Wasagaming Community Plan Amended 2011
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Wasagaming Community Plan Amended 2011 A Framework for Managing Land-Use and Development in Wasagaming, Manitoba Riding Mountain National Park 2 Wasagaming Community Plan Acknowledgements • Community members participated on one or more of the five Working Groups; the Commercial Area The preparation of this Plan involved many people Working Group, Cottage Area Working Group, How to Use the Plan who spent a considerable amount of their time Cabin Area Working Group, Recreation Study reviewing and discussing many challenging issues. Group and the Cultural Heritage Study Group. Riding Mountain National Park staff in the These individuals devoted many hours of their Their input has resulted in a valuable product that operation of Wasagaming and those wishing to Chapter Four presents the long term land use personal time to help ensure the needs of their as- will guide the management and development of develop or renovate within the boundaries of vision, goals and objectives for Wasagaming sociation or group were addressed. Although they Wasagaming. A special note of thanks is extended to the Wasagaming community. which are the basis of all other strategies and are not named individually, their input is no less those who volunteered so many hours of their time. guidelines set out in the following chapters. acknowledged and appreciated. The following deserve special mention: Individuals interested in developing within Chapter Five illustrates strategies for achieving Wasagaming should be aware of the general in- the vision by guiding land use and develop- • Over 500 community residents and members of the • The Community Plan Steering Committee spent tent of the Plan - its vision, goals and objectives. ment, protecting cultural and natural heritage, general public spent time completing the Commu- many hours providing input and advice, discussing They should then refer to the more detailed and addresses several planning issues in Wasag- nity Plan Questionnaire and attended the Commu- and communicating issues to community members, development limits, guidelines and overall aming. participating in workshops and open houses and nity Plan Open House. Thank you for your input. planning strategies. The conceptual plans, ren- reviewing drafts of the document. At times, they derings and diagrams in this document reflect Chapter Six explains how consultation with the • The Riding Mountain Round Table members were put in difficult situations, asked to make ma- the appropriate goals, characteristics, look and community will continue in the future and how participated, at times, throughout the process, jor adjustments to the process and the Plan feel that the Park and the community are trying the plan will be updated and reviewed. Chapter including detailed input on the Community Plan as it evolved, as well as work with tight deadlines. to achieve. Seven includes the Environmental Assessment Questionnaire. Along with the Steering Committee, Parks Canada is fortunate to have such dedicated Summary. The complete environmental assess- the Round Table participated in the review of final people representing the community of The Document ment of the Plan is a separate document. Wasagaming. drafts during some tight deadlines at the height of the summer season. Chapter One provides an introduction to Wasagaming and the Wasagaming Commu- Annex 1 contains the Application, Review and Develop- Thanks to: nity Plan. It describes the history and location ment Guidelines for the community. It explains the Georgina Boux Park staff contributed much to this document. of Wasagaming, the purpose of the commu- steps to take when proposing a development, the Don Hawking Tricia Brennan, Community Planner, and Sharon nity and the process upon which the Plan was architectural and appearance guidelines for these Diane Spalding Vanderschuit, Land Use Officer, deserve developed. Chapter Two depicts the current developments and any specific design parameters. Lynne Tovell special mention. situation of Wasagaming in terms of its natural, Wayne Woodman built and community character. Chapter Three identifies the relationship of the community plan with other Parks Canada documents and policies. 2 Wasagaming Community Plan Table of Contents Chapter Five: Strategies for Achieving the Vision Concept Overview 22 Chapter One: Introduction Park Zoning and Community Boundary 22 Background 4 Land Use Zoning 23 Geographic Location 4 Limits to Development 24 History of Development 4 Managing Growth; Commercial Development; Cottage Development; The 1930s and 1940s; The 1950s and 1960s; Cabin Development The 1970s and 1980s; The 1990s Appropriate Development 26 Purpose of the Community Plan 6 Infrastructure 26 Scope of the Community Plan 6 Storm Water; Wastewater & Water System; Fire Protection & Emergency The Planning Process 6 Access in the Cabin Area Public Consultation; Steering Committee & Working Groups Area Concepts 26 Entrance to Wasagaming; Public Parking Areas; Parking in the Clear Lake Cabin Chapter Two: Current Situation Area; The Large Parking Lot; Boat Cove Launch Area; Wasagaming Trail Network; The Ecosystem 7 Buffalo Drive - The Central Community Node; Wasagaming Campground and Physical Environment; Climate; Vegetation; Clear Lake Watershed Day Use Areas Community Character 8 Heritage Tourism 28 The Setting; Entering Wasagaming; Views and Vistas; Streetscapes Cultural Resources and Built Heritage 28 Architectural Heritage 10 Ecosystem Conservation 29 Architectural Style; Cultural Resources; The Main Pier No Net Negative Environmental Impact Framework; Ecological Integrity; Socio-Economic Situation 11 Environmental Stewardship The Role of Wasagaming; The Population; Trends Infrastructure 12 Chapter Six: Implementation Recreation Facilities; The Road Network; Vehicular Parking; Trail Network; Introduction 30 Storm Water Drainage; Surface Run-Off; Water and Sanitary Sewer Lines; Advice and Consultation 30 Partnering to Improve Utilities Plan Update and Review 30 Density and Development 15 1988 Land Use Classifications; Current Level of Site Development; Chapter Seven: Environmental Assessment Summary 31 Development in the Surrounding Area Annex 1 Chapter Three: Management Plan and Policy Direction Application, Review and Development Guidelines 33 Protecting Ecological Integrity 17 Non-Conforming Structure and Use 34 Protecting Cultural Resources 17 Extended Use 34 Importance of Visitors 17 Architectural and Appearance Guidelines 34 Role of Wasagaming 17 Design Parameters for Development 35 Ministerial Direction 17 Commercial Development; Cottage Development; Cabin Development; General Aesthetics Chapter Four: The Vision The Vision for Land Use 18 Glossary of Terms 39 Guiding Principles - Goals and Objectives 18 Cultural Resources Protection; Heritage Tourism; Ecological Integrity; Sustainable Development and Environmental Stewardship; Recreation; Built Character and Scale; Commercial Area; Clear Lake Cottage Area; Clear Lake Cabin Area Wasagaming Community Plan 3 Background Campground and Highway #10, and the commercial vision is re-surveyed and expanded to 300 zone to the south. It encompasses approximately 179 residential, camping and business sites and Situated on the south central border of Riding hectares (463.6 acres) representing less than one provisions made for outdoor recreation facili- Mountain National Park, Wasagaming is in close percent of Riding Mountain National Park. ties and improved infrastructure proximity to the community of Onanole. Regional 1933 Official Opening of the Park 1 1935 Plans are undertaken to expand the commu- INTRODUCTION growth and increased development in Onanole over History of Development - the past few years have provided new challenges for nity over the next four years Significant Dates 1939 Development consists of 23 businesses, 202 Background Wasagaming and the Park. Over the past twenty years, Wasagaming itself has experienced minimal cottages and a 5 acre campground Geographic Location growth and low development pressures due to its 1895 Riding Mountain Forest Reserve is created 1956 Development consists of 263 cottages on the History of Development location and short operating season; whereas other 1903 Inspector of the Forest Reserve advocates the north and south shores, 53 commercial estab- The 1930’s and 1940’s; Park communities experienced high demand for creation of a summer resort lake to encourage lishments and 1 campground 1957 Cottage lots limited to existing number The 1950’s and 1960’s; development and expansion of commercial facilities an active role in protection of land and forest within their boundaries. Regardless of development 1914 Development limited to rough cabins for 1960 Wasagagming campground is constructed The 1970’s and 1980’s; pressures, Wasagaming and the other national park hunters and trappers and to picnic sites for hosting 450 tent and 100 trailer sites The 1990’s communities continue to face the challenge of day users 1962 “First right of refusal” for camping permits envisioning a future in terms of their character and 1916 First survey is undertaken at Clark’s Beach, implemented in the seasonal camping area Purpose of the Community Plan level of development. renamed Wasagaming in 1932 (i.e. same lot could be kept year after year) 1926 Development consists of 65 cottages and 1 1977 Riding Mountain National Park (RMNP) Scope of the Community Plan commercial establishment Master Plan established to identify land Public Consultation; To guide Wasagaming in the challenges it faces, Parks Canada,