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2011-075 Amend Official Plan OPA No. 30THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE BY-LAW NO. 2011-075 A By-law to Adopt An Amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte (OPA No. 30) WHEREAS The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte is empowered to Amend its Official Plan as required; AND WHEREAS Sections 17, 21, and 22 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P. 13, as amended, provide Council such authority to amend its Official Plan; AND WHEREAS the policies of the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte are approved and in force and effect at this time; AND WHEREAS Council has considered the appropriateness of amending the Official Plan in regard to lands within Concession 1, North Part Lot 10 (former Township of Oro), municipally known as 2621 Gore Road, Township of Oro- Medonte; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte deems it necessary and desirable to adopt an amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro- Medonte enacts as follows: 1. That the attached explanatory text and Schedule "A-1", which constitute Amendment Number 30 to the Official Plan, is hereby adopted and; 2. That the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to make application to the County of Simcoe for approval of the aforementioned Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte; and 3. That this By-law shall come into effect upon the date of passage therefore subject to the provisions of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended. BY-LAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME, AND PASSED THIS 25Ta~AY OF MAY, 2011/ ORATIONibF TIC- E TOWN L;WOF ORO-MEDONTE Deputy J. Schedule 'A-1' to By-Law No. 2011.075 (Official Plan Amendment No. 30) This is Schedule 'A-1' to By-Law 2011.075 passed the 25tj y of/;1Mayj 2011. Mayor H.S. Clerk J. Doudlaa(lrwin _ _ - - - OFEROAO f r - _ f y w~ ' i i Land to be redesignated from Agricultural to Industrial Land's to be redesignated from Agricultural to Environmental Protection One OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.30 (WOLF STEEL LTD.) TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE AMENDMENT NO.30 TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE The attached explanatory text and Schedule "A-1" constituting Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte, was prepared and adopted by the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte, by By-law No. 2011-075 in accordance with the provisions of Section 17, 21, and 22 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13, as amended. 2 Cler THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE BY-LAW NO. 2011-075 A By-law to Adopt An Amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte (OPA No. 30) WHEREAS The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte is empowered to Amend its Official Plan as required; AND WHEREAS Sections 17, 21, and 22 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P. 13, as amended, provide Council such authority to amend its Official Plan; AND WHEREAS the policies of the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte are approved and in force and effect at this time; AND WHEREAS Council has considered the appropriateness of amending the Official Plan in regard to lands within Concession 1, North Part Lot 10 (former Township of Oro), municipally known as 2621 Gore Road, Township of Oro-Medonte; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte deems it necessary and desirable to adopt an amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte enacts as follows: That the attached explanatory text and Schedule "A-1", which constitute Amendment Number 30 to the Official Plan, is hereby adopted and; 2. That the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to make application to the County of Simcoe for approval of the aforementioned Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte; and 3. That this By-law shall come into effect upon the date of passage therefore subject to the provisions of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended. BY-LAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME, AND PASSED THIS 25TH DAY OF MAY, 2011. THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE Mayor, H.S. Hughes Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin CERTIFICATION Certified that the above is a true copy of By-law No. 2011-075 as enacted and passed by Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte on the 25th day of May, 2011. 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT PART 1 - THE INTRODUCTION 1.1 TITLE 1.2 COMPONENTS 1.3 BACKGROUND 1.4 LOCATION 1.5 BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT 1.5.1 Application 1.5.2 Proposal and Site History 1.5.3 Provincial Planning Policies -PPS and PTG 1.5.4 County of Simcoe Planning Policies 1.5.5 Township of Oro-Medonte Planning Policies 1.5.6 Zoning 1.5.7 Conclusions PART 2 - THE AMENDMENT 2.1 PREAMBLE 2.2 DETAILS OF THE AMENDMENT 2.3 IMPLEMENTATION 2.4 INTERPRETATION SCHEDULE `A' PART 3 - THE APPENDICES Appendix 1: Planning Report -Meridian Planning Consultants Inc. - February 15, 2011 Appendix 2: Removal of Agricultural Lands Justification Letter - Meridian Planning Consultants Inc. March 24, 2011 Appendix 3: Natural Hazard Assessment - C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. January 28, 2011 Appendix 4: Traffic Impact Study - C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. February 18, 2011 Appendix 5: Environmental impact Statement - Azimuth Environmental Consulting Inc. February 14, 2011 Appendix 6: Stage 1 Archaeological Background research AMICK Consultants Limited December 17, 2010 Appendix 7: County of Simcoe Letter May 11, 2011 Appendix 8: Ministry of Transportation email May 3, 2011 Appendix 9: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Letter May 18, 2011 5 THE CONSITUTIONAL. STATEMENT The following amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte consists of three parts. PART I - the Preamble - consists of the purpose, location and basis for the Amendment and does not constitute part of the actual Amendment. PART II - The Amendment - consisting of the following text and Schedule "A-1", constitute Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte. PART III - The Appendices - consisting of the background data associated with this Amendment. This section does not constitute part of the actual Amendment. 6 AMENDMENT No. 30 TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MIEDONTE "Wolf Steel Ltd." PART 1 - INTRODUCTION 1.1 TITLE This Amendment when approved by the County of Simcoe, shall be known as Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte. 1.2 COMPONENTS This Amendment consists of the text and Schedule "A-1" attached hereto. Schedule "A- 1", attached hereto, provides mapping indicating thereon the location of the lands for which a change in the land use designation is being proposed and the specific land use proposed for the site. The text provides for an amendment to permit the development of a warehouse facility for the storage and distribution of products manufactured by Wolf Steel Ltd. on the subject lands. The introduction does not constitute part of the actual Amendment, but is included for information purposes. 1.3 BACKGROUND The purpose of this Amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte, is to re-designate certain lands located in North Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 (geographic Township of Oro) from the Agricultural designation to the Industrial and Environmental Protection One designations in order to permit the development of a warehouse facility to store and distribute products manufactured by Wolf Steel Ltd. (Napoleon). The subject lands have a total land area of 20.5 hectares (50 acres) of which approximately 6 hectares (14.8 acres) are proposed to be re-designated to the Industrial Designation and additional lands are proposed to be re-designated to the Environmental Protection One designation. 1.4 LOCATION The lands affected by this amendment are located on the south side of Gore Road east of Penetanguishene Road (County Road 93). The property is described as being the North Part of Lot 10, Concession 1, in the former geographic Township of Oro, Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe. 7 1.5 BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT 1.5.1 Application An application was made and determined by the Township to be complete as of March 24, 2011. The applications submitted on behalf of Wolf Steel Ltd. were made to amend both the Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan and Zoning By-law for lands municipally known as 2621 Gore Road. The purpose of the applications was to amend the planning documents to permit the development of a warehouse facility for the storage and distribution of products manufactured by Wolf Steel Ltd. The proposed warehouse facility would be an expansion of the existing facilities owned and operated by Wolf Steel Ltd. currently located at 9 and 24 Napoleon Road and would permit the consolidation of the warehousing operations into one facility. Various documents were submitted in support of the application including: 1. Planning Analysis Report dated February 15, 2011 from Meridian Planning Consultants 2. Environmental Impact Study dated February 14, 2011 from Azimuth Environmental Consulting 3. Traffic Impact Study from C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. 4. Natural Hazards Assessment- C.C Tatham & Associates Ltd. 5. Stage One Archaeological Background Research- AMICK Consulting Limited 1.5.2 Proposal and Site History The amendment originated from an application for appropriate planning amendments to permit the use of the subject lands for a warehouse facility for the storage and distribution of products manufactured by Wolf Steel Ltd. The proposed warehouse facility would allow Wolf Steel Ltd. To consolidate their warehousing operations into one facility, provide additional space for manufacturing in their current facilities on napoleon Drive, and allow Wolf Steel to continue their operations within the Township of Oro- Medonte. Wolf Steel Ltd. Originated operations in the Township in 1988 with the acquisition of 9 Napoleon Drive as their proposed production facility for wood and gas fireplaces. This property was the subject of additions in 1989, 1994, and 1998 at which point no additional lands were available on the south side of Napoleon Drive for future expansion. On this basis, in 1998 Wolf Steel Ltd. acquired the lands on the north side of Napoleon Drive (MAS #24) to provide for continued expansion. Three expansions to the 24 Napoleon Drive facility were completed in 2000, 2003, and 2004 again leaving the company with no additional lands available to permit additional expansion of the manufacturing operation or long term growth of the company. 8 While it is recognized that there are other Industrial designated lands within the Township; the intent of the proposed warehouse facility is to permit the consolidation of the company operations into one location and therefore expansion onto other Industrial designated lands in the Township is not considered to be an appropriate alternative. The proposed expansion onto the lands known as 2631 Gore Road immediately south of the existing facilities and operation at 9 Napoleon Road is considered the most logical. 1.5.3 Provincial Planning Policies - Provincial Policy Statement and Places to Grow Growth Plan Provincial Policv Statement The intent of the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) is to build strong and healthy communities while at the same time promoting efficient land use and development patterns. Policy 1.1.1(b) provides that healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by accommodating an appropriate range and mix of residential, employment (including industrial, commercial and institutional uses) recreational and open spaces to meet long term needs. Policy 1.1.2 provides that sufficient land shall be made available through intensification and redevelopment to accommodate an appropriate range and mix of employment opportunities, housing and other land uses to meet projected needs for time horizon of up to 20 years. This proposal is to accommodate the expansion of an existing and established industrial use to adjacent land. Section 2.3.5 of the PPS provides a set of criteria in which Planning authorities must follow in order to exclude land from prime agricultural areas. Section 2.3.5.1 (c) lists the criteria for limited non-residential uses. These policies would allow for the removal of land from prime agricultural areas provided that the land does not comprise a specialty crop area. Upon review of the proposed 6.0 hectares being re-designated to Industrial, a specialty crop area does not appear to be located on the lands; therefore this policy would be satisfied. It is required to demonstrate that there are no reasonable alternative locations which avoid prime agricultural areas. The Planning Report that was submitted with the applications showed that the purpose for selecting these lands is that it is in close proximity to the existing Wolf Steel operations on Napoleon Road. The surrounding lands uses of the existing operation include Highway 11 to the North, County Road 93 (Penetanguishene Road) to the west and further to the west Rural designated lands are located in the Township of Springwater. In addition, the subject lands are separated from other agricultural lands to the south Willow Creek and associated flood area. The subject lands are a small isolated Agricultural designated parcel with limited connection to surrounding larger agricultural lands. The subject lands have also been identified as adjacent to a natural feature, which policy 2.1.6 does not permit any development or site alteration, unless the ecological function of the adjacent lands has been evaluated and it has demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts on the natural features. The applicant has submitted an Environmental Impact Study to address this policy, which concluded that the proposed development would not have any negative impacts on the ecological functions. To ensure that the features will be protected the lands are proposed to be re-designated to Environmental 9 Protection from Agricultural. This will enhance and existing Environmental Protection (EP) Zone, on the property. Further detailed analysis of this issue will completed during Site Plan Application stage. The proposed re-designation of the subject lands from "Agricultural" to "Industrial" and "Environmental Protection One" is consistent with the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement. Places to Grow The Places to Grow Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe has been in place since 2006. The Growth Plan calls for complete communities, whether it is urban or rural, based on well-designed mix of residential, recreational and employment uses. The Plan also helps guide decisions on a wide range of issues ranging from transportation, infrastructure planning, land use planning, urban form, housing, natural heritage and resource planning. In reviewing the proposed applications, the Growth Plan provides guidance for planning and investing for a balance of jobs and housing in communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Section 2.2.6, "Employment Lands" speak to an adequate supply of land providing locations for a variety of employment use will be maintained to accommodate the growth forecasts in the Plan. Subsection 2 provides that municipalities will promote economic development and competitiveness by "providing for an appropriate mix of employment uses including industrial, commercial and institutional uses to meet long-term needs." Subsection 2c) provides municipalities will promote economic development by: planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and futures uses. The proposed expansion of the industrial use on the subject lands allows for the long-term needs of Wolf Steel and employment opportunities for the Oro-Medonte to be met. Section 3.2.4, "Moving Goods" speaks to ensuring that the movement of good. Subsection (1) states "the first priority of highway investment is to facilitate efficient goods movement by linking inter-modal facilities, international gateways, and communities within the GGH". By locating the proposed warehouse facility adjacent to the existing Wolf Steel operations, the efficient movement of goods can be achieved which would eliminate the need for storage facilities in Barrie and transportation vehicles on the highways. The proposed amendment to the Official Plan conforms with the policies of the Places to Grow Growth Plan. 1.5.4 County of Simcoe Planning Policies The site is designated Rural and Agricultural and Greenlands in the County of Simcoe Official Plan. An amendment to the County Plan is not required. The County Plan does outline various criteria for consideration for new development and these have been taken into consideration in the proposal. In the Rural and Agricultural designation, local municipalities shall determine and map areas considered prime agricultural areas in their official Plans (Section 3.6.4). Thus if the portion of the property designated "Agricultural" was re-designated (as proposed) to 10 "Industrial" to accommodate the proposed warehouse use, the "Rural" policies of the County of Simcoe Official Plan would apply. Rural business parks are permitted uses in the Rural designation, therefore the proposed use would be considered to be