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:
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To promote the remediation, rehabilitation, adaptive re-use and redevelopment of brownfield sites throughout the City of Windsor in a fiscally responsible and sustainable manner over the long term;
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Improve the physical and visual quality of brownfield sites;
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Improve environmental health and public safety;
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Provide opportunities for new housing, employment uses, and commercial uses;
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Increase tax assessment and property tax revenues;
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Promote Smart Growth, including the reduction of urban sprawl and its related costs;
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Increase community awareness of the economic, environmental and social benefits of brownfield redevelopment; and
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Utilize public sector investment to leverage significant private sector investment in brownfield remediation, rehabilitation, adaptive re-use, and redevelopment.
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.