Guide to Preparing Studies and Plans - NEW
The following directory contains a broad collection of the standards, policies and guidelines used to prepare and review the studies and plans submitted in support of development applications. This directory is for information purposes only and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional development considerations and information may be required if a proposal is complex, controversial or uncommon.
If you have questions about the directory, or require additional information please contact the Planning and Growth Management Department.
Engineering
Assessment of Adequacy of Public Services/Site Servicing Study
Community Transportation Study and/or Transportation Impact Study/Brief
Composite Utility Plan
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
Geotechnical Study
For subdivision proposals, where sensitive marine clays exist, the following information must be provided to the City:·
- A map that shows:
- Location and depth of sensitive soils
- Location of utilities
- Location of proposed landscaping
Grade Control and Drainage Plan
Groundwater Impact Study
Hydraulic Watermain Analysis
- New guidelines will be available in 2010
Hydrogeological and Terrain Analysis
Noise/Vibration Study
Servicing Options Report
Site Servicing Plan
If the proposal is less than 250 m2, landscaping can also be shown on the plan, refer to Landscape Plan for additional information.
Slope Stability Study
Stormwater Management Plan/Brief
Wellhead Protection Plan
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Planning / Design / Survey
Airports
Development considerations include:
- Land use constraints resulting from aircraft noise
- Obstacle limitation surfaces (airport zoning regulations)
- Wildlife management
Archaeological Assessment
Agrology and Soil Capability Study
Contact: bruce.finlay@ottawa.ca
Building Elevations
Plan must clearly show (in metric):
- Elevations of all four sides of building identifying:
- All surface materials and treatments
- Areas of window, spandrel glass, glazing, etc.
- Location of doors
- Location of building mounted signs, lighting, awnings, etc.
Concept Plan Showing Proposed Land Uses and Landscaping
Concept Plan Showing Proposed Land Uses and Landscaping requirements (information to be included on plan)
Cultural Heritage Impact Statement
Contact: sally.coutts@ottawa.ca
Downtown Urban Design Review Pilot Project
Contact: john.smit@ottawa.ca
Landscape Plan
Must be prepared and signed by a full member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
Plan must clearly show (in metric):
- Title, location and date of project
- Name and address of :
- Developer/owner and agent(s)
- Designer(s), engineers(s) and surveyor(s)
- Legend (bar scale and written ratio scale)
- North arrow (oriented to top of page)
- Existing landscaping features, including plant material to be retained, removed or relocated on site and within the road allowance
- In a table, include species type, size and condition of existing landscaping·
- Proposed vegetation – trees, shrubs, ground covers (botanical and common name), size of material, areas to be seeded, sod or required special treatment
- In a table, tally each species proposed and its condition (example - bare root, 4" pot, 2-year old stock etc.)
- Type, size and quality of proposed tree stock
- Road allowance details including trees, shrubs or any other plant material and their dimensions
- Location of site features including, electrical transformer boxes, utility pedestals, light standards, overhead wires, or below grade services, snow storage areas, or other features that may impact on the location of landscape elements
- Description, location and design details of site elements such as retaining walls, decorative and acoustical fencing, gateways, trees, signs, etc.
- Identification of turf areas
- Location of landscaping and site features abutting the property on adjacent land and in the public right-of-ways
Refer to Planning Rationale for additional development considerations that may influence landscaping design
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS)
Planning Rationale (including Design Statement and Integrated Environmental Review Statement)
Includes:
- Planning justification in support of the proposal
- Urban design analysis
- Integration of environment considerations in design
- New guidelines will be available in 2010
For additional development considerations refer to:
Plan of Subdivision
The surveyor shall incorporate the City’s draft plan approval stamp onto the plan
Plan of Survey
Plan must be signed by an Ontario Land Surveyor and include:
- Up-to-date survey plan or reference plan related to geodetic survey control
- Registered Deed or Offer of Purchase and Sale
Site Plan
Applicant must clearly show (in metric):
- Title, location and date of project
- Name and address of:
- Developer/owner and applicant
- Architect(s), designer(s), engineer(s) and surveyor(s)
- Legend (bar scale and written ratio scale)
- North arrow (oriented to top of page)
- Area of site, and bearings and lengths of all property lines
- Clear delineation of limit of site development and existing features within 5 metres of limit
- Location of buildings, site features and landscaping on adjacent land and in the public right-of ways
- Existing features to be retained, removed or relocated
- Areas labelled by function or type (landscape areas, parking areas, access points, etc.)
- Proposed fire route and fire route sign locations
- Dimensions of all proposed buildings, roads, radii of turns, overhead clearances, parking areas with defined parking spaces, steps, terraces, fences, walks, aisles and private approaches (driveways)
- Dimensions required for zoning compliance
- Gross floor area of all buildings, including type of dwelling units and breakdown of other uses by floor area
- Snow storage
- Garbage enclosure location and design details
- Bicycle parking location and design details
- Pedestrian walking areas and surface treatment/materials
Refer to Planning Rationale for additional development considerations that may influence site design
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Environmental
Assessment of Landform Features
Contact: matthew.hayley@ottawa.ca
Endangered Species
Development considerations include:
- Endangered and threatened species that are protected
- Agreements and permits may be required from the Ministry of Natural Resources
For additional development considerations refer to:
Contact: amy.macpherson@ottawa.ca
Environmental Impact Statement
Contact: nick.stow@ottawa.ca
Impact Assessment of Adjacent Waste Disposal / Former Landfill Site
Contact: joseph.phelan@ottawa.ca
Mine Hazard Study / Abandoned Pit or Quarry Study
Mineral Resource Impact Assessment
Contact: myles.mahon@ottawa.ca
Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment
Contact: joseph.phelan@ottawa.ca
Record of Site Condition
Contact: joseph.phelan@ottawa.ca
Tree Conservation Report
Contact: astrid.nielsen@ottawa.ca
Watercourses
Development considerations include:
- Watercourse protection from site alteration and development
- Land use constraints within minimum setback
- Fish habitat
For additional development considerations refer to:
Contact: matthew.hayley@ottawa.ca
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