an expansion to the cluster of industrial uses in this area and would comply with the business park definition of the County Official Plan. The "Rural" policies do consider (new) single industrial development uses, where appropriate sites within settlements are not available (Section 3.6.7). The proposed Amendment contemplates the expansion of an existing industrial use, therefore the policies under section 3.6.7 do not apply. The other designation applicable to the subject lands is "Greenlands". The lands are located within this designation on the basis of the location of Willow Creek which runs through the middle of the property. In order to address the environmental constraints, the applicant submitted an Environmental Impact Study. The proposed development of the warehouse appears to be on table lands which fall outside the Greenlands area. The amendment of the designation of the subject lands from Agricultural to Industrial permit the proposed warehouse facility would conform to the County of Simcoe Official Plan. 1.5.5 Township of Oro-Medonte Plannina Policies The subject lands are presently designated "Agricultural" in the Township Official Plan. The proposed Official Plan Amendment proposes to re-designate a portion of the lands to "Industrial" and "Environmental Protection One". Section C8 of the Official Plan contains the objectives for the Industrial designation, which include "to provide lands for the creation of industrial employment opportunities at location that maximize the use of existing infrastructure." The permitted uses in the "Industrial" designation include manufacturing, assembly, processing, fabrication, storage and/or warehousing uses. The proposed use of the lands to permit the development of a warehouse facility would conform to the permitted uses in the "Industrial" designation. Also as part of this Official Plan Amendment application, a portion of the lands are proposed to be re-designated to "Environmental Protection One", which will further enhance the existing environmental feature on the property (Willow Creek) and the wetland on the adjacent lands. The applicant has provided a justification for the reasoning behind the removal of lands from prime agricultural areas, which was addressed in Section 1.5.3 above. Section A2.7.2 of the Official Plan provides strategic objectives in promoting economic development in the Township. Subsection (g) strives to "encourage wherever possible through the land use planning process the retention and expansion of existing business in the Township" With the existing Wolf Steel operations on the adjacent lands to the north, the proposed Official plan Amendment application is in keeping with the intent of the goals of the Economic Development areas. In considering any application for an Official Plan Amendment, consideration of Section E1.7-Amendments to the Official Plan is required. This section states that the Plan is intended to manage change in the Township for the next 20 years and that the Plan identifies enough land for residential, commercial, and industrial uses until the year 2022. On this basis, the policies state that the Plan should only be amended when the policies have been found not to address issues or alternatively issues have been raised with a site-specific proposal that are required to be addressed in a comprehensive 11 manner. The proposed application for an Official Plan Amendment for a proposed new industrial use is in keeping with the intent of the industrial policies. The application is also proposing to re-designate a portion of the lands to Environmental Protection One (EP1). This will identify and protect the existing watercourse (Willow Creek) on the subject lands. Section B2 of the Official Plan identifies the objectives of the Environmental Protection One which states "to maintain and enhance the ecological integrity of the natural heritage system" and "to minimize the loss or fragmentation of significant wetlands and the habitats and ecological functions they provide." The proposed re-designation would conform with the objectives of the EP1 designation in the Official Plan. In the consideration of the proposed Official Plan Amendment to re-designation of the lands from "Agricultural" to "Industrial" and "Environmental Protection One" is in keeping with the intent and conforms with the policies of the Official Plan. 1.5.6 Township of Oro-Medonte Zoning By-law 97-95 The subject lands are zoned Agricultural/Rural (A/RU) and Environmental Protection (EP) Zones by Zoning By-law 97-95. The applicant is proposing to rezone the 6.0 hectares of the lands to Economic Development Hold (ED (H)) Zone, while the Environmental Protection (EP) Zone along the Willow Creek is proposed to be enhanced as a result of the environmental studies. The existing EP Zone adjacent to Penetanguishene Road contains an existing MTO drainage ditch. It is proposed to be rerouted and connected to the ditch to the proposed Stormwater management pond located south-west corner of the site. These lands are proposed to be rezoned to Economic Development Hold (ED (H)) Zone. If the Official Plan and Zoning Amendment applications are approved, a Site Plan application would also be required prior to the issuance of building permits. The site plan process would review matters including: building and access locations, parking layouts, Stormwater management, landscaping, servicing and traffic movement on and off the site. The necessary permits from NVCA, County of Simcoe and MTO will be required to be obtained prior to Site Plan approval. The zoning of the lands to the north are zoned Economic Development (ED) Zone and to the east in the Township of Springwater are zone General Industrial/ Outside Storage (M0*11), which permits various industrial Uses. The subject lands are located within the Floodplain Overlay in Zoning By-law 97-95, which prohibit development from occurring in hazardous area. Section B5.1.3.2 of the Township Official Plan states "no new development is permitted on lands subject to the Holding Provisions until the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority approves the development". The implementation of the Holding Provision will ensure that development is being directed outside of hazardous lands adjacent to the Willow Creek. The proposed application to rezone the lands to permit 6.0 hectares to Economic Development Hold (ED (H)) Zone is in keeping with the surrounding land uses. While the increased Environmental Protection (EP) Zone, will further enhance the environmental buffer along the wetland to the south and Willow Creek. The amendment only comes into force and effect upon the approval of the Official Plan Amendment by the County of Simcoe. 12 1.5.7 Conclusions On the basis of the analysis provided above, Planning staff support the proposed Official Plan Amendment #30 to re-designate the subject lands from "Agricultural" to "Industrial" and "Environmental Protection One" and rezoned the lands from Agricultural/Rural (A/RU) to Economic Development (ED) and Environmental Protection (EP) Zone. The proposed Official Plan Amendment Application and Zoning By-law Amendment Application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and Places to Grow and conforms with the policies of the County of Simcoe Official Plan and Township of Oro- Medonte Official Plan. The proposed Amendment which would permit and expansion of an existing Industrial use and promote economic development through the retention of an existing business in the Township is considered to be appropriate and represents good planning. 13 PART II- THE AMENDMENT 2.1 PREAMBLE All of this part of the document entitled "Part II- The Amendment", consisting of the attached text and map schedule constitutes Amendment No.30 to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte. 2.2 DETAILS OF THE AMENDMENT The Official Plan for the Township of Oro-Medonte is hereby Amended as follows: Schedule A Land Use to the Official Plan is hereby amended by re- designating lands described as North Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 (geographic Township of Oro) and identified on Schedule "A-1" attached hereto and forming part of this Amendment, from the "Agricultural" designation to the "Industrial" designation and the "Environmental Protection One" designation. 2.3 IMPLEMENTATION This amendment to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte will be implemented by an amendment to Zoning By-law 97-95, as amended, of the Township of Oro-Medonte. The provisions of the Official Plan regarding the implementation of that Plan shall also apply to this amendment. 2.4 INTERPRETATION The provisions of the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte, as amended from time to time, shall apply to this Amendment. 14 Appendix 1: Planning Report -Meridian Planning Consultants Inc. - February 15, 2011 15 Planning Report Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment For Wolf Steel Limited Township of Oro-Medonte February 15, 2011 -TABLE OF CONTENTS- 1.0 PREAMBLE ..................................................................................................1 2.0 WOLF STEEL LIMITED ....................................................................................1 2.1 The Corporation .....................................................................................1 2.2 The Evolution Of Wolf Steel .......................................................................2 2.3 Wolf Steel Logistics .................................................................................3 3.0 SITE DETAILS ..............................................................................................4 3.1 Location Of Subject Lands .........................................................................4 3.2 Site Description 5 4.0 PROPOSED LAND USE ...................:................................................................6 4.1 Wolf Steel Expansion Plans ........................................................................6 5.0 CURRENT REGULATORY CONTEXT .....................................................................9 5.1 Provincial Policy Statement 2005 .................................................................9 5.2 Places to Grow - Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 12 5.3 Proposed Amendment 1 To The Growth Plan 15 5.4 County Of Simcoe Official Plan 15 5.5 Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan 16 5.6 Oro-Medonte Township Zoning By-law 19 6.0 TECHNICAL STUDIES COMPLETED BY WOLF STEEL 20 6.1 Traffic 20 6.2 Archaeological Assessment 21 6.3 Environmental Impact Statement 21 6.4 Natural Hazard Assessment 22 6.5 Functional Servicing 22 7.0 POLICY AND REGULATORY ANALYSIS 23 7.1 Provincial Policy Statement 2005 23 7.1.1 Building Strong Communities 23 7.1.2 Removal of Lands from Prime Agricultural Areas 23 7.1.3 Permitted Land Uses in Rural Areas 23 7.1.4 Employment Areas 24 7.1.5 Transportation Systems 25 7.1.6 Long-Term Economic Prosperity 25 7.1.7 Technical Considerations 25 7.1.8 Planning Opinion on Consistency with the Provincial Policy Statement 2005 25 7.2 Places to Grow - Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 25 7.3 Proposed Amendment 1 To The Growth Plan 27 7.4 The County of Simcoe Official Plan 28 7.5 Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan 28 7.5.1 Agricultural Lands 28 7.5.2 Industrial Designation 28 7.5.3 Environmental Features 28 7.5.4 Floodplain Management 29 7.5.5 Industrial Zoning Application and Site Plan Control Application 29 7.5.6 Traffic Considerations 30 7.5.7 Servicing, Soils and Groundwater 30 7.5.8 Official Plan Summary 30 8.0 CONCLUSIONS 30 -LIST OF FIGURES- Figure 1: Property Location Figure 2: Surrounding Land Use Figure 3: Existing Site Conditions Figure 4: Conceptual Land Use Plan Figure 5: Proposed Conditions Figure 6: Concept Site Plan Figure 7: The Growth Plan 1.0 PREAMBLE This planning report has been prepared in support of applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for Township of Oro-Medonte. The intent of the applications is to facilitate the expansion of the growing Wolf Steel operations through the development of a warehouse located at the south east corner of the intersection of County Road 93 and Gore Road. The lands are described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 in the geographic Township of Oro. The property subject to the amendments has a total lot area of 20.5 hectares (50.6 acres) but because of development constraints, only 6 hectares of land is proposed to be designated for the development of the proposed warehouse facility. Wolf Steel Ltd., along with its subsidiary companies which include Napoleon Fireplaces and Napoleon Appliance Corporation (NAC), is a manufacturer and distributor of high quality wood and gas fireplaces, barbecues, furnaces, indoor waterfalls and related products. Currently, Wolf Steel's primary manufacturing facilities and headquarters are located on Napoleon Drive, immediately north of the subject properties. Through a corporate review, Wolf Steel Ltd., has identified that the only feasible location for a warehouse facility is in close proximity to the existing operations and has concluded that other designated lands employment lands in the Township and County will not support the Wolf Steel business model which is based on the assumption that Wolf Steel will continue to be located in their current location in Oro-Medonte Township. The proposed development of the warehouse facility would: 1. Allow Wolf Steel Ltd. to consolidate warehousing operations into one facility. 2. Free-up space in their existing facilities on Napoleon Drive and at 214 Bayview Drive, in Barrie, for additional manufacturing. 3. Allow Wolf Steel Ltd. to continue to operate in the Township of Oro-Medonte. At the present time, because warehousing operation are not consolidated with their manufacturing facilities in Oro-Medonte, there area a number of significant inefficiencies that have an impact on cost and the timing of delivery of product to market. In addition freeing-up space a their existing facilities in Oro-Medonte for manufacturing will allow for even more corporate growth and expansion to meet strong consumer demand. To facilitate expansion, Wolf Steel Ltd. is submitting applications to the Township of Oro- Medonte for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment. This planning report has been prepared to assess applicable Provincial and local planning policies and other technical matters that should be considered in the context of these applications. 2.0 WOLF STEEL LIMITED 2.1 THE CORPORATION Wolf Steel Ltd. and owner Wolfgang Schroeter began manufacturing steel railings in 1976. Since that time, Wolf Steel Ltd. developed to include Napoleon Fireplaces and Napoleon 'Gourmet Grills. The first wood stove was produced over 30 years ago in a 1,000 square foot manufacturing facility. Today, Wolf Steel operates over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing and has over 400 employees. Napoleon is North America's largest privately owned Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 1 manufacturer of wood and gas fireplaces (inserts and stoves), gourmet gas and charcoal grills, outdoor living products and waterfalls. Napoleon has been a family-owned and operated company for more than 30 years and as a corporation, Napoleon strives to create a culture where respect for the individual is automatic and where people are encouraged and supported in their work and in their workplace. Napoleon feels a strong sense of responsibility to the local community and is supports a variety of charitable organizations, from athletic teams, schools, hospitals, recreation centres and health-related causes through fundraising assistance and donations. Wolf Steel and Napoleon is a current major supporter of Georgian College in Barrie and the Royal Victoria Hospital. 2.2 THE EVOLUTION OF WOLF STEEL Wolf Steel has evolved from a proprietary business over 30 years ago to a successful corporation with facilities in Canada, the United States, Europe and China. Table 1 outlines Wolf Steel's Oro-Medonte operations while Table 2 provides details on Wolf Steel's operations outside of Oro-Medonte. Table 1: Wolf Steel Expansion History in Oro-Medonte WOLF STEEL General 9 NAPOLEON RD, BARRIE 24 NAPOLEON RD, BARRIE (88,837 ft2- Total) (177,337 ft2) Property Area 4.13 hectares 3.08 hectares Number of buildings 1 1 Purchase date of each parcel of 1988 1998 land Phase 1 -1988 Phase 1- 2001 Date each building was Phase 2 - 1994 Phase 2 - 2003 constructed Phase 3 - 1999 Phase 3 - 2005 Details Building Function Manufacturing Manufacturing $ Warehouse Number of Office Associates 58 33 Number of Manufacturing 113 131 Associates *In addition to the Oro-Medonte expansions, Napoleon Appliance Corporation expanded locally to Barrie and began production in 1994 at 214 Bayview Drive (See Table 2). Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 2 Table 2: Wolf Steel Operations Outside Oro-Medonte Townshin Operation Location Function Employee Type ! Employee Total Napoleon Appliance - 214 Bayview Drive, Manufacturing and Warehousing 40 Office / 95 Corporation Barrie ON Manufacturing 135 Wolf Steel Ltee - Logistique 7200 Autoroute Warehouse/ Distribution 2 associates - 2 Quebec Transcanadienne Office 103 Miller Drive Wolf Steel USA Crittenden, Manufacturing/Warehouse/Distribution 5 Office / 17 22 Kentucky Manufacturing Wolf Steel China Guangzhou, China Manufacturing/Warehouse/Distribution 18 Office / 70 88 Manufacturing The Table 3 summarizes the evolution of Wolf Steel in terms of additional floor space in Oro- Medonte since 1988. Table 3: Evolution of Wolf Steel in Oro Medonte Year Milestone 1988 9 Napoleon Drive purchased as a production facility for wood and gas fireplaces 1994 Phase 2 addition to 9 Napoleon Drive 1994 214 Bayview Drive purchased to accommodate grill manufacturing" 1998 24 Napoleon Drive purchased for expansion purposes 1999 Phase 3 addition to 9 Napoleon Drive 2001 Phase 1 of 24 Napoleon Drive completed (73,195 ft2) 2003 Phase 2 addition to 24 Napoleon Drive (29,716 ft2) 2005 Phase 3 addition to 24 Napoleon Drive (74,729ft2) 2010 Purchase of the Expansion Lands Subject to these applications ttty of Barne property 2.3 WOLF STEEL LOGISTICS Logistics are the major reason why a new warehouse is required to be developed as part of the current Wolf Steel operations. Due to rapid business expansion, Wolf Steel has been required to rent off-site warehouse space in Barrie which results in the double shipment of goods from both the Oro-Medonte manufacturing facilities on Napoleon Drive and the NAC manufacturing facilities on Bayview Drive in the City of Barrie. Wolf Steel has identified this practice as being inefficient and unsustainable over the long term and as a result requires the consolidation of manufacturing, warehouse and shipping at one location that is in close proximity the existing operations. Wolf Steel has indicated that the construction of a warehouse facility at any other location would not be feasible with their business model and would result in a significant amount of additional expenses related to the movement and storage of goods and operational E" Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 3 costs related to management and accounting associated with a facility that is not in proximity to the existing Wolf Steel operations. Currently, Wolf Steel accounts for about 70 percent of the overall operation with Napoleon Appliance Corporation (NAC) in Barrie accounting for about 30 percent. If a new warehouse facility is constructed in Oro-Medonte, product from the NAC facility will be shunted to the new warehouse for storage and distribution to realize efficiencies and consolidate operations. In order to transport finished product from manufacturing facilities, Wolf Steel operates two shunts per day (53 foot trailer) between the Wolf Steel operations on Napoleon Drive and the NAC operations on Bayview Drive and the off-site warehouse. Travel time is currently 45 minutes each way between the production facilities and the off-site warehouse and the travel times are anticipated to increase as traffic congestion in Barrie increase. Once production is complete, products are required to be picked up at the various facilities, orders consolidated and then shipped to customers. The development of an on-site warehouse would provide for the consolidation of orders and products at one facility and significantly streamline the product distribution component of Wolf Steels local operations. 3.0 SITE DETAILS 3.1 LOCATION OF SUBJECT LANDS The subject property is located in the geographic Township of Oro, on the south side of Gore Road and the east side of Highway 93 as shown on Figure 1. The total lot area of the subject lands 20.5 hectares (50 acres) with frontage of 180 metres on County Road 93 and 754 metres on Gore Road . The lands are legally described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 in the geographic Township of Oro, now in the Township of Oro-Medonte. The existing developed Wolf Steel properties in Oro-Medonte have a combined lot area totaling slightly more than 7 hectares. 9 Napoleon Drive is designated Industrial in the Official Plan and zoned Economic Development in the Township Zoning By-law. 24 Napoleon Drive is designated Industrial and Commercial and zoned Economic Development. 24 Napoleon Drive is located on the north side of Napoleon Road and 9 Napoleon Road is located on the south side of Napoleon Road and on the north side of Gore Road. The subject lands are located on the south side of Gore Road and were purchased by Wolf Steel because of their proximity to Wolf Steel's existing operations and the convenient access to Highway 11 and Highway 400. The lands which are proposed to be designated and zoned for industrial purposes have a land area of 6 hectares (14.8 acres) with a frontage along Gore Road of 375 metres and frontage on County Road 93 of 180 metres. Additional lands on the subject property are also proposed to be zoned and designated to more appropriately reflect the environmental features on, and adjacent to the property. The land uses surrounding the subject site can be characterized as being either rural, industrial or institutional as illustrated on Figure 2. A new church has been proposed to the east of the subject site. Planning Report t February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 4 3.2 SITE DESCRIPTION The subject site consists of a rural property of 20.5 hectares (50 acres) that is comprised of agricultural lands, wooded areas and is bisected by Willow Creek as identified on Figure 3. Figure 3 identifies the existing conditions of the site. The portion of the property that is subject to the applications consists of approximately 6 hectares (14.8 acres) and is identified Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 5 by the green hatching on Figures 1 and 2. The site currently has two structures which include t a barn and a dwelling that are supported by on-site water and septic systems. Topographically, the site slopes from north-west to south-east towards the Willow Creek. There is an existing drainage course that traverses the site from north to south. The purpose of this existing drainage course is to convey surface water from the MTO lands to the north of the site. As part of the development proposal, applications will be made to the Nottawasaga Conservation Authority (NVCA) to re-route this drainage feature and preconsultation with the NVCA in this regard has already occurred. Figure 3: Existing Site Conditions a*£ 11 WOLF STEEL a-~ I Existing Conditions ~Fi•,;_ .•t 9 `T _ i4",... PART LOT 10. CONCESSION I I• r Township of Oro • Medonte ~ r County ofSimcoe Y m - tw4r Legend -Existing Drainage Swale NVCA Regional Floodline a.. "Munfdpal Boundary ":::Subject Land 'Willow Creek NVCA Wettand Meander Belt - Hazard ]Existing Environmental Protection Zone 0 30 60 90 120 150 6'atres UPWRIDLAY 4.0 PROPOSED LAND USE Wolf Steel Ltd. has acquired the subject lands with the primary objective of expanding their current operations by developing a warehouse facilities on the 6 hectare site proposed to be designated and zoned for industrial use through this application. The expansion plans are summarized below. 4.1 WOLF STEEL EXPANSION PLANS The expansion would involve the development of a site with capacity to accommodate up to a 25,528 square metre (274,781 square foot) warehouse. While detailed designs have not been completed, the building is anticipated to have loading facilities for 30 trucks (10 receiving and 20 shipping). A flow-through traffic pattern is proposed with access from Gore Road and exit on to County Road 93. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 6 The warehouse is anticipated to be developed in phases however the scale of the phasing has not been determined at the time of preparation of this report. Figure 4 identifies a conceptual land use plan for the subject site. Figure 4: Conceptual Land Use Plan °x EXISTING RURAL LANDS nor-k-t~_ -rOBEMAINTAINED M YF -F . .s OP - Agricultural - 1 r4~~Ut~iEr3:sr~ OP - Agricultural ~r R ` Y L 37"~M+ 1 4 p~fi usE'X Z8 - Agricultural Rural z c gN ' EXISTING RURAL LANDS ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES TO BE MAINTAINED TO BE RECOGNIZED r7 OP - Agricultural i OP - Environmental Protection ZB -Agricultural /Rural ZB • Environmental Protection 1 Figure 5 identifies the proposed conditions for the site including the location of development on the site, proposed environmental protection zoning, drainage course rerouting, cut and fill areas and future stormwater management facility locations. Due to the location of the Willow Creek Flood Plain, development on the site has been situated as far to the north and west as possible. No portion of the building is proposed within the flood plain area however a small cut/fill balance has been proposed to accommodate parking and loading areas on the site. These cut and fill areas are identified by purple hatching. This will require the relocation of the MTO drainage ditch along the western edge of the property as identified by cyan coloured marking. The drainage course will connect with the proposed stormwater management pond on the southern limits of the property and then reconnect with the existing alignment to the east of the stormwater management facility. The Environmental Protecting zoning on the property is proposed to be expanded as a result of the supporting studies submitted with this application. The additional land to be zoned Environmental Protection are identified by red hatching. These lands generally include a 30 metre buffer of the NVCA mapped wetland and include the entire meander belt of Willow Creek. The warehouse building is identified by the black hatching and is proposed to be built into the slope on the north-west portion of the property. The building is anticipated to have space allocated for second-storey offices in the northwest corner. 10 receiving docks are proposed along the eastern wall of the building and 20 shipping docks are proposed along the southern wall of the building. Parking for over 50 vehicles is also proposed for the site. Figure 6 is the concept site plan. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 7 Figure b: Concept bite Plan TO W WLT AT6 I - _ f.. • ' ~ - J g3 ~ ~ =CORE OAO 4' I ..arw Tq msTw~aua .~T o / _ : -3w~ °1 rE .~PPdP0~0 1 1 40 %a va.o - - lt`` - 1 ay-- ! I!i f ii ii%11 aramn rn,", I l l! II!~l( i I n - ' m 1 -41 Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 8 Figure 5: Proposed Conditions 5.0 CURRENT REGULATORY CONTEXT l._ This Section of the report will review and summarize the current Provincial, County and municipal policy which are applicable to the subject lands, specifically the Provincial Policy Statement, the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, Amendment 1 to the Growth Plan, the County of Simcoe Official Plan and Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan. 5.1 PROVINCIAL POLICY STATEMENT 2005 The Provincial Policy Statement 2005 (2005 2005) provides a policy basis to guide land use planning in the Province. The PPS 2005 recognizes lands as being within a settlement area, rural area, or prime agricultural area. The subject lands, 9 Napoleon Drive and 24 Napoleon Drive are located outside of a settlement area. The existing developed industrial properties are considered to be in a rural area in accordance with the PPS 2005 and the lands subject to the application are considered to be within a prime agricultural area as a result of their Agricultural designation in the Township Official Plan. Section 1.0 of the PPS 2005 provides policies with respect to building strong communities and states that: "Ontario's long term prosperity, environmental health and social well-being depend on wisely managing change and promoting efficient land use and development patterns. Efficient land use and development patterns support strong, liveable and healthy communities, protect the environment and public health and safety, and facilitate economic growth." Section 1.1 also contains policies that provide direction on the location of growth and land uses in the Province. Section 1.1.1 states: "Healthy, livable and safe communities are sustained by: a) Promoting efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well-being of the Province and municipalities over the long term; b) accommodating an appropriate range and mix of residential, employment (including industrial, commercial and institutional uses), recreational and open space uses to meet long-term needs; c) avoiding development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns; Section 1.1.2 states: Sufficient land shall be made available through intensification and redevelopment and, if necessary, designated growth areas, to accommodate an appropriate range and mix of employment opportunities, housing and other land uses to meet projected needs for a time horizon of up to 20 years. However, where an alternate time period has been established for specific areas of the Province as a result of a provincial planning exercise or a provincial plan, that time frame may be used for municipalities within the area. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 9 Section 1.1.3.1 states: "Settlement areas shall be the focus of growth and their vitality and regeneration shall be promoted. Section 1.1.4 contains policies for Rural Areas in Municipalities. "1.1.4.1 In rural areas located in municipalities: (a) permitted uses and activities shall related to the management or use of resources, resourced based recreational activities, limited residential development and other rural land uses; (b) development shall be appropriate to the infrastructure which is planned or available, and avoid the need for the unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion of this infrastructure; (f) opportunities should be retained to locate new or expanding land uses that require separation for other uses; Section 1.3 provides policies related to Employment Areas. "1.3.1 Planning authorities shall promote economic development and competitiveness by: (a) providing for an appropriate mix and range of employment (including industrial, commercial and institutional uses) to meet long-term needs; (b) providing opportunities for a diversified economic base, including maintaining a range and choice of suitable sites for employment uses which support a wide range of economic activities and ancillary uses, and take into account the needs of existing and future businesses; (c) planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and future uses; and (d) ensuring the necessary infrastructure is provided to support current and projected needs. The PPS 2005, defines Employment Areas as: "those areas designated in an official plan for clusters of businesses and economic activities including, but not limited to, manufacturing, warehousing, offices, and associated retail and ancillary facilities." Section 1.6.5 of the PPS 2005 provides policies related to Transportation: Section 1.6.5.2 states: "Efficient use shall be made of existing and planned infrastructure." Section 1.6.5.4 states: Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 10 r' A land use pattern, density and mix of uses should be promoted that minimize the length and number of vehicle trips and support the development of viable choices and plans for public transit and other alternative transportation modes, including commuter rail and bus. Section 1.6.5.5 states: "Transportation and land use considerations shall be integrated at all stages of the planning process. " Section 1.7 of the PPS 2005 contains policies on Long-Term Economic Prosperity: "1.7.1 Long-term economic prosperity should be supported by: a) optimizing the long-term availability and use of land, resources, infrastructure and public service facilities;" Section 2.2.1 contains policies that require the protection of water resources: "2.2.1 Planning authorities shall protect, improve or restore the quality and quantity of water by: a) using the watershed as the ecologically meaningful scale for planning; f) promoting efficient and sustainable use of water resources, including practices for water conservation and sustaining water quality, and g) ensuring stormwater management practices minimize stormwater volumes and contaminant loads, and maintain or increase the extent of vegetative and pervious surfaces." Section 2.3 contains policies that pertain to Agriculture: Prime agricultural areas are defined in the PPS 2005 as: "areas where prime agricultural lands predominate. This includes: areas of prime agricultural land and associated Canada Land Inventory Class 4-7 soils; and additional areas where there is a local concentration of farms which exhibit characteristics of ongoing agriculture. Prime agricultural areas may be identified by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food using evaluation procedures established by the Province as amended from time to time, or may also be identified through an alternative agricultural land evaluation system approved by the Province." Section 2.3.5 contains policies with respect to the removal of land from prime agricultural areas. Section 2.3.5.1 states that: "2.3.5.1 Planning authorities may only exclude land from prime agricultural areas for: C) limited non-residential uses, provided that: 1 the land does not comprise a specialty crop area; 2. there is a demonstrated need within the planning horizon provided for in policy 1. 1.2 for additional land to be designated to accommodate the proposed use; Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 11 3. there are no reasonable alternative locations which avoid prime agricultural areas; and 4. there are no reasonable alternative locations in prime agricultural areas with lower priority agricultural lands." Section 3.1 of the PPS 2005 contains policies related to natural hazards. "3.1.1 Development shall generally be directed to areas outside of. b) hazardous lands adjacent to river, stream and small inland lake systems which are impacted by flooding hazards and/or erosion hazards; and 3.1.2 Development and site alteration shall not be permitted within: C) areas that would be rendered inaccessible to people and vehicles during times of flooding hazards, erosion hazards and/or dynamic beach hazards, unless it has been demonstrated that the site has safe access appropriate for the nature of the development and the natural hazard; and d) a floodway regardless of whether the area of inundation contains high points of land not subject to flooding." 