Bylaw 12835
September 5, 2001
The purpose of this Zone is to allow for limited commercial development within activity nodes in designated areas of parkland along the river, creeks and ravines, for active and passive recreational Uses, tourism Uses, and environmental protection in conformance with Plan Edmonton, the Ribbon of Green Master Plan, and the North Saskatchewan River Valley Area Redevelopment Plan.
Bylaw 17403
October 19, 2015
Effective date: February 1, 2016
Charter Bylaw 18613
November 26, 2018
Bylaw 17403
October 19, 2015
Effective date: February 1, 2016
Discretionary Uses are listed in the Appendices.
No development, except essential sewer utility crossings, shall be allowed in the Environmental Protection Sector as shown on the Maps in the Appendices.
The maximum building Height shall be 10.0 m unless otherwise approved by the Development Officer, where deemed appropriate for the Use.
The Development Officer shall require the submission of an environmental review for all major facility permits, as defined by the North Saskatchewan River Valley Area Redevelopment Plan Bylaw, and all major Development Permits, and recommendations contained within the review shall be met as a condition of the issuance of a Development Permit, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
The Development Officer may require the submission of an environmental review for other Uses, and recommendations contained within the review shall be met as a condition of the issuance of a Development Permit, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
A parking impact assessment shall be required for all major facility and major Development Permit applications, and recommendations for the provision of parking facilities contained within the review shall be met as a condition of the issuance of a Development Permit, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
Development Permits for signs shall be reviewed both independently and as a component of the general streetscape of the applicable portion of the park to ensure that the sign is compatible with the general intent of the Master Plan, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
Bylaw 17403
October 19, 2015
Effective date: February 1, 2016
Urban Outdoor Farms shall comply with Section 98 of this Bylaw.
Urban Gardens shall comply with Section 98 of this Bylaw.
As listed on the individual attached Appendices.
The Fort Edmonton Park, located on Lot Block A, Plan 852 1469, north of Brander Drive and 66 Avenue and west of Whitemud Drive, is a unique historical, recreational, educational and cultural attraction nestled in the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton. The Park is divided into two Sectors, as shown on the attached map. The Environmental Protection Sector includes environmentally sensitive areas which will be preserved in their natural state, with development permitted only in the Activity Sector with such development to be guided by Council approved Master Plans.
Bylaw 18171
September 11, 2017
Charter Bylaw 18613
November 26, 2018
Freestanding On-premises Signs and all other types of Signs
Specialty Foods Services, not to exceed 100 occupants nor 120 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Restaurants, not to exceed 100 occupants nor 120 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Bars and Neighbourhood Pubs, only as accessory Use to a Hotel, and not to exceed 100 occupants nor 120 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Hotels, not to exceed 85 rooms
General Retail Stores, as accessory Use to a permitted use
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Such accessory Uses as required for the operation, administration, maintenance, customer information and service, temporary storage, and visitor amenities for the park, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer
Development Permits shall only be issued for Specialty Food Services, Restaurants and Hotels Uses contained in either buildings listed on the Register of Historical Resources in Edmonton or modern reproductions of such Heritage Buildings.
Where a Single Detached Dwelling is developed in this Zone, a maximum of one Dwelling per lot shall be allowed.
Where an Equipment Repair Shop is developed in this Zone, this Use is limited to servicing the vehicular and equipment repair and maintenance needs of other Uses within the site.
Bylaw 18171
September 11, 2017
Development Officer may approve a Breweries, Wineries or Distilleries Use and up to two custom bakery facilities on the Site as accessory to the General Retail Stores Uses.
The following Uses will be limited on this site, for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw, as described below:
the number of Hotels shall not exceed 3;
the number of Specialty Food Services will not exceed 5;
the number of Restaurants will not exceed 5; and
the number of Bars and Neighbourhood Pubs will not exceed 1 per Hotel.
