Project Sustainability Checklist - Lillian's Gate

July 5, 2016Pages 126–1333 sections

Applicant's response to the Town's sustainability requirements for new developments.

8.1.e) Form and Character Development Permit with Variances No. 2016/02 - 301 Nursery Hill Drive - "Lillian Gate"

Describes bike storage, drought-resistant planting, and waste recycling

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).

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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): Full time & Part time jobs for 2 to 3 years	X		a. Full-time and part-time: both
b. Types of jobs (e.g.- construction, design): Design and Construction Text for jobs duration and types	X		b. Full-time and part-time: both
1.2 Will the project provide permanent employment after the project is completed?		X	Describe:
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?	X		List: Townhouses provide ample space for inclusion of home office, especially the units with a basement level.
2. Environmental Sustainability – Built Environment
2.1 Walking distance to current and future transport-hubs as marked in the OCP:			List:
Distance to bus stop (in kilometres): less than 1km	X		Bus: 53 Local Route on Atkins Rd.
or... any trails, greenways, cycling routes (in kilometres): less than 1km	X		Bus: Regional routes on Sooke Rd. Future Rail: E&N adjacent. Bike: Galloping Goose close by. Text for transport routes
2.2 Is the proposed development located within the Town's Urban Containment Boundary (check with View Royal Planning Dept.)?	X		Describe where: Lakeside Village Area
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
☑ Is there on-site bicycle storage? Yes
☐ Are there change rooms? No
☐ Is there designated parking for car-share spaces, high-occupancy vehicles (e.g., carpool, vanpool)? No
☐ Are there means for alternate transport/ power supplies? No
Describe: ________________________________________________________________
☐ If other, describe? ________________________________________________________
2.4 Does the development meet or exceed the Town of View Royal Municipal Guidelines for the retention and cleaning of storm-water?	X		Describe: See Associated Engineering's Design Memo.
2.5 Have you considered floodplain mitigation or ocean tidal-storm surges? How would this be managed?		X	Explain: Site is not in a flood plain, nor is it near the Ocean.
2.6 Will site remediation be part of the development process?		X	Explain: N/A
2.7 Mitigation of light pollution (e.g., spill lighting , offsite glare and up lighting avoided)	X		Describe: Appropriate fixtures will be specified to avoid light pollution.
2.8 Will the project provide enhanced waste-diversion facilities such as: on-site recycling or on-site composting?	X		List and Describe: Recycling Area provided for residents use.
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?	X		a. List and describe: High efficiency irrigation and drought resistant/native plantings will be used - refer to landscape
b. Onsite grey-waste-water treatments?		X	b. List and describe:
c. Indoor water-use-reduction measures (e.g. low consumption fixtures/appliances) that exceed bylaw requirements?		X	c. List and describe: Low flow fixtures will be used as required by the Building Code.
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.	X		High performance envelope and high efficiency fixtures will be used. Light coloured roofs and green roofs will be employed to reduce the heat island effect. Other measures may be incorporated once full consultant team is on board.
b. The use of renewable-energy alternatives (e.g. geothermal, solar, off-grid power or water supplies, BC Hydro Green Power).		X	Not yet determined.
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):	X		Construction Waste will be monitored and the majority will be recycled.
b. The use of environmentally-sensitive or recycled construction materials (e.g. high-volume, fly-ash concrete, non-toxic finishing materials3):	X		Materials with recycled content will be used wherever possible.
c. The enhanced durability of construction materials (e.g. wall systems, roof materials):	X		Durable materials for longevity and reduced maintenance will be selected wherever possible.
d. Is LEEDS, Built Green or other green standards certification being pursued for this project?		X
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.	X		Low VOC emitting finishes and fixtures will be used throughout. All habitable rooms will have windows which are operable.
b. Design attempts to maximize exposure to natural light and passive solar heating/ light (i.e. through building orientation).	X		Building Orientation is somewhat limited by the site typography but large windows are used throughout to maximize natural light.
3.5 Does the street/boulevard layout and design encourage walking and cycling, while also providing for personal and commercial vehicle use?	X		Driveways have been designed with no steep slopes to allow easy walking and cycling; bike storage is located for easy access to exterior.
3.6 If new streets or lanes are constructed as part of the development, how are they designed to reduce storm-water runoff?	X		See Associated Engineering's Design Memo.
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?	X		Pedestrian trails to the park cross the site over an easement and are clearly visible and accessible.
3.9 Is the proposed development within a ten-minute walk (approximately 800 metres) from:			Comments:
☑ neighbourhood store or other shopping opportunities			Site is within 800m of bus stops, the beginning of the retail area on the Old Island Highway, the Six Mile Pub, Thetis Lake Park and bike trails.
☐ schools
☐ community services (e.g., library, community centre)			Site is within 1500m of Rec Centre, Library, Health & Childcare facilities, and neighbourhood stores.
☐ child care facility
☐ health services (e.g., hospital, doctor's office)
☑ parks or trails			Site is within 2000m of large grocery store and adjacent retail areas, a park and ride facility and an elementary school.
☑ bus stop
☐ other alternative transport (park-and-ride, car pool)
☑ other amenities
4. Natural Environment
4.1 Is the proposed development in an environment-development permit area?		X	Describe:
4.2 Was an environmental assessment of the property completed prior to the commencement of design work?		X	When and by whom?
4.3 Are any of the following environmental features present on the property?			Describe:
☐ Significant native and protected trees
☐ Natural grassland areas			Oak and fir trees around edges of site (site has been previously excavated).
☐ 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?	X		Explain how: Oak and fir trees retained where possible and to south and west of townhouses.
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): 1908 sq.m. (excluding buildings, patios, parking and driveways).
b) Amount of usable, open space (area in m² and ft²): 485 sq.m. communal courtyard area for resident use.
c) Number and percentage of existing trees to be retained on site: Approx 20 trees retained on the site (40%).
d) Number of trees removed: Approx 30 trees removed from the site.
e) Number of trees to be planted: 51 new trees to be planted on the site (23 deciduous and 28 conifer)
f) Names of native species being planted: See plant list attached to Landscape Budget for native plants.
Note: significant parklands were set aside as part of the overall zoning / planning of the Lakeside Village area
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 day-lighting of a stream)?		X	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)			Information not available
Average price per square foot of cost and expected sale:			Info not available // Info not available
5.2 Does the proposed development include non-market housing units (affordable housing)?		X	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?		X	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?	X		List and describe: Natural surveillance, with windows overlooking. Clear and highly visible points of entry and exit. Clearly defined public and private space.
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)?		X	List and describe: Building is accessible for visitors, with parking provided and wide door openings. Units are not specifically designed for seniors or the disabled.
5.6 Actions proposed (indoor and outdoor) to mitigate noise from external sources such as traffic, railways, industry, commercial uses, patrons, etc.		X	Describe: Not required for this site.
5.7 Does the project enhance local identity and character (e.g. through architectural style, landscaping, colours)?	X		Describe: Project is designed to fit with park & treed landscape, with natural colours, local stone & vertical window bands.
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 Lakeside Village Area is made up of both multi-family and single family residential developments, all constructed in the past 10 years. The proposed development will bring new families to the community and will complete the new construction planned for Nursery Hill Drive.
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)?		X	Describe: Project is residential, with a mix of sizes and unit types.
5.10 Does the project contribute to heritage revitalization through the reuse, relocation or rehabilitation of an existing structure or feature?		X	Describe: n/a
5.11 Does the project involve provincial designation of a heritage building/features/trees?		X	Describe: n/a
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			Pathway to park provided on park access easement.
☐ Public Washrooms
☐ Drinking Fountains
☐ Other, Describe: ___________________________________________________________
5.13 How does the development create or enhance local food production and food securing?		X	Describe: n/a
5.14 Does the development incorporate space for public gathering and activities (e.g. courtyards, communal gardens, play areas, benches, shaded areas)?	X		Describe: Courtyard for outdoor gatherings. Multi-Purpose Room for indoor functions.
5.15 How does the proposed development enhance the streetscape? Describe:			The building is the last development on Nursery Hill Drive - the site has a very narrow opening on to the street, with the building located at some distance from the sidewalk, forming a backdrop to the previous developments.
5.16 How have residents and community stakeholders been involved in the planning and design process? Describe in detail:			No involvement with residents yet. Preliminary designs were reviewed with the View Royal Planning Department.
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)?		X	Describe:
5.18 Do any of the Town of View Royal policies or regulations currently prevent you from implementing sustainable initiatives?		X	Describe: