impacted by uses that have historically surrounding the property. The Phase I ESA also identified potential environmental concern from former on-site coal use as a fuel source. Phase I and II ESA reports are often required to obtain traditional financing and insurance.

Clearly identifying the type and delineating the extent of any contamination is an essential step in moving forward with redevelopment plans. Upon completion the City would retain a copy of the final study report.

Downtown CIP

This property is also located in the Downtown Community Improvement Plan area. No applications for any program funds from the Downtown CIP have been received at this time, but the applicant has been advised of additional programs that are available for their project. Administration anticipates additional applications in the future.

CIP Goals 

City staff is supportive of the application as it meets all of the eligibility requirements specified within the Brownfield Redevelopment CIP. The proposed study of 374 Ouellette Ave also supports the following CIP goals:

Policy Support

The study of brownfield sites to support clean up and redevelopment is supported by policies within the 2014 Provincial Policy Statement, the City's Official Plan and the City's Environmental Master Plan.