3.1.3 Despite policy 3.1.2, development and site alteration may be permitted in certain areas identified in policy 3.1.2: b) where the development is limited to uses which by their nature must locate within the floodway, including flood and/or erosion control works or minor additions or passive non-structural uses which do not affect flood flows. Section 4.0 of the PPS 2005 contains implementation policies. Section 4.4 states: "In implementing the Provincial Policy Statement, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing may take into account other considerations when making decision to support strong communities, a clean and healthy environment and the economic vitality of the Province." 5.2 PLACES TO GROW - GROWTH PLAN FOR THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE The Growth Plan is a Provincial policy document that was established by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure and Renewal in 2005. The Growth Plan builds on the policies established in the Provincial Policy Statement and provides direction on where and how development should occur within the Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH). The Growth Plan also applies to the "outer- ring" of the GGH, wherein the subject lands are located, as illustrated in Figure 7. Section 2.1 of the Growth Plan indicates the importance of building complete communities whether urban or rural and states; "This Plan is about building complete communities, whether urban or rural. These are communities that are well-designed, offer transportation choices, accommodate people at all states of life and have the right mix of housing , a good range of jobs and easy access to stores and services to meet daily needs." Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 12 is I he Growth Plan E Z S „H Subj 7 t Lands d. 11 ~ati - - All legend ® Urban-fiaNd[ Cmmes dHAft Rar[spottatbn Mm BOrdar cgs n ' - • '4` EAUrg Major Fio mr s G intemmdd Hi.Be 4sh-W B=nlom (SJG MMMA&W AI as Epsteg Rd ones • 5~) Pe X.A Axpor. - T 6 - Wmard Cag(• ® Mayor vats EconoTc 4 GW qY Ecmpmk Zone C4;~ C- Gmceph-A Gwitbett Area s dGICNd1Bd Atea Greater Golden a f?.'.a; _ FbsiMe e m th p~ Neg.. 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Population and employment growth will be accommodated by: a) directing a significant portion of new growth to the built-up areas of the community through intensification f) ensuring the availability of sufficient land for employment for employment to accommodate forecasted growth to support the GGHs economic competitiveness g) planning and investing for a balance of jobs and housing in communities across the GGH to reduce the need for long distance commuting and to increase the modal share for transit, walking and cycling Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 13 i) directing development to settlement areas, except where necessary for development related to the management or use of resources, resource-based recreational activities, and rural land uses that cannot be located in settlement areas j) directing major growth to settlement areas that offer municipal water and wastewater systems and limiting growth in settlement areas that are serviced by other forms of water and wastewater services. Section 2.2.6 of the Growth Plan, provides policy direction with respect to the allocation of employment lands by municipalities. The policies of this section encourage municipalities to maintain an adequate supply of employment land while taking into account the needs of existing and future businesses. These policies of the Growth Plan are summarized below: "1. An adequate supply of lands providing locations for a variety of appropriate employment uses will be maintained to accommodate the growth forecasts in Schedule 3. 2. Municipalities will promote economic development and competitiveness by: a) providing for an appropriate mix of employment uses including industrial, commercial and institutional uses to meet long-term needs; b) providing opportunities for a diversified economic base, including maintaining a range and choice of suitable sites for employment uses which support a wide range of economic activities and ancillary uses, and take into account the needs of existing and future businesses; c) planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and future uses; and, d) ensuring the necessary infrastructure is provided to support current and forecasted employment needs." The Growth Plan directs new residential and employment development to existing Settlement Areas. Section 2.2.9, Rural Areas, states: "1. Rural Settlement Areas are key to the vitality and economic well being of rural communities. Municipalities are encouraged to plan for a variety of cultural and economic opportunities within Rural Settlement Areas to serve the needs of rural residents and area businesses. 2. Development outside of settlement areas, may be permitted in rural areas in accordance with Policy 2.2.2.1. (i) " Section 3.2.4 states that: "The Ministers of Transportation and Public Infrastructure Renewal, other appropriate Ministers of the Crown, and municipalities will work with agencies and transportation service providers to - a) co-ordinate and optimize goods movement systems "3. The planning and design of highway corridors, and the land use designations along these corridors, will support the policies of this Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 14 Plan, in particular that development is directed to settlement areas, in accordance with policy 2.2.2.1 (i)." 5.3 PROPOSED AMENDMENT 1 TO THE GROWTH PLAN The Province has recently released Proposed Amendment 1 to the Growth Plan for comment. The amendment provides additional policy direction to guide the location of new population and employment growth in the County and focuses on four key areas for ensuring sustainable growth in the Simcoe sub-area: • Identifying urban nodes that are the focus for growth and intensification to help curb sprawl; • Allocating population and employment growth to support these nodes and other serviced settlement areas; • Outlining a process for assessing land needs to meet the growth forecasts to 2031 and manage the supply of land available for development; and, • Identifying focuses, limited use, strategic employment areas to optimize the Highway 400 corridor and create the opportunity for investment in manufacturing jobs. Proposed Amendment 1 to the Growth Plan, and the employment growth forecasts identified in Schedule 7 include employment located in: 1) Settlement Areas; 2) Economic Employment Districts; and, 3) Strategic Industrial Employment Areas. The proposed amendment to the Growth Plan does not provide any additional policy direction for the expansion of existing rural employment uses. 5.4 COUNTY OF SIMCOE OFFICIAL PLAN Section 1.4 of the approved and in effect County Official Plan contains goals for the Plan. One of the goals is, "community economic development which promotes economic sustainability in Simcoe County communities, providing employment and business opportunities;" Section 3.6.4 of the County Official Plan implements the agricultural policies of the PPS 2005 by requiring local municipalities to determine and map prime agricultural areas. Section 3.6.4 states, "in the Rural and Agricultural Designation, local municipalities shall determine and map areas considered prime agricultural areas in their Official Plans." The County Official Plan currently designates the subject lands as Rural and Agricultural. Section 3.6.7 of the County of Simcoe Official Plan contains policies that pertain to new single industrial uses in rural areas. Section 3.6.7 states, "Single industrial uses are generally not permitted outside of settlements, business parks, or Special Development Area designations. Consideration of such proposals will require local official plan amendments and must meet the following criteria: Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 15 • the use is for the primary processing of land related resources found on the site or in close proximity of the site; • the use is incompatible in the proximity of other industrial uses; • the use has large land requirements that cannot be satisfied in settlements, business parks, or Special Development Area designations either through existing infill opportunities or expansion. The proposed must: • generate minimal truck traffic or be in the proximity of an arterial road; • have sewer and water service needs suitable for individual services; • have a small number of employees; • not be located in the proximity of residential or other incompatible uses in accordance with applicable guidelines for industrial use and distance separation; and, • except for agriculturally related industries and secondary uses, not be located in prime agricultural areas. 5.5 TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE OFFICIAL PLAN Section A2.7 of the approved and in effect Official Plan, contains a series of economic goals and strategic objectives of the Township. Goal A2.7.1 states: "it is the goal of this Plan to create jobs and to provide opportunities for economic development." Strategic objectives in section A2.7.2 include: a) To foster a competitive and positive business climate in the Township. g) To encourage wherever possible though the land use planning process the retention and expansion of existing businesses in the Township. The existing Wolf Steel buildings are currently designated Industrial in the Official Plan while the subject lands are designated Agricultural. Section A3, Land Use Concept, outlines the designations of the Official Plan and provides information on why lands are included within specific designations. Section A3.2.1 of the Plan identifies the Agricultural designation and states: "Lands designated Agricultural meet one or more of the following criteria: a) They consist of areas where prime agricultural land predominates. Prime agricultural lands include specialty crops and or/Classes 1,2 or 3 for potential agricultural capability according to the Canada Land Inventory; b) they consist of lands which, in spite of varying market conditions, are considered to be viable ongoing operations; Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 16 c) they support intensive farming operations; and/or, d) they are surrounded by or contiguous to other agricultural operations." Section A3.2.8 identifies the Industrial designation and states: "The Industrial designation applies to a number of properties in the vicinity of Highway 11." Section 62 of the Official Plan contains policies that apply to lands within the Environmental Protection One designation. No lands on or adjacent to the subject site have been designated as Environmental Protection One and no lands on or adjacent to the site have been identified as being part of a wetland in the Official Plan. The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) mapping has however identified the presence of wetlands along the southern limits of the property and to the south of the property. Section B2.4 of the Plan indicates that all lands within 120 metres of a wetland are considered to be adjacent lands and requires that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) be undertaken prior to development occurring within 120 metres of any wetland. Section B5 of the Official Plan contains Environmental Management Objectives. Objectives of the Plan are to: "a) recognize and protect all rivers and streams and other bodies of water in the Township from development that may have an impact on their function as an important component of the natural heritage system; b) ensure that development does not occur on lands that are unstable or susceptible to flooding; i) encourage the further study of natural heritage features and functions; h) ensure that the integrity of the Township's watersheds are maintained or enhanced," Section B5.1.3 provides polices that relate to Floodplain Management. Section 85.1.3 states, "Although floodplains have not been mapped in the majority of the Township, it is the intent of this Plan that no development or site alteration be permitted within the floodway of a river or stream system. The following policies shall apply to development proposed on lands susceptible to flooding under regional storm conditions: a) Development will generally be directed to areas outside of hazardous lands b) adjacent to a river or stream system that is impacted by flooding hazards. b) Development and site alteration will not be permitted within the floodway of a river or stream system. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 17 c) Development and site alteration may be permitted within the flood fringe of a river or stream system where flood depths and velocities would be less severe than those experienced within the floodway. Generally lands located above the 1:100 year return period storm elevation and below the Regional Storm Event elevation would represent the flood fringe area. Development will only be permitted within the flood fringe provided the following criteria can be achieved: • the hazards can be safely addressed and the development and site alteration can be carried out in accordance with established standards and procedures; • new hazards will not be created and existing hazards not aggravated; • no adverse environmental impacts will result; • vehicles and people have a means of safely entering and exiting the area during times of flooding and other emergencies; and, • the development does not include institutional uses or essential emergency services or the disposal, manufacture, treatment or storage of hazardous substances." Part C of the Township Official Plan outlines the various land use designations and provides objectives, permitted uses and development policies for each designation. Information pertaining to the Agricultural designation-is-found.in section C1 of the Plan. Objectives of the Agricultural designation found in section C1.1 are: To maintain and preserve the agricultural resource base of the Township. To protect land suitable for agricultural production from development and land uses unrelated to agriculture. To promote the agricultural industry and associated activities and enhance their capacity to contribute to the economy of the Township. To preserve and promote the agricultural character of the Township and the maintenance of the open countryside." Section C8 of the Township Official Plan provides objectives, permitted uses and development policies for the Industrial designation. The objectives of the Industrial designation found in section C8.1 are: To provide lands for the creation of industrial employment opportunities at locations that maximize the use of existing infrastructure. • To ensure that the design of new industrial development is sensitive to the rural character of the Township and contributes to the improvement of the appearance of the Highway 11 Corridor." Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession i (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 18 The permitted uses in the Industrial designation include typical industrial land uses such as manufacturing, warehousing and storage. Section C8.5.1 provides development policies for new industrial uses and expansion to existing industrial uses. Section C8.5.1 states: "All new uses shall be subject to an amendment to the implementing Zoning By-law and may be subject to Site Plan Control. Any redevelopment of existing industrial uses which would involve an expansion of the floor area of more than 25% may also be subject to Site Plan Control. Expansions of less than 255vo may also be subject to Site Plan Control. No expansions that would have the effect of increasing the floor area of a building that existed on July 1, 2003 by more than 257. will be permitted unless an appropriate site plan agreement is entered into. The policies of this section shall be considered by Council when an application for re- zoning and/or Site Plan Control is submitted. a) Adequate parking and loading facilities shall be provided on the site. These facilities, except for a limited amount of visitor parking, should not be located between the building(s) and Highway 11. b) Adequate buffering from adjacent residential uses shall be provided on site. c) Buildings shall be designed to blend in with their surroundings and with other buildings in the area. d) Buildings or structures on untreed sites shall incorporate landscaping to enhance the site and surrounding area. e) A high standard of landscaping shall be required on the lands adjacent to Highway 11. f) Outdoor storage areas shall be substantially screened from view from passing traffic on Highway 11. g) Where a proposed use abuts or is in close proximity to an existing residential use, fencing, landscaping, berming or a combination of these features shall be utilized to ensure that there is adequate screening between the uses." Section D of the Official Plan outlines general development policies. Section D1.2.2 provides policy for the development of new access point on to County Road 93. This policy indicates that access to County Road 93 requires approval from the County of Simcoe. Section D3.2.5 of the Official Plan provides policies that require the review of sites for archeological significance where development is proposed. Archeological assessments may be required to review the sites for the presence of archeological resources. 