Title
9:30 a.m. Public Hearing - Bylaw 2021-08 Road Closure for Purpose of Sale and Consolidation - Portion of Railway Avenue, S.E. 15-53-5-W5M
Proposed Motion
That Bylaw 2021-08 receive first reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To close a portion of Railway Avenue for the purpose of sale and consolidation into an adjacent parcel.
Summary
A formal request was received to close a portion of Railway Avenue (0.006 ac/ 0.0025 ha) for the purpose of sale and consolidation into an existing parcel. The portion of Railway Avenue proposed to be closed is adjacent to the southeast property boundary of Plan 1581MC, Block 1, Lot 14 as shown on attachment AER Road Closure Railway Ave - Sale.
Administration has reviewed the proposed road closure and supports the closure for sale motion to address a current encroachment into the existing road right-of-way. Closing this portion of the roadway and consolidating into the adjacent property will ensure the existing building lies fully within private property as can be seen on attachment PLN Road Closure Railway Ave - Sale.
Alberta Environment and Parks does not object to the road closure as it will not impede public access to Wabamun Lake. Alberta Transportation does not object to the proposed closure as it will not impact the ability for the public to use Railway Avenue.
The proposed sale footprint will not impact the existing area drainage.
For Council's consideration, Administration has attached a letter of support from area residents that was received April 27, 2021.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Section 22(4) and Section 606, Municipal Government Act
Policy EN-009 Road Allowances and Diversions - Sale, Lease or Permitting
Financial Impact:
The 0.006 ac/ 0.005 ha will be sold for a minimum of current market value as consolidated with the adjacent property.
Cost: Nil
Source of Funding: N/A