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Jan 2018 - CHNA Comments regarding Inclusionary Zoning
On Jan 31, City Council was to approve a City of Ottawa submission to Queen's park regarding the draft Inclusionary Zoning Framework, designed to increase the amount of affordable housing made available via intensification. Prior to this meeting, CHNA submitted a letter to Council to provide input to the official submission by the City to the Province. We focused on the following:
Here is the text of our letter:
CHNA believes that healthy communities provide for a wide range of housing options. The City’s Official Plan acknowledges that affordable housing is a “fundamental building block of a healthy, liveable city” (2.5.2) and Ottawa has a target of 25% of new residential construction to be affordable housing. However, this target is not likely to be met unless measures are put in place to ensure that new development in downtown neighbourhoods include affordable options.
The problem is especially concerning in the urban core where we are experiencing the bulk of intensification and development, resulting in increased property values and making central Ottawa increasingly unaffordable to those on low and moderate incomes...the very people who would benefit from the City's investment in the LRT.
CHNA strongly encourages the City of Ottawa to support the motion on Inclusionary Zoning for Submission to the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Ministry of Housing regarding the Proposed Regulation. While the Ontario proposal is a start in the right direction, as the motion makes clear, rental property must be included. With the softening condo market, many of the recently-approved developments in our ward are proposed as rentals. As well, without increased federal support, the proposed municipal subsidy to developers for 40% of the lost value is likely to become a barrier for municipalities and shifts too much of the cost of this initiative from the developers onto strained municipal budgets. We also believe that a more granular approach is needed so that the City of Ottawa is able to look at each part of the city to ensure the targets, incentives, etc make sense for that community. One size does not fit all.
Thank you for your efforts to ensure that affordable housing becomes more available, not less, so that lower-income citizens of Ottawa can continue to find good, affordable housing units in the downtown core.
- Rental property inclusion required
- Burden of proposed 40% of developer loss of value via municipal subsidy
- Need Granular approach for targets, incentives
Here is the text of our letter:
CHNA believes that healthy communities provide for a wide range of housing options. The City’s Official Plan acknowledges that affordable housing is a “fundamental building block of a healthy, liveable city” (2.5.2) and Ottawa has a target of 25% of new residential construction to be affordable housing. However, this target is not likely to be met unless measures are put in place to ensure that new development in downtown neighbourhoods include affordable options.
The problem is especially concerning in the urban core where we are experiencing the bulk of intensification and development, resulting in increased property values and making central Ottawa increasingly unaffordable to those on low and moderate incomes...the very people who would benefit from the City's investment in the LRT.
CHNA strongly encourages the City of Ottawa to support the motion on Inclusionary Zoning for Submission to the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Ministry of Housing regarding the Proposed Regulation. While the Ontario proposal is a start in the right direction, as the motion makes clear, rental property must be included. With the softening condo market, many of the recently-approved developments in our ward are proposed as rentals. As well, without increased federal support, the proposed municipal subsidy to developers for 40% of the lost value is likely to become a barrier for municipalities and shifts too much of the cost of this initiative from the developers onto strained municipal budgets. We also believe that a more granular approach is needed so that the City of Ottawa is able to look at each part of the city to ensure the targets, incentives, etc make sense for that community. One size does not fit all.
Thank you for your efforts to ensure that affordable housing becomes more available, not less, so that lower-income citizens of Ottawa can continue to find good, affordable housing units in the downtown core.
Feb 2017 - CHNA Submits Final Set of Comments on Westgate Development
In its final, short submission on this development, CHNA focuses on the public realm, in particular pedestrian and cycling infrastructure and other transportation issues. The target Planning Committee date is February 14, 2017.
The latest submission can be found here. Earlier submissions can be found farther down this page.
The latest submission can be found here. Earlier submissions can be found farther down this page.
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Jan 2017 - CHNA Comments on the R4 (Residential Fourth Density) Zoning Review
The City is reviewing the R4 zoning, that encompasses low-rise, multiple-unit dwellings.
CHNA provided a wide range of comments on the ideas contained in the discussion paper. We point out the negative consequences on the urban canopy of maxing out building envelopes and caution that it is important to continue to provide a healthy diversity of housing in inner-urban neighbourhoods. We also expressed our concern about the negative potential from lot consolidation.
CHNA's submission and the city's discussion paper can be found here
CHNA provided a wide range of comments on the ideas contained in the discussion paper. We point out the negative consequences on the urban canopy of maxing out building envelopes and caution that it is important to continue to provide a healthy diversity of housing in inner-urban neighbourhoods. We also expressed our concern about the negative potential from lot consolidation.
