Project Summary N-067: Placemaking urban design plan
Initiative to identify urban design standards for public spaces to develop a strong visual identity.
Project Summary
Priority: Strategic
Public Engagement: Consult
Project Name: Placemaking urban design plan
Project Number: 1-2-05100-615 CC510-25
Submitted by: Director Leanne Taylor, Development Services
Executive Summary
This project follows up on the Streets and Traffic Bylaw, the Active Transportation Network Plan and the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw to identify urban design standards and a design vocabulary for the public realm (Streets and Parks) in View Royal. These design standards will assist the Town in placemaking and the development of a strong visual identity in neighbourhoods and the Town as a whole. Strategic investment by the Town helps support economic development objectives and continues to build View Royal’s brand and identity as ‘The Best Place to Call Home’.
Business problem and opportunity
At present, decisions around public realm (streets and parks) furnishings are done on an ad hoc basis. Development of consistent standards and a catalogue of appropriate design treatments and street or public realm furnishings helps build a unique and cohesive visual identity and feeling for the Town. It is anticipated that there may be different designs for individual neighbourhoods.
Proposed project objectives
This project focuses on creating and implementing a consistent design vocabulary for the public realm in View Royal. The objective is long term—in twenty years anyone passing through View Royal will know that they are in a unique community.
Business risks
If this project does not proceed, the current ad hoc process will continue. The project is about the Town making consistent and strategic investment in the public realm and maximizing resources.
Proposed sources of funding
Casino revenue 1-1-00557-866
Costs and benefits
| Costs | FY1 | FY2 | FY3 | FY4 | FY5 | 5-year Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Operational | 0 | 0 | 25,000 | 25,000 | 0 | 50,000 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 25,000 | 25,000 | 0 | 50,000 |
| Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Tangible | Consistent visual identity in public realm |
| Intangible | A stronger sense of place |
Recommendation
THAT the Committee recommend the 2026-2030 Financial Plan include Placemaking urban design plan in 2028-2029 to be funded by Casino revenue.