The Muttart Conservatory, located on portions of River Lots 17 and 19, Plan Edmonton, and Block A, Plan 1096EO, south of 98 Avenue and west of 96A Street, is a unique recreational and educational attraction nestled in the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton. The site is divided into two Sectors, as shown on the attached map. The Environmental Protection Sector will be preserved in its current state, with development permitted only in the Activity Area Sector with such development to be guided by Council approved Master Plans.
Charter Bylaw 18613
November 26, 2018
Freestanding On-premises Signs and all other types of Signs
Specialty Foods Services, not to exceed 100 occupants nor 120 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Restaurants, not to exceed 225 occupants nor 270m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
General Retail Stores, as accessory to a permitted Use
Such accessory Uses as required for the operation, administration, maintenance, customer information and service, temporary storage, and visitor amenities for the park, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Specialty Food Services and Restaurants shall be accessory to the community, recreational, educational and cultural Uses, and limited to one of each type of establishment for the site.
Bylaw 14704
August 24, 2007
The Louise McKinney Riverfront is a unique recreational, cultural and educational attraction nestled in the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton. The objective of the Louise McKinney open space development is to preserve and conserve the natural beauty of the river valley in a balanced context with development.
Charter Bylaw 18613
November 26, 2018
Restaurants, for less than 200 occupants and 240 m2 of Public Space
Specialty Foods Services for less than 100 occupants and 120 m2 of Public Space
Such accessory uses as required for the operation, administration, maintenance, customer information and service, temporary storage, and visitor amenities for the park, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer
The following uses will be limited on this site, for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw, as described below:
the number of Specialty Food Services will not exceed 3;
the number of Restaurants will not exceed 2.
Bylaw 16176
July 16, 2012
The Edmonton Valley Zoo, located on Lot 13R Block 30, Plan 450MC,NW-24-52-25-4, NE-24-52-25-4, south of Buena Vista Road and east of 139 Street, offers a unique opportunity for the citizens of Edmonton and out-of-town visitors to view animals, plants and other objects in nature through live animal displays, interpretation and conservation practices. Development of the Valley Zoo is to be guided by the Council approved Master Plan.
General Retail Stores, as accessory use to a permitted use
Charter Bylaw 18613
November 26, 2018
Restaurants, not to exceed 225 occupants nor 270 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Specialty Foods Services, not to exceed 100 occupants nor 120 m2 of public space for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Bylaw 17901
March 6, 2017
Such accessory uses as required for the operation, administration, maintenance, customer information and service, temporary storage, and visitor amenities for the park, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer
Freestanding On-premises Signs and all other types of Signs
The following uses will be limited on this site, for establishments approved after the date of this Bylaw, as described below:
The maximum number of permanent food services associated with any combination of Restaurants and Specialty Food Services shall not exceed 3.
Charter Bylaw 19257
May 26, 2020
Yorath House, located on Lot 4, Block 6, Plan 1721200. North of Buena Vista Road in Buena Vista Park, is a historic resource that offers a unique opportunity for a distinct programming and public rental space. The Uses in this appendix are only allowed in the Activity Sector, with development guided by relevant Master Plans.
Such accessory uses as required for the operation, administration, maintenance, customer information and service, temporary storage, and visitor amenities for the park, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer
Child Care Services, General Retail Stores, Markets and Specialty Food Services shall be accessory to the community, recreational, educational and cultural Uses.
The Yorath House and associated lands as identified as the Activity Sector in the Map for this appendix are a designated Municipal Historic Resource. Alterations and additions shall be sympathetic to and compatible with the historic Yorath House to the satisfaction of the Development Officer in consultation with the Heritage Officer.
The Following standards and guidelines shall be applied when reviewing development applications relating to the Yorath House:
The General Guidelines for Rehabilitation contained in City Policy 17417, Bylaw to Designate the Yorath House as a Municipal Historic Resource
The Standards and Guidelines for the
Conservation of Historic Places in Canada
Charter Bylaw 19718
June 23, 2021
The River Crossing Area is a unique recreational and cultural attraction located in the North Saskatchewan River Valley as shown on the attached map, "River Crossing - Map for Appendix V to Section 541". This area includes:RE/MAX Field, located south of 96 Avenue NW and east of Rossdale Road; the riparian area (including the former power plant building) along the north shore of the North Saskatchewan River, east of the Walterdale bridge and west of 101 Street.
The Rossdale Power Plant made up of three separate structures:
The Low Pressure Plant,
Pumphouse No. 1 and
Pumphouse No. 2.
The Low Pressure Plant and Pumphouse No. 1 are designated as Provincial Historic Resources; the Low Pressure Plant, Pumphouse No. 1 and Pumphouse No. 2 are listed on the Inventory of Historic Resources in Edmonton. The River Crossing area is a unique historical, cultural and community area nestled in the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton. The sites can accommodate a mix of community, commercial, recreational, sporting and entertainment uses including a multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue that will strengthen this area of Rossdale as a destination.
Personal Service Shops, not including Body Rub Centres
aa. Private Education Services
bb. Professional, Financial and Office Support Services
dd. Restaurants
gg. Spectator Entertainment Establishments
hh. Spectator Sports Establishments
kk. Freestanding On-premises Signs
ll. Freestanding Off-premises Signs
nn. Minor Digital On-premises Off-premises Signs
oo. Projecting On-premises Signs
pp. Temporary On Premise Signs
Notwithstanding Section 2 of this Appendix, the following Uses shall be Permitted Uses for a Development Permit solely for a change of Use, where that proposed Use is located within an existing building:
As a condition of a Development Permit for any development involving a new or expanded structure, the Development Officer shall require that development be preceded by a topsoil stripping program that must be the subject of a Historic Resources Monitoring Program for archaeology. The Historic Resources Monitoring Program and any work resulting from this monitoring program is to be conducted by an archaeologist qualified to hold an Archaeological Research Permit within the Province of Alberta. In order to conduct the Historic Resources Monitoring Program, the archaeological consultant must submit “An Application for an Archaeological Research Permit – Mitigative Research Project” in accordance with the following regulations and to the satisfaction of the Development Officer in consultation with the Municipal Heritage Officer and Alberta Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women.
The Historic Resources Monitoring Program is to be carried out under snow-free, unfrozen ground conditions.
The Historic Resources Monitoring Program shall include the entire subject site. Topsoil stripping must be taken to a depth where undisturbed subsoils are clearly visible in order to expose any burial vaults that may exist. The archaeological consultant must confirm any such features identified.
Depending upon the archaeological results of the Historic Resources Monitoring Program, additional salvage, protection or preservation measures may be required.
The Site includes the Rossdale Power Plant and associated lands on which the plant buildings are located, and some structures within the Rossdale Power Plant are designated as a Provincial Registered Historic Resource as per the Alberta Historical Resources Act. All future development in the Low Pressure Plant building or on adjacent lands, identified as part of the Provincial designation, shall conform to the Multiculturalism and Status of Women. Development Permit Applications within or adjacent to buildings in the Rossdale Power Plant site shall be reviewed by the ”Guidelines for Rehabilitation” published by Alberta Culture, Development Officer in consultation with the Municipal Heritage Officer and the Ministry of Alberta Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women.
Signs shall comply with the regulations found in Schedule 59E of the Zoning Bylaw, except that:
With the exception of Fascia On-Premises signs, no other Signs shall be permitted on the Rossdale Power Plant site.
Sign applications pertaining to the Rossdale Power Plant site shall be in accordance with the following regulations and to the satisfaction of the Development Officer in consultation with the Municipal Heritage Officer and Alberta Culture Multiculturalism and Status of Women for how the signs reference the historic nature of the buildings and in context with the surrounding development, such as, but not limited to, the architectural theme of the area; any historic designations; the requirements of any relevant Statutory Plan; and any streetscape improvements. The Development Officer may require revisions to the application to mitigate the impact of a proposed Sign, and may refuse an application for a Development Permit that adversely impacts the Rossdale Power Plant site.
