The document outlines the process and outcomes of creating a neighbourhood plan for an area in Nutana, Saskatchewan. It discusses workshops that were held to get input on parking and traffic, atmosphere and character retention, and land use and built form. For each topic, it summarizes the key discussion points and directions that emerged, such as identifying heritage resources, enhancing public spaces, and ensuring new developments are human-scaled and transition appropriately to adjacent residential areas. The implementation section discusses addressing issues like bars and clubs through existing bylaws, as well as potential tools to incentivize preferred development.

1. creating our neighbourhood plan

2. Presentation Outline Introduction & Study Process Workshop Outcomes Parking & Traffic Atmosphere & Character Retention Land Use & Built Form Implementation

3. Introduction & Study Process

4. Who is Involved Steering Committee Members Jason Aebig, Chair Andrew Wallace, NCA Tanya Ringdal, BBID Bruce Cory, BBID Carl Miller, Commercial Land Owners and or Business Owners Harriett Richards, NCA & BILD Mark Bobyn, NCA Tom Der, Civic Administration Lesley Arsenault, Civic Administration Kevin Sturgeon, NCA Moarg McKercher, NCA Nadya Veerman, NCA Janet Crouch, Commercial Land Owners and or Business Owners INTRODUCTION

5. Study Background In 2001, a Local Area Plan for the Nutana Community was prepared; Recently there have been shifts in the economic, physical and social conditions of Broadway Avenue and the Nutana Community; Shift in context has resulted in some recommendations not being fully implemented, and new issues have emerged that were not previously anticipated; The Planning Partnership was retained in the Spring of 2008 to prepare a new Development Plan for the area; INTRODUCTION

6. Study Objectives Land Use: land uses, height, built form, transition Character Retention: characteristics to be enhanced and reinforced through new development Traffic and Parking: • methods to control traffic, parking supply and control INTRODUCTION

7. Study Process

9. INTRODUCTION

10. Workshop Outcomes Parking & Traffic Atmosphere & Character Retention Land Use & Built Form Implementation

11. Workshop Outcomes: Parking & Traffic 1

12. Observations Fine-grained grid pattern of streets Well served by transit (5min walk) Rear-lane orientation suggest early intentions for land uses Traffic calming may benefit from greater signed/signalized intersections No traffic operations problem Circulation

13. Key Directions Increase the timing for pedestrian crossing on green lights Have count down pedestrian crossings Traffic stops on side streets at intersections Cross walks near schools Bump outs on cross streets near schools Pedestrian mews in rear lanes Circulation

14. Observations No parking supply problem Enough supply - about 1500 parking spaces Residents and tenants park on streets – lanes are under used Free on street parking meets the needs for the Collegiate, University, downtown workers, employees from Broadway – Nutana is providing a public benefit demand is spread across different times of day Parking

15. Key Direction Niceness factor: you are letting the broader community park in your neighbourhood for free are the business owners/institutions willing to share the parking supply with each other in Nutana Control parking Stripe on street parking Public awareness of parking in lane Signage No drastic measures are necessary Parking

20. Workshop Outcomes: Atmosphere & Character Retention 2

21. Land Use Character Atmosphere & Character Retention How the Broadway Area functions and is used

22. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention Direction for scale and intensity of change Direction for land uses & built form Direction for public realm improvements & investments Direction for design guidelines

23. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention Heritage Core Mixed-uses Retail at-grade with offices or residential above Greatest heritage sensitivity Entertainment & night life Area to direct growth with heritage sensitivity

24. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention South Core Mixed uses Retail at-grade with offices or residential above Significant infill & revitalization opportunities Area to direct growth

25. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention Gateway & Shoulder Areas Transitional mixed-use areas Potential residential emphasis Potential focus on services and retail that serves the Nutana community Areas to direct growth compatible with residential neighbourhoods

26. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention Urban Residential Areas Broad variety of residential types & densities Significant heritage resources Home-based businesses & offices Managed change in compatible residential ‘forms’

27. Character Areas Atmosphere & Character Retention Stable Residential Areas Mostly house form residential Significant heritage resources Minimal change in compatible residential ‘forms’

28. Heritage & Neighbourhood Protection Atmosphere & Character Retention Identify and register all significant heritage resources Enhance protection policies Incentives for protection & restoration Consider Heritage District for residential areas Design Guidelines/Architectural controls for residential infill

29. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention String of new & enhanced ‘plazas’ for gathering & events

30. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention String of new & enhanced ‘plazas’ for gathering & events

31. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention String of new & enhanced ‘plazas’ for gathering & events

32. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention String of new & enhanced ‘plazas’ for gathering & events

33. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention The Off-Broadway Mews

34. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention The Off-Broadway Mews

35. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention The Off-Broadway Mews

36. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention A potential permanent location for terraced community gardens

37. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Protected and enhanced boulevard streets

38. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks

39. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention New Public Art Sites

40. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Continuous active storefronts High quality human-scaled street wall – 3 story max, high-grade materials, high quality design No front or side yard parking No automotive-related uses

41. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Retrofitting existing buildings Broadway Tower Nutana Tower Oskayak School

42. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Oskayak School

43. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Oskayak School

44. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Oskayak School

45. Enhancing & Reinforcing the Broadway Experience Atmosphere & Character Retention Oskayak School

46. Workshop Outcomes: Land Use & Built Form 3

47. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Variety & Visual Interest At-grade uses/street access units Max. 7.5m storefront in Heritage Core Narrow storefront articulation elsewhere Generous grade-level heights 0.5-1.0m build-within zones at corners to encourage sidewalk cafes

48. Land Use & Built Form

49. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Human-Scaled at the Sidewalk Min. 2 Storey & Max. 3 Storey Street Walls Min. 3 m stepback for taller elements

50. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Sky View Heights proportional to street width

51. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Shadow & Wind

52. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Shadow & Wind

53. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Building Expression Base, Middle and Top Top Middle Base

54. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Building Expression Articulated Corners

55. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Transition

56. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Transition 45 degree angular plane to adjacent low-rise residential

57. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Transition Residential character when fronting or adjacent to low-rise residential

58. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Amenity Roof gardens

59. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Parking Concealed and compatible Rear yard Below-grade ‘ Sleeved’ structures

60. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Parking Concealed and compatible Rear yard Below-grade ‘ Sleeved’ structures

61. Built Form Principles Land Use & Built Form Parking Concealed and compatible Rear yard Below-grade ‘ Sleeved’ structures

62. Development Envelopes Land Use & Built Form Existing Zoning 76m height restriction Up to 10 to 1 floor space ratio Minimal massing/bulk requirements

63. Development Envelopes Land Use & Built Form Preferred Envelopes 9-11 storeys Up to 5 to 1 floor space ratio Massing/bulk requirements to be consistent with built form principles

64. Demonstration Concept Land Use & Built Form Demonstration of principles and ideas Long-term potential Illustrates infill and public space improvements

65. Workshop Outcomes: Implementation 4

66. Clubs & Bars The issue focuses on the image of the area, noise and incivilities The City has implemented many tools that are in use to deal with these issues across Canada, including: Nuisance By-law Enforcement Task Force Enhanced Police Presence

67. Existing Zoning By-law Permissions Cannot legally take away as-of-right zoning permissions Need tools to entice land owners to support a more appropriate development program Enticement tools will need to concentrate on three themes: Create the environment that supports positive change Reduce the risks of the approval process Reduce the costs of appropriate development A combination of tools will be required to create “compensation” for reduced development permissions

68. Tonight’s Table Group Discussion Land Use & Built Form What do you love most about the plan Would you add or improve anything

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72. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks Existing Condition

73. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Mews’ Option

74. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Mews’ Option

75. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Promenade’ Option

76. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Promenade’ Option

77. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Green Common’ Option

78. Expanded & Enhanced Public Spaces Atmosphere & Character Retention Potential expanded boulevards or linear parks ‘ Green Common’ Option

79. DESIGN PRINCIPLES Beautiful streets street lined, wide sidewalks, pedestrian amenities Well designed buildings create an urban room, articulated facades Compatible intensification transition to residential neighbourhoods, compatible with heritage buildings Diversity of parks and urban squares parkettes, squares, boulevards, parks Diversity of uses choice of housing, ground floor retail, mix of shops and services, special buildings (theatre, seniors centre, school, churches)

88. Public Realm

90. Observations Not a large number of heritage significant structures remain along Broadway Key intersections have historic significance Heritage

91. Key Directions Heritage

92. Observations Limited available vacant sites A number of incompatible building forms that ought to be redeveloped Permissions exceed existing development within the most of the B5 zone Soft Sites

93. Observations Proximity to River Valley Schools provide for open space Boulevards are an important ‘green’ amenity 5 Corners and Sidewalk Bump-outs serve as key gather spaces Neighbourhood with the highest deficiency of park space Parks & Open Spaces

95. Key Directions Create urban squares at the gateways Widen boulevards to create usable public space Enhance the green space in front of the schools Parks & Open Spaces

96. Traffic and Parking

97. Key Directions • Restrict number/size of bars per block • Liaison committee: owners, residents, BBID, City • Owners responsible for late night clean up • Enhanced policing • Clubs

99. Next Steps

100. INTRODUCTION Study Process

102. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective ‘ Main Street’ & Mixed Uses Housing & Tenure Variety Walkable Streets & Blocks Abundance of Amenities Access to Transit

103. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Natural Setting & Views Beautiful Streets Rich History & Heritage Resources Location & Proximity Sense of Community Appeal & Room to Grow

104. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective High Quality Public Realm Crosswalks Landscaping Feature Paving Signage Furnishing Lighting Public Art

105. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective About linking areas, orientation, safety & civic pride Landmarks Gateways Mid-block connections CPTED principles Wayfinding Bike Parking

106. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Between Broadway & Adjacent Residential Areas The Broadway Commercial ‘Shoulder’ The South End of Broadway

107. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Scale of Street can be overwhelming – 30m (100ft) Especially in winter and where less landscaping exists Proportional ‘Street Wall’ can help

108. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Scale of Street can be overwhelming – 30m (100ft) Especially in winter and where less landscaping exists Proportional ‘Street Wall’ can help

109. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Front Yard Parking Under-Scaled Buildings Gaps and Blank Walls Non-Retail At-Grade Inconsistent Setbacks Visible Untreated Parking Areas

110. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective About Longevity, Siting, Massing, Material Quality & Architectural Detail Not About Style Public & Large Scaled Buildings Have the Greatest Civic Obligations

111. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective Buffer for Pedestrians Traffic-Calming Natural Surveillance Commercial Viability

112. 10 Key Observations from a Fresh Eyes Perspective ‘ Main Streets’ Historically Built on Density & Struggle When Populations Decline Critical Mass of People & Activity Essential for Health & Success Diversity & Affordability Vibrancy & Safety Hallmark of Sustainable Neighbourhoods

113. Residential Emphasis Areas Mixed Use Areas Victoria Corridor Main Street Corridor 8 th Street Corridor Shoulder Area Shoulder Area Heritage Core South Core South Gateway