Title
Bylaw 2023-08 Land Use Bylaw 2017-18 Amendment
Trestle Creek Recreational Resort Land Use Bylaw Amendment and Redistricting, and Conceptual Scheme
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2023-08 receive first reading.
2. That a Public Hearing be scheduled for January 9, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at Parkland County Centre, Council Chambers to hear public comment on Bylaw 2023-08.
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Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motions, as presented, to ensure transparency, allowing opportunity for the public, adjacent municipalities, and affected parties, to provide feedback on Bylaw 2023-08 and supporting Conceptual Scheme.
Purpose
The Land Use Bylaw amendment and Conceptual Scheme have been drafted to support the expansion of the Trestle Creek development to include new types of resort residential development as part of a four-season golf resort. Should Council approve these documents, the documents replace the existing Outline Plan and districting for Trestle Creek.
Administration interprets Bylaw 2023-08 and the related Conceptual Scheme to be in conflict with Municipal Development Plan (MDP) 2017-14 Policy 8.2.5g. This policy reads that “New development along lakefront and riparian areas shall establish their maximum densities in an Area Structure Plan.” A Conceptual Scheme is not a suitable alternative to meet the expectation of this MDP policy.
Summary
The existing Outline Plan for Trestle Creek was approved in 2010 and amended in 2014. This Outline Plan establishes a vision for a recreation-based community, integrating predominantly recreational vehicle living with a golf course and other recreational activities. In 2016, the applicant presented a development concept to Parkland County for the expansion of the golf course to 27 holes and the introduction of several new resort residential development types (ie. single family homes). In 2017, following the approval of Municipal Development Plan 2017-04, the applicant was informed that an Area Structure Plan would be required as policy support for the new development concept.
Administration's position today is consistent with that of 2017; that an Area Structure Plan is necessary in order to be in compliance with Municipal Development Plan 2017-04.
Historical Information:
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Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Pillar A - Complete Communities: We recognize the diversity of Parkland County's communities, while fostering a united and shared vision for Parkland as a whole.
- Goal 3: To ensure that County infrastructure meets the needs of residents, business, and industry.
Pillar B - Strategic Economic Diversification: We support the continuation and evolution of traditional economic activities, while pursuing new opportunities for diversified and sustainable growth.
- Goal 1: To add emphasis to recreation and agri-tourism as economic drivers.
Pillar D - Responsible Leadership: We maintain the public's trust through transparent and fair decision-making, superior service delivery, and effective management.
- Goal 1: To ensure that County Council is supported by a robust and current framework of bylaws, policies, and plans.
- Goal 5: To engage meaningfully with County residents on matters of importance to them using methods that work for them.
Financial Impact:
Cost: 0.00
Source of Funding: N/A