Summer Village of West Cove Municipal Development Plan

DRAFT July 2019 Table of Contents page Section 1: Welcome This Section introduces the community vision and local demographics which underpin policies within the MDP. Our Community ...... 1 Our Vision ...... 1 Demographics ...... 3

Section 2: Planning Framework This Section introduces the purpose, scope and limitations of the MDP. Purpose & Scope ...... 4 Legislative Framework ...... 5 Interpretation ...... 5

Section 3: Local Policies This Section outlines local land use planning policies. Future Development ...... 6 Parks, Open Space and Recreation ...... 7 Mobility ...... 8 Municipal Servicing and Utilities ...... 8 Environmental Management ...... 8

Section 4: Intermunicipal Policies This Section outlines policies designed to support collaboration between the Summer Village and neighbouring municipalities. Collaboration ...... 10

Section 5: Implementation Policies This Section outlines policies designed to implement MDP policies and measure progress made toward achieving them. Implementation ...... 11

Figures Figure 1 – Context Map ...... 2 Figure 2 – Population Growth in West Cove ...... 3 Figure 3 – Planning Hierarchy in Alberta ...... 5 Figure 4 – Land Use Concept Map ...... 9

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SECTION ONE Welcome 1 This Section introduces the community vision and local demographics which underpin policies within the MDP.

OUR COMMUNITY The Summer Village of West Cove is home to permanent and seasonal residents in a recreational lakeside setting. It is located approximately 80 km northwest of Edmonton on the south shores of Lac Ste. Anne, as shown on Figure 1. West Cove has a total land area of 1.02 square kilometres.

Incorporated on January 1, 1963, West Cove is a diverse community. Its residents enjoy the rural outdoor environment and all that it has to offer. Much of the activity centres around the lake. Residents enjoy boating, canoeing, waterskiing and fishing during the summer months. In the winter there is snowmobiling, skating and cross‐country skiing. The Summer Village of West Cove is also part of the Lac Ste. Anne Multi‐use Trail Committee. The residents enjoy riding and walking these trails on a year‐round basis. Since the early 1900s, Alberta's lakeshore property has been purchased for cottage use with public beaches being developed along road and rail routes accessible from larger urban centres.

OUR VISION Our 20 Year Vision is:

The Summer Village of West Cove continues to be a quiet and safe place to live and recreate, remains focused on environmental stewardship, and provides opportunities for residential growth in a controlled and sustainable manner, while retaining its small village character.

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C T k 1 o R  O o r e T Y e d d 1 d  N w 5 i 3 t a s A t : e 7 r DEMOGRAPHICS Growth in West Cove has been steady since incorporation, with steep growth experienced between 2002 and 2007, as dip was recorded in 2012; however, growth has returned as shown on Figure 2. Using West Cove’s Average Annual Growth Rate of 2.5% and projecting it out to 2042 would result in an increase from 149 to 276 residents. There are some 214 private dwellings in West Cove according to Statistics Canada and it is likely that the existing housing stock would absorb any increase in population over the planning horizon of the MDP. As such, for the purposes of policy development, population growth is assumed to be of negligible affect. Figure 2 – Population Growth in West Cove

Source: Alberta Municipal Affairs.

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SECTION TWO Planning Framework 2 This Section introduces the purpose, scope and limitations of the MDP.

PURPOSE & SCOPE A Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is a statutory document required by the Province of Alberta and adopted pursuant to the Municipal Government Act (MGA). MDPs offer municipalities a statutory tool to articulate a vision for the future, develop strategic goals and identify priorities for land use and infrastructure to support long‐term growth.

MDPs are prepared and adopted in accordance with the requirements of Section 632 of the MGA, which provides the parameters on MDP content:

632(3) A municipal development plan (a) must address (i) the future land use within the municipality, (ii) the manner of and the proposals for future development in the municipality, (iii) the co‐ordination of land use, future growth patterns and other infrastructure with adjacent municipalities if there is no intermunicipal development plan with respect to those matters in those municipalities, (iv) the provision of the required transportation systems either generally or specifically within the municipality and in relation to adjacent municipalities, and (v) the provision of municipal services and facilities either generally or specifically, (b) may address (i) proposals for the financing and programming of municipal infrastructure, (ii) the co‐ordination of municipal programs relating to the physical, social and economic development of the municipality, (iii) environmental matters within the municipality, (iv) the financial resources of the municipality, (v) the economic development of the municipality, and (vi) any other matter relating to the physical, social or economic development of the municipality,

Summer Village of West Cove 4 DRAFT Municipal Development Plan (c) may contain statements regarding the municipality’s development constraints, including the results of any development studies and impact analysis, and goals, objectives, targets, planning policies and corporate strategies, (d) must contain policies compatible with the subdivision and development regulations to provide guidance on the type and location of land uses adjacent to sour gas facilities, (e) must contain policies respecting the provision of municipal, school or municipal and school reserves, including but not limited to the need for, amount of and allocation of those reserves and the identification of school requirements in consultation with affected school boards, (f) must contain policies respecting the protection of agricultural operations, and (g) may contain policies respecting the provision of conservation reserve in accordance with section 664.2(1)(a) to (d).

LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK Provincial legislation, namely the MGA, establishes the planning context in which an MDP sits. In this planning hierarchy, plans, bylaws and approvals that are lower must be consistent with plans that are higher, as illustrated below: Figure 3 – Planning Hierarchy in Alberta

INTERPRETATION Where “shall” is used in a policy, the policy is considered mandatory in order to achieve a desired result. Where “should” is used in a policy, it is anticipated that the policies will be applied in all situations, unless it can be clearly demonstrated to the satisfaction of the development authority, that the policy is not reasonable, practical and feasible in a given situation.

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SECTION THREE Local Policies 3 This Section outlines local land use planning policies.

FUTURE DEVELOPMENT Goals a) To maintain West Cove as a recreation focused, residential lakeside community. b) To be supportive of new development and infill that is sensitive to the surrounding community. c) To minimize incompatibility between adjacent land uses. Policies 3.1.1 Opportunities for new commercial and light industrial development are encouraged in the lands identified in Figure 4. 3.1.2 Residential infill should respect or complement the built form, including, height, size and architectural detailing of existing development.

3.1.3 Low‐density residential development is encouraged on vacant residential lots. 3.1.4 Non‐residential development shall be appropriately buffered from existing residential dwellings. 3.1.5 Natural vegetation and tree cover should be retained when development occurs, where possible. 3.1.6 Servicing requirements and off‐site upgrades shall be at the expense of the developer. 3.1.7 Buildings shall be setback from the high‐water mark of Lac Ste. Anne. 3.1.8 The maximum Municipal Reserve as indicated by the MGA shall be required for all subdivision. These reserves may be in the form of land, cash‐in‐lieu or a combination thereof.

Summer Village of West Cove 6 DRAFT Municipal Development Plan 3.1.9 Lands deemed to be environmentally significant shall be protected via Environmental Reserve dedication or an environmental easement registered at the time of subdivision. 3.1.10 Development along the lakefront shall be required to provide an Environmental Reserve strip. 3.1.11 A Conceptual Scheme shall be required for all proposed developments resulting in four (4) or more new parcels in currently undeveloped portions of the Summer Village. The Conceptual Scheme should include: a) The land uses proposed for the development; b) How access to the site will be provided; c) How the lots will be serviced; and d) Interface conditions with adjacent parcels. 3.1.12 Any development over 16 hectares in size shall require an Area Structure Plan (ASP) that is prepared in compliance with the MGA. 3.1.13 The following studies may be required to support a Conceptual Scheme or ASP: a) A Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA); b) A Stormwater Management Plan; c) A Biophysical Impact Assessment (BIA) completed by a Professional Biologist where environmentally sensitive areas have been identified; and d) A Grading Plan.

PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION Goals a) To develop and maintain green spaces and recreational areas for West Cove residents. b) To provide additional recreational opportunities and facilities. Policies 3.2.1 Parks and Open Spaces shall be preserved and maintained for the use and enjoyment of residents and visitors. 3.2.2 The development of new recreation facilities for both active and passive uses is encouraged.

Summer Village of West Cove 7 DRAFT Municipal Development Plan MOBILITY Goals a) To maintain a well‐connected, walkable community. b) To provide a safe and efficient road network that meets residents’ current and future needs. Policies 3.3.1 Trails and pathways shall be maintained and enhanced to link parks and open spaces and provide lake access. 3.3.2 Opportunities to improve safety and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists, such as separate walkways are encouraged. 3.3.3 The roadway network shall be maintained to meet current and future needs. 3.3.4 Upgrading of alleys and laneways is encouraged.

MUNICIPAL SERVICING AND UTILITIES Goals a) To provide services and utilities to residents. b) To minimize negative impacts on the water quality of Lac Ste. Anne as a result of development. Policies 3.4.1 West Cove shall only approve development that does not require the municipality to provide piped water. 3.4.2 Low Impact Development (LID) stormwater management practices are encouraged.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Goals a) To protect and preserve vegetation, wildlife habitat and environmentally significant areas. b) To protect and enhance the water quality and natural habitat of Lac Ste. Anne. Policies 3.5.1 Impacts to the natural environment as a result of future development shall be minimized to the greatest extent possible. 3.5.2 No permanent structures shall be permitted within the 1:100 year flood plain. 3.5.3 Practices which minimize nutrients entering the lake from adjacent development are encouraged.

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SECTION FOUR Intermunicipal Policies 4 This Section outlines policies designed to support collaboration between the Summer Village and neighbouring municipalities.

COLLABORATION Goals a) To work with Lac Ste. Anne County to provide enhanced services and amenities to residents. b) To collaborate with Lac Ste. Anne County to develop land use policies which are mutually beneficial. c) To explore opportunities to connect to regional water and sanitary systems over time. Policies 4.1.1 Work with the County to prepare an Intermunicipal Development Plan for the fringe land areas which border West Cove. 4.1.2 Work with local municipalities to identify and support initiatives to provide enhanced services and amenities to residents. 4.1.3 Work with municipalities and stakeholders along the shore of Lac Ste. Anne to promote and implement lake management best practices. 4.1.4 Work with the County to identify a secondary emergency access/egress for the Summer Village east to Range Road 41. 4.1.5 Explore opportunities to connect to a regional water line. 4.1.6 Explore opportunities to connect to the Darwell Lagoon Commission sanitary sewage line.

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SECTION FIVE Implementation Policies 5 This Section outlines policies designed to implement MDP policies and measure progress made towards achieving them.

IMPLEMENTATION Goals a) To implement to policies of this Municipal Development Plan. Policies 5.1.1 The MDP shall be reviewed and updated approximately every ten (10) years to ensure that development continues to reflect the vision and goals herein. A review may also be necessary to reflect: a) Shifts in economic, social and development opportunities and constraints; b) Changes in federal and provincial legislation and regulations; and c) Changes to Council strategic priorities. 5.1.2 Council shall review and update the Land Use Bylaw to implement the policies of this MDP.

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