5.6 ORO-MEDONTE TOWNSHIP ZONING BY-LAW Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 19 The subject lands are zoned Agricultural/Rural (A/RU) and Environmental Protection (EP) in the Zoning By-taw. The Agricultural/ Rural (A/RU) Zoning applies to the majority of the site while the Environmental Protection (EP) Zoning buffers Willow Creek and the drainage course that conveys water from the intersection of Highway 11 and Highway 93 though the site. The application for Zoning By-law Amendment proposes to zone a portion of the subject property to the Economic Development (ED) Zone to permit the proposed warehouse. The drainage course that conveys water from the MTO lands is proposed to be rerouted to the western limits of the property and the Environmental Protection (EP) Zoning is proposed to be updated to appropriately reflect the location and buffer of the NVCA identified wetland on the southern portion of the property. 6.0 TECHNICAL STUDIES COMPLETED BY WOLF STEEL 6.1 TRAFFIC C.C. Tatham and Associates has prepared a Traffic Impact Study dated February, 2011 which is included as part of the application package. The summary of the key information of this report are outlined below: • Based on the estimated 2011 summer traffic volumes and the existing intersection configurations and controls, the study area intersections provide excellent levels of service (LOS A, B) during both peak hours, with minimal delays. As such, no improvements are required to support the existing conditions. • A 2013 horizon (full build out), 2018 horizon (5-year beyond full build out) and 2023 horizon (10-year beyond full build out) were analyzed for this study. • An annual future growth rate of 2% was applied to the existing traffic volumes on County Road 93 and the Highway 11 ramps to estimate future background traffic volumes for the horizon years. No growth on Napoleon Road or Gore Road was assumed, and no other significant future developments are expected near the study area by the 2023 horizon. • Under future background conditions (which consider overall growth), a southbound left turn lane is warranted on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps intersection based on MTO turn lane warrants (which in turn are based on traffic volumes). However, it is recognized that such cannot be readily implemented given the proximity of an existing church and cemetery to County Road 93 at the intersection, and the inability to shift the road alignment given the constraints at the Highway 11 overpass. Should the left turn lane not be constructed, excellent intersection operations will nonetheless be provided (ie. if the existing configuration is maintained operations will remain acceptable). • The Wolf Steel preliminary site plan comprises a new warehouse building with a gross floor area of 28,240 m2, 56 parking spaces and access to Gore Road and County Road 93. • Traffic volumes associated with the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse were estimated based on site operations as provided by the Wolf Steel. Following full build-out, the warehouse is expected to generate 36 trips (32 in, 4 out) during the AM peak hour and 42 trips (10 in, 32 out) during the PM peak hour. 8 truck trips are estimated during each peak hours (4 in, 4 out). Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 20 • Although a southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 at the West Access is warranted for the 2023 AM peak hour, it is not considered necessary given the limited left turn volumes (1 movement every 3 minutes) and the acceptable operations that will otherwise exist. • All area road intersections, including the site access points, will provide excellent levels of service with minimal delays under the future total traffic operations. • Should the existing intersection configurations be maintained (ie. no improvements considered), traffic operations will continue to be acceptable under the future total traffic volumes. • As all sightlines are in excess of the minimum MTO sight distance requirements and thus no improvements to address sight line constraints are required. • Overall, the proposed warehouse development will not have any appreciable impacts on the road system operations. While this represents a new building, the warehouse operations already exist at the Napoleon Road facilities and will simply be transferred to a new site. As such, no significant increase in traffic volumes beyond existing traffic levels are expected (apart from some additional truck trips between sites, which will be minor). 6.2 ARCHAEOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT A Stage 1 background research assessment was completed by Amick Archaeological Consultants Limited. The recommendations of the report are that the area has been identified as an area of archaeological potential. The assessment recommended that a Stage 2 Physical Assessment be completed on the lands that are proposed for development as a condition of Site Plan Approval. The study is to be completed prior to the commencement of any earthworks on the site archaeological 6.3 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been prepared by Azimuth Environmental. The purpose of the EIS was to: 1. Review the drainage swale/watercourse on the west side of the property and its environmental significance. 2. Review the nature of other terrestrial, wetland and aquatic habitat features and functions of the property and adjacent lands. 3. Make recommendations with respect to potential relocation of the drainage ditch/swale and requirements for development setbacks/ environmental protection buffers and zoning limits. The conclusions of the EIS can be summarized as follows: • The upper reaches of the drainage ditch/swale currently mapped by the Municipality as EP do not have characteristics of a natural watercourse and exist because of the storm riammng Keport February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 21 drain associated with the Highway 11 and County Road 93 interchange. Therefore, there is no rationale to map these upper reaches as EP by the Municipality. Given the characteristics of the upper reaches of the ditch/swale and the fact that existing surface water flow patterns to Willow Creek can be maintained through channel relocation (that includes naturalization elements such as plantings), modifications to upper reaches of the drainage ditch/swale appear permissible contingent on review and approval by the NVCA. Opportunities exist through channel relocation and SWMP naturalization to enhance existing environmental conditions including water quality in downstream sections of the ditch and to increase wetland plant species diversity. The channel relocation would have no negative impact on natural features of ecological functions of the area. • The EP Zone boundaries identified in Appendix 5 incorporate appropriate setbacks to protect environmental features and functions. 6.4 NATURAL HAZARD ASSESSMENT In accordance with the policies of section B5.1.3 of the Township Official Plan, C.C. Tatham and Associates has completed a review of the flood plain on the subject lands associated Willow Creek. C.C. Tatham have developed a flood plain management approach which proposes a cut and fill balance to ensure that predevelopment and post development flood plain storage remains consistent. The entire building is proposed outside of the identified natural hazards and a cut/fill balance of 2,500 m3 is proposed to accommodate the required parking and traffic movement areas and to ensure no adverse impacts upstream or downstream of the proposed development. • The regulator flood line was delineated though the site using the HEC RAS hydraulic model. • A meander belt was determined for Willow Creek was delineated by tangential lines to the outside bends of the laterally extreme meanders within the study reach. • An erosion hazard line has been identified at 29 metres from Willow Creek. 6.5 FUNCTIONAL SERVICING A Functional Servicing Report is proposed to be prepared as a condition of Site Plan Approval. The subject lands currently support a well and septic system for the historic rural residential property. The proposed warehouse is anticipated to have a small number of employees and a low demand for services. The concept site plan has provided a location for stormwater management, well and septic system. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning Byelaw Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession T (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 22 7.0 POLICY AND REGULATORY ANALYSIS This Section of the report provides an analysis of the proposed development based on r Provincial, County and local development policies summarized earlier in this report. 7.1 PROVINCIAL POLICY STATEMENT 2005 A number of the PPS 2005 policies apply in this instance. This section considers all relevant policies as per Section 4.3 of the PPS 2005 which states, "The Provincial Policy Statement shall be read in its entirety and all relevant policies are to be applied to each situation." 7.1.1 Building Strong Communities Section 1 of the Provincial Policy Statement provides policies that promote the building of strong communities. As referenced in Section 1.1.3 of the PPS 2005, focusing growth to settlement areas is a component of building strong communities. Although the proposed expansion to Wolf Steel is not located in a settlement area, it represents an expansion to an existing employment use in the rural area and will not detract from other settlement areas in Oro-Medonte Township or the City of Barrie as being the focus of growth. As outlined in the following sub-sections the applications would facilitate the expansion of an existing permitted use in the rural area. 7.1.2 Removal of Lands from Prime Agricultural Areas The subject lands are considered to be within a Prime Agricultural Area as defined by the PPS 2005, given their inclusion within the Agricultural designation in the Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan. Section 2.3.5.1 c) contains criteria for the exclusion of land from prime agricultural areas for limited non-residential uses. In accordance with these criteria: 1. The subject lands are not a specialty crop area. \ 2. There is a demonstrated need to support the expansion of an existing business. 3. The subject lands are the only location that is adjacent to the existing business. There are no reasonable alternative locations which avoid prime agricultural areas. 4. The subject lands are the only location adjacent to the existing Wolf Steel operation. There are no reasonable alternative locations in prime agricultural areas with lower priority agricultural lands. It is our opinion that the proposed land use satisfies the criteria established in Section 2.3.5 of the PPS 2005 for exclusion of lands from Prime Agricultural Areas for limited non-residential uses. 7.1.3 Permitted Land Uses in Rural Areas Since the subject lands satisfy the criteria for removal from prime agricultural areas, once the subject lands are removed from a prime agricultural area, the subject lands can be considered to be within a rural area as defined by the PPS 2005. Section 1.1.4.1 of the PPS 2005 identifies permitted uses within rural areas. Section 1.1.4.1 states, Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 23 "In rural areas located in municipalities: (a) permitted uses and activities shall relate to the management or use of resources, resource based recreational activities, limited residential development and other rural land uses;" In accordance with the four classifications of rural land uses, the proposed warehouse expansion to an existing industrial operation is considered an other rural land use because the Wolf Steel operation is an existing rural land use that does not relate to the management or use of resources, is not a resourced based recreational activity and is not limited residential development. Other rural land uses are a permitted land use in rural areas. 7.1.4 Employment Areas Section 1.3 of the PPS 2005 contains Employment Area policies that require planning authorities such as Oro-Medonte Township to promote economic development and competitiveness by: "(a) providing for an appropriate mix and range of employment (including industrial, commercial and institutional uses) to meet long-term needs; (b) providing opportunities for a diversified economic base, including maintaining a range and choice of suitable sites for employment uses which support a wide range of economic activities and ancillary uses, and take into account the needs of existing and future businesses; (c) planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and future uses;" It is noted that section 1.3 above is prefaced by the word `shall; which means that planning authorities are required to implement these policies as appropriate. Based on the PPS 2005 definition of employment areas, the Industrial designated lands to the north of the subject lands are considered to be an employment area. The proposed development will allow for the maintenance of the existing manufacturing jobs in the Township and provide opportunities for the creation of new warehouse related employment and manufacturing employment in the existing Wolf Steel buildings. As a result, the proposed development will add to the mix and range of employment opportunities in the Township. The proposed designation of industrial lands is required for Wolf Steel to remain in Oro- Medonte Township and to expand. The proposal will provide opportunities to maintain the current economic base and establish a more diversified economic base in the Township. The application, if approved, will take into account the needs of an existing business in the Township. From a strategic land use planning perspective, a method of protecting and preserving employment areas for current uses is to recognize the expansion needs of existing employment uses and if necessary, allow employment areas to expand to meet increased land needs of existing growing businesses where appropriate. The subject lands represent a logical expansion location for Wolf Steel given the proximity to the existing operations and the proximity to Highway 11 and Highway 400. From an operational perspective, 9 Napoleon Drive and 24 Napoleon Drive function as one operation, even though the buildings are separated by Napoleon Drive. The proposed expansion is to be developed in the same fashion as the existing Wolf Steel operations as the subject lands are separated from 9 Napoleon Drive by Gore Road. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 24 7.1.5 Transportation Systems The policies of Section 1.6.5 of the PPS support the development of a land use pattern that supports the efficient use of existing and planned infrastructure and land use patterns that minimize the length and number of vehicle trips that are made. The proposed development of a warehouse facility adjacent to the Wolf Steel manufacturing facilities will reduce the number of trucks on area roads by reducing the number of trips between existing manufacturing operations at 9 Napoleon Drive, 24 Napoleon Drive, 214 Bayview Drive and the leased warehouse space in the City of Barrie. 7.1.6 Long-Term Economic Prosperity Section 1.7 of the PPS 2005 contains policies that support long-term economic prosperity within the Province by optimizing long-term availability and use of land, resources, infrastructure and public service facilities. The subject applications propose to convert rural lands to employment lands to facilitate an expansion to Wolf Steel's current operation. The applications would facilitate the efficient use of existing infrastructure and existing designated employment lands as the subject lands are adjacent to existing designated rural employment lands and are located in close proximity to a major highway interchange that is capable of supporting the additional traffic generated as a result of the proposed warehouse development. If the expansion of existing employment lands is not permitted, the Township risks losing a major employer which could in turn impact the local economy. 7.1.7 Technical Considerations Section 2.0 and Section 3.0 of the PPS 2005 contains policies that pertain to the wise use and management of resources and the protection of public health and safety. An Environmental Report, Archeological Study and Natural Hazard Assessment were completed to consider the technical merits of the proposed development. Based on the recommendations of the technical reports as outlined in Section 6 of this report, the proposed warehouse and required planning approvals can occur in a manner that is consistent with the PPS 2005. 7.1.8 Planning Opinion on Consistency with the Provincial Policy Statement 2005 It is recognized that section 4.3 of the PPS 2005 requires that the PPS 2005 be read in its entirety and all relevant policies are to be applied to each situation. In this case, a number of policies respecting growth and settlement, prime agricultural land and employment apply. It is our opinion that all of these policies are relevant. However, given that the proposal is for the expansion of an existing rural land use and the expansion is require to ensure that the 325 jobs that exist at this location can remain, it is our opinion that the policies of section 1.3 of the PPS 2005 are the most relevant to this situation. It is within section 1.3 that it is indicated that planning authorities shall do certain things to provide for an appropriate range and mix of employment, provide opportunities for a diversified economic base (which includes consideration of the needs of existing businesses) and planning for and protecting and preserving employment areas. The approval of this application will be entirely consistent with these policies. 