CHNA's submission and the city's discussion paper can be found here
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Oct 2016 - CHNA Comments on Westgate Secondary Plan
CHNA has requested that consideration of this Secondary Plan be put on hold until more analysis of the transportation issues is completed and the decisions around the Civic Hospital location and the potential closure of the 417-E-E ramp are taken.
CHNA's comments can be found here . Our comments from Dec 2015 and more about the proposal can be found lower down on this page.
CHNA's comments can be found here . Our comments from Dec 2015 and more about the proposal can be found lower down on this page.
Jul and Fall 2016 - OMB Review
The Ontario Government is undertaking an important review of the Ontario Municipal Board.
Read CHNA's contribution here as well as a letter submitted by our Councillor, Jeff Leiper and 5 other councillors.
A Public Town Hall on this topic will be here in Ottawa on Wednesday Nov 9th. Please consider attending. http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page15024.aspx
Read CHNA's contribution here as well as a letter submitted by our Councillor, Jeff Leiper and 5 other councillors.
A Public Town Hall on this topic will be here in Ottawa on Wednesday Nov 9th. Please consider attending. http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page15024.aspx
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Oct, Jul and Feb 2016 - "Coach House" Principles and Recommendations
The Government of Ontario requires that cities permit secondary dwellings units "coach houses" to be developed as accessory structures to a principle residence. The City of Ottawa approved an amendment allowing coach houses at its meeting on Oct. 26. Staff have also been directed to come back in two years with a review of the policy's implementation.
As the rules were being worked out and draft versions were released, CHNA commented on this initiative, as it has the potential to have a significant impact on our neighbourhood. You can read CHNA's initial input from February 2016 can be found here. In July, CHNA responded to an updated Draft and in October, we provided one final submission were we indicated that we continued to be concerned regarding the impact of this amendment on our tree Canopy. Below you will find our July and October submissions.
As the rules were being worked out and draft versions were released, CHNA commented on this initiative, as it has the potential to have a significant impact on our neighbourhood. You can read CHNA's initial input from February 2016 can be found here. In July, CHNA responded to an updated Draft and in October, we provided one final submission were we indicated that we continued to be concerned regarding the impact of this amendment on our tree Canopy. Below you will find our July and October submissions.
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MTO Considers Closure of 417 East Bound On-Ramp - Carling at Westgate
emoval of this exit is expected to have a serious impact on Parkdale traffic, as it will become one of the best remaining alternatives to get to the EB 417. For those traveling Westbound on Carling, their only other choice would be a convoluted path via the already congested Carling/Kirkwood intersection. We expect many drivers will choose Parkdale Avenue, a street that simply cannot handle any more traffic. More details of what is being proposed and what we are doing about it HERE.
Next critical milestones:
Please note, there is a petition created by a CHNA member and resident against the widening of the 417. For information and to sign the petition, click HERE.
Next critical milestones:
- CHNA is meeting with our MPP, Yasir Naqvi, along with Councillor Leiper on Tuesday June 14.
- A public consultation was held JUNE 16th 4-8pm at Kitchissippi United Church.
- Yasir Naqvi is working with City and MTO engineers to see if an acceptable solution can be found.
Please note, there is a petition created by a CHNA member and resident against the widening of the 417. For information and to sign the petition, click HERE.
Dec 2015 - Proposed Westgate Re Development
CHNA views the potential development of this site as an opportunity to turn a paved, inhospitable site into a greener, more welcoming environment. The development also has the potential to encourage improvements in the pedestrian and cycling infrastructure as well as better transit along Carling. We also support a Secondary Planning Process as an important step in developing this important downtown site.
CHNA urges the City to carefully study and document why this site is, or is not, suitable for additional height so other sites on Carling which are not suitable for tall buildings are protected from unimpeded up-zoning. Finally, CHNA urges the city to revisit the traffic study to ensure that the estimates for future traffic around this site are accurate and that the study takes into account other anticipated development in the vicinity.
An initial public consultation was held in December, 2015 and a second on June 20, 2016.
Details on this project and the city approval process can be found HERE. You will find CHNA's submission to the City, based on the initial public meeting below.
CHNA urges the City to carefully study and document why this site is, or is not, suitable for additional height so other sites on Carling which are not suitable for tall buildings are protected from unimpeded up-zoning. Finally, CHNA urges the city to revisit the traffic study to ensure that the estimates for future traffic around this site are accurate and that the study takes into account other anticipated development in the vicinity.
An initial public consultation was held in December, 2015 and a second on June 20, 2016.
Details on this project and the city approval process can be found HERE. You will find CHNA's submission to the City, based on the initial public meeting below.
