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The maximum gross floor area of any individual business premise shall not exceed 275 m2 (2,960.07 sq. ft.), except that the Development Officer may allow an individual business premise to have a gross floor area up to 1 000 m2 (10,763.90 sq. ft.), provided that, in his opinion, the proposed business would not adversely affect the amenity and enjoyment of the surrounding residential land uses. |
| b. |
The maximum floor ratio shall be 1.0. |
| c. |
The maximum building height shall not exceed 7 m (22.96 ft.) nor one storey. |
| d. |
A landscaped yard a minimum of 3 m in width (9.84 ft.) shall be required adjacent to the southern, western and northern property lines. The landscaping of these yards shall include the planting of a minimum of three (3) deciduous trees (a minimum of 7.6 cm in calliper), two (2) coniferous trees ( a minimum of 3 m in height) and 10 shrubs for each 30 m of frontage to be planted in groupings that enhance the overall appearance of the site to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. |
| e. |
A landscaped yard a minimum of 4.5 m in width shall be required adjacent to the eastern property line of the site. A minimum building setback of 6 m (19.7 ft.) except for those uses specified in Clause 5 (b) shall be required adjacent to the eastern property line of the site. The required yard shall be landscaped with mature coniferous trees a minimum of 3 m (9.8 ft.) in height, and deciduous trees a minimum caliper of 7.6 cm (3 in.), so as to substantially screen the site from the adjacent area designated for single detached residential development. These trees shall be planted in groupings acceptable to the Development Officer to effectively screen and create an attractive view of the proposed development. One tree shall be provided for every 5.0 lineal metres (16.5 ft.) of yard and the proportion of deciduous to evergreen trees planted shall be 60:40. |
| f. |
To ensure that a high standard appearance and a sensitive transition to the surrounding land uses are achieved, detailed landscaping plans shall be submitted with the initial development permit application for approval by the Development Officer which, in the opinion of the Development Officer, comply with the planting requirements specified by Clauses 4.(d) and 4.(e) of this district. |
| g. |
The Development Officer shall require, as a condition of development approval, that the applicant provide an irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of 100% of the established landscaping cost, the conditions of a security being: |
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if the landscaping is not completed in accordance with the provisions of this District and the landscaping plan, within one growing season after the completion of the development, then the amount fixed shall be paid to the City, for its use absolutely; and |
| ii. |
the Development Officer shall not release the Letter of Credit until an inspection of the site has demonstrated that the landscaping has been well maintained and is in a healthy condition two growing seasons after completion of the landscaping. |
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| h. |
Continuous screen fencing of a solid design, a minimum of 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) in height, shall be provided adjacent to the southern and eastern property lines. |
| i. |
The overall design and finish of buildings shall achieve a residential character through compliance with the following criteria, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer: |
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buildings shall include sloped roof elements or include parapet or other roof details which will enhance the overall appearance of the development and achieve the compatible relationship with the surrounding residential land uses. Building roof should be finished with materials which are compatible with the roofing material on surrounding homes; |
| ii. |
all mechanical equipment on the roof of any building shall be concealed by incorporating it with the building roof; and |
| iii. |
all exposed building faces shall be finished in a compatible and harmonious manner with exterior finishes which may include, but not be limited to, cedar, brick, stucco or high quality masonry materials. |
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| j. |
Signs may be allowed in this District as provided for in Schedule 79D and in accordance with the general provision of the Section 79.1 to 79.9 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw and the following additional criteria: |
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freestanding signs shall be limited to placement along the northern, western and southern frontage of the site; and |
| ii. |
the design, placement and illumination of signage shall be consistent with the intended residential character of the development and such that there is no adverse visual impact on surrounding residential properties, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. |
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| k. |
No parking, loading, storage, or trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be permitted within a required yard. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or side of the principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites or public roadways in accordance with the provisions of Section 79.3 of the Land Use Bylaw. |
| l. |
Development in this District shall be evaluated with respect to compliance with the General Development Regulations of Section 50 to 79 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw. |
| m. |
The Development Officer may grant relaxations to Sections 50 to 79 of the Land Use Bylaw and the provision of this District if, in his opinion, such a variance would be in keeping with the general purpose of this District and would not affect the amenities, use and enjoyment of the neighbouring properties. |
