Cy Becker Neighbourhood Structure Plan - City of Edmonton

Amended by Editor
3.2.1 Green Development
To encourage the holistic development of the neighbourhood, consideration will be given to green
initiatives and innovations. One of the goals of the plan is the promotion of green building techniques.
Objective (1) Consider sustainable development principles in the planning and design of the
neighbourhood.
NSP Policy Implementation
Incorporate alternative development standards (e.g.
energy efficient lighting, alternative road design) and
subdivision design.
Encourage the use of green building standards for
residential buildings and developments.
Allow for flexibility regarding the
introduction and implementation of
alternative designs, energy and materials
efficiency, cost effectiveness and
environmental stewardship in the
development of the neighbourhood.
All alternative development standards and
designs shall be reviewed and approved by
the City of Edmonton.
The developer may pursue green
neighbourhood design standards, and will
consider requiring the use of or providing
incentives for achieving green building
standards.
Rationale: The use of alternative development standards such as reduced roadway widths, zero lot
line housing and reverse single detached housing, in conjunction with subdivision design, are
innovative ways of encouraging sustainable development. This plan encourages consultations with the
City and affected agencies to explore the use of alternative development standards (e.g. consideration
of servicing techniques or infrastructure provision that differs from current City standards).
Objective (2) Ensure sustainable and cost effective landscape development of open space areas
over the long term with the use of native plant species which has the added benefit of the re‐
establishment of natural habitat.
NSP Policy Implementation
Landscaping within the plan area should incorporate the
use of native plant species within all open spaces.
Design open space areas to incorporate
native plant species, where appropriate.
Specific species for landscaping will be
determined between the Developer and
City Administration at the time of review of
landscaping plans and as part of
engineering drawing review.
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