Part IV Edmonton Zoning Bylaw
Bylaw 7836
May 14, 1985
To establish a Site Specific Development Control District to accommodate a limited range of highway commercial and low intensity business uses, having specific site development regulations which will ensure compatibility with existing and proposed surrounding commercial land uses, minimize negative visual impacts associated with commercial developments, and promote the orderly development of a high quality urban environment.
This district shall apply to Lot D, Plan 5968 A.H. located at the north west intersection of 137 Avenue and 127 Street, Pembina, The Palisades.
Gas bars
Convenience retail stores
Automotive and equipment repair shops
Rapid Drive-through Vehicle Services
Convenience vehicle rentals
The following regulations shall apply to all uses:
The maximum floor area ratio shall be 0.5.
The maximum building height shall not exceed 10 m (32.8 ft.).
A landscaped yard, a minimum of 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) shall be provided adjacent to the north and west limits of the site.
A landscaped yard, a minimum of 7.6 m (25 ft.) shall be provided adjacent to the eastern and southern boundaries of the site.
The principal building shall be set back a minimum of 15 m (49.2 ft.) from the south property line of the site, which abuts 137 Avenue; and a minimum of 3 m from the east and west property lines of site.
No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service on display areas shall be permitted within a required yard except as approved by the Development Officer in consultation with the Planning and Building Department. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear of the site of the principal and shall be screened from view of adjacent sites and public roadways in accordance with Section 69.3 of the Land Use Bylaw.
Development in this district shall be evaluated with respect to compliance with the General Development Regulations contained in Section 50 to 79 inclusive of the Land Use Bylaw. In this evaluation, the Development Officer may grant relaxation if, in his opinion, the variance would be in keeping with the general purpose of this district, and would not adversely effect the amenities, use, enjoyment and value of adjoining properties.
Signs shall be permitted in this district as provided in Schedule 79 of the Land Use Bylaw.
The following regulations shall apply to Convenience Vehicle Rentals developments:
the maximum site area for a business shall be 2,000 m2 (21,527.80 sq. ft.);
servicing and repair operations shall be permitted only as Accessory uses;
all storage, display or parking areas shall be hard surfaced in accordance with Section 67.3 of the Land Use Bylaw;
lighting for the display area shall be mounted on lamp standards and no exposed bulbs or strings of lights shall be used.
Gas bars shall be developed in accordance with the Vehicular-oriented Uses regulations of Section 82 of the Land Use Bylaw.
The maximum gross floor area of any individual business premise within a convenience retail store shall not exceed 275 m2 (2,960.07 sq. ft.).
Site Planning and Urban Design Development Criteria.
Site planning and urban design techniques shall be used to control development on site and to ensure that the negative impacts associated with commercial developments are minimized or eliminated. These techniques shall incorporate the following:
Each site shall be designed to provide a desirable transition with the streetscape and adjoining properties and should accommodate adequate areas for landscaping, pedestrian movement, parking and other facilities.
All buildings on a single site shall be constructed using compatible architectural styles and exterior finishes, unless the functions of individual buildings dictate a specific style or image associated with a particular company. Harmony in texture, lines, mass and facade shall be strived for.
All colours, materials and finishes shall be coordinated on the exterior of buildings to achieve continuity in design.
The facade of buildings should be designed and constructed with materials that are not reflective or cast glare on the neighbourhood, traffic or pedestrians.
A 1.1 m landscaped berm shall be provided on each property facing onto 137 Avenue. This berm may be constructed within the required yard.
All parking shall be set back a minimum of 2.5 m from the face of a building unless parking is restricted to the rear or sides of a building that has no windows.
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.
A comprehensive Sign Plan shall be submitted as part of the Development Permit Application for endorsement by the Development Officer. The sign plan should include a coloured rendering of the sign development and details of the materials from which the sign is constructed, illumination of the sign, colour, size, method of erection or hanging, etc. details of the sign should be reflected in the elevation plans submitted as part of the redistricting application.
Prior to the issuance of a Development Permit for any of the land parcels, the applicant must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Development Officer that the proposed development complies with the site planning and urban design objectives of this district and how the proposed development will relate to the overall development of the site, in light of these objectives and in accordance with the urban design guidelines applicable to the overall commercial strip development.