Schedule 1 - Development Permit AreasMultiple Family Development Area209T:\DES\PLAN & DEV\KAMPLAN\KAMPLAN Combined Dec 2013.docx December 19, 2013
Schedule 1 - Development Permit AreasMultiple Family Development AreaC i t y o f K a m l o o p s4.0 Open Space and Amenity AreasDESIGN PRINCIPLE:Open Space and Amenity areas should provide a sanctuary for residents and be comfortable, safeand clearly definedAmenity Areas• Common amenity areas, required throughzoning, must be provided to allow for activerecreation or passive activities such aslounging or socializing. Examples <strong>of</strong>amenity areas include activity centres,daycare facilities, swimming pools, tenniscourts, clubhouses, playgrounds, and similarrecreational/social facilities. Outdooramenity areas like gardens and courtyardsare also encouraged.• The size and type <strong>of</strong> amenity areas shouldbe consistent with the requirements set up inthe Zoning By-law and meeting a minimum<strong>of</strong> 30 per cent <strong>of</strong> the total site area.• Outdoor amenity areas should be usableand located in highly visible areas that areoverlooked by the development. Theyshould incorporate seating areas, an entrycourt to the building, or other features t<strong>of</strong>oster social interaction and a sense <strong>of</strong>community. Such amenity areas should beoriented to receive the maximum sunlightpossible, using trees or overhangs to provideshade from sun or relief from snow asnecessary.• Notwithstanding the amenity spacerequirements <strong>of</strong> the zoning bylaw, wheremultiple family developments are located inclose proximity to neighbourhood parks,schools, or open space areas, opportunitiesto reduce the required amenity area will beconsidered on a case-by-case basis. In thesesituations, the <strong>City</strong> will explorepartnership/funding opportunities with thedeveloper to provide recreational equipmentin the neighbourhood park space for the use<strong>of</strong> all neighbourhood residents.Entries facing the street provide a clear distinctionbetween public and private space. Changes in gradeprovide privacy while allowing for a small semi-privateopen space within the front yard setback.Definition• There should be a clear definitionbetween public, semi-private, andprivate spaces. This transition helpsusers to define what is ‘mine’ versus‘ours,’ and it can be accomplishedthrough changes in grade, landscaping,or other design features.Comfort, Safety &Crime Prevention• Where possible, pedestrian routesshould be provided to connect toneighbouring commercial properties oropen spaces. Dead-end pathways withinthe development should be avoided.• Major pedestrian walkways shouldhave a hard, slip-resistant surface, andborders should be well-defined throughthe use <strong>of</strong> alternate materials, textures, orlandscaping.• To enhance outdoor safety, blind spotsshould be avoided, particularly neardumpsters, parking areas, and other openspaces.• Active recreational areas such asplaygrounds must be safely accessiblewithout vehicular traffic interference,and shall be located in areas that permitvisual supervision by residents.• Dark or shadowy places should beavoided. All entrances, pedestrianpathways, open spaces and parking areasshould have adequate lighting at a humanlevel. Light fixtures that complement thecharacter <strong>of</strong> the development andsurrounding area are encouraged, andlight pollution onto adjacent propertiesshould be avoided.An example <strong>of</strong> a welloverlookedpedestrian routethat is well-defined throughthe use <strong>of</strong> alternate pavingmaterials and landscaping.M u l t i p l e F a m i l y D e v e l o p m e n t P e r m i t A r e a210T:\DES\PLAN & DEV\KAMPLAN\KAMPLAN Combined Dec 2013.docx December 19, 2013