Application Review: Natural Watercourse and Shoreline Areas Development Permit Area


Application Number:	3060-20-2021/01
Address and Legal Description	2818 Shoreline Drive
Reviewer: Jeff Chow, Senior Planner	Date: August 5, 2025
Plans

Guideline	Proposal
i. Development in freshwater riparian areas – e.g. adjacent to streams, lakes, wetlands and other freshwater watercourses – must comply with the requirements of the Riparian Area Regulations.	n/a
ii. Development of riparian and shoreline areas should be limited and not negatively impact the ecological health of the immediate area or impede public access.	93.3% of the SDPA will be planted with native species (converted from lawn and ornamental plantings), only development proposed is elevated walkway and gravel paths to access the SDPA and shoreline (6.7%). No change to public access.
iii. Retention of existing healthy riparian and shoreline vegetation should be maximized with any paths, structures or other constructed areas sited to minimize impact on trees and sensitive areas.	93.3% of the SDPA will be planted with native species (converted from lawn and ornamental plantings), only development proposed is elevated walkway and gravel paths to access the SDPA and shoreline (6.7%).
iv. Restoration of riparian and shoreline vegetation and habitat, including removal of invasive species, is encouraged for all properties within this Development Permit Area. Development should result in a net increase in native vegetation in almost all circumstances including trees, shrubs and grasses.	93.3% of the SDPA will be planted with native species (converted from lawn and ornamental plantings).