illustrated in Appendix I.
j. Signs shall be developed in accordance with Schedule 59E and Section 59 of the Edmonton Zoning Bylaw.
k. The Development Officer may grant relaxations to Section 40 to 59 of the Edmonton Zoning Bylaw, and other Development Regulations set forth in this Provision, if, in his opinion, such a variance would be in keeping with the General Purpose of this Provision and would not adversely affect the amenities, use and enjoyment of neighbouring properties.
a.Gas Bars, Minor Service Stations, Rapid Drive-through Vehicle Services and Drive-in Food Services shall be developed in accordance with Section 72 of the Edmonton Zoning Bylaw, and shall be oriented such that their primary business exposure and access is directed towards 51 Avenue.
b.Restaurants, and Private Clubs having a seating capacity greater than 200 occupants shall be oriented such that their primary business exposure and access is directed towards 51 Avenue.

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