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Jun 2016 - 417 Bridge Rehabilitation/Replacement
In response to the Ministry of Transportation's "Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study for the Rehabilitation / Replacement of Ottawa Queensway Mid-town Bridges from Holland Avenue to O'Connor Street", CHNA reviewed the proposal and provided the following comments, incorporating any comments received from residents.
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Jun 2016 - HAVE YOUR SAY on 417 Bridge Rehabilitation/Replacement
The Ministry of Transportation has released their Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study for the Rehabilitation / Replacement of Ottawa Queensway Mid-town Bridges from Holland Avenue to O'Connor Street (G.W.P. 4075-11-00) . CHNA provided comments to MTO on this process in 2015, with considerable input from Civic Hospital Neighbourhood residents.
We will be reviewing this Study and welcome additional comments from residents. Please send your comments by June 3rd to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca . The MTO report will be available from Wednesday, May 4, 2016 until Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at the following locations for your review:
Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch, Hintonburg Community Centre, Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside Branch , McNabb Recreation Centre, Plant Recreation Centre , City of Ottawa Service Centre
We will be reviewing this Study and welcome additional comments from residents. Please send your comments by June 3rd to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca . The MTO report will be available from Wednesday, May 4, 2016 until Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at the following locations for your review:
Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch, Hintonburg Community Centre, Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside Branch , McNabb Recreation Centre, Plant Recreation Centre , City of Ottawa Service Centre
Ashcroft Revises Site Plan for 101 & 105 Champagne
The Civic Hospital Neighbourhood Association (CHNA) is supportive of many of the revisions to the site plan. We continue to have a serious concern related to the potential impact of additional wind flow patterns on Ev Tremblay Park. We have other concerns that we feel can be addressed through collaboration between the city, the community and the developer. CHNA's input can be found here.
Zoning By-law: Minimum Parking Requirements - CHNA Comments
CHNA submitted comments on Recommendations from a City of Ottawa By-law review of Minimum Parking Requirements. Ottawa parking requirements for small scale business and residential development have not changed since the 1960s and are in excess of the requirements for other cities such as Montreal and Toronto. CHNA supports most of the recommendations.
The text of the CHNA submission, provided to the city on December 17, 2015, can be found here.
The text of the CHNA submission, provided to the city on December 17, 2015, can be found here.
Temporary Zoning Changes Requested for 991 Carling
Late 2015, CHNA received notice of a request for a Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a 'Parking Lot' as a permitted use for a temporary period of three years at 991 Carling (Carling and Fairmont) with potential future renewals of this temporary amendment. The approval is to allow hospital staff parking which is not allowed under the current zoning. CHNA quickly reached out to residents to learn their concerns and shared those with our councillor. CHNA also printed additional copies of the amendment and dropped them off homes that would be affected, but were outside of the area officially notified by the city. CHNA and residents were able to provide comments by Dec. 24, 2015. CHNA's response HERE.
*NEW* In January 2016, CHNA met with the planner, the proponent and our councillor. Based on CHNA and city planner input, the applicant has made changes to the lot layout as well as the entry and exit. Additional signage to reduce neighbourhood traffic is to be installed and the results evaluated to see if they do reduce the traffic concerns.
The application (File No.D02-02-15-0077) is online at ottawa.ca/devapps and can be found here:
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0WZPNI
Future Development: Some residents asked what kind of development can they expect in the future on that property. Here is what we do know based on a City of Ottawa Zoning review conducted in 2014: The 2014 City of Ottawa Zoning Review, included zoning provisions for arterial main streets, such as Carling, intended to ‘humanize” the streets into more urban environments with “active, pedestrian- and transit-supportive street frontages”. The zoning along Carling Avenue generally allows for maximum building heights of up to 30 metres. Other provisions of the Zoning by-law stipulate that buildings must have active street frontages, including real, functional doors intended to work as primary entrances facing the street. This is done to ensure that the building interfaces well with the street and generally creates more of an urban main street environment like those seen on older urban streets like Bank and Wellington West. While we would hope that heights could be kept to the 11-20 metre range due to the need for setbacks from the existing housing, developers could still ask for 30 metres and the city has the option to allow.
*NEW* In January 2016, CHNA met with the planner, the proponent and our councillor. Based on CHNA and city planner input, the applicant has made changes to the lot layout as well as the entry and exit. Additional signage to reduce neighbourhood traffic is to be installed and the results evaluated to see if they do reduce the traffic concerns.
The application (File No.D02-02-15-0077) is online at ottawa.ca/devapps and can be found here:
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0WZPNI
Future Development: Some residents asked what kind of development can they expect in the future on that property. Here is what we do know based on a City of Ottawa Zoning review conducted in 2014: The 2014 City of Ottawa Zoning Review, included zoning provisions for arterial main streets, such as Carling, intended to ‘humanize” the streets into more urban environments with “active, pedestrian- and transit-supportive street frontages”. The zoning along Carling Avenue generally allows for maximum building heights of up to 30 metres. Other provisions of the Zoning by-law stipulate that buildings must have active street frontages, including real, functional doors intended to work as primary entrances facing the street. This is done to ensure that the building interfaces well with the street and generally creates more of an urban main street environment like those seen on older urban streets like Bank and Wellington West. While we would hope that heights could be kept to the 11-20 metre range due to the need for setbacks from the existing housing, developers could still ask for 30 metres and the city has the option to allow.
Have Your Say on Proposed Changes to Zoning and Site Plan for 101 & 105 Champagne Avenue South
*NEW* CHNA's comments on the Applications for a Site Plan and Re-zoning for 101 & 105 Champagne were sent to the City of Ottawa and the Urban Design Review Panel on December 30, 2015. The final document can be found here.
CHNA has received notice of a Zoning By-law amendment and a Site Plan Control application to permit the construction of a 25-storey residential tower at 101 & 105 Champagne Avenue South.
CHNA will be submitting a response to this proposal and would like to hear from you!!
This applications for this development are of interest to CHNA, as the building would be immediately south of Ev Tremblay Park, one of only 3 city parks serving our community. CHNA encourages interested residents to visit Ev Trembly Park to understand the context of the proposed development.
The applications (Files No.: D02-15-0078 & D07-12-15-0179) are online at ottawa.ca/devapps and can be found here:
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0W2IGZ
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0W2I5M
As the deadline for comments to the city is December 31, 2015, please send your comments to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca by end of day December 28, so we can consolidate comments and meet the city's deadline.
CHNA has received notice of a Zoning By-law amendment and a Site Plan Control application to permit the construction of a 25-storey residential tower at 101 & 105 Champagne Avenue South.
CHNA will be submitting a response to this proposal and would like to hear from you!!
This applications for this development are of interest to CHNA, as the building would be immediately south of Ev Tremblay Park, one of only 3 city parks serving our community. CHNA encourages interested residents to visit Ev Trembly Park to understand the context of the proposed development.
The applications (Files No.: D02-15-0078 & D07-12-15-0179) are online at ottawa.ca/devapps and can be found here:
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0W2IGZ
http://app01.ottawa.ca/postingplans/appDetails.jsf?lang=en&appId=__0W2I5M
As the deadline for comments to the city is December 31, 2015, please send your comments to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca by end of day December 28, so we can consolidate comments and meet the city's deadline.
Have Your Say on Minimum Parking Requirements...
The City of Ottawa has released a Discussion Paper articulating proposed Recommendations around minimum parking requirements for small scale development. The 16-page Discussion Paper, and a short video explaining the rational behind the recommendations, can be found at www.ottawa.ca/minimumparking
CHNA has developed a draft response to this Discussion Paper, based on what we have heard from residents over the years, and would like to hear from you if we got it right! Provide your comments to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca by end of day December 16th.
You will find the document here.
CHNA has developed a draft response to this Discussion Paper, based on what we have heard from residents over the years, and would like to hear from you if we got it right! Provide your comments to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca by end of day December 16th.
You will find the document here.
Have your Say on "17 big ideas to build an inspiring capital"
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is asking Canadians to help identify projects that will transform Canada's Capital over the next 50 years. Called "17 big ideas to build an inspiring capital", the NCC wants citizens to share their ideas, which will be included in the Plan for Canada's Capital to be launched in 2017. Share your ideas on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram with #Capital2067 or visit ncc-ccn.gc.ca.
May 26, 2015 - Update on Community Mail Boxes - Globe & Mail
Court case finds flaws in Canada Post’s plan to end home delivery for urban addresses. Poor street lighting. Sidewalk and safety issues. Concerns for trees and people’s privacy. Damaged cables and sprinkler systems. Click HERE for full article.
Saying NO to Community Mail Boxes
At the end of 2013, Canada Post announced that it would be ending all home mail delivery over a five-year period and erecting large, community mailboxes (CMBs) in neighbourhoods for letter and parcel pick-up.
Sentiment against CMBs is significant. Many seniors and people with disabilities aren’t happy with the move because it could put their health and safety at risk, especially during the winter, and undermine their ability to live independently. Most people don’t want the boxes because they come with a myriad of problems: litter, lack of snow removal, theft, vandalism, traffic and poor lighting which exposes women and others to harm. Homeowners are also concerned because a nearby CMB tends to lower property values. The City of Ottawa should be concerned. As a result of the lower property values associated with CMBs, the city is going to lose tax revenue. It will also face significant increased costs due to new requirements for litter and snow removal, signage, paving and lighting, managing municipal land and rights-of-way and more.
At the urging of CHNA, the Federation of Citizens' Associations of Ottawa-Carleton (FCA) passed a resolution calling on Canada Post to commit that costs will not be downloaded onto municipalities and demanding a halt to the elimination of home mail delivery until concerns are addressed through meaningful consultations with municipalities and affected residents prior to implementation. The resolution also says the FCA will continue to support the City of Ottawa Council in any efforts to oppose Canada Post's plans to impose CMB on our neighbourhoods.
We are proud to say that Councillor Jeff Leiper will be urging City Council to adopt a similar resolution in May. Well over 550 municipalities across Canada have already taken this action. CHNA thinks it's time that Ottawa did too. You can help by urging Mayor Watson to take a stand against the CMBs. You can reach the mayor by email ([email protected]), phone (613-580-2496), fax (613-580-2509) or mail (110 Laurier avenue west, Ottawa Ontario K1P 1J1).
Sentiment against CMBs is significant. Many seniors and people with disabilities aren’t happy with the move because it could put their health and safety at risk, especially during the winter, and undermine their ability to live independently. Most people don’t want the boxes because they come with a myriad of problems: litter, lack of snow removal, theft, vandalism, traffic and poor lighting which exposes women and others to harm. Homeowners are also concerned because a nearby CMB tends to lower property values. The City of Ottawa should be concerned. As a result of the lower property values associated with CMBs, the city is going to lose tax revenue. It will also face significant increased costs due to new requirements for litter and snow removal, signage, paving and lighting, managing municipal land and rights-of-way and more.
At the urging of CHNA, the Federation of Citizens' Associations of Ottawa-Carleton (FCA) passed a resolution calling on Canada Post to commit that costs will not be downloaded onto municipalities and demanding a halt to the elimination of home mail delivery until concerns are addressed through meaningful consultations with municipalities and affected residents prior to implementation. The resolution also says the FCA will continue to support the City of Ottawa Council in any efforts to oppose Canada Post's plans to impose CMB on our neighbourhoods.
We are proud to say that Councillor Jeff Leiper will be urging City Council to adopt a similar resolution in May. Well over 550 municipalities across Canada have already taken this action. CHNA thinks it's time that Ottawa did too. You can help by urging Mayor Watson to take a stand against the CMBs. You can reach the mayor by email ([email protected]), phone (613-580-2496), fax (613-580-2509) or mail (110 Laurier avenue west, Ottawa Ontario K1P 1J1).
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CHNA comments on the rehabilitation of the Queensway Mid-Town Bridges
On March 13, 2015, CHNA submitted its input on the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's (MTO) plans to rehabilitate or Queensway bridges. Five of these bridges are of interest to Civic Hospital neighbourhood residents (Holland, Parkdale, Fairmont, Bayswater and CPR/O-Train). CHNA's submission, which was prepared with input from residents of the Civic Hospital neighbourhood and the Liveable Bayswater action group, focused on the underpasses associated with these bridges. It called for bridge infrastructure design that ensured safer, quieter, brighter and greener underpasses, consistent with the objectives of liveable communities. The text of the CHNA submission is below.
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Mar 20, 2015 - Draft CHNA Submission on the Rehabilitation of Ottawa Queensway Mid-Town Bridges
Five Queensway Bridges of interest to CHNA are scheduled to be re-habilitated by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) in the coming years: Holland, Parkdale, Fairmont, Bayswater and CPR/O-Train. MTO is currently undertaking a design and environmental assessment study and is seeking public input on the project.
As the future look and feel of these bridges are of great interest to residents of the Civic Hospital neighbourhood, CHNA's Planning Committee has prepared a draft submission on which it is seeking comments from residents. The submission (which must be sent to MTO by Friday March 13, 2015) is attached below.
If you have any comments or input which you would like to see incorporated into this submission, please send them to kathyltk [at] gmail.com by end of day, Wednesday, March 11, 2015.
Additional information on the bridge rehabilitation project can be found at www.queenswaymidtownbridges.com.
As the future look and feel of these bridges are of great interest to residents of the Civic Hospital neighbourhood, CHNA's Planning Committee has prepared a draft submission on which it is seeking comments from residents. The submission (which must be sent to MTO by Friday March 13, 2015) is attached below.
If you have any comments or input which you would like to see incorporated into this submission, please send them to kathyltk [at] gmail.com by end of day, Wednesday, March 11, 2015.
Additional information on the bridge rehabilitation project can be found at www.queenswaymidtownbridges.com.
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Feb 2015 - Road Link through Queen Juliana Park WILL NOT be re-opened following successful CHNA presentation to City Planning Committee
February 10, 2015 - The Civic Hospital Neighbourhood Association (CHNA) responded today to a City Staff Report on the re-zoning proposal for the Dow Honda site at 845 Carling Avenue.
The Staff report included a reference to extending Sherwood Drive to Prince of Wales. Kathy Kennedy, Chair of CHNA's Planning and Development Committee and George Laing of Liveable Bayswater reminded Planning Committee that the proposal to extend Sherwood Drive to Prince of Wales, through Queen Juliana Park, was rejected by Council last year as part of the Preston-Carling Secondary Plan, based on the very significant concerns raised by residents. CHNA presented to the Planning Committee to ensure that this issue not be re-opened with the Dow Honda development.
Our Councillor, Jeff Leiper, supported CHNA's position and has confirmed that there will be a direction to staff to clarify that the reference in the Staff report to a Sherwood extention is not an endorsement of the concept, and to confirm that the extention was explicitly rejected by the City in the mobility plan attached to the Preston-Carling Secondary Plan.
Attached is a copy of the CHNA presentation and the clarification for proceedings will be posted to our website once available from the City.
The Staff report included a reference to extending Sherwood Drive to Prince of Wales. Kathy Kennedy, Chair of CHNA's Planning and Development Committee and George Laing of Liveable Bayswater reminded Planning Committee that the proposal to extend Sherwood Drive to Prince of Wales, through Queen Juliana Park, was rejected by Council last year as part of the Preston-Carling Secondary Plan, based on the very significant concerns raised by residents. CHNA presented to the Planning Committee to ensure that this issue not be re-opened with the Dow Honda development.
Our Councillor, Jeff Leiper, supported CHNA's position and has confirmed that there will be a direction to staff to clarify that the reference in the Staff report to a Sherwood extention is not an endorsement of the concept, and to confirm that the extention was explicitly rejected by the City in the mobility plan attached to the Preston-Carling Secondary Plan.
Attached is a copy of the CHNA presentation and the clarification for proceedings will be posted to our website once available from the City.
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Feb 7, 2015 - Important Message re: Queen Juliana Park
he idea of extending Sherwood Avenue to connect with Prince of Wales, cutting right through Queen Juliana Park has resurfaced in the new 55-storey Dow Honda (845 Carling Avenue) proposal that is scheduled to be voted on at Planning Committee this Tuesday (Feb 10, 2015).
The following is the text in the Traffic Section of the Staff Report on this development:
"As a result, of all the expected development in the area and to address critical movements on the surrounding streets, some of which are currently failing (e.g. Carling-Bronson, Preston-Carling and Prince of Wales), the study indicates that the City should consider the following:
Regarding the possible extension of Sherwood Avenue, this would be across federal government lands. These federal lands form part of the new Secondary Plan for the Preston-Carling District and as part of this plan, are anticipated to be developed. The possible extension of Sherwood Avenue would be studied as part of the development of those lands. "
As some of you may remember, this was previously a contentious issue, in that traffic currently going along Preston Street would begin to use Bayswater and the proposed cut-through to go to and from Prince of Wales.
What is being done: Our City Councillor, Jeff Leiper will be moving a motion to oppose this street, as last year’s Preston-Carling Secondary Plan was specific in recommending against..."A new road link through the federal government site south of Carling Avenue west of the O-Train."
Please contact the Councillor to let him know that you support his motion at Jeff Leiper <[email protected]>
CHNA will be at the Planning Committee meeting to oppose the road link and to signal to Planning Committee that we oppose any notion of a vehicular bridge from Hickory to Adeline (which is not in this proposal but who knows when it might resurface.)
Here is a letter from Paul Dewar, MP for Ottawa Centre from Sept. 2013 expressing his concern about a through road through these federal lands.
The following is the text in the Traffic Section of the Staff Report on this development:
"As a result, of all the expected development in the area and to address critical movements on the surrounding streets, some of which are currently failing (e.g. Carling-Bronson, Preston-Carling and Prince of Wales), the study indicates that the City should consider the following:
- Extending Sherwood Avenue south to Prince of Wales;
- Relocation of the existing traffic light from Preston-Pamilla south one block to Preston and Adeline;
- Maintain vehicular access to and from both Sidney and Adeline Streets.
Regarding the possible extension of Sherwood Avenue, this would be across federal government lands. These federal lands form part of the new Secondary Plan for the Preston-Carling District and as part of this plan, are anticipated to be developed. The possible extension of Sherwood Avenue would be studied as part of the development of those lands. "
As some of you may remember, this was previously a contentious issue, in that traffic currently going along Preston Street would begin to use Bayswater and the proposed cut-through to go to and from Prince of Wales.
What is being done: Our City Councillor, Jeff Leiper will be moving a motion to oppose this street, as last year’s Preston-Carling Secondary Plan was specific in recommending against..."A new road link through the federal government site south of Carling Avenue west of the O-Train."
Please contact the Councillor to let him know that you support his motion at Jeff Leiper <[email protected]>
CHNA will be at the Planning Committee meeting to oppose the road link and to signal to Planning Committee that we oppose any notion of a vehicular bridge from Hickory to Adeline (which is not in this proposal but who knows when it might resurface.)
Here is a letter from Paul Dewar, MP for Ottawa Centre from Sept. 2013 expressing his concern about a through road through these federal lands.
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Feb 2015 - Neighbourhood Businesses - CHNA comments on Zoning By-Law
On February 6, 2015, CHNA submitted comments on a city proposal to formally recognize small-scale neighbourhood-oriented commercial uses in primarily residential areas. With the city's new zoning for arterial main streets to encourage more a urban main street environment on streets such as Carling, CHNA envisions great potential for small shops and services along the north side of Carling that will serve residents of our community.
The text of the CHNA submission is attached.
The text of the CHNA submission is attached.
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Jan 2015 - Interested in Carling Ave. Zoning?
CHNA’s Planning and Development Committee
arranged for a public information session on Jan 15, 2015 to explain the new zoning along the section of Carling
Avenue adjacent to the Civic Hospital neighbourhood. Attached please find the minutes from that meeting that help explain what's up.
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Bayswater as Collector? Residents say NO! - Fall 2013
At last night's CHNA Annual General Meeting, and at a previous Bayswater residents-only meeting, the issue of Bayswater being designated as a "Collector" was hotly discussed. This is as a result of discussions around the Carling-Preston Public Realm and Mobility Study, which is ongoing. Here is the CBC coverage on the topic, as well as Councillor Hobb's reply to residents.
Jan 2014 - CHNA Planning & Development Committee Draft Strategic Plan
Click here to view this document. Contact plandev at chnaottawa dot ca if you are interested in helping CHNA develop this plan.
Feb 2014 - Demolition Control Proposal: Parkdale & Burnside - CHNA Pushes for Action on Affordable Housing Targets
CHNA reviewed the Demolition Control Proposal being considered for 111 & 115 Parkdale Avenue and 71 Burnside Avenue. The proposed development, which borders Tunney's Pasture, would be a 30-storey condominium building. The text of the CHNA submission can be found below.
Jan 2014 - CHNA Submits Comments on the City's Zoning Study on Local Shops and Services in Residential Neighbourhoods
As part of a local commercial zoning study, the City of Ottawa is looking for feedback on existing shops and locations, the types of shops and services that might be appropriate for residential neighbourhoods such as ours, and the accessibility of these shops through cycling, walking, transit and driving. CHNA provided feedback on this study on January 29th, 2014. The text of the CHNA submission can be found below.
2014 - CHNA Comments on Proposal for Norman Street
The City of Ottawa is considering a proposal from Tamarack Homes for a Zoning By-law Amendment and an Official Plan Amendment to allow for a 9-storey condominium. CHNA opposes this proposal and the text of the CHNA submission can be found below.
2014 - CHNA Comments on Zoning Amendment Proposals for Residential Conversions
The City of Ottawa's Planning and Growth Management is proposing several amendments to the Zoning By-law as it relates to the conversion of residential use buildings. CHNA submitted its comments on the proposal on January 9th. The text of the CHNA submission is below.
2014 - Are there too few, too many or just the right number of local shops and services in our neighbourhood?
CHNA looking for input on existing and/or potential local shops and services in our neighbourhood
Existing shops and stores, such as convenience stores, barber shops, small laundromats, florists, and cafés are often located in residential areas where present zoning may not permit these businesses. A City of Ottawa Local Commercial study proposes to rezone these sites, where appropriate, to permit these small businesses to continue to contribute to their community. The study will also consider possible new locations for neighbourhood-focused stores and services that might fall between a home-based business and full-fledged retail store.
The City is looking for feedback on existing shops and locations, the types of shops and services that might be appropriate for residential neighbourhoods such as ours, and the accessibility of these shops through cycling, walking, transit and driving.
The CHNA’s Planning and Development Committee is looking for input from residents until January 27, 2014, so it can submit a CHNA-focused response. For more information on the study, visit: Please send your opinions and ideas to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca
Existing shops and stores, such as convenience stores, barber shops, small laundromats, florists, and cafés are often located in residential areas where present zoning may not permit these businesses. A City of Ottawa Local Commercial study proposes to rezone these sites, where appropriate, to permit these small businesses to continue to contribute to their community. The study will also consider possible new locations for neighbourhood-focused stores and services that might fall between a home-based business and full-fledged retail store.
The City is looking for feedback on existing shops and locations, the types of shops and services that might be appropriate for residential neighbourhoods such as ours, and the accessibility of these shops through cycling, walking, transit and driving.
The CHNA’s Planning and Development Committee is looking for input from residents until January 27, 2014, so it can submit a CHNA-focused response. For more information on the study, visit: Please send your opinions and ideas to plandev at chnaottawa dot ca
2013 - City Councillor Responds to Bayswater Campaign
Councillor Katherine Hobbs announced on November 25th that she has asked city staff to remove any consideration of reclassifying Bayswater Avenue to a collector. In a message to Civic Hospital residents, she assured residents that Bayswater will remain a local road. While Civic Hospital and Hintonburg residents are gratified that Councillor Hobbs has listened to their concerns, the Liveable Bayswater campaign will continue until a record of decision to affirm and maintain Bayswater's current local street status is recorded in both the Public Realm and Mobility Study and the CDP, and measures to reduce traffic speeds and enhance the livability of our streets have been undertaken. Below is the message from Councillor Hobbs. Also available online here.
2013 - Bayswater Residents Launch Sign Campaign
Bayswater residents have organized a sign campaign to demonstrate their opposition to a city proposal to turn their residential street into a collector. At the same time, the Liveable Bayswater Working Group sent a petition to Councillor Hobbs, the Mayor, Councillors Hume and Egli and city urban planner, Randolph Wang. A letter writing campaign is also expected to be finalized this week.
More than 50 kids live on Bayswater, and hundreds more use it to walk or bike to school every day. Residents want to work with the city to preserve the residential character of their neighbourhood, while welcoming new residents and new businesses. Their next step is to help develop a vision for thriving urban communities with safe family-oriented streets.
Support their efforts by attending the next (and final) Public Realm and Mobility Study Public Session to be held at 18:30 - 20:30h on December 9, 2013 at the Tom Brown Arena, 141 Bayview Road. Some of the recommendations to be discussed at this Public Session, such as the Queen Juliana cut-through, could have a significant negative impact on many Civic Hospital and Hintonburg streets.
Together, we can preserve the integrity of our neighbourhood as the family-friendly, residential community it is!
More than 50 kids live on Bayswater, and hundreds more use it to walk or bike to school every day. Residents want to work with the city to preserve the residential character of their neighbourhood, while welcoming new residents and new businesses. Their next step is to help develop a vision for thriving urban communities with safe family-oriented streets.
Support their efforts by attending the next (and final) Public Realm and Mobility Study Public Session to be held at 18:30 - 20:30h on December 9, 2013 at the Tom Brown Arena, 141 Bayview Road. Some of the recommendations to be discussed at this Public Session, such as the Queen Juliana cut-through, could have a significant negative impact on many Civic Hospital and Hintonburg streets.
Together, we can preserve the integrity of our neighbourhood as the family-friendly, residential community it is!
2013 - City of Ottawa Consultations on Residential Conversions
On September 16th, 2013, CHNA attended a City of Ottawa Public Consultation Meeting on Residential Conversions .
What is a "Conversion"? : When older homes are modified to contain 4 units or more they are called a "Converted Dwelling".
Residential Concerns: The city has received many concerns, especially from residents in Sandy Hill and the Glebe, regarding residential conversions that are being undertaken in a way that is not appropriate or sensitive to their surroundings. In response to this concern, on April 24th, 2013, Ottawa City Council passed an Interim Control By-law. This By-law prevents any new permit applications for such conversions in Sandy Hill and the Glebe while a zoning study is being completed.
Recommendations: The Planning and Growth Management Department plans to take the public comments received at the September 16th meeting into account as they develop their recommendations for Council . In November or December they will formally circulate their recommended zoning changes and a final report is expected to go to the City Planning Committee on March 25th, 2014.
You can find a summary of comments received at the September 16 meeting at www.ottawa.ca/conversions.
What is a "Conversion"? : When older homes are modified to contain 4 units or more they are called a "Converted Dwelling".
Residential Concerns: The city has received many concerns, especially from residents in Sandy Hill and the Glebe, regarding residential conversions that are being undertaken in a way that is not appropriate or sensitive to their surroundings. In response to this concern, on April 24th, 2013, Ottawa City Council passed an Interim Control By-law. This By-law prevents any new permit applications for such conversions in Sandy Hill and the Glebe while a zoning study is being completed.
Recommendations: The Planning and Growth Management Department plans to take the public comments received at the September 16th meeting into account as they develop their recommendations for Council . In November or December they will formally circulate their recommended zoning changes and a final report is expected to go to the City Planning Committee on March 25th, 2014.
You can find a summary of comments received at the September 16 meeting at www.ottawa.ca/conversions.