7.2 PLACES TO GROW - GROWTH PLAN FOR THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE Section 2.1 of the Growth Plan provides context for the establishment of Growth Plan policies. The final paragraph of Section 2.1 indicates that the Growth Plan is about building complete Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 25 communities whether urban or rural and recognizes that complete communities require a mix of housing and a good range of jobs. This is important because there is a clear recognition in the Growth Plan that although settlement areas to be the focus of growth, rural communities also require a range of housing and jobs. The subject applications would not only allow existing jobs in the Township to be maintained, but would facilitate the creation of new jobs in the Township. Section 2.2.2 Managing Growth, requires that a significant portion of new employment growth be directed to built-up areas. The Growth Plan does recognize that some employment growth will occur outside of built-up areas. Section 2.2.2.1 item g) requires that planning be undertaken to achieve a balance of jobs and housing in communities across the GGH. On this basis, the Growth Plan recognizes the need for employment opportunities in both urban and rural communities. The proposed Wolf Steel expansion will facilitate the creation of new jobs within the Township of Oro-Medonte and will therefore improve the employment to population ratio in the Municipality. Section 2.2.2.1 item i) recognizes that there are instances where rural land uses cannot be located within a settlement area. The proposed expansion to the Wolf Steel operation is an expansion to an existing rural land use and in order for Wolf Steel to expand at their current location (which is required for operational reasons as outlined in this report), the expansion to Wolf Steel cannot occur within a settlement area. Section 2.2.6 of the Growth Plan provides policies that relate to the allocation of employment lands in municipalities. Section 2.2.6 item 1 c) requires municipalities such as Oro-Medonte to promote economic development and competitiveness by; "planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and future uses." This policy differs from the PPS 2005 in that it requires municipalities as opposed to planning authorities to plan for, protect and preserve employment areas for current uses. From a current use perspective, it is important to consider the expansion needs of existing employment uses particularly in rural communities as they provide important employment for existing rural populations. Not planning for existing employment uses could force the business to move out of the Township or Province. The subject applications would be an example of the Township planning for, protecting and preserving employment areas for current and future uses. Section 2.2.9 of the Growth Plan contains policies that pertain to rural areas. Policy 2.2.9.1 recognizes that rural settlement areas are key to the vitality and economic well-being of rural communities. Section 2.2.9.2 also recognizes that development outside of settlement areas may be permitted in rural areas in accordance with policy 2.2.2.1 i). As outlined previously in this section, the proposed development cannot occur within a settlement area and must occur at the proposed location in a rural area. Section 3.2.4 of the Growth Plan contains policies regarding the moving of goods. The policies of this section recognize the importance of having efficient systems to allow for the movement of goods within communities and throughout the Province. Efficient systems for the movement of goods are important for economic reasons (reduced transportation costs) and environmental reasons (reduced carbon emissions into the environment). The proposed amendments would permit the development of a warehouse which would decrease the frequency and length of Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession i (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 26 truck trips by Wolf Steel in the area and would optimize the ability of a major employer to move goods between facilities and to markets. Based on a review of applicable Growth Plan policies, the proposed applications would appear to conform to the Growth Plan. 7.3 PROPOSED AMENDMENT 1 TO THE GROWTH PLAN Proposed Amendment 1 establishes polices that direct new employment uses in Simcoe County to Settlement Areas; Economic Employment Districts; and, Strategic Industrial Employment Areas, however, the proposed amendment is silent on how municipalities are to protect and preserve existing employment areas. In terms of planning for existing employment areas, the policies of the PPS 2005 and the Growth Plan as identified in sections 7.1 and 7.2 of this report require municipalities to plan for, protecting and preserving employment area for current and future uses. In order to protect and preserve existing employment areas it is necessary for municipalities to consider the needs of successful businesses that are growing. In some instances, additional land designation may be necessary to support the operational requirements of existing businesses that are expanding. From an economic development perspective, maintaining the existing economic base is generally the most important and primary objective of any economic development strategy. The Proposed Amendment 1 to the Growth Plan provides direction for establishing key locations for the development of new employment uses in Simcoe County. The Amendment does not appear to contain policies that would limit a successful business from expanding at an existing location where significant investments have already been made. The economic development policies of the Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan support the maintenance of the existing economic base and the expansion of existing businesses. If exiting businesses are not permitted to grow through local expansion, municipalities risk losing the business to another jurisdiction or County which could result in the erosion of the local social and economic benefits that have existed as a result of the location of the employer. Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 27 7.4 THE COUNTY OF SIMCOE OFFICIAL PLAN Section 3.6.7 of the County of Simcoe Official Plan contains policies that relate to the establishment of new industrial uses in the rural area. Since the proposed development is an expansion to an existing industrial use, and not a new industrial use, the policies of section 3.6.7 of the County Official Plan do not apply. The local Official Plan contains detailed site plan considerations for industrial developments which will be considered through the site plan process of the proposed expansion to this industrial use. Based on our review, the proposed expansion to an existing industrial use conforms to the County Official Plan. 7.5 TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE OFFICIAL PLAN 7.5.1 Agricultural Lands The subject lands have been historically used for agricultural purposes. The soils are identified by the Canada Land Inventory as being Class 1, 2, 3 and organic {County of Simcoe Official Plan Schedule 5.2.4. The proposed amendments would conform to the goals of the Official Plan to foster a positive business climate and to encourage the retention and expansion of existing businesses in the Township. Since the Official Plan does not contain criteria for the redesignation of Agricultural land. The criteria established in the PPS 2005 for the exclusion of lands from prime agricultural areas can be used to consider the appropriateness of the subject lands for exclusion from the Agricultural designation. As outlined in Section 7.1.2 of this report, the proposed amendment satisfies the criteria established in the PPS 2005 for exclusion of the lands from a prime agricultural area. 7.5.2 Industrial Designation Section C8.5.1 of the Official Plan provides policies regarding the industrial use of lands. Applications have been submitted to rezone and redesignate the subject lands and a site plan application will be submitted to recognize building locations and site features. In accordance with the policies of section C8.5.1, the Concept Plan provides for adequate parking and loading areas and adequate buffering from adjacent land uses. Landscaping will be incorporated though the Site Plan process. 7.5.3 Environmental Features Section B5 of the Official Plan contains environmental management objectives. These environmental management objectives have been considered through the technical work completed by Azimuth Environmental and C.C Tatham Et Associates. In accordance with the recommendations of the Azimuth Environmental Report, appropriate buffers have been established from existing environmental features on and adjacent to the subject lands including the wetland located on the southern portion of the property and to the south of the subject lands. The recommendations from the Azimuth Environmental Report and the Natural Hazard Assessment complete by C.C Tatham Et Associates have resulted in the development of Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 28 a concept pan for the subject site that is consistent with the environmental management objectives of the Oro-Medonte Official Plan. According to constraint mapping available through the County and Township Official Plans, as well as the Generic Regulation Mapping and wetland mapping from the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, the lands proposed to be re-designated for industrial purposes are free of natural heritage features. The presence of a wetland along the southern limits of the site and the area buffering Willow Creek are proposed to be zoned Environmental Protection (EP) in accordance with the recommendations of the Environmental Report. Stormwater management facilities as outlined in the Concept Plan will manage water on-site and will not impact downstream environmental features. 7.5.4 Floodplain Management In accordance with the floodplain management policies of section 85.1.3, an approach to floodplain management has been developed for the subject site. C.C Tatham £t Associates have conducted a Natural Hazard Assessment which included a review of the regulatory floodline of the area and as a result of this review, some slight adjustments to the regulatory floodline have been proposed. The revised regulatory floodline has been considered in the siting of development on the subject lands but in order for the site to accommodate the proposed development, 2,500 m3 of cut and fill is being proposed. Based on the technical review completed by C.C. Tatham Et Associates, the proposed development conforms to the floodplain policies of the Official Plan. 7.5.5 Industrial Zoning Application and Site Plan Control Application Section C8 of the Official Plan contains objectives, permitted uses and development policies for the Industrial designation. The subject applications conform to the objectives of the Industrial designation which are to provide lands for the creation of industrial employment opportunities at locations that maximize the use of existing infrastructure and to ensure that the design of new industrial development is sensitive to the rural character of the Township and contributes to the improvement and appearance of the Highway 11 corridor. The proposed development conforms to these objectives as the warehouse facilities are proposed to be located in close proximity to the Highway 11 and County Road 93 interchange. Additionally, the proposed development does not require any additional municipal infrastructure. The proposed warehouse facility would be part existing industrial development along the Highway 11 corridor in the area of Napoleon Road. The proposed development is sensitive to the rural character of the area as it is located as close to existing industrial development as possible and the building as identified on the concept plan is proposed to be built into the existing hill on the north-west portion of the site. The design of the site has also considered surrounding site features and has not impacted area features including Willow Creek and the wetland located to the south of the subject property. Section C8.5.1 of the Official Plan provides policies for industrial uses in the municipality. While the items listed in section C8.5.1 generally relate to matters of site plan control, the proposed concept plan for the subject lands has provided sufficient areas to accommodated site design considerations such as parking areas, loading areas, landscaping areas and adequate buffering from adjacent land uses. On this basis, the proposed development is consistent with the industrial development policies of the Official Plan. The proposed zoning of the subject lands including performance standards would permit the site to be developed in accordance with the polices of section C8.5.1. The location of Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 29 " landscaping and site design considerations can be implemented though the Site Plan Control Agreement. 7.5.6 Traffic Considerations Section D1 of the Official Plan contains transportation policies for the Township. Included in these policies is an objective to facilitate the movement of both people and goods within the Township and to adjacent municipalities. Section D1.2.2 contains specific policies for access to County Road 93. In accordance with the transportation policies of the Official Plan a Traffic Impact Study has been completed by CC Tatham Et Associates. The conclusions of the Traffic Impact Study indicate that no additional infrastructure improvements are required to County Road 93, the Highway 11 interchange, Napoleon Road or Gore Road in order to accommodate the additional traffic that is anticipated to be generated from the proposed development. Based on the conclusions of the Traffic Impact Study, the proposed development would conform to the transportation policies of the Township Official Plan. 7.5.7 Servicing, Soils and Groundwater The site is anticipated to be serviced by the private well and septic system. The site currently contains a farmhouse that is serviced by well and septic. Based on the site characteristics, and initial engineering work completed by C.C. Tatham and Associates, the site appears to be capable of accommodating the necessary servicing and stormwater infrastructure to support the proposed development. A functional servicing/stormwater report will be prepared as part of the Site Plan process. 7.5.8 Official Plan Summary Based on the analysis contained in this section of the report, the proposed designation of the subject lands to the Industrial designation and the proposed zoning to the Economic Development (ED) Zone and Environmental Protection (EP) Zone conforms to the Official Plan of the Township of Oro-Medonte. These amendments will facilitate the expansion of a successful local business in a manner that conforms to the goals, objectives and the policies of the Official Plan by promoting economic development, maintaining existing businesses and protecting environmental features. 8.0 CONCLUSIONS On the basis of the analyses contained in this report, we conclude that redesignation and rezoning of Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 in the Township of Oro-Medonte as indicated in Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 is appropriate and represents good land use planning for the following reasons: 1. The development is consistent with the agricultural, rural area and employment policies of the Provincial Policy Statement; 2. The subject lands satisfy the criteria for exclusion from a prime agricultural area and the warehouse represents an expansion to an existing use that is a permitted land use in a rural area; The development is in conformity with the Province of Ontario's Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe by protecting and preserving employment areas for current uses; Planning Report February 15, 2011 Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte 30 4. The development is in conformity with the County of Simcoe Official Plan by promoting economic development and sustainability and employment opportunities though the expansion of an existing successful industrial business; and, 5. The development implements the goal of the Township Official Plan to create jobs and provide opportunities for economic development and the objective of the plan to encourage the retention and expansion of existing businesses. The proposed concept site design also conforms to the Official Plan by protecting natural features and recognizing the local floodplain. Respectfully, MERIDIAN PLANNING CONSULTANTS • Jamie Robinson, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner Nick MacDonald, MCIP, RPP Partner Planning Report Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte February 15, 2011 31 Appendix 2: Removal of Agricultural Lands Justification Letter- Meridian Planning Consultants Inc. March 24, 2011 16 ~MERIDIAN F -ANNING CONSULTANTS INC. March 24, 2011 Mr. Bryan MacKell Director of Planning County of Simcoe 1110 Highway 26 Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1X0 Dear Mr. MacKell: Re: Applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Wolf Steel Township of Oro-Medonte Our File No. 3992 We are writing to provide you with supplementary information regarding the interpretation of Section 2.3.5 of the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) as it relates to this application. PPS Criteria for the Removal of Land from Prime Agricultural Areas As you know, this section of the PPS establishes the criteria for the removal of land from Prime Agricultural Areas, as defined by the PPS. In our planning report dated February 15, 2011 we indicated that the subject lands were part of a Prime Agricultural Area by virtue of their designation as Agricultural in the Township of Oro- Medonte Official Plan. Where an Official Plan contains both a Rural designation and an Agricultural designation, it has been our experience and the practice of the Province of Ontario to recognize all lands designated for Agricultural purposes as part of the Prime Agricultural Area. This interpretation is supported by Section 3.6.5 of the County of Simcoe Official Plan which essentially states that all rural lands are considered to be within a Prime Agricultural Area in a municipality in which such an agricultural/ rural split has not been established. This particular policy was prepared to implement the PPS and essentially require municipalities, such as the Town of New Tecumseth, to confirm the location of the Prime Agricultural Area through a process of establishing an agricultural/ rural split. On the basis of the above, in developing our planning opinion in support of the application, we considered the lands subject to the application to be within a Prime Agricultural Area. As noted in our planning report, we believe that the removal of 6 hectares of land from the Prime Agricultural Area would be consistent with the PPS and meet the criteria set out in Section 2.3.5. The basis for our planning opinion is included within our planning report. 