Attachment 7 - PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY CHECKLIST 298 Island Highway

July 13, 2021Pages 189–1963 sections

A self-assessment of the project's economic, environmental, and social sustainability features.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA (motion to approve)

15 new trees to be plantedUnit prices between $275,000 and $525,000

PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY CHECKLIST

All new developments in View Royal should be designed to be sustainable. This checklist will be used by Staff and Council as part of your application. If you require further space feel free to attach additional information. If something does not apply simply indicate N/A (Not Applicable).

Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
1. Economic Sustainability
1.1 Comment on direct employment opportunities created by this project during construction:
a. Number and duration of jobs (full time, part time):	Y		a. Full-time and part-time: TBD
b. Types of jobs (e.g.- construction, design): design, consulting, marketing, construction, etc.	Y		b. Full- time and part-time: TBD
1.2 Will the project provide permanent employment after the project is completed?	Y		Describe: The commercial portion of the project will provide permanent employment.
1.3 Are there any other components of economic sustainability (e.g. suitability of units for live/work opportunities, secondary housing units) advanced by this proposal?	Y		List: The project envisioned amenity shared office for the residents.
2. Environmental Sustainability – Built Environment
2.1 Walking distance to current and future transport-hubs as marked in the OCP:	Y		List:
Distance to bus stop (in kilometres): 0.1 km to bus stop
or... any trails, greenways, cycling routes (in kilometres):
2.2 Is the proposed development located within the Town's Urban Containment Boundary (check with View Royal Planning Dept.)?		N	Describe where:
2.3 Does the project provide additional support for alternative transportation use? Check all that apply:
[ ] Was a variance granted to provide less parking than required? No
[x] Is there on-site bicycle storage? Yes
[x] Are there change rooms? Yes
[ ] Is there designated parking for car-share spaces, high-occupancy vehicles (e.g., carpool, vanpool)? No
[x] Are there means for alternate transport/ power supplies? Describe: There will be charging stations for electrical vehicles.
[ ] If other, describe?

Page 2 of the Project Sustainability Checklist continuing Environmental Sustainability

Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
2.4 Does the development meet or exceed the Town of View Royal Municipal Guidelines for the retention and cleaning of storm-water?	Y		Describe: The project will provide a rain barrel, to reduce the amount water required for irrigating garden plots.
2.5 Have you considered floodplain mitigation or ocean tidal-storm surges? How would this be managed?		N/A	Explain:
2.6 Will site remediation be part of the development process?	Y		Explain: Remediation process is undergoing.
2.7 Mitigation of light pollution (e.g., spill lighting, offsite glare and up lighting avoided)	Y		Describe: Lighting fixtures that shield the light source to minimize glare and light trespass will be used on this project.
2.8 Will the project provide enhanced waste-diversion facilities such as: on-site recycling or on-site composting?	Y		List and Describe: The project will provide one-site recycling for the residential and commercial portion of it.
3. Environmental Sustainability
3.1 Comment on the inclusion of the following water efficiency techniques:
a. Water-efficient-landscaping such as: drought-resistant /native plantings; the use of non-potable, or reclaimed water for irrigation; the use of high efficiency irrigation; the use of rainwater cisterns for irrigation and Xeriscapes?	Y		a. List and describe: The project will be landscaped with primarily native, native-like and drought resistant plants and will coordinate with mechanical teams during next phases to include low-flow and efficient irrigation systems for all landscaping.
b. Onsite grey-waste-water treatments?		N	b. List and describe: The project is exploring a state-of-the-art greywater heat recovery system that will help heat and cool the building.
c. Indoor water-use-reduction measures (e.g. low consumption fixtures/appliances) that exceed bylaw requirements?	Y		c. List and describe: The project will explore with mechanical teams during next phases the feasibility of wastewater reuse on this site.

Page 3 of the Project Sustainability Checklist focusing on energy use, materials, and indoor quality

Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
3.2 Comment on the inclusion of any of the following methods to reduce energy use and improve air quality:
a. The Energy efficiency ratings of proposed structures and materials used such as: locating buildings to respond to daily sun/shade patterns; high-performance envelopes; passive solar gain; solar shading; natural ventilation; ground heating/cooling; high- efficiency fixtures; consideration of heat-island effects including landscaping, green roofs/walls etc.	Y		The projects building envelope will focus on the reduction of thermal bridging and passive heat retention, including the installation of thermally broken windows, with proper insulation levels being one of the primary strategies.
b. The use of renewable-energy alternatives (e.g. geothermal, solar, off-grid power or water supplies, BC Hydro Green Power).		N	The project is exploring a state-of-the-art greywater heat recovery system that will help heat and cool the building, in conjunction with the passive design strategies currently incorporated. The feasibility of the system will be implemented and further explored in the next stage with mechanical and energy modeling consultants.
3.3 Comment on the following methods for sustainable-use (and reuse) of building materials and resources:
a. The management of construction wastes (e.g. reuse of existing buildings or building materials during construction and/or demolition, having remade or recycled content):		N
b. The use of environmentally-sensitive or recycled construction materials (e.g. high-volume, fly-ash concrete, non-toxic finishing materials3):	Y		The project will include recycled and recyclable materials to the greatest extent possible.
c. The enhanced durability of construction materials (e.g. wall systems, roof materials):	Y		The project will include enhanced durable materials to the greatest extent possible.
d. Is LEEDS, Built Green or other green standards certification being pursued for this project?
3.4 Comment on the inclusion of any strategies to improve indoor environmental quality:
a. Improved air quality through low-emitting materials (e.g. paint, carpets) and natural ventilation with windows that open.	Y		The project will include low-emitting materials and natural ventilation.
b. Design attempts to maximize exposure to natural light and passive solar heating/ light (i.e. through building orientation).	Y		The design and the orientation of building maximize the exposure to natural light and minimizing the projection of the shadows to the neighboring buildings.

Page 4 of the Project Sustainability Checklist focusing on street layout, connections, and proximity to amenities

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Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
3.5 Does the street/boulevard layout and design encourage walking and cycling, while also providing for personal and commercial vehicle use?	Y		The large open spaces to the south and west of the building will be a fully landscaped plaza, designed to incorporate planted areas with seating areas, bringing humans and nature closer together. The landscaping and LED lighting will help create separation between the plaza and Island Highway, while still maintaining visual access to the commercial spaces from the street.
3.6 If new streets or lanes are constructed as part of the development, how are they designed to reduce storm-water runoff?		N/A	The project doesn't includes the construction of new streets or lines as part of the development.
3.7 If the property is adjacent to existing parking space, open space, paths or trails, is there a visual and pedestrian connection provided? Is it signed and accessible?	Y		The project provides clear visual pedestrian connection and full accessibility.
3.9 Is the proposed development within a ten-minute walk (approximately 800 metres) from:			Comments:
[x] neighbourhood store or other shopping opportunities	Y		The Salvation Army Thrift Store
[x] schools	Y		View Royal Elementary
[x] community services (e.g., library, community centre)	Y		View Royal Reading Centre
[x] child care facility	Y		View Royal Preschool
[x] health services (e.g., hospital, doctor's office)	Y		View Royal Square
[x] parks or trails	Y		View Royal Park
[x] bus stop	Y
[x] other alternative transport (park-and-ride, car pool)	Y
[x] other amenities	Y		Stewart Beach
4. Natural Environment
4.1 Is the proposed development in an environment-development permit area?		N	Describe:
4.2 Was an environmental assessment of the property completed prior to the commencement of design work?		N	When and by whom?

Page 5 of the Project Sustainability Checklist focusing on environmental features and price range

Key Elements	No	Description/Explanation
4.3 a) Are any of the following environmental features present on the property?		Describe:
[ ] Significant native and protected trees
[ ] Natural grassland areas	N
[ ] Riparian areas: estuaries, wetlands, tidal-creeks
[ ] Is it adjacent to Esquimalt Harbour or Portage Inlet
[ ] Wildlife (red or blue, listed species)
[ ] Wildlife habitat
[ ] Wildlife corridors
b) Has the preservation and/or enhancement of any the areas listed above been incorporated in the proposed project?	N	Explain how:
4.4 Provision of natural green space and trees on site (includes retention of existing trees).
a) Amount of green space (area in m² and ft²): 270 m2 (2,906 SF)
b) Amount of usable, open space (area in m² and ft²): 0 m2 (0 SF)
c) Number and percentage of existing trees to be retained on site: 0
d) Number of trees removed: 4
e) Number of trees to be planted: 15
f) Names of native species being planted: see landscape drawings planting legend
4.5 Are there any significant existing environmental features that are to be maintained or enhanced on the site (e.g., tree and/or shrub preservation, or daylighting of a stream)?	N	List and describe:
5. Social Sustainability
5.1 Anticipated price range of units (note the price ranges for both commercial and residential units, if applicable)
Anticipated price range of residential units will be between 275,000.00 and 525,000.00.
The commercial portion will be leased, price to be determined.
Average price per square foot of cost and expected sale: 425.00 // 500.00

Page 6 of the Project Sustainability Checklist focusing on housing types, CPTED, accessibility, and noise mitigation

Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
5.2 Does the proposed development include non-market housing units (affordable housing)?		N	a) Number of units:
			b) As a percentage of total units:
			c) Ownership: rental, co-op, freehold
			d) Target population mix: seniors/ family/singles?
5.3 Does the project include rental housing units of specific size?		N	Number of units:
			Average rent for a one-bedroom unit $____/month
			Average rent for a two-bedroom unit $____/month
5.4 Does the project design incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles?	Y		List and describe: The project will strictly adhere to the Crime Prevention design guidelines, to reduce any opportunity for crime.
5.5 Does the project incorporate features to enhance adaptability and accessibility within and outside of the proposed housing units for people with disabilities (e.g. wider door openings, reinforced walls in bathrooms for future installation of grab bars, ground-oriented entrances)?	Y		List and describe: The project provides adaptable units within and outside of the proposed residential and commercial units for people with disabilities.
5.6 Actions proposed (indoor and outdoor) to mitigate noise from external sources such as traffic, railways, industry, commercial uses, patrons, etc.	Y		Describe: The projects building envelope will focus on the reduction of nose with high efficient acoustical properties.
5.7 Does the project enhance local identity and character (e.g. through architectural style, landscaping, colours)?	Y		Describe: This project is designed to set an outstanding precedent for future development along this corridor.
5.8 Describe the existing neighbourhood character (e.g. historic, single family, mixed use, etc.) and how the proposed development will enhance the adjacent neighbourhood.
The existing neighbourhood is consistent of single and multi-family residential building and low-rise commercial building. A commercial portion envisions a small boutique grocery retailer to this site that will provide all the active street-scape opportunities that are envisaged for this important site with outdoor seating and the like. The residential portion of the project consists of a very wide variety of units ranging from one-bedroom units for first time purchasers and investors for rental to 3-bedroom family units. This wide variety is intended to appeal to all socio-economic demographics as much as possible including renters, first time purchaser's, young families, empty-nesters, seniors and the disabled.

Page 7 of the Project Sustainability Checklist focusing on community amenities, streetscape, and stakeholder involvement

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Key Elements	Yes	No	Description/Explanation
5.9 Does the project contain a mix of uses (e.g. residential, commercial) and/or introduce a new community-serving land use type to the neighbourhood (e.g. new housing-form, commercial service)?	Y		Describe:
5.10 Does the project contribute to heritage revitalization through the reuse, relocation or rehabilitation of an existing structure or feature?		N	Describe:
5.11 Does the project involve provincial designation of a heritage building/features/trees?		N	Describe:
5.12 Are there any public amenities provided by, and maintained, with the development (check all that apply):
[ ] Public art
[ ] Child care facility
[ ] Walking/bike trails
[ ] Public Washrooms
[ ] Drinking Fountains
[x] Other, Describe: Landscaped open public plaza with outdoor public seating.
5.13 How does the development create or enhance local food production and food securing?		N/A	Describe:
5.14 Does the development incorporate space for public gathering and activities (e.g. courtyards, communal gardens, play areas, benches, shaded areas)?	Y		Describe: Landscaped open public plaza with outdoor public seating.
5.15 How does the proposed development enhance the streetscape? Describe: A boutique grocery retailer will provide all the active streetscape opportunities and will include outdoor colourful fruit and vegetable displays, overhead doors allowing the transition between the store and sidewalk/plaza to become seamles.
5.16 How have residents and community stakeholders been involved in the planning and design process? Describe in detail: The project concept was presented in front of View Royal Council members and to the local community. We tried to incorporate and accommodate to all of the comments into the design on of this project.
5.17 Is there something unique or innovative about your project that has not been addressed in this checklist (e.g., creation of a new zone, other descriptors)?	Y		Describe: The realization of the project needs an Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning.
5.18 Do any of the Town of View Royal policies or regulations currently prevent you from implementing sustainable initiatives?	Y		Describe: The realization of the project needs an Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning.

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Extracted from: 2021 07 13 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf