Innisfil Official Plan OMB Approved - Town of Innisfil
Innisfil Official Plan OMB Approved - Town of Innisfil
Innisfil Official Plan OMB Approved - Town of Innisfil
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<strong>Town</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Innisfil</strong> <strong>Official</strong> <strong>Plan</strong>URBAN DESIGNsystem shall also reflect the scale and context <strong>of</strong> local existing street grids whereappropriate.e) Neighbourhood structure shall locate parkland within walking distance <strong>of</strong> mostresidences.5.2.2 Road Network & Block Patterna) Street systems shall <strong>of</strong>fer alternative ways <strong>of</strong> moving through neighbourhoods andenable pedestrian, bicycle, transit and vehicular movement including incorporation<strong>of</strong> mid-block pedestrian routes.b) Street systems shall be pedestrian friendly in character. In this regard, the design<strong>of</strong> block patterns should be based on short block lengths (generally in a range <strong>of</strong>140m to 230m).c) Block widths may vary within neighbourhoods to allow flexibility <strong>of</strong> housing typeand a range <strong>of</strong> densities.d) The design <strong>of</strong> street systems and block patterning shall be configured to promoteretention <strong>of</strong> lakeshore views, significant landforms, and other natural, cultural andheritage features.e) Bicycle Network and Transit Network plans will be developed by the <strong>Town</strong> toanticipate future growth. These plans are expected to evolve along with thedevelopment <strong>of</strong> subsequent neighbourhood concept plans and Secondary <strong>Plan</strong>s.Expanded boulevards for multi-use trails may be requested in key locations.5.3 STREETSCAPE5.3.1 The character <strong>of</strong> urban areas and their walkability is largely dependent on the design <strong>of</strong>streetscapes. Their design is critical to the character <strong>of</strong> the public realm. The design <strong>of</strong>streetscapes can enhance the use and visual appeal <strong>of</strong> public space and promote aunified character and identity for communities and neighbourhoods.5.3.2 The <strong>Town</strong> will work cooperatively with the County to implement these policies on CountyRoads.5.3.3 Streetscape design shall adhere to the following policies:a) The design <strong>of</strong> streetscapes shall integrate various elements to create visuallyattractive and high quality public spaces. These include appropriate proportioning<strong>of</strong> the street section, high quality landscaping, street trees, decorative paving,lighting, streetscape furnishing elements, and signage.b) Streets and roads shall provide for the safety and ease <strong>of</strong> use <strong>of</strong> multiple means <strong>of</strong>transportation including vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle and transit.c) Streetscapes shall be designed to enhance the pedestrian experience andpedestrian convenience.d) The design <strong>of</strong> streetscapes shall reinforce local village character and identitythrough the choice <strong>of</strong> streetscape elements and design <strong>of</strong> streetscape proportions.94Adopted July 26, 2006 <strong>Approved</strong> by <strong>OMB</strong> May 2009, March 2010 & April 8, 2011