113 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1 H2 ® Tel: 705.737.4512 • Fax: 705.737.5078 ® Website: www.meridianplan.ca 2 JMERIDIAN PLANMNG CONSULTANTS INC. Additional Justification for the Redesignation of the Subject Lands If the Township of Oro-Medonte did not have an Agricultural designation, the entirety of the rural area in the Township would be considered a Prime Agricultural Area as per Section 3.6.5 of the County of Simcoe Official Plan. If this was the case and the Township did initiate a process of determining where the Prime Agricultural Area was located, it is our opinion that the subject lands would not be located within the Prime Agricultural Area because for the following reasons: 1. The subject lands are isolated and are not contiguous to other agricultural lands. As shown on Figure 1 and Figure 2 below, the lands are bordered by Industrial designated lands to the north (along the south side of Highway 11); by Rural designated lands in the Township of Springwater to the west; and, by the Willow Creek Valley and associated floodplain, to the south. 2. The lands are separated from the remaining agricultural lands by the Greenlands designation in the County Official Plan; 3. The amount of land designated for agricultural purposes between the Greenlands designation to the south and Highway 11 are much less than 40 hectares in size, which is typically considered the minimum size of a viable agricultural parcel; and, 4. The lands are generally Class 3, are sloping and much of the site has a high soil moisture content. For these reasons, local farmers have been reluctant to rent the land for cash cropping in recent years due to the limited productivity of the site for agricultural purposes. Figure 1: Lower-tier Agricultural Designations in Relation to the Su Source: I 0 Simcoe County Maps, Plan Agricultural Designation Greenlands (County OP) Subject Lands {t Rural Designation Industrial Designation 3 ,MERIDIAN PLANNING CONSULTANTS INC. Figure 2: Agricultural Lands in the County Official Plan Source: Simcoe County Adopted Official Plan, 2008. fT 4'f ~ lip- - Y M SUBJECT LANDS r : S h C` x F~Fi' lee, 0 Agricultural Designation Rural Designation Q Greenlands Designation It is noted that the Schedules to the Oro-Medonte Official Plan indicate that all of the lands associated with the Willow Creek Valley and floodplain are designated Agricultural even though they are designated Greenlands by the County of Simcoe Official Plan. This is because at the time the Township's Official Plan was prepared in 1996, the environmental lands associated with Willow Creek were not considered to be significant as defined by the PPS. As a result, the lands were placed within an Environmental Protection Two Overlay designation as opposed to an Environmental Protection One designation. Summary It continues to be our opinion that adequate justification has been provided to justify the removal of 6.0 hectares of land from the Prime Agricultural Area in accordance with Section 2.3.5 of the PPS. It is also our opinion that the lands, if studied today in the context of a review of where the Prime Agricultural Area in Oro-Medonte should be located, would not be included in the Prime Agricultural Area because of its location adjacent to an existing industrial area and lands that are designated for rural purposes in the Township of Springwater. In addition, the lands are separated from other agricultural lands by Willow Creek, are adjacent to a major highway and bordered by a considerable amount of land in the Greenland designation. I trust the above provides you with some additional information for your consideration. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. 4 MERIDIAN MPLAINMING CONSULTANTS INC. Yours truly, MERIDIAN PLANNING CONSULTANTS INC. 0(u NNick McDonald, MCIP, RPP Partner NM/jrw rAl-.40-w Jamie Robinson, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner C. Andria Leigh, Township of Oro-Medonte Steve Farquharson, Township of Oro-Medonte Gail White, County of Simcoe Kathy Suggitt, County of Simcoe Stephen Schroeter, Wolf Steel 3992 LtrMacKell add Info-Mar2111(jrw).docx Appendix 3: Natural Hazard Assessment - C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. January 28, 2011 17 C.C.Tatham & Associates Ltd. Consulting Engineers Collingwood Bracebridge Orillia Barrie January 28, 2011 Tim Salkeld Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority John Nix Conservation Administration Centre 8195 8th Line Utopia, Ontario LOM 1T0 Re: Wolf Steel - Proposed Warehouse Facility Natural Hazard Assessment Dear Mr. Salkeld: 41 King Street, Unit 4 Barrie, Ontario L4N 6B5 Tel: (705) 733-9037 Fax: (705) 733-1520 Email: info@cctatham.com Web: wvww.cctatham.com via courier CCTA File 410381 C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. (CCTA) has been retained by Wolf Steel Ltd. to provide civil engineering services in support of an industrial development for the above noted property in the Township of Oro-Medonte. This letter has been prepared to assist in establishing the natural hazards associated with Willow Creek which bisects the site from the east through to the south limit. The site is located east of Penetanguishene Road (Simcoe Road 93), south of Gore Road, west of Line 1 South, north of Sideroad 5 & 6. The lands are described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 in the geographic Township of Oro. A key plan is provided on the attached Drawing HAZ-1. The proponent wishes build a 25,528.0 m2 +1- warehouse building and associated parking on the site. A portion of the property is located in a Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) regulated area. Accordingly, we have prepared this Natural Hazards Assessment to determine the natural hazard line associated with Willow Creek in support of the proposed development. Establishment of this line is required such that the proposed building can be safely located outside the hazard area. CCTA conducted a detailed topographic survey of the Potential hazard area in October, 2010. This information is shown on the attached Drawing HAZ-1. Under existing conditions, the site is vacant and largely open with primarily agricultural field, long grass and also forested areas. Willow Creek traverses the property from east to southwest. The river reach within the subject lands is considered unconfined as it is not located in a valley corridor with discernable slopes. Accordingly, the erosion hazard limit was analysed according to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Natural Hazards Technical Guide River & Stream Systems. This includes the meander belt and erosion access allowance. ® Consulting •',i/ Professional Engineers Authorized by the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario to offer Professional engineering services. Engineers of Ontario Ontario Flooding Hazard The Willow Creek Subwatershed Plan provided by the NVCA was referenced to establish a Regional peak flow of 293.2 m3/s at the site. This flow corresponds to flow node 1008 (located downstream of the site) future uncontrolled conditions and was used to determine the flood hazard across the subject lands. We note the existing condition peak flow is 289.5 m3/s. Applicable information from the Willow Creek Subwatershed Plan is attached in Appendix A. Hydraulic modelling of Willow Creek has been completed in the vicinity of the site using the HEC RAS 4.0 software. Detailed survey information was used to prepare creek cross sections. A total of nine cross sections were modelled in addition to the downstream bridge structure at Penetanguishene Road, The Regulatory Storm (Timmins) flow rate of 293.2 m3/s (as determined above) was applied to the HEC RAS hydraulic model. The Mannings roughness coefficients "n" of 0.035 and 0.055 were selected for the natural channel and overbank areas respectively. The hydraulic model was used to delineate the Regulatory Floodlines throughout the site, as shown on Drawing HAZ-1. For comparison, the NVCA floodline is also shown on Drawing HAZ-1, however the CCTA floodline is believed to be more accurate since it relies on the recent survey information. The detailed results of the HEC RAS hydraulic model are included in Appendix B. A model sensitivity analysis was conducted to analyze the effects of the input parameters including Manning's roughness coefficients and downstream boundary conditions. it has been concluded that adjusting these parameters results in immeasurable changes in flood elevations experienced across the site. Cut/ Fill The site layout shown on drawing HAZ-1 has been developed by directing, to the extent possible, development outside of the floodplain consistent with the Natural Hazard Policies found in Section 31 of the Provincial Policy Statement. This strategy was discussed at the pre-consultation meeting held on November 25, 2010 at your office. However in doing so, a small portion of the development extends beyond the floodplain limit and thus requires a cut/ fill balance to ensure there are no adverse impacts upstream or downstream of the property resulting from this development. The cut/ fill calculation has been prepared in a 0.3 m interval (to a maximum depth of 0.3 m) as shown in the table on drawing HAZ-1 and confirms the stage-storage characteristics of the floodplain have been maintained. Erosion Hazard The Erosion Hazard for Willow Creek adjacent to the site was analyzed according to the MNR Natural Hazards Technical Guide River & Stream Systems. This includes both the meander belt and erosion access allowances. Tim Salkeld Page 2 of 4 Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority January 28, 2011 Meander Belt The meander belt analysis was conducted across the subject property according to the procedures set out in the Belt Width Delineations Procedures; a supporting document of the MNR Natural Hazards Technical Guide River & Stream Systems, prepared by Meriette Prent and John Parish in September 2001. Using Simcoe County Interactive maps, Willow Creek adjacent to the site was reviewed to develop a suitable river reach. A reach spanning from Gore Road (upstream) to Penetanguishene Road was selected as having similar physical characteristics according to sinuosity, meander patters and have a setting that remains nearly constant along its length. The meander belt study reach is shown on Figure 1 (attached). CCTA visited the site on October 20th, 2010 and noted exposed erodible soils along the watercourse. Evidence of oxbow lakes was observed using County of Simcoe Interactive Aerial Imagery Mapping. An oxbow lake occurs when a wide meander from the main stem of a river is cut off to create on offline body of water. This confirms the unconfined nature of the watercourse in the vicinity of the site and thus the meander belt delineation was determined by the tangential lines to the outside bends of the laterally extreme meanders within the study reach. The corresponding meander belt setback along the north side of Willow Creek is shown on the attached Drawing HAZ-1, Erosion Hazard Typically in an unconfined system, the erosion hazard consists of a 6.0 m erosion access allowance. However, due to the erodible nature of the soils observed on site the erosion hazard includes allowances for toe erosion, steep slope and erosion access, more typical of a confined system. The toe erosion allowance where there is evidence of active erosion is calculated 15.0 m landward from the toe of the valley slope for sand and silt as observed onsite. The steep slope allowance is calculated from the toe erosion allowance at 3;1 to the existing ground surface elevation. The erosion access allowance is measured 6.0 m from the top of the stable slope. Three cross sections were used to calculate the above erosion allowances and identified setbacks ranging from 33.0 - 37.0 m measured from the toe of slope at the watercourse. The erosion hazard line based on these criteria has been drawn 35.0 m from the top of bank (as was surveyed in the field) and is shown on Drawing HAZ-1. The cross sections are shown on Drawing HAZ-2. Conclusion The proposed warehouse building is located outside of the identified natural hazards. A cut/ fill balance of approximately 815.0 m3 is required to support the proposed development and ensure no adverse impacts upstream or downstream of the development. We trust this letter report is sufficient to confirm the proposed warehouse building is supportable from a natural hazard perspective. We F Tim Salkeld Page 3 of 4 Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority January 28, 2011 note a stormwater management submission would follow with the site plan submission and required planning approvals. Please call Sonya Franks, C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd., at 705-444-2565 to arrange payment of the application fee by Visa. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. Jeremy Ash, B.Sc.Eng., P.Eng JA:mllrlh TA2010 PROJECTSM0381 - Wolf Steel Floodline AnalysislDocumentsiLetters1L001 -NVCA-Natural Hazards Assessment.docx Tim Salkeld Page 4 of 6 Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority January 28, 2011 - F'Qvre ~Car1~CY ~~~1 JTOC~~/ ~py~Gln APPENDIX A: WILLOW CREEK SUBWATERSHED INFORMATION f Table of Contents Willow Creek S'ubwatershed Plan December 2001 Table 3.1 Summary of Peak Flows for Existing and Future Uncontrolled Conditions Flow Node Drainage Area I Condition 2 Year 5 Year 10 Year 25 Year 50 Year 100 Year Regional Timmins Storm km2 (m3/s) (m'!s) (m'/s) (m'/s) (m31s) (m3/s) (m3/s) Reduction Factor 1000 17 9 Existing 4.6 10.7 15.6 22.4 27.9 33.7 63.9 . Future 4.6 10.7 15.6 22.4 27.9 33.7 63.9 100 1001 216 Existin 5.2 12.5 18.2 26.8 32.8 39.8 76.7 Future 5.4 13.0 18.8 27.2 33.8 40.9 77.3 100 1002 25 7 Existin 5.0 12.7 18.8 27.7 34.8 42.4 83.0 . Future 5.1 12.7 18.8 27.7 34.8 42.4 83.0 100 1003 25 5 Existin 6.0 14.7 21.5 31.8 39.0 47.1 90.7 . Future 6.5 15.6 22.6 32.6 40.6 49.0 92.1 100 1004 51 2 Existing 10.9 27.2 40.0 59.2 73.4 89.2 158.0 . Future 11.4 28.1 41.2 60.1 75.2 91.1 159.4 94 1005 9 64 Existing 14.1 35.1 51.5 75.9 94.1 114.3 201.8 . Future 14.7 36.0 52.7 76.7 96.0 116.3 203.2 94 1006 75 1 Existin 16.0 39.7 58.4 86.1 106.9 129.9 230.8 . Future 16.8 41.2 60.4 87.9 109.9 133.3 234.2 94 1007 95 5 Existing 21.8 53.1 77.5 113.3 140.4 170.1 281.2 . Future 22.7 54.6 79.5 115.1 143.4 173.5 284.2 90 1008 98 9 Existin 22.3 54.4 79.5 116.3 144.2 174.8 2 5 . Future 23.3 56.2 81.8 118.5 147.6 178.7 293.2 90 1009 109 7 Existing 1.2 2.8 4.9 7.8 10.2 17-.7 3.5 . Future 1.4 3.2 5.1 8.2 10.6 13.1 108.3 87 1010 63 5 Existing 7.0 19.4 29.4 44.1 56.1 69.1 136.9 . Future 7.8 20.9 31.5 47.0 59.6 73.2 143.3 94 1011 15 5 Existin 2.3 6.1 9.2 13.7 17.3 21.2 43.8 . Future 2.3 6.1 9.2 13.7 17.3 21.3 43.8 100 1012 79 1 Existing 9.2 25.2 38.2 57.3 72.8 89.5 163.6 . Future 10.0 26.8 40.3 60.1 76.2 93.6 169.8 90 1013 94 6 Existing 11.9 32.2 48.2 72.6 92.0 113.0 203.9 . Future 13.7 35.7 53.2 78.8 99.5 121.7 218.8 90 1014 229 2 Existin 15.2 40.1 60.2 89.7 113.6 139.4 221.9 . Future 19.6 48.5 71.5 104.8 131.5 160.1 248.3 82 1015 246 6 Existing 18.7 48.7 72.7 107.9 136.3 166.9 262.4 . Future 23.5 58.0 85.2 124.5 156.0 189.6 291.4 82 1016 30 0 Existin 5.2 13.0 19.2 28.2 35.4 43.1 88.3 . Future 6.0 14.5 21.2 30.8 38.4 46.6 93.4 100 1017 276 5 Existin 23.7 61.4 91.6 135.7 171.1 209.4 303.3 . Future 29.3 72.2 106.0 154.8 193.8 235.5 339.3 79 1018 11 9 Existing 2.9 7.2 10.7 15.7 19.7 24.0 43.8 . Future 3.0 7.5 11.0 16.2 20.3 24.7 44.7 100 1019 337 8 Existing 35.3 90.9 134.7 198.2 249.1 303.6 439.9 . Future 43.4 105.5 153.8 222.9 278.5 337.5 481.0 79 Nouawasaga Valley Conservation ft ahority 32 Greenland Lrternmional Consuhing Inc. APPENDIX B: HEC RAS HYDRAULIC MODEL HEC•RAS Rim: Willow Crook Reach: 1 React! Rim Ste [1000 i -_•.1000-._._ • 5600 +5 85$ i_..._--.. :1 655 95 3 855 685 11.._.._._ 685 t 445 $ 1` i"'"--' ,5 !445 •1 344$ Profdo 0950... !Regional 700 YOar 700 Yow Regional Regional 100 year 700 year iRogional Re~:orta1 100 yoar 700 Year Re9ionel Regional ,t~rear- - 1100 year Plan Pr. Ex, ,Pr. Ex. Pr...___.__ Ex. Pr. EX. ~ Ar. Ez. ~ Pf. ,Ex..........- Pt. ?Ex. 1Pr. ! o 7o1e1 I Min Ch El W.S. 616V CriI W.S. -1 E.G. EIev E.G. Slopo -VOl CM11 Plow Aroa {To_ p Vmlh Froudo# CAI (m2) f m) _ 293.20L 231.13 234.48! t I'-"--_ _--_--7--_.__..!.._._, i 234.531 _ 0.0007701 1.67 _ 521.46! M-53 0281 793.20; 231.131 234.475 !-~T- 234.52 - 0.000787!-_- 7_$91 _---515.97! 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WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. a WS 100 year - Ex. o Ground ® Bank Sta ' w -600 -400 -200 0 200 400 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1128/2011 2) Pr. 1/28/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = 855 .055 'i.kO55 Legend WS Regional - Ex. WS Regional - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. E WS 100 year - Pr. o Ground m ® w Bank Sta -Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. Ground Bank Sta WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 1/28/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = 1000 Legend WS Regional - Ex. WS Regional - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. Ground Bank Sta 231 -600 -400 -200 0 200 400 600 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1128/2011 2) Pr. 1/28/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = 445 -600 -400 -200 0 200 400 Station (m) -800 -600 -400 -200 0 200 400 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 112812011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = 405 E c 0 w Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. o • id Ground m ® w Bank Sta -ovu ADM -4uU -200 0 200 400 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1128/2011 2) Pr. 1/2812011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = -621 E C 0 .j w Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. x WS 100 year - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. o Ground ca a) ® w Bank Sta Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. Ground Bank Sta WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1128/2011 2) Pr. 1128/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = 340 Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. Ground Bank Sta 0 200 400 600 800 1000 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 1/28/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = -650 BR 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Station (m) 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 1/2812011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = -650 BR E 0 W Legend WS Regional - Ex. WS Regional - Pr. WS 100 year - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. o Ground ® Bank Sta (D w 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Station (m) WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 1/28/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS =-682 E 0 I ~ I m w Legend WS Regional - Ex. WS Regional - Pr. a WS 100 year- Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. e Ground Bank Sta Legend WS Regional - Pr. WS Regional - Ex. WS 100 year - Ex. WS 100 year - Pr. Ground 0 Bank Sta WolfSteel Plan: 1) Ex. 1/28/2011 2) Pr. 1128/2011 Geom: Existing Condition Flow: Willow Creek River = Willow Creek Reach = 1 RS = -666 -200 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Station (m) 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Station (m) Appendix 4: Traffic Impact Study - C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. February 18, 2011 18 C.C.Tatham & Associates Ltd. Consulting Engineers WOLF STEEL WAREHOUSE DEVELOPMENT Township of Oro-Medonte Traffic Impact Study prepared by: C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. 41 King Street, Unit 4 Barrie, ON L4N 6B5 Tel: (705) 733-9037 Fax: (705) 733-1520 info@cctatham.com Final Report prepared for Wolf Steel Ltd. February 18, 2011 CCTA File 410381 TABLE F CONTENTS 1 Introduction 1 2 Existing Conditions 3 2.1 Road Network 3 2.2 Existing Traffic Volumes 5 2.3 Existing Traffic Operations 6 3 Future Background Conditions 8 3.1 Road Network 8 3.2 Future Background Traffic Volumes 8 3.3 Future Background Traffic Operations 12 4 Proposed Development 15 4.1 Site Location 15 4.2 Proposed Land Use & Phasing 15 4.3 Site Access 15 4.4 Site Generated Trips 17 5 Transportation Impacts 20 5.1 Future Total Traffic Volumes 20 5.2 Future Total Traffic Operations 20 5.3 Sight Line Analysis 25 6 Summary 27 APPENDICES Appendix A: Traffic Counts Appendix B: 2011 Operational Analyses Appendix C: 2013 Background Operational Analyses Appendix D: 2018 Background Operational Analyses Appendix E: 2023 Background Operational Analyses Appendix F: 2013 Total Operational Analyses Appendix G: 2018 Total Operational Analyses Appendix H: 2023 Total Operational Analyses LIST F TABLES Table 1: Intersection Operations - 2011 Traffic Volumes 6 Table 2: Intersection Operations - 2013 Background Traffic Volumes 13 Table 3: Intersection Operations - 2018 Background Traffic Volumes 14 Table 4: Intersection Operations - 2023 Background Traffic Volumes 14 Table 5: Trip Estimates - Wolf Steel 17 Table 6: Intersection Operations - 2013 Total Traffic Volumes 24 Table 7: Intersection Operations - 2018 Total Traffic Volumes 24 Table 8: Intersection Operations - 2023 Total Traffic Volumes 25 LIT F FIGURES Figure 1: Study Area Figure 2: Area Road Network Figure 3: 2011 Traffic Volumes Figure 4: 2013 Background Traffic Volumes Figure 5: 2018 Background Traffic Volumes Figure 6: 2023 Background Traffic Volumes Figure 7: Preliminary Site Plan Figure 8: Wolf Steel Traffic Volumes Figure 9: 2013 Total Traffic Volumes Figure 10: 2018 Total Traffic Volumes Figure 11: 2023 Total Traffic Volumes 2 4 7 9 10 11 16 19 21 22 23 Introduction C.C. Tatham & Associates was retained by Wolf Steel Ltd. to address the traffic impacts associated with a proposed warehouse development located east of County Road 93 (Penetanguishene Road) and south of Gore Road in the Township of Oro-Medonte. The location of the proposed warehouse site and the immediate study area is illustrated in Figure 1. The purpose of this study is to address the requirements of the Township of Oro-Medonte, the County of Simcoe and the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) with respect to the potential transportation impacts of the development proposal recognizing that the site is bounded by a County road and a Township road, and is in close proximity to Highway 11. In particular, the following will be discussed: • the operations of the road system through the study area prior to the proposed development; • an estimation of the growth in the traffic volumes not otherwise attributed to the development (ie. from overall growth in the area and adjacent developments); • an estimation of the number of new trips the proposed development is likely to generate; • the operations of the study area road system upon completion of the development; and • the resulting impacts and need for mitigating measures (if required) to ensure acceptable overall road operations. Chapter 2 of this report addresses the existing conditions, detailing the road system and corresponding traffic operations. Chapter 3 addresses future conditions, prior to the completion of the proposed development, and will address the expected growth in the traffic levels and the resulting operating conditions. Chapters 4 and 5 address the proposed development, the ensuing vehicle trips that it will generate, and the associated impacts on the road system. Lastly, Chapter 6 summarizes the report and the key findings. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 1 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 -MOO, c.CrachamaAssodatesUcL Wolf Steel Warehouse Development - Figure Study Area 1 Existing Conditions This chapter will describe the road network, traffic volumes and operations for the existing conditions. 2.1 Road Network The road network to be addressed by this study consists of County Road 93 (also known as Penetanguishene Road), the Highway 11 on/off-ramps, Gore Road, Napoleon Road and their respective intersections. Photographs of the road system are provided in Figure 2. 2.1.1 Road Sections County Road 93 is primarily a 2-lane arterial road under the jurisdiction of the County of Simcoe. Between the Highway 11 North and South on/off-ramps, there is a short 4-lane section with 2 lanes of travel per direction. The posted speed limit within the study area is 60 km/h, thus an 80 km/h design speed has been applied (posted speed + 20 km/h as per County guidelines). The road has 3.5 metre wide lanes with a 1 metre paved shoulder and a 2 metre unpaved shoulder on both sides. South of the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps, County Road 93 has a horizontal curve towards the south with a slight vertical descent. Highway 11 is a four-lane divided provincial highway under the jurisdiction of the MTO oriented in the northeast-southwest direction in the vicinity of the proposed Wolf Steel development. The on and off- ramps for Highway 11 North are located 90 metres south of the Highway 11 overpass. Similarly, the on and off-ramps for Highway 11 South are located 90 metres north of the Highway 11 overpass. An additional off-ramp for Highway 11 South is located 30 metres north of the Highway 11 overpass and is restricted to right turns only. Gore Road and Napoleon Road are both 2-lane, rural roads under the jurisdiction of the Township of Oro-Medonte. As there is no posted speed limit, a 50 km/h speed limit was assumed and hence a design speed of 70 km/h was applied (posted speed + 20 km/h). Napoleon Road dead ends approximately 460 metres east of Gore Road. 2.1.2 Key Intersections The intersection of County Road 93 and the Highway 11 South on/off-ramps is a "T" intersection, stop controlled on the on/off-ramps. The configuration of the intersection is as follows: north approach (County Road 93): one shared through-right lane; • west approach (Highway 11 South on/off-ramps): one shared left-right turn lane; and • south approach (County Road 93): one left turn lane and one through lane. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 3 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 r ..iz _l.tia~•rvdsfa.~i.;'ti..4, ..Sii~.e S_...-~~: r ~ ~~'1'"I wunry rwaa a;s woang soum Gore Road looking south from Hiphwav 11 North on/off ramps from Highway 11 North onloff ramps t nignway 11 worm onlott ramps looking east County Road 93 looking north from County Road 93 from Highway 11 North on/off ramps t r ~ 7 ~r Highway 11 North onloff ramps looking east from Gore Road r~ County Road 93 looking noel from Proposed West Access c.c.Tatham&Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure w!!i, cmuimorasress Area Road Network 2 from County Road 93 from Highway 11 South on/off ramps Gore Road looking west from Proposed North Access Highway 11 North on/off ramps looking west from Gore Road 6,r,. -t, ,ci I, Aing east frc i i --+-s d North Access from Proposed West Access Although the 2 northbound lanes at the intersection are unmarked, they operate as a left turn lane and a slip-by/through lane. Immediately north of the intersection, the 2 lanes are reduced to a single lane of travel. South of the intersection, there are 2 southbound lanes of travel which are reduced to 1 lane north of the intersection of County Road 93 with the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps. The intersection of County Road 93 and the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps is a "T" intersection, stop controlled on the on/off-ramps. The configuration of the intersection is as follows: • north approach (County Road 93): one shared left-through lane; • east approach (Highway 11 North on/off-ramps): one left turn lane and one channelized right turn lane; and • south approach (County Road 93): one through lane and one right turn lane. The westbound channelized right lane movement has a free movement which becomes the second northbound lane along County Road 93. The intersection of the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps at Gore Road is a "T" intersection, stop controlled on Gore Road. Each approach provides a single shared lane with no exclusive turn lanes. The intersection of Gore Road at Napoleon Road is also a "T" intersection, stop controlled on Napoleon Road. Each approach provides one single shared lane with no exclusive turn lanes. 2.2 Existing Traffic Volumes Traffic volumes at the intersections of Gore Road with the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps and Napoleon Road were determined from intersection counts completed on Tuesday January 11, 2011 during the weekday AM and PM peak hours. At the intersections of County Road 93 with the Highway 11 North and South on/off ramps, traffic volume data was provided by MTO as recorded on Wednesday June 4, 2008 during the weekday AM and PM peak hours. The 2008 traffic volumes at the intersections of County Road 93 with the Highway 11 North and South on/off-ramps were subsequently adjusted to reflect the 2011 traffic volumes (through a comparison of the traffic volumes on the Highway 11 North on/off ramp). Additional traffic count details are provided in Appendix A. Given the recreational and tourist nature of the area, consideration has been given to the use of summer traffic volumes as the basis for the traffic operational assessment. As per MTO's Provincial Highways Traffic Volumes 1988-20061, Highway 11 near County Road 93 is classified as an "intermediate recreation" road. Accordingly, the summer volumes are approximately 21% higher than the corresponding average volumes for the same section of road. Similar seasonal variations have been assumed on County Road 93 and thus the volumes were increased by 21% to reflect summer AM and PM peak hour volumes. Provincial Highways Traffic Volumes 1988-2006, Ministry of Transportation of Ontario, 2006. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 5 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 The resulting 2011 summer weekday peak hour volumes are illustrated in Figure 3. 2.3 Existing Traffic Operations The assessment of existing conditions provides the baseline from which the future traffic volumes and operations (both with and without the subject development) can be assessed. The capacity, and hence operations, of a road system is effectively dictated by its intersections. As such, the analysis focused on the operations of the key intersections identified in Section 2.1.2. The analysis is based on the summer 2011 traffic volumes, the existing intersection configurations and controls, and procedures outlined in the 2000 Highway Capacity Manua12 (using Synchro v.7 software). A summary of the analysis is provided in Table 1 in the form of average delay (measured in seconds), level of service (LOS) and volume to capacity (v/c) for the critical approaches to the unsignalized intersections (which are the stop-controlled movements on the minor street). LOS A corresponds to the best operating condition with minimal delays whereas LOS F corresponds to poor operations resulting from high intersection delays. Detailed operations worksheets are included in Appendix B. Highway 11 South on/off-ramps & EB stop 11 B 0.26 10 B 0.18 County Road 93 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps & WB stop 10 B 0.04 11 B 0.12 County Road 93 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps & NB stop 11 B 0.03 12 B 0.25 Gore Road Gore Road & Napoleon Road WB stop 9 A 0.01 9 A 0.15 Based on the summer 2011 traffic volumes and the existing intersection configurations and controls, all intersections currently provide excellent levels of service (LOS A and B) during both peak hours, with minimal delays. As such, no improvements are required to support the existing conditions. The intersection of the Highway 11 South off-ramp with County Road 93 was not assessed specifically as this is limited to a right turn movement only, which can be readily served. 2 Highway Capacity Manual. Transportation Research Board, Washington DC, 2000. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 6 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Table 1: Intersection Operations - 2011 Traffic Volumes f~ (182) t 296 216 I (333) (41) (141) 72 224 .J 1 (5) 1 . i (135) 184 Z 87 215 (133) t (92) (328) 159 186 t (140) c (275) 409 L 51 (71) 3 ! 251 Highway 11 S off-ramp Highway 11 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour 4~ c.c.ratham&Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure 1111 Consulsin9 Eo91nms _ 2011 Traffic Volumes 3 Future Background Conditions This chapter will describe the transportation system expected for the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizons. The 2013 horizon has been adopted to reflect full build-out of the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse development, whereas the 2018 and 2023 horizons will address the longer-term impacts 5 and 10 years beyond build-out (as required by MTO and the County). 3.1 Road Network No significant operational improvements to the study area road network are expected to occur throughout the horizon years. As such, the road network as described in Section 2.1 has been maintained under all future horizons. 3.2 Future Background Traffic Volumes Background traffic volumes expected for the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizon years have been estimated based on the existing traffic volumes, historic growth and anticipated growth in the overall area. 3.2.1 Historic Growth Based on summer annual daily traffic (SADT) volumes for Highