IMPLEMENTATION SECTION 22
Introduction
22.1 The Official Community Plan sets out statements of broad objectives, policies and directions for Revelstoke. It generally does not provide the tools for implementing the Plan. The purpose of this Section is to outline steps which the City of Revelstoke can take to implement the Plan.
Zoning Bylaw
22.2 The City's Zoning Bylaw specifies what uses are permitted on lands within the City and provides for different densities of development. It also contains regulations that control the size, siting and other details of development on a specific parcel. The City's Zoning Bylaw will need to be amended to ensure consistency with this Plan. Furthermore, Council will consider all future development proposals and zoning amendments in light of the objectives and policies set out in this Plan.
Subdivision Servicing
22.3 The City's Subdivision Control Bylaw provides minimum standards for roads, water and sewer systems, storm drainage, sidewalks, curb and gutter and other infrastructure and services. Subdivisions must meet these standards before they are approved. The Subdivision Control Bylaw will need to be reviewed to ensure that it works to implement the various policies in this Plan.
Redesignation Criteria
22.4 When reviewing applications for land use redesignation in the Official Community Plan, Council may consider the following criteria where relevant. Council may also consider factors beyond the following criteria:
.1 the proposed designation should be compatible with surrounding land uses.
.2 the proposed designation should be compatible with possible future land uses as indicated on Schedule C - Land Use Map.
.3 the proposed use should not have a negative environmental impact.
.4 the land owner should identify and address any potentially hazardous conditions, such as flood hazards or unstable soils.
.5 the owner should demonstrate that the site will have access to adjacent roadways and will be provided with adequate water and sewer services.
.6 the proposed designation should be consistent with the objectives and policies of the Official Community Plan.
Rezoning Criteria
22.5 When reviewing the rezoning applications, Council may consider the following criteria where relevant. Council may also consider factors beyond the following criteria:
.1 the permitted range of uses in the proposed zone should be compatible with the permitted range of uses on adjacent roads.
.2 the parcel should be large enough to accommodate the intended use and associated uses such as parking.
.3 specific measures should be set out by land owners to address any hazardous or environmentally sensitive conditions, ensuring that the land can be used safely for the intended use.
.4 land owners should demonstrate that the site will have access to adjacent roadways and will be provided with adequate water and sewer services.
.5 if ground disposal of effluent is to occur, the parcel should have the capability to dispose of the effluent on the parcel without adversely affecting land or water bodies on or outside of the parcel.
.6 the proposed zone should be consistent with the objectives and policies of the Official Community Plan.
Development Cost Recovery
22.6 The City will utilize a complete range of tools provided by the Municipal Act to assist in recovering the costs of servicing new development. This will include the imposition of Development Cost Charges where applicable. The City will review its Development Cost Charge Bylaw to ensure that it properly reflects both the cost of providing services to new development and the charges to be levied on such development.
Additional Studies
22.7 The City of Revelstoke, in co-operation with other agencies, will undertake a number of studies to obtain more information to implement the policies set out in this Plan. Key studies include:
.1 Parks and Recreation Master Plan - completion of this Plan will identify the Parks and Recreation needs of the community and how these will be satisfied.
.2 Mt. Mackenzie Comprehensive Development Plan - completion of the Plan which will identify the potential impacts of a large-scale resort development at Mt. Mackenzie and how the City will respond to those impacts.
.3 Second Crossing of Illecillewaet River - confirmation of most appropriate location for a second crossing of the Illecillewaet River.
.4 Specific area plans in the Westside Road, Illecillewaet and Clearview Heights areas.
.5 Review of Agricultural Land Reserve boundaries within the City of Revelstoke in conjunction with the Agricultural Land Commission.
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