& Special Flood Plain Policy Update

1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Purpose
Haldimand County has initiated the preparation of a Secondary Plan and Special Flood Plain Policy Update for the community
of Dunnville. This study presents an exciting opportunity for residents and members of the community to identify a solid
framework to plan for the growth and evolution of Dunnville.
The Dunnville Secondary Plan will establish a more detailed policy framework for the Dunnville Secondary Plan area, identify
community-specific issues, and provide policy guidance for resolving these issues. The Flood Plain Policy Update includes
the development of recommendations on whether to proceed with an update to the Haldimand County Official Plan Special
Flood Plain Policy Area policies.
The Issues and Options Report identifies the planning and urban design issues and potential options to be addressed in the
Secondary Plan and Special Flood Plain Policy Update, including potential redevelopment options for the County-owned
waterfront lands. Furthermore, the Report provides a basis for which new policies will be established to guide Dunnville in
achieving its goals.
1.2 Study Area Description
The Study Area comprises Dunnville’s historic commercial core, the Grand River waterfront and extends east through the
residential area towards the large format retail area at Taylor Road and Broad Street East. Figure 1.1 outlines the Study
Area, which has been divided into two key areas:
1. Secondary Plan Area; and
2. Flood Plain Policy Areas.
The Secondary Plan area is generally bounded by Cedar Street in the west, the former CNR Line in the north, slightly east of
Taylor Road in the east, and Main Street East/North Shore Drive and the Grand River/Front Street in the south.
The County Official Plan divides the flood plain area into 3 distinct policy areas, each containing varying policy regulations to
protect from flood hazards.
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