DC2 293

Dechene -  east of 184 Street and north of Dechene Road

Bylaw 10256 (November 16, 1992)

To establish a Site Specific Development Control District to accommodate a limited range of residential and residential related uses with the application of sensitive site development regulations to ensure the effective transition to the lower density residential uses to the east and result in a high quality development appropriate to the site.

This District shall apply to 2.02 ha (5.0 ac) portion of SE 17-52-25-W4M, located east of 184 Street and north of Dechene Road, Dechene, West Jasper Place South, as identified on Schedule "A" attached to the Bylaw adopting this district.

a. Semi-detached Housing, Row Housing and Linked Housing
b. Offices-in-the-Home
c. Homecrafts
d. Residential Sales Centre
a. The maximum density shall be 25 units per hectare.
b. The maximum height shall not exceed 10 m nor 2½ storeys.
c. The minimum site area shall be 300 sq. m (3,230.0 sq. ft.) for each Dwelling Unit.
d. The minimum site width shall be 10 m (32.8 ft.) for each Dwelling Unit.
e. The minimum site depth shall be 25 m (82 ft.) for each Dwelling Unit.
f. The maximum site coverage shall not exceed 40% with a maximum of 12% for garage or car ports. Garages shall be designed as an integral part of the principal building.
g. A landscaped yard, a minimum of 7.5 m (24.0 ft.) in width shall be provided adjacent to the west and south property lines except that this yard shall be reduced to a minimum of 4.5 m (14.7 ft.) if buildings are sited in a flanking manner which reduces their perceived massing when viewed from the west and south. The entire yard shall be landscaped with mature coniferous trees a minimum of 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) in height with one tree for every 4.0 m (13 ft.) of linear yard.
h. A landscaped yard, a minimum of 7.5 m (24.0 ft.) in width shall be provided adjacent to the north and east property lines except that these yards shall be reduced to a minimum of 4.5 m (14.7 ft.) if buildings are sited in a flanking manner which reduces their perceived massing when viewed from the north and east. The entire yard adjacent to the north and east property lines shall be landscaped with a minimum of three mature coniferous trees (a minimum height of 3.0 m) and three mature deciduous trees (a minimum caliper of 7.5 cm), together with a minimum of 20 shrubs for each 30 m of linear yard.
i. A 1.8 m (6.0 ft.) high solid screen fence shall be provided adjacent to the west, east and south property lines, with the exception of an opening required for access to Dechene Road.
j. Landscaping consisting of three deciduous trees, three coniferous trees and a minimum of 20 shrubs shall be provided in the immediate vicinity of the driveway access to Dechene Road. The deciduous trees shall have a minimum caliper of 7.5 cm and the coniferous trees shall have a minimum height of 3.0 m.
k. Landscaping for the balance of the site shall consist of an equal mix of mature deciduous and coniferous trees. The deciduous trees shall have a minimum caliper of 7.5 cm and coniferous trees shall have a minimum height of 3.0 m. Two trees per dwelling unit shall be provided together with a mixture of deciduous shrubs. The main intent of this landscaping shall be to screen the Private Outdoor Amenity Area from abutting sites and to assist in the creation of a landscaped transition between development on the site and adjacent sites.
l. 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, shall comply with the landscaping requirements specified in Clauses 3g, 3h, 3i, 3j and 3k.
m. The Development Officer shall require, as a condition of approval, that the applicant provide an irrevocable letter of credit, in the amount 100% of the established landscaping cost, the conditions of the security being that:
 
i. 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
n. There shall be no vehicular access to the site abutting 184 Street.
o. An at grade Private Outdoor Amenity Area, with a minimum of 30 sq. m (322.9 sq. ft.) per dwelling unit shall be provided.
p. A Private Indoor Amenity Building, a minimum of 93 m2 (gross floor area) may be provided within the central area of the site.
q. Separation Space shall be provided between two or more dwellings in accordance with Section 58 of the Land Use Bylaw.
r. No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be permitted within a required yard. Storage and trash collection areas shall be located in such a manner as to be screened from view from adjacent residential sites and public roadways in accordance with the provisions of Section 69.3 of the Land Use Bylaw.
s. Signs may be allowed in the District as provided for in accordance with Schedule 79B and in accordance with the general provisions of Sections 79.1 to 79.9, inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw.
t. Development shall comply with the following architectural guidelines to the satisfaction of the Development Officer:
 
i. exterior building finishes shall be of durable quality, attractive in appearance, be limited to muted tones with strong colour limited to use as accents; and
ii. roofs shall be sloped and of a residential character.
u. Vehicular parking shall be provided adjacent to each dwelling or designed as an integral part of the dwelling.
v. Development in this District shall be evaluated with respect to compliance with the General Development Regulations of Section 50 79 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw.
w. The Development Officer may grant relaxations to Section 50 79 of the Land Use Bylaw and the provisions of this District, if, in his opinion, such a variance would be in keeping with general purpose of this District and would not affect the amenities, use and enjoyment of neighbouring properties.
a. Offices-in-the-Home shall be developed in accordance with Section 84 of the Land Use Bylaw.
b. Homecrafts shall be developed in accordance with Section 85 of the Land Use Bylaw.
c. Residential Sales Centres shall be developed in accordance.

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