Ontario Planning Policy and Windsor's Official Plan - what they have to say
PPS = Ontario's Provincial Planning Statement, 2014 OP = Windsor's Official Plan
Windsorites want a planning process that is responsive, effective and fiscally responsible. Planning services will be efficiently delivered and carefully targeted to achieve the community vision.
-- Windsor's Official Plan, Section 3.2.4.2
-- Windsor's Official Plan, Section 3.2.4.2
Accessibility
PPS 1.1.1(f) Healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by (f) improving accessibility for persons with disabilities and older persons by identifying, preventing and removing land use barriers which restrict their full participation in society PPS 1.6.7.1 Transportation systems should be provided which are … appropriate to address projected needs PPS 1.6.7.5 Transportation and land use considerations shall be integrated at all stages of the planning process OP 1-5 The numbers within [the20-44] age group are expected to decline by approximately 500 over the next 20 years which represents a decline as a percentage of the total population from 37% to 33% by 2026. This decline is anticipated because of the trend in lower fertility rates. There will be substantial growth in the 65 to 84 age group between the years 2011 and 2026 OP 1-5 … there will be an increase in the older population cohorts. An increase in this age group should result in continued household growth and demand for both “move up” and “move down” housing and housing suitable for seniors OP 4.2.1.5 To encourage a mix of housing types and services to allow people to remain in their neighbourhoods as they age OP 4.2.3.2 To encourage the location of basic goods and services … where people live and work OP 4.2.3.5 To encourage community services at appropriate locations throughout Windsor OP 6.1.6 An integration of institutions within Windsor’s neighbourhoods OP 6.6.1.2 To ensure all institutional uses are strategically located within Windsor to be both accessible and act as neighbourhood focal points OP 6.6.2.5 The following guidelines shall be considered when evaluating the proposed design of a Major Institutional development: (d) pedestrian and cycling access is accommodated in a manner that is distinguishable from the access provided to motorized vehicles and is safe and convenient (e) the development design facilitates access via public transportation OP 7.2.2.21(c) ouncil shall implement land use patterns that promote sustainable travel by locating land uses within reasonable walking or cycling distance OP 7.2.5.2 Council shall require that the design of development proposals and infrastructure undertakings facilitate easy access to public transportation Consultation PPS 1.2.2 Planning authorities are encouraged to coordinate planning matters with Aboriginal communities OP 3.2.4.1 People will be involved in the municipal processes that shape Windsor and its neighbourhoods. Residents will be encouraged to work with municipal staff to identify and resolve city-wide and neighbourhood issues. New ways will be found to build consensus within the community to ensure that Windsor advances toward its desired future OP 3.2.4.2 Windsorites want a planning process that is responsive, effective and fiscally responsible. Planning services will be efficiently delivered and carefully targeted to achieve the community vision OP 4.1.5 Community empowerment in municipal decision making OP 4.2.4.2 To encourage development that fosters the integration of all residents into the community OP 4.2.5.2 To encourage and facilitate public involvement in planning and development initiatives OP 4.2.5.3 To ensure effective public information and communication on planning and development initiatives OP 10.2.1.14 Consultation with First Nations will take place as part of a development application or detailed planning study PPS 1.2.2 Planning authorities are encouraged to coordinate planning matters with Aboriginal communities PPS 4.3 This Provincial Policy Statement shall be implemented in a manner that is consistent with the recognition and affirmation of existing Aboriginal and treaty rights in section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982 |
Environment & wise use of resources
PPS 1.1.1(a) Healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by (a) promoting efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well-being of the Province and municipalities over the long term PPS 1.1.3 It is in the interest of all communities to use land and resources wisely, to promote efficient development patterns, protect resources, promote green spaces, ensure effective use of infrastructure and public service facilities and minimize unnecessary public expenditures PPS 1.1.3.2(a) Land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on (a) densities and a mix of land uses which efficiently use land and resources; are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available, and avoid the need for their unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion PPS 1.1.5.5 Development shall be appropriate to the infrastructure which is planned or available, and avoid the need for the unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion of this infrastructure PPS 1.2.3 Planning authorities should coordinate emergency management and other economic, environmental and social planning considerations to support efficient and resilient communities PPS 1.6.3 Before consideration is given to developing new infrastructure and public service facilities: a) the use of existing infrastructure and public service facilities should be optimized; and b) opportunities for adaptive re-use should be considered, wherever feasible PPS 1.6.4 Infrastructure and public service facilities should be strategically located to support the effective and efficient delivery of emergency management services PPS 1.6.7.4 A land use pattern, density and mix of uses should be promoted that minimize the length and number of vehicle trips and support current and future use of transit and active transportation PPS 2.0 Wise Use and Management of Resources: protecting natural heritage, water, agricultural, mineral and cultural heritage and archaeological resources for their economic, environmental and social benefits PPS 3.1.3 Planning authorities shall consider the potential impacts of climate change that may increase the risk associated with natural hazards OP 1-3 Designation of additional lands for residential and commercial uses will be tied to increased population growth. …Windsor presently has a substantial oversupply of lands available for commercial development OP Vol II 1.23 It is important that these agricultural uses be able to continue and provide economic benefit to the residents and surrounding community until such time as development is needed and appropriate on the basis of population growth and servicing availability OP 3.2.2.2 The City Centre will continue to be the major focus of cultural, social and economic activities. The City Centre is and will remain the heart of Windsor, serving as the visual symbol of the entire community. A diverse mixture of businesses, cultural venues, major government offices and entertainment destinations will strengthen downtown as a major economic centre. The heart of our community will also provide a liveable residential environment for a variety of people and be a welcoming arrival point for visitors OP 3.2.3.1 Windsor will work toward achieving a sustainable transportation system where all modes of transportation can play a more balanced role. The creation of mixed use and employment centres will allow businesses and services to be closer to homes and allow greater opportunities for walking, cycling and transit OP 5.1.1 Council’s environment goals are to achieve: A healthy and sustainable natural environment OP 6.1.2 Council’s environment goals are to achieve: Environmentally sustainable urban development OP 6.6.1.4 To ensure that institutional uses are developed in a manner which are compatible with adjacent land uses Fiscal Responsibility PPS 1.1.1(a) Healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by (a) promoting efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well-being of the Province and municipalities over the long term PPS 1.7.1 Long-term economic prosperity should be supported by:(b) optimizing the long-term availability and use of land, resources, infrastructure, electricity generation facilities and transmission and distribution systems, and public service facilities; (c) maintaining and, where possible, enhancing the vitality and viability of downtowns and main streets; (e) promoting the redevelopment of brownfield sites |