Stage 2 - Semiahmoo Town Centre

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Stage 1 - Land Use Concept

Increase in Density from 1.5 to 2.5

Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Encouraged

Proposed Increase in Density from

1.5 to 2.5 Floor Area Ratio (FAR)

Stage 2 – Semiahmoo Town Centre Plan

February 9, 2009 - Council endorsed a public consultation process

Purpose of the Public Consultation Process is to build consensus on:

The Vision, density, and form & character of the Town Centre; and

The Stage 2 works to date such as design guidelines, amenities, transportation improvements, servicing plans, etc.

The Vision

…a vibrant, pedestrian friendly place with a mix of shopping, services, entertainment, amenities and places to live. Each street will have a specific intended character and mix of land uses to enhance the character and diversity of the pedestrian experience.

The Planning Principles

A complete community with pedestrian-friendly streets, a wider range of housing, retail, office and services in a mix of shopping centre and street-fronting locations, focused on 152 Street and the Mall site

New opportunities for indoor and outdoor social interaction, cultural facilities, public art, amenities

Maintain the traffic capacity of 152 Street; Complete 152A Street

Environmentally friendly, sustainable design

Stage 1 Plan - Density

Increase Floor Area Ratio from 1.5 x the Lot Area to 2.5 x the Lot Area in the “Town Centre” designation to: Support businesses; Provide amenities ; and Enhance the vitality of the area

Building Heights: Up to 4 storeys on 152 Street & Martin Drive but

up to 20 storeys set back from streets & adjacent developments

At specific locations, buildings could be higher than 20 storeys for signature buildings

Images of Building Forms At 2.5 x Lot Area Density

Stage 1 Plan – Units, Population and Employment

UnitsExisting 2,852Anticipated Total at Build-out 6,242

PopulationExisting 4,800Anticipated Total at Build-out 11,509

Number of JobsExisting 4,500Anticipated at Build-out 5,078

TOWN CENTRE’S CORE AREA

Proposed Increase in Density = Maximum Floor Area Permitted on a Lot:From 1.5 times the Lot Area to 2.5 times the Lot Area

152 STREET

•Traditional Shop-front Character

•Retail Shopping Street between 16 Avenue & 19 Avenue

•Up to 4 Storey Buildings along 152 St

•Taller Buildings (up to 20-storeys) Set Back from 152 Street Above 4 storeys

•Landscaped Roofs & Edges at 3 or 4 storeys

•Wide Sidewalks

•Overhead Weather-protection such as canopies

•Opportunities for Sidewalk Cafes & Retail

•Landscaping & Street Furniture (such as seating, garbage bins)

•Bike Racks

•4 General Traffic Lanes & In the Future Possibly 2 Additional Lanes for Buses and On- Street Parking

152A STREET

•Townhomes or Low-rise Apartment Buildings

•Street-oriented Units at Ground Floor with Front Doors Accessed from the Streets

•Raised Patios, Porches & Decks at Ground Floor Level for Social Interaction and “Eyes on the street” opportunities

•Wide, Landscaped Walkway to Bakerview Park

•Extend 152A Street from 17 Avenue to 18 Avenue

AREA EAST OF 152 STREET

Density at 2.5 times the Lot Area will be encouraged

16 AVENUE

•Mixed-use Commercial/Residential between Martin Drive and 154 Street

•Wide Sidewalk

•Residential to the East of 154 Street & West of Martin Drive

PUBLIC PLAZA

Landscaping, Trees, Seating & Public Art

SEMIAHMOO TRAIL EXTENSION THROUGH SEMIAHMOO MALL SITE

TOWN CENTRE’S CORE AREA

Proposed Increase in Density = Maximum Floor Area Permitted on a Lot:From 1.5 times the Lot Area to 2.5 times the Lot Area

PUBLIC PARK

Including Children’s Playground

MARTIN DRIVE

•Residential Character

•Townhouses or Low-rise Apartment Buildings

•Well landscaped Street with Grass Boulevards

•4-lane Road from 152 Street to 16 Avenue

REDEVELOPMENT OF THE SEMIAHMOO MALL SITE

Will include:

•Additional Streets for Multiple Travel Routes

•Additional Opportunities for Retail & Street-oriented Residential

•Weather-protected Interior Space

•Public Park & Plaza

•Underground Bus Layover & Above-ground Bus Exchange on 152 Street & 16 Avenue

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Urban Design Character

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Semiahmoo Town Centre PlanObjectives

A wider range of housing choices: High-rise apartments providing view opportunities Ground-oriented Units in Townhouses Low-rise apartments similar to the existing buildings

More residential units will attract: Additional retail, services and entertainment and

public amenities within a walking distance Private & public investments Improvements to transit services

Semiahmoo Town Centre PlanObjectives

More opportunities to walk and bicycle

A wider range of commercial uses and amenities to attract visitors and support tourism

More people living within the Town Centre to generate activity throughout the day contributing to a vibrant and thriving centre

DESIGN GUIDELINES

One of the key components of Stage 2 of the

Semiahmoo Town Centre planning process is the

preparation of Design Guidelines to support the

Stage 1 Planning Principles and intentions for a

lively, diverse, and pedestrian-oriented heart for

the Semiahmoo community.

Draft Design Guidelines have been discussed

with the City’s Advisory Design Panel and tested

with 3D models. The Workshops that are part of

these Open Houses will look at the emerging

vision for Semiahmoo that is informing these

draft guidelines.

Range of Guideline Topics

The draft guidelines address:

• The application and policy context for their use – the guidelines are an

integral part of the overall Neighbourhood Plan update

• Streetscape and Public Realm Guidelines – how streets, parks, plazas, and

other public places should be designed

• Private Realm Guidelines – how new buildings and their landscapes should

respond to and help shape the character of the Town Centre.

• Sustainable best practices are integrated into the guidelines for both the public

and private realms including measures to promote energy efficient buildings,

stormwater management, walking, cycling, and social engagement among

residents.

Key Guidelines

Some of the key guidelines for Semiahmoo include:

• Each of the streets within the Town Centre are envisioned to have a specific

role that is expressed through a mix of land uses and the design of the

streetscape – refer to the panel that describes these proposed streetscape

characters.

• Architectural guidelines support the intended character and high level of

amenity of the public realm as well as addressing sustainable goals – refer to

the panels on the 3D modeling of the building form for these options.

• Public art is encouraged especially art that tells a story about Semiahmoo’s

history and community. Examples of public art from other places that is

based in community history include:

In particular, the potential to link the historic Semiahmoo Trail to the Town

Centre and to tell its story is noted as interpreted through art, special paving,

and plaques:

Status of Stage 2 Components

Servicing Studies: No major drainage works are required Sanitary sewer and water services will require

upgrades Funding strategies for services are under study

Proposed Stormwater Servicing Concept – Municipal Drainage Infrastructure Upgrades

Potential Stormwater Facilities to Achieve On-Lot Performance Targets

Proposed Water System Upgrades

Proposed Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades

Sanitary Sewer

Catchment Map

Status of Stage 2 Components

Transit & Transportation:

Using data from the 2031 South Surrey Traffic Model Update study, the detailed Stage 2 Transportation Study has commenced.

With the withdrawal of the application to redevelop the Semiahmoo Mall site, the underground bus layover has been deferred. TransLink is reviewing interim options and planned improvements to transit.

Status of Stage 2 Components

Transit & Transportation:

The Transportation study will: Determine the pedestrian, bicycle, transit and road

infrastructure requirements – including the long term possibility of 4 general purpose lanes & 2 additional lanes to accommodate buses and on-street parking

Develop Pedestrian and Cycling Plans Prepare phasing and financing strategies

Status of Stage 2 Components

Possible Amenities: Enhancements to the South Surrey Recreation

Centre and Bakerview Park A new park and a public square in the mall site A new multi-purpose art space and art installations Pedestrian pathways & cycling corridors Extension of Semiahmoo Trail through the mall site

in the future Amenity Charge Anticipated from New Units =

Approx. $ 1,836/unit for the park amenities and additional police, fire and library services

Status of Stage 2 Components

Sustainable Development:

Sustainable Community Principles - A complete, compact, walkable and transit supportive community

Sustainable Drainage Requirements

Design Guidelines encourage Sustainable Building Practices

The Integrated Energy Plan (City/ BC Hydro Study): Options to improve energy efficiency and to

reduce demand on traditional sources of energy.

Development Proposals - Status

Stage 2 – Next Steps Summer 2009: Review comments from the public

Staff Report to Council: on Public Consultation

Completion of the servicing and transportation plans,

design guidelines and amenity plan

Public Open House

Fall 2009: Final Plan and Recommendations to Council

Stage 2 - Semiahmoo Town Centre

Public Open House

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