BUILDING on a SOLID FOUNDATION a New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan

BUILDING ON A SOLID FOUNDATION A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan

Parliamentary Precinct, Ottawa 2007 Table of Contents

Executive Summary ...... iii 1. Introduction ...... 1 2. The Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) ...... 3

2.1 Evolution of the LTVP ...... 3

2.2 Components of the Updated LTVP (2007) ...... 4

The Vision and Principles ...... 4

The Demonstration Plan ...... 7

The Implementation Framework ...... 7 3. The Implementation Framework ...... 9

3.1 The Development of the Framework ...... 9

3.2 The Structure of the Implementation Framework ...... 10

3.3 The First Five-Year Program 2007-2012 ...... 11

Major Capital Program ...... 11

Recapitalization Program ...... 13

Planning Program ...... 13

3.4 Funding ...... 13

3.5 Summary Graphics ...... 14 4. A Collaborative Approach ...... 19 5. Moving Forward ...... 21

5.1 Managing Future Programs ...... 21

5.2 Finding the Right Balance ...... 21 APPENDIX A: The LTVP Principles ...... 23 APPENDIX B: The LTVP Demonstration Plan — Changes in the Long Term ...... 29 APPENDIX C: Related Documents ...... 35

Table of Contents i Executive Summary

Updating the LTVP The Implementation low for better accuracy in determining functional requirements and establish- In 2007, Public Works and Government Strategy ing project costs and scheduling. Each Services Canada (PWGSC) updated The Implementation Strategy is com- Five-Year Program is composed of the Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) posed of a broad Strategic Direction three components: for the Parliamentary Precinct. This and a series of rolling Five-Year update was undertaken in conjunction Programs. The Strategic Direction es- ■ The Major Capital Program which with their Parliamentary Partners – the tablishes the renovation of the core includes primary projects necessary Senate, the House of Commons and historic parliamentary buildings – the to advance the overall objective of the Library of Parliament – and estab- triad of the West Block, Centre Block restoring the key heritage buildings; lished a comprehensive approach for and East Block – as the fi rst priority. ■ The Recapitalization Program which rehabilitating the heritage buildings, Since Centre Block cannot be renovat- includes a series of urgent build- providing additional parliamentary ac- ed while occupied, the East and West ing interventions (related mostly to commodations and creating a secure Blocks will be renovated fi rst. This will exterior masonry repairs) required and welcoming environment for par- be done not only to accommodate the to ensure the ongoing viability of liamentarians, staff, visitors and tour- interim uses from Centre Block, but buildings and address health and ists. It confi rmed the long term Vision also to address the pressing restora- safety issues. These projects will be and Guiding Principles for the Precinct tion work that is required on these two part of the full restoration work that and the extensive set of Planning & buildings. This work initiates a series will ultimately be done on these Design Principles created to guide fu- of projects to create interim accommo- buildings and by undertaking them ture development. A major component dation for those functions displaced early will ensure that future projects of the LTVP Update was the creation of from the East and West Blocks and, in are less complicated and costly; and a new Implementation Framework de- a cascading fashion, triggers further ■ signed to improve results and enhance projects required to house those dis- The Planning Program which accountability. This Framework estab- placed from buildings renovated for includes the development of more lishes shorter term objectives in the interim Parliamentary uses. refi ned plans and reliable cost context of the longer term vision and estimates for projects in the next The rolling Five-Year Programs estab- provides a strategy for getting projects Five-Year Program. lish short term cycles for the approval underway and completed in an effi - of specifi c projects to implement the cient and timely manner. The recently completed Library of Parliament restoration Strategic Direction. These shorter cycles provide greater fl exibility in responding to government and parliamentary priorities, building conditions and current market conditions, and al-

ii Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan Executive Summary iii The First Five Year These projects will ensure that the key Funding for individual projects with- Program (2007-2012) buildings are consistently restored, as in this Five-Year Program will follow required; addressing problems that the normal approval process for gov- Building on a Solid Foundation Accordingly, the fi rst Five-Year 1 cannot wait until the major renovation ernment expenditures and will be Program includes projects for each of projects can begin. The primary focus approved by Treasury Board on a pro- the three components. The core fo- of these projects will be the long term ject-by-project basis. cus of the Major Capital Program is A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan for restoration of discrete components of the stabilization and renovation of the the buildings to extend their life. Moving Forward The Parliamentary Precinct West Block. Other projects will pro- The update of the LTVP and the de- vide appropriate interim space to sus- With the West Block renovations velopment of the Implementation tain the operations of Parliament while planned and underway, the Planning Framework were broadly collabora- Introduction the West Block is being renovated, and Program will focus on preparing for tive initiatives resulting in a solid plan The Parliamentary Precinct is one of will create interim and permanent the renovations of East Block. The in- that has received extensive input and the most signifi cant sites in Canada. facilities that satisfy the operational tent is to ensure that West Block and now has widespread support and ap- It is the seat of our country’s parlia- needs of Parliament and allow future East Block renovations are completed proval as it moves forward. Building mentary system and it is the focal phases of the LTVP to proceed in a simultaneously so that work on the on this strong base, the fi rst Five-Year point for national celebrations and ex- cost-effi cient manner. Specifi c projects Centre Block can ultimately proceed Program presents a focused approach pressions of democracy. Public Works will be undertaken in La Promenade without delay. The Planning Program for promptly addressing the critical is- and Government Services Canada Building, the Wellington Building, the will also include feasibility studies sues of restoration and for advancing (PWGSC) in conjunction with their former Bank of Montreal Building and for future Centre Block renovations, the longer term objectives of the plan. Parliamentary Partners – the Senate, in several offi ce buildings in down- a future Security and Visitor Services Overall, the LTVP has established a bal- the House of Commons and the town Ottawa. Facility, and a future West Terrace anced framework for the careful stew- Library of Parliament – has established Pavilion to house parliamentary offi ce The Recapitalization Program focus- ardship of this site, giving Parliament a new Implementation Framework for and committee functions. es on the core historic buildings and a setting worthy of the important work the on-going care and rehabilitation their physical state, and includes a se- undertaken there and preserving these of this magnifi cent site and these his- Masonry stabilization at the East Block ries of projects for East Block, Centre important national treasures for future toric buildings, and for undertaking Block and Confederation Building. generations of Canadians. ▼ improvements that are necessary to coordination of longer term goals and for arriving at those decisions and en- accommodate the requirements of a shorter term strategies ensures that suring that all implications are fully modern Parliament. critical issues are addressed promptly considered before a project begins. and that all changes proposed for the The intent of this document is to out- The Implementation Framework Precinct are appropriate and contrib- line the Implementation Framework sets out a structure of rolling Five- ute to the vision of balancing the func- for the Long Term Vision & Plan, de- Year Programs to address the over- tional needs of parliamentarians with tailing the context in which it has been all sequencing of projects in the the commitment to preserving the developed and the role it will play in Parliamentary Precinct and to identify historic, environmental and symbolic creating a safe and functional environ- specifi c capital projects to be under- primacy of the site. ment for Parliament and in preserving taken. While these work programs are this important heritage setting for all shorter term and project oriented, they This document does not provide de- Canadians. ▼ are designed in the context of the long tailed information on specifi c deci- term, comprehensive planning of the sions for components of the LTVP. Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP). This Rather, it is an overview of the process

iv Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan Introduction 1 The Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) 2

2.1 Evolution of the LTVP As site conditions continue to change Most recently, the LTVP was updated and parliamentary requirements and approved in 2007. This update Long term planning of the Parliamentary evolve, it is essential that long term confi rmed the Vision and Guiding Precinct began in 1912. The plans pre- planning of the Precinct be undertaken Principles and provided additional pared by Jacques Gréber in 1938 and regularly to ensure that plans remain refi nement to the series of Planning 1950 had the most enduring infl uence, current, relevant and effective. Such and Design Principles. Furthermore, addressing the picturesque arrange- a review was undertaken in 2001, at the 2007 update established current ment of the buildings and landscape which time the principles and direc- and future accommodation and op- and their relationship to the town tion of the 1987 plan were confi rmed erational requirements and defi ned a south of Wellington Street. In 1987, the and a new Vision statement and set of series of projects to meet those needs. Parliamentary Precinct Area Plan was Guiding Principles were created. It was Most signifi cantly, the updated LTVP prepared by duToit Allsopp Hillier. This also during this review that the phrase established a new Implementation plan reinforced the earlier directions of “Long Term Vision & Plan” (LTVP) Framework which provides a strategy Gréber and defi ned ways in which con- was coined. for moving forward with the long term temporary change could be accommo- plan in a timely and effective way. dated within the Precinct Area.

The Todd Plan – 1912 The Gréber Plan – 1938

Digital model of the Demonstration Plan

The Gréber Plan – 1950 Parliamentary Precinct Area Plan – 1987 Updated in 2001

2 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) 3 2.2 Components of the buildings to be preserved, the degrad- The Vision and Principles Updated LTVP (2007) ed parts of the property to be repaired, The Vision, which was developed and the magnifi cent qualities and po- VISION The updated Long Term Vision & Plan in 2000 and confirmed by the tential of the site to be fully realized. (LTVP) is a guide for change within the Parliamentary Partners in 2007, is a Parliamentary and Judicial Precincts. It Fundamentally, the LTVP provides a high-level statement outlining the sig- is not a master plan that rigidly fi xes how long-term approach for rehabilitat- nifi cance of the Parliamentary Precinct the area should look in 25 years with a ing the heritage buildings, meeting as an important symbol for the country. demanding list of projects. Rather, the the Parliamentary accommodation It provides the philosophical underpin- LTVP is a tool to guide future designers requirements, and providing a secure ning for the LTVP and it confi rms that and decision-makers. It gives a broad, and welcoming environment for par- change within the Precinct must occur comprehensive assessment of the site, liamentarians, staff and visitors. in a balanced and considered way. setting out overall capacity for new The Long Term Vision & Plan is com- The Guiding Principles are expres- development and coordinating future prised of three components: sions of values and attitudes towards site planning considerations. And it development within the Precinct and ■ The Vision and Principles, does this in ways that allow the opera- they set out eight (8) essential areas for ■ tional requirements of the institutions The Demonstration Plan, and consideration when change is contem- to be met, the heritage character of the ■ The Implementation Framework. plated. Together with the Vision, the

The Parliamentary Precinct is the rity of the public spaces are repre- well as a place of quiet refl ection. LANDS INCLUDED IN THE LTVP home of Canada’s parliamen- sentative of the values treasured Change within the Parliamentary tary system and the physical and celebrated by all Canadians. Precinct needs to occur in a way The updated LTVP includes all expression of our commitment to The Precinct provides the setting that balances the evolving func- lands north of Wellington Street democracy and the principle of for the work of Parliamentarians tional needs of parliamentarians between the Rideau Canal and freedom. The picturesque land- and staff in a secure and effi cient and other users with the over- the Portage Bridge, including scape and architectural style of manner, but it is also the pre- riding commitment to preserve the Parliamentary Precinct, The the Precinct are enduring visual symbols of our country, while the eminent gathering place for public the historic, environmental and Judicial Precinct, and the Library openness, accessibility and secu- expression and celebration, as symbolic primacy of the site. & Archives Canada site. These lands have been considered as one unit for planning purposes, allowing a comprehensive and Guiding Principles establish a qualita- veloped. These principles are meant has been taken regarding the steward- coordinated approach to be taken tive context for project evaluation and to be fi rm about the essentials, yet ship and development of the Precincts with respect to long term devel- Street and Confederation Square It is important to note, how- decision-making. fl exible about the means of achieving over time. All aspects of the site have opment overall. The three blocks were also included in the Plan, ever that the Implementation them. Future designers, working with been considered, and these principles To provide more detailed direction on the south side of Wellington in order to provide additional ac- Framework addresses them, have both the fl exibility and the establish the foundation for future and to assist in resolving and integrat- to Sparks Street, between Bank commodation options. Parliamentary projects only. responsibility for creatively bringing change. Greater detail on the principles ing the many competing requirements them to fruition. can be found in Appendix A. for development in the Parliamentary Precinct, a comprehensive set of Overall, the principles demonstrate the Planning & Design Principles were de- thorough and thoughtful approach that

4 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) 5 The Demonstration Plan It will provide guidance in the evalu- The Implementation The Demonstration Plan gives further ation of future development proposals Framework clarity to the principles and illustrates and it will assist decision-makers as The third component of the LTVP is one possible way in which they could they weigh the challenges of growth the Implementation Framework. It be implemented. It is not a precise and change within the Precincts. The focuses on getting the work done and blueprint. Rather, the Demonstration Demonstration Plan 2007 is illustrated establishes shorter term objectives in Plan is a tool to help visualize the below. More detailed information on the context of the longer term vision. meaning and intent of the principles, the Plan can be found at page 16 and The structure, approach and strategies to show the inter-relationships be- in Appendix B. of the Implementation Framework are tween the components and to illustrate addressed in the following section. ▼ the possibilities for the site as a whole.

East Block Courtyard 2006 Demonstration Plan

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Symbolic Primacy – Preserve and enhance the Accessibility – Ensure balance between openness, symbolic primacy and the visual integrity of accessibility and security. Parliament Hill. Patterns of Use – Incorporate coherent and harmoni- Heritage Value – Respect for the role and heritage ous patterns of use within the site and surrounding value of the buildings, the landscape and the set- community. tings as a symbol of Canadian democracy. Interconnections – Ensure interconnection of func- Natural Environment – Ensure that development is tions, services and buildings. sensitive to the natural environment of the site. Stewardship – Provide responsible stewardship of Precinct Boundary – Establish a clear physical resources. boundary to accommodate all core parliamentary activities and essential services.

Further details on the Guiding Principles and the Planning & Design Principles can be found in Appendix A.

6 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Long Term Vision & Plan (LTVP) 7 The Implementation Framework 3

3.1 The Development of This triggers a series of enabling pro- the Hill to facilitate quick, easy access the Framework jects to provide interim accommoda- to the Chambers for debates and votes. tion for those functions displaced Third, the implementation framework The LTVP Demonstration Plan sets from the East and West Blocks and, in must take into account the limited site out an overall long term development a cascading fashion, other projects re- capacity, the safety of occupants and strategy for the Precincts and, in total, quired to house those displaced from visitors, the local construction market represents a considerable amount of buildings renovated to provide interim conditions and the availability of heri- work. The implementation of this Parliamentary space. tage artisans – all of which will limit vision, however, must be undertaken the number of projects that can be incrementally, in a way that is reason- Finally, several consolidating projects undertaken at any given time. Fourth, able and addresses the most critical are required to meet the longer term the strategy must determine the fast- needs and objectives fi rst. parliamentary requirements and to est, most effi cient and most cost-effec- fully implement the vision for the The primary goal for the Parliamentary tive way to complete the projects with Parliamentary and Judicial Precincts. Precinct is the timely restoration and a maximum return on up-front capital When these projects proceed, they will renovation of the key heritage assets. investment. And, fi nally, it must en- be assessed and defi ned more precisely First among these is the Centre Block. sure that throughout the process, fur- as conditions at the time are known, as This renovation will require the in- ther deterioration of heritage buildings priorities are defi ned, and as funding terim relocation of the Parliamentary is minimized. is approved. Chambers and associated legisla- Important lessons were learned from tive functions to the East and West While there is a logical sequencing to earlier approaches to implementing Blocks, as well as the transfer of the projects, the execution and tim- parliamentary projects. Treating the Parliamentarians to other locations. ing is more complex. First, the imple- long term demonstration plan as a Accordingly, the East and West Blocks mentation strategy must ensure that 25-year master blueprint and defi n- will be renovated fi rst, not only to Parliament remains fully operational ing a rigid series of major projects on a accommodate the interim uses from and accessible by the public during the fi xed schedule can present signifi cant Centre Block, but also to address the restoration and construction period. implementation challenges. pressing restoration work that is re- Second, interim parliamentary accom- quired on these two buildings. modations must be located adjacent to

Interim stabilization of an East Block tower

8 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Implementation Framework 9 Scheduling and costing construction The Implementation Framework takes The rolling Five-Year Programs estab- Each Five-Year Program will have three projects that are planned to commence a strategic approach, yet is also de- lish shorter term cycles for evaluating components: a decade or more in the future, for signed to be responsive to government and approving projects to implement The Implementation Framework is designed to: 1. Major Capital Program – This which the requirements have not yet priorities and changing circumstances. the Strategic Direction. They will give work will include those primary been clearly defined, is unreliable. To accomplish this, the Implementation more fl exibility in responding to gov- ■ Enhance accountability projects necessary to advance the Furthermore, the complexity of the Framework is composed of a broad ernment priorities, building condi- strategic direction of restoring the ■ Establish more manageable administration Parliamentary Precinct environment Strategic Direction and rolling Five- tions and current market conditions, key heritage buildings and advance ■ and the unpredictability of the con- Year Programs. allowing the program of work to stay Allow better scrutiny and oversight the overall vision of the LTVP. struction markets, make accurately relevant over time. The fi ve-year cycles ■ The approved Strategic Direction fo- Create a more disciplined approach to costing planning such a long term program will also improve predictability and 2. Recapitalization Program – This cuses on the renovation of the core ■ Improve results even more diffi cult. As well, a rigidly provide greater accuracy in determin- work will include those projects historic parliamentary buildings – the structured approach limits the govern- ing functional requirements and estab- designed to address urgent work triad of the West Block, Centre Block ment’s ability to adapt to changing cir- lishing project costs and scheduling. necessary to preserve buildings and and the East Block – as the fi rst pri- cumstances. When changes do occur The term “rolling” programs is simply deal with health and safety issues that specifi c projects not only fulfi ll permanent facilities that satisfy the ority. Resources are to be focused on – as they did with the accelerated dete- a reference to the continuity between until such time as the buildings can short term needs but also contrib- operational needs of Parliament and these renovations as rapidly as pos- rioration of the West Block – a domino programs and a level of overlap that undergo major renovations. These ute, to the greatest extent possible, allow future phases of the LTVP to sible, in order to reduce the risk of effect impacts all other projects mak- will occur as projects are implemented are permanent interventions that to the realization of the long term proceed in a cost-effi cient manner. building failure, which could damage ing it impossible to stay on course. and, at the same time, pre-planning will ensure the ongoing viability of vision for the Precincts. This will national treasures and jeopardize the Due to the nature of the work, the West for new projects begins. buildings, will advance the imple- maximize the return on upfront operations of Parliament. Block must be emptied prior to the full 3.2 The Structure of mentation of longer term projects, capital investment and will ensure renovation. Appropriate parliamen- and will make future restoration that public funds are spent wisely. the Implementation tary accommodation does not exist in Framework less complicated and costly. 3.3 The First Five-Year privately-owned buildings within an The Implementation Framework 3. Planning Program – This work will Program 2007-2012 acceptable range of Parliament Hill; must be consistent with the Vision & focus on developing more refi ned therefore, interim accommodation Guiding Principles, which together plans and reliable cost estimates Major Capital Program must be created. Rather than con- with the more detailed direction of the for projects in the next Five-Year The core focus of the fi rst fi ve-year structing entirely new facilities, exist- LTVP Planning & Design Principles, es- Program. The intent is to facilitate Major Capital Program is the stabili- ing crown-owned buildings will be tablish the foundation for development the continued advancement of the First Five-Year Program zation and preparation for renovation renovated and retrofi tted to meet this and provide direction on how best to LTVP with smooth transitions into of the West Block. Other projects will need. Since these existing buildings engage in change within the Precincts. subsequent Five-Year Programs, provide appropriate interim space to already require upgrading and renova- thereby avoiding project delays and Major Capital Recapitalization Planning sustain the operations of Parliament tions, the reuse of this space for parlia- ensuring that meaningful steps are Program Program Program while the West Block is being reno- mentary accommodations will achieve taken towards achieving the vision. vated, and will create interim and two objectives simultaneously. Good planning will also ensure

Subsequent Five-Year Programs

The Implementation Framework

10 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Implementation Framework 11 This approach is a key aspect of the Recapitalization Program This program is, essentially, a phased 3.4 Funding fi rst Five-Year Program and it provides approach to the total renovation re- The renovation of the West Block, East The fi rst Five-Year Program was ap- several benefi ts: quirements, addressing critical ele- Block, Centre Block and Confederation proved by the Government in 2007. ments early and establishing the basis ■ It allows needed facilities to be Building must be phased over at least Funding for individual projects with- on which future work can be under- developed quickly with less risk 25 years. In the meantime, the heri- in this program will be approved by taken effi ciently and cost-effectively. of delay; tage buildings are aging rapidly. The Treasury Board on a project-by-project recent deterioration of the West Block basis – the normal approval process ■ It allows necessary renovations to Planning Program has demonstrated that building enve- for government expenditures. As indi- be undertaken in these existing The meticulous coordination and se- lope and structural problems become vidual projects are approved, the asso- crown-owned buildings at the same quencing of numerous projects is es- increasingly complex and costly to ciated costs will be made public. time as the interim accommoda- repair if they are neglected. While a sential to the timely achievement of the tions are being created; and preventative maintenance program is primary goal of restoring key heritage 3.5 Summary Graphics ■ assets on Parliament Hill. The main It creates a pool of interim accom- in place for these buildings, the struc- The following four pages summarize purpose of the Planning Program is to modations that will serve the needs ture behind exterior masonry, towers in a more visual way the specifi c com- prepare for the next Five-Year Program of the West Block renovations, as and chimneys can deteriorate to the ponents of the fi rst Five-Year Program so that there is a smooth transition and well as subsequent renovations of point where preventative maintenance and illustrate how these projects con- no delays in projects. To this end, the the East Block, Centre Block and interventions are wasted. A more com- tribute to the long term vision for the pre-planning of East Block renovation Confederation Building over prehensive investment is required to Parliamentary Precinct. 25 years, as required. avoid accelerating deterioration and and infi ll projects are key elements of the fi rst fi ve-year Planning Program. The accommodation projects neces- even higher repair costs in the future. sary to vacate the West Block and East The Recapitalization Program will fo- The intent is to facilitate the simulta- Block include: cus on the core historic buildings and neous completion of the East and West Block projects and allow work on the ■ La Promenade Building: their physical state and will include a Centre Block to ultimately proceed Construction of offi ces for series of such comprehensive projects without delay. the interim relocation of designed to properly address problems Parliamentarians and interim Pre-construction investigations at the Bank of Montreal Building for the permanent relocation of that cannot wait until major renova- Confederation Room, currently located in Room 200 of the West Block and used for receptions and tion projects can begin. space for three committee rooms; ceremonial events. ■ Wellington Building: Construction of offi ces for the interim relocation In a cascading fashion, these projects courtyard for use as a temporary home of Parliamentarians and interim create the need for further interim ac- for the House of Commons Chamber space for ten committee rooms; commodations for staff and facilities and parliamentary functions during ■ Former Bank of Montreal Building displaced from the Wellington and La the renovation of Centre Block. (144 Wellington Street): Begin Promenade buildings. These will be The design and preparation of contract construction on the permanent relo- provided in leased accommodations in documents for several temporary fa- cation of Confederation Room (Room several buildings in downtown Ottawa. cilities will also be undertaken during 200) currently in the West Block; As these accommodation projects pro- this program of work. These projects ■ Food Production Facility: ceed, work on the restoration of the will ensure the secure and seamless Permanent relocation of the food West Block will advance including the continuity of parliamentary functions

production services to an off-site exterior stabilization of southern por- during future construction phases and Conceptual pre-planning of the Senate Chamber relocated to the East Block location. tions of the building, the interior re- will include matters such as visitor moval of asbestos, and the design for screening facilities, as well as site ac- the interior renovations and inﬁ ll of the cess and infrastructure requirements.

12 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Implementation Framework 13 Summary of the First Five-Year Program 2007-2012

Major Capital Program Recapitalization Program The core focus of the fi rst fi ve-year Major Capital Program is the stabilization The fi rst fi ve-year Recapitalization Program focuses on the core historic build- and preparation for renovation of the West Block. Other projects will provide ings and their physical state, and includes a series of projects for East Block, appropriate interim space to sustain the operations of Parliament while the Centre Block and Confederation Building. The primary focus of these projects West Block is being renovated, and will create interim and permanent facilities will be the long term restoration of discrete components of the buildings, that satisfy the operational needs of Parliament and allow future phases of the thereby extending their life and making major renovation projects less compli- LTVP to proceed in a cost-effi cient manner. cated and less costly.

West Block: East Block: ■ Design, contract and begin construction phase on exterior stabilization ■ Exterior envelope repair of the 1867 wing with an initial focus on the of southern portions north-east tower and the south-east corner ■ Design, contract and begin construction phase for the removal of Centre Block: asbestos, plus mechanical and electrical systems ■ Rehabilitation of portions of the roof and ventilation towers ■ Design for interior renovations and infi ll of the courtyard for conversion Confederation Building: to the temporary home of the House of Commons Chamber and associ- ■ ated uses during the renovation of Centre Block Repairs to the entire building envelope, including masonry, windows and roof Interim Parliamentary Offi ces & Committee Rooms: Plus, a series of minor recapitalization projects on various buildings through- ■ La Promenade Building out the Precinct ■ Wellington Building Permanent Accommodation Projects: ■ Former Bank of Montreal Building (permanent replacement of Planning Program Room 200) The focus of the Planning Program is to prepare for the next Five-Year ■ Food Production Facility (moved off-site) Program to ensure a smooth transition and no delays in projects. The pre-plan- Renovations for Functions Displaced from La Promenade & ning of East Block renovation and infi ll projects are key elements of the fi rst Wellington Buildings: fi ve-year Planning Program. The intent is to facilitate the simultaneous comple-

174 ■ CD Howe Building tion of the East and West Block projects and allow work on the Centre Block to ■ Clarica Building ultimately proceed without delay. ■ Confederation Building East Block Renovation & Courtyard Inﬁ ll: ■ 119 Queen Street ■ Assess requirements, prepare Project Plan, Feasibility Report, Estimates ■ 131 Queen Street and Business Case ■ 155 Queen Street Centre Block Renovations: ■ 181 Queen Street ■ Assess requirements, prepare Project Plan and Feasibility Studies Design & Contract for Temporary Facilities: West Terrace Pavilion: ■ Visitor screening facility for committee rooms that remain in the West ■ Assess requirements, prepare Project Plan and Feasibility Studies Block until they can be moved to the Wellington Building Security and Visitor Services Facility: ■ Loading dock and tunnel required until longer term facility is in place ■ Assess requirements, prepare Project Plan and Feasibility Studies along Vittoria Way ■ Site access and infrastructure required to maintain safety and efﬁ cient operations of Parliament during construction ■ Visitor screening facility required to control access to the temporary House of Commons chamber to be located in the West Block.

14 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Implementation Framework 15 The First Five-Year Program in the Context of the Long Term Plan

Ottawa River Rivière des Outaouais 3

10 Pont du Portage Bridge du Portage Pont

12 Rideau Canal 4

23 22 Mackenzie 9 14 Cliff 21 1 Voie Vittoria Way 17 18 19 20 13 2 5 16 South Drive Voie du Sud 11

Wellington Wellington

Lyon 7 8 Metcalfe Kent Bank Bay O’Connor 6 Elgin

Sparks Sparks

First Five-Year Program (2007–2012) Later Phases

Work Previously Completed Major Capital Program Recapitalization Program Restored in Later Phases New Buildings in Later Phases

1. East Block 1910 Wing: 5. West Block Restoration: 9. East Block: 12. Centre Block Restoration: 17. West Block Infi ll: 21. Vittoria Way Underground Facility: Renovations to rebuild the interior of the wing and Begin construction on exterior stabilization, removal of Exterior envelope repair of the 1867 wing with an Restoration of heritage elements and full renovation Excavation and construction in the courtyard to accom- Removal of the Supreme Court Annex building and restore the masonry and roof. asbestos and mechanical/electrical systems. Undertake initial focus on the north-east tower and the south-east and upgrade of building systems to extend service life modate the interim House of Commons Chamber and construction of below-grade materiel handling, parking design for interior renovations and infi ll of the corner. and improve operations. related functions. To be constructed in conjunction with and support facilities north of Vittoria Way, including a 2. Justice Building: courtyard. the West Block Restoration project. Vehicle Screening Facility tucked into the contours of Renovations to create 85 parliamentary offi ces. 10. Centre Block: 13. East Block Restoration: the river valley. 6. La Promenade: Rehabilitation of portions of the roof and ventilation Renovations and upgrading of the 1867 wing to provide 18. East Block Infi ll: 3. Library of Parliament: Construction of offi ces for the interim relocation of towers. extended service life and improved accommodations for Excavation and construction in the courtyard to ac- 22. Visitor Welcome Centre: Full interior and exterior restoration of the heritage Parliamentarians and interim space for three commit- Parliamentarians. commodate the interim Senate Chamber and related The development of a Visitor Welcome Centre and building and the addition of new below-grade space. 11. Confederation Building: tee rooms. functions. To be constructed in conjunction with the associated security screening located below the Peace Repairs to the entire building envelope, including 14. West Block Restoration: 4. The Peace Tower: East Block Restoration project. Tower Forecourt. 7. Wellington Building: masonry, windows and roof. Renovations started in the fi rst fi ve-year program to be Restoration of exterior masonry to address deteriora- Construction of offi ces for the interim relocation of completed in the second fi ve-year program. 19. West Terrace Pavilion: 23. Bank Street Valley: tion. Parliamentarians and interim space for ten committee Modest development of the area west of the West The removal of existing surface parking and reshaping 15. Victoria Building: rooms Block at Bank Street for committee rooms and parlia- of the valley edge to a concave form, directly oriented Renovations and upgrading to provide offi ce accom- mentary offi ces. to Bank Street at its centre. 8. Former Bank of Montreal Building: modations for support operations of the Parliamentary Construction of the permanent relocation of Partners. 20. Confederation/Justice Infi ll: Confederation Room (Room 200) from the West Block. Development of a link between the two existing build- 16. Confederation Building: ings to give the sense of a single crown pavilion and Renovations and upgrading to provide extended provide substantial new fl oor space without introducing service life and improved accommodations for another prominent building to the area. Parliamentarians.

16 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan The Implementation Framework 17 A Collaborative Approach 4

Updating the Long Term Vision & The Parliamentary and Judicial Similarly, the Implementation Plan was not an isolated undertak- Precincts Area: Site Capacity and Framework also benefi ted from ing. It was the subject of thorough Long Term Development Plan 2006 extensive consultations with the consultations, initiated by PWGSC Update – the document that details Parliamentary Partners. Various options and involving a series of workshops the long term planning approach for for addressing operational require- with their Parliamentary Partners and the Precincts and sets out the plan- ments, priorities and implementation other key stakeholders, including the ning and design principles for future strategies were analysed and evaluated Supreme Court, the Federal Court, the change – has also received numerous with the partners to reach consensus Courts Administration Service, Library professional awards recognizing its ex- on the sequencing and timing of the and Archives Canada, the Federal cellence in planning and urban design, fi rst Five-Year Program. Heritage Buildings Review Offi ce, the including: This collaborative planning approach RCMP, the Treasury Board Secretariat, ■ Ontario Professional Planners has resulted in a Long Term Vision & the City of Ottawa and the National Institute, Excellence in Planning Plan that has received extensive input Capital Commission. Consultations Award and now has widespread support and also included numerous presentations ■ approval as it moves forward through to, and interaction with, the NCC’s Canadian Institute of Planners, implementation. ▼ Advisory Committee on Planning, Honourable Mention, Urban Design Design and Realty (ACPDR) prior to ■ Canadian Society of Landscape receiving Federal Land Use approval Architects, Regional Citation Award. from the NCC in 2006.

Restored exterior of Library of Parliament

18 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan A Collaborative Approach 19 Moving Forward 5

5.1 Managing Future 5.2 Finding the Right competing requirements. The plan- Programs Balance ning and design component of the Plan must balance the demand for The First Five-Year Program sets a In updating the Long Term Vision & space and services with the capacity of solid course of action for addressing Plan and developing approaches for the site to support it. Similarly, the im- the critical issues of restoration. While the future, the challenge is always to plementation framework must achieve this schedule of projects has been defi nd the appropriate balance between an appropriate balance between devel- signed in the context of working to- oping a strategy for projects that may wards the Long Term Vision & Plan, take 25 years or more to complete, there remains substantial fl exibility to Finding a Balance while remaining fl exible and respon- orchestrate future programs of work sive to government and parliamentary and respond to changed circumstanc- The planning & design prin- priorities and changing building and es, new project priorities and govern- ciples are intended to resolve market conditions. ment policy objectives. competing requirements, The LTVP has found this balance. It ar- The rolling Five-Year Programs give such as: ticulates a vision for the site that refl ects clarity to the work ahead and facilitate ■ The need to provide inspir- the symbolic importance of the setting more disciplined and accurate costing ing and effi cient workplaces and the buildings, and it establishes and scheduling. Moreover, these short- in a heritage setting; a fl exible strategy for the work that er cycles provide the opportunity, at needs to be done. Overall, the Long regular intervals, for the Government ■ The need to meet particular Term Vision & Plan establishes a bal- to review and assess the work that has requirements within an en- anced framework for the careful stew- been done in the previous fi ve years, hanced total composition; ardship of this site giving Parliament a and to direct and approve funding for ■ The desire to have an open setting worthy of the important work new projects to be undertaken. accessible public experi- undertaken there and preserving these Closer oversight and strengthened ac- ence in a secure site; important national treasures for future countability are key elements of the ▼ ■ The requirement to provide generations of Canadians. Implementation Framework. In addi- meeting rooms, offi ces, tion to the fi ve-year decision points for visitor facilities, parking, the Government to review and approve deliveries, river access, out- Vaulted ceiling of the Rotunda, Centre Block new programs of work, there will be door amenities, and linkage regular reports throughout the work between buildings, roads cycles on progress achieved, costing, and paths, all in a coherent and risk management strategies. pattern on a sensitive site.

20 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan Moving Forward 21 APPENDIX A: A

The LTVP Principles

For more complete descriptions and Precinct Boundary: Establish a clear ensure a coordinated interface be- analysis refer to: physical boundary to accommodate tween Crown lands and the surround- all core parliamentary activities and ing community. Parliamentary and Judicial Precincts essential services. Core parliamentary Area – Site Capacity and Long Term Interconnections: Ensure intercon- functions – Chamber, Committee, Development Plan, 2006 Update, nections of functions, services and Caucus and Constituency & Regional duToit Allsopp Hillier, 2006 buildings. Appropriate infrastructure representation – should be centrally should be incorporated to facilitate ef- located in a defi ned area in order to Guiding Principles fective and coordinated security, infor- facilitate the work of Parliamentarians, Symbolic Primacy: Preserve and en- mation technology and communication while essential support services must hance the symbolic primacy and the services, as well as the secure, logical be easily accessible to the lines of busi- visual integrity of Parliament Hill. and effi cient movement of people and ness they support. (Enhancing public Development should respect and re- goods throughout the Precinct. understanding of the parliamentary inforce the cohesive order and unifi ed process and providing public access to Stewardship: Provide responsible image of the Hill as the focus of the Parliament is also a core activity.) Non- stewardship of resources. Development Precinct. essential supporting functions can be and management of the buildings and Heritage Value: Respect for the role located in adjacent areas. site should be undertaken using an ap- and heritage value of the buildings, the proach that protects fi nancial invest- Accessibility and Security: Ensure landscape and the settings as a symbol ments, ensures the continued viability balance between openness, accessibil- of Canadian democracy. Development of existing assets, and preserves the en- ity and security. Everything reasonable should protect and enhance the archi- vironmental sustainability of the site. should be done to provide a secure en- tectural and heritage integrity of the vironment for parliamentarians, staff buildings, the landscape, and their and the visiting public while respect- setting, including their relation to the ing the special nature of the institution City, to recognize the symbolic impor- and its importance as an open and ac- tance of the site. cessible venue for Canadians. Natural Environment: Ensure that Patterns of Use: Incorporate coherent development is sensitive to the natural and harmonious patterns of use within environment of the site. Development the site and surrounding community. should clarify and reinforce the dis- Facilities should be organized to sup- tinctive landscapes and topography port the work of Parliamentarians and within the Precinct and respect the en- other users in a hierarchy of space that vironmental capacity of the site. refl ects the relationships among various functions. Development should

Appendix A: TheExecutive LTVP Principles Summary 23 Planning & Design Principles

1. Urban Morphology 7. Two Primary Symbols on Promontories Parliament Hill is the centerpiece of an urban composition framed by The symbolic primacy and visual dominance of the Centre Block and the built-up edges of the cities on both sides of the river and the ring the Supreme Court, each crowning their respective promontories, of ceremonial routes. The picturesque compositions of free-standing should be protected and supported by any new development. buildings set in the landscape, contrasting with the street-wall building on the regular pattern of city streets and blocks, should be reinforced in the design of new buildings and landscapes within the Precincts. 8. Two Building Triads focused on Central Lawns 2. Land Form New development should consolidate the three-part compositions. The pronounced topography of the Precincts, characterized by major On the Hill, additions should be kept below the terrace or within court- valleys on the east and west and two promontories separated by a yards. On the Western Plateau, a new pavilion should complete the smaller valley, should be clariﬁ ed and reinforced. Judicial Triad.

3. Landscape Types 9. Additional Accommodation Landscape and architecture are indivisible in deﬁ ning the character of New above-ground building accommodation should be limited to the Precincts. The landscape should be developed in accordance with places and built forms which are within the environmental capacity of three distinct types – the “Wild” escarpment and valley lands, the site and enhance the spirit of the place. An additional intermediate the “Cultured” plateau, and the “Formal” Esplanade. Pavilion should be subordinate in scale to the principal Triads while capitalizing on the special opportunities of the site at the head of the reshaped valley.

4. A Confederation Boulevard Address The Wellington Street portion of Confederation Boulevard is the 10. A Connecting Concourse Spine principal frontage street. The buildings and public spaces should be A pedestrian concourse system should connect existing and proposed designed to formally address the Boulevard. buildings to provide comfortable, barrier-free, indoor pedestrian access and to support the essential distribution of goods.

5. Strong Connections to the River 11. Balanced Asymmetry Pedestrian connections to the river from the Formal Esplanade should While the buildings within the Precincts are grouped together with a be improved at the Bank Street Valley and on the west side of the strong sense of balance, the design and orientation of individual build- Judicial Precinct. ings are not rigidly symmetrical. Future development should conform to the established pattern of asymmetrical, yet balanced compositions.

6. Pavilion Buildings in a Landscape 12. Architectural Composition While buildings on the plateau form groups, they are widely spaced The concept of “pavilions-in-the-landscape” was reinforced in the and clearly separated from one another. All new development north original buildings by architectural designs that present buildings in of Wellington Street should follow the essential pattern of the existing several directions and treat all faces as fronts. The underlying compo- buildings, designed to be seen as pavilions “in-the-round” within an sitional forms of the existing buildings should inform future building open landscape. design within the Precincts.

24 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan Appendix A: The LTVP Principles 25 Planning & Design Principles

13. A Pedestrian Promenade; A Concave Valley Head 19. Parking A new pedestrian promenade should connect the Hill to the western Most surface parking should be removed from the plateau and re- part of the Parliamentary Precinct, working in conjunction with the placed with underground structures. Parking should be conveniently concave reshaping of the Bank Street Valley and a new pedestrian located but separated from core parliamentary functions and accessed connection to the river. outside the security boundary.

14. Driveways 20. Materiel Handling Facilities These roads should be reduced in width and extent, and designed A central loading dock and underground distribution system should as mixed-mode, pedestrian-priority surfaces or as “Drives in the serve the west part of the Parliamentary Precinct, including the West Grounds”. Block. Independent but connected materiel handling facilities should be provided in other buildings on the Plateau.

15. Paths and Trails 21. Precinct Transit Design of the pedestrian routes should take advantage of the topog- Improved Senate and House of Commons on-site transit services raphy and character of each of the three landscape types: Escarpment should link the various building and parking destinations. Well de- and River; Plateau Edge and Interior; and Esplanade. signed sheltered waiting areas within buildings or kiosk structures should also be provided.

16. Visitor Reception and Screening 22. Tour Buses A Visitor Welcome Centre including visitor services and pedestrian Tour bus drop-off and pick-up should be located close to but outside screening should be established adjacent to the Centre Block. A sec- the security boundary on Wellington and other nearby city streets. ond screening facility should serve the parliamentary buildings on the lower plateau.

17. A Secure Parliamentary Precinct 23. Environmental Sustainability The Parliamentary Precinct should be secured unobtrusively by perim- New development, renewal and rehabilitation in all aspects of the eter, decorative fencing with pedestrian gates, open and uncontrolled built and natural environment should follow exemplary standards of except at times of high security alert. sustainability at the time of implementation, as well as in the ongoing operations and management of the Precincts.

18. Vehicular Screening Most vehicles should be screened off-site. Screening on-site should be unobtrusive, integrated in the landscape and of modest size. Vehicular access should be limited by controlled entrances at Elgin, Bank and Kent Streets, and with vehicle screening provided north of Vittoria Way.

26 Building on a Solid Foundation A New Approach to Implementing the Long Term Vision & Plan Appendix A: The LTVP Principles 27 APPENDIX B: B

The LTVP Demonstration Plan — Changes in the Long Term

For more complete analysis and descriptions refer to:

Parliamentary and Judicial Precincts Area – Site Capacity and Long Term Development Plan, 2006 Update, duToit Allsopp Hillier, 2006

The planning and design principles address specifi c issues and components of the site. To give further clarity to them and to illustrate one possible way in which they could be implemented, a Demonstration Plan was prepared. The Demonstration Plan is Aerial veiw of the study area not a precise blueprint. Rather, it is a tool to help visualize the meaning new buildings, additions to existing plans come forward, and governments and intent of the principles, to show buildings, landscape rehabilitation, approve specifi c projects based on the the inter-relationships between the visitor enhancements, extended site current needs and objectives, the re- components and to illustrate the pos- security, and improved site servic- sults could be different. sibilities for the site as a whole. It will ing, linkages and infrastructure. All of The intent of the LTVP is to provide provide guidance in the evaluation these initiatives have been based on a framework for decision-making, of future development proposals and a current understanding of long term ensuring that whatever plans come it will assist decision-makers as they parliamentary and judicial require- forward, they fulfi ll the planning and weigh the challenges of growth and ments, existing site circumstances and design principles in ways that make a change within the Precincts. present government priorities. These positive contribution to the total com- The Demonstration Plan illustrates a may change over time. As a result, the position of the Precincts, while avoid- full range of development initiatives Plan represents a “snapshot in time” ing negative impact on the landscape. throughout the Parliamentary and of how development could unfold in Judicial Precincts Area. These include the long term. As actual development

Appendix B: The LTVP Demonstration Plan — Changes in the Long Term 29

APPENDIX C: C