Century Park Rezoning & Plan Amendment
Overview
The City has received an application to rezone the Century Park site. The proposed rezoning is from (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision and (PU) Public Utility Zone to (DC2) Site Specific Development Control Provision.
The existing zoning allows for the development of a high density mixed-use “urban village.” While the purpose of the proposed zoning is the same, there are some key differences.
The rezoning is an update to the existing plans to:
- allow more development flexibility
- increase the residential density
- add a commercial main street
- remove plans for a large publicly accessible open space, and
- allow non-accessory parking
In addition, an associated application has been made to amend the Kaskitayo Outline Plan to facilitate the above rezoning.
The proposed development would occur east of the Century Park LRT station and transit terminal.
Key Features of the Proposal
Development Features
The proposal is for a redesign of the overall concept for the Century Park site.
- Development of the site in small blocks
- Increase in residential density from a maximum of 2,886 units to 6,350 units
- Flexibility in tower locations
- Maximum height of 75 m, down from 81 m (tallest proposed tower in the existing zone)
- A commercial main street running east-to-west through the site with areas for patios, plazas, and gardens
- At least 15,000 sq. m of commercial/office space throughout the site; the existing DC2 zoning allows a maximum of 13,000 sq. m of commercial space and 18,900 sq. m of office space
- Removal of publicly accessible open space (71,300 sq. m)
- Amenity space tied to number of residential units:
- At least 7.5 sq. m of private amenity space per residential unit
- At least 2.5 sq. m of communal amenity space per residential unit (must be combined into areas of at least 50 sq. m; not necessarily publicly accessible)
Transportation Features
- A network of private roads and lanes on a grid, designed in accordance with the City’s Complete Street Guidelines, providing safe routes for walking, cycling, driving, and transit
- Built form, site design, and mix of uses in accordance with the City’s Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Guidelines
- Allows the development of non-accessory parking
DC2 (Site Specific Development Control Provision) Zone
The purpose of the DC2 Zone (Site Specific Development Control Provision) is to provide for direct control over a specific proposed development where any other Zone would be inappropriate or inadequate.
The Century Park lands make up a large site (over 12 hectares in size) and their development is expected to happen in stages over the long term. DC2 Zoning is considered appropriate since standard residential and commercial zones would be inadequate to address a site of this size.
Current Site
The current rezoning area, outlined in blue, includes the Century Park Park and Ride lots and a large area of undeveloped land. In addition, rezoning is proposed for the areas outlined in red, to allow for the continued use of the existing developments.
It is bounded by 29 Avenue NW to the north, 109 Street NW to the east, 23 Avenue NW to the south, and 111 Street NW to the west.
Public Consultation
Open House
A public Open House is planned to provide information on the proposal and receive feedback during the review process. Details will be posted on this website when they are available.
Rezoning Process Timeline
The applicant met with the Ermineskin Community League Board in September 2015 to give a presentation on the proposed site vision, answer questions, and receive feedback.
The applicant sent notices of their proposal to property owners near the Century Park LRT station and transit terminal in November 2015. The applicant hosted a public open house in December 2015 to gather feedback.
The rezoning application was received on April 25, 2016. It is in the early stages of City review. A second notification will be sent by City administration to property owners near the Century Park LRT station and transit terminal. The applicant will also place notification signs on the site regarding the application.
The City will soon begin its review of the application with internal departments and utility agencies. This review takes a minimum of six weeks, but may take longer depending on what feedback is received and what revisions may be required for the application.
The City will then organize a public meeting to provide information and receive feedback on the application. Notice of the public meeting will be sent to property owners in the area. The meeting notice will also be advertised by the City in advance of the meeting date.
The application will be reviewed a second time to consider feedback received and any revisions made. A Public notice will also be mailed and advertised before the application is considered by City Council.
This process is expected to take a minimum of ten (10) months, and may last longer. The process timeline diagram charts the progress of the various steps.
Related Development Proposals
A development application is in review for a retail building, row housing and three (3) apartment towers in the southeast portion of the blue rezoning area described above. This application is in review under the existing DC2 zoning.
In addition, a development permit was issued for an apartment tower in the east-central portion of the rezoning area described above (directly west of the Regent at Century Park developments). This application was reviewed under the existing DC2 zoning.
For more information about the application and development permit, contact the Permits and Licensing Service Centre.
For More Information
Kyle Witiw
Southwest unit, Planning Coordination
City Planning
Sustainable Development
| Title | Planner |
|---|---|
| Telephone | 780-442-4308 |
| kyle.witiw@edmonton.ca |
