9200 Blackfoot Trail SE.
Hi there!
We’re submitting an application for an Outline Plan and Land Use Redesignation and we’d love your feedback.
WHAT'S AN OUTLINE PLAN?
An Outline Plan is the process of proposing subdivision plans that show:
- block patterns
- hierarchy of roadways
- distribution of open space in a new area
They are usually processed together with land use amendments to ensure a workable distribution of land uses, open space, and road networks. The Outline Plan does not show individual lots and dimensions.
An Outline Plan is not a statutory plan. It is a type of plan established by the City to bridge the process between high level policy documents (ex. area structure plans) and the planning applications that follow (ex. subdivision, land use designation and development permit).
PROJECT LOCATION
The site is located along Blackfoot Trail SE. It is bordered by a business park to the north, an escarpment to the east and south, Blackfoot Trail SE to the west and low-density residential development further to the west. The site is also in close proximity to Sue Higgins Off-Leash Dog Park and commercial areas to the north.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
The project is envisioned to facilitate multi-residential development of up to 4 storeys high or a maximum of 16.0 metres. It is anticipated that approximately 581 units offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units will be constructed.
The Outline Plan and Land Use Redesignation application was recently submitted along with a Development Permit application for stripping and grading. Another Development Permit application for the future Multi-Residential development is forthcoming.
Development will be set back from the escarpment and facilitate the designation of new public open space and walkable asphalt pathway along the ridge and connect to Sue Higgins Park
On September 19, 2023, Calgary City Council approved the Heritage Communities Local Area Plan (LAP). The LAP identifies this site as “Neighborhood Flex,” which accommodates Mid-Scale buildings, and allows developments of up to 12 storeys. The proposed development is in alignment with the LAP. The LAP also encourages pedestrian friendly design which will be accommodated via sidewalk connections adjacent to and within the parcel. The proposed development for this site includes apartments of up to 4 storeys, thus aligning to the LAP.
PROJECT STATISTICS
This project is envisioned to accommodate:
- 581 residential units across seven 4-storey apartment buildings
- Vehicle and bike parking
- Increased walkability and connectivity to the regional pathway system and Sue Higgins Off-Leash Park through the identification of an asphalt pathway east of the future development
MUNICIPAL LINKS AND RESOURCES
The City of Calgary has an established process for the review of Outline Plans and Land Use Redesignations. You can see their full process here.
You can see how the applications are progressing through the planning process by viewing the applications on The City of Calgary’s Dmap portal here. You can search for the project using the map or by address.
Process for an Outline Plan and Land Use Redesignation
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
The QuantumPlace team met with a representative of the Acadia Community Association on June 6, 2023 onsite. At this time, the team introduced the project and answered questions regarding the application.
A virtual open house took place on October 5, 2023. About 22 attendees were present. During this time, the team fielded questions from the public and provided responses. Following the virtual open house, the team produced a “What We Heard” report consolidating public feedback and the team’s responses were compiled. You can view these questions and comments on how QuantumPlace responded at the link here.
QuantumPlace will continue to maintain outreach with the Community Association as these applications progress.
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FOR YOUR FEEDBACK
If you have any questions, concerns or comments please contact our project team.
