PPS Policy # | Policy | Response |
| account existing building stock or areas, including brownfield sites, and the availability of suitable existing or planned infrastructure and public service facilities required to accommodate projected needs. | |
1.1.3.4 | Appropriate development standards should be promoted which facilitate intensification, redevelopment and compact form, while avoiding or mitigating risks to public health and safety. | The proposed conversion from commercial to residential will be built with a high standard of construction allowing a seamless integration with the existing area, including the re-use of sidewalks and parking.There will be no risks to the public. |
1.1.3.5 | Planning authorities shall establish and implement minimum targets for intensification and redevelopment within built-up areas, based on local conditions. | The City has established targets for intensification and redevelopment. The proposed development will assist in meeting those targets as the Site is located in an existing built-up area and will add two (2) new residential units without any impact from the removal of the commercial uses. |
1.1.3.6 | New development taking place in designated growth areas should occur adjacent to the existing built-up area and should have a compact form, mix of uses and densities that allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public service facilities. | The proposed development does have a compact form with the use of the existing building design.The low profile density will allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public services |
1.4.1 | To provide for an appropriate range and mix of housing options and densities required to meet projected requirements of current and future residents of the regional | The proposed development will provide for a mix of housing options and density in the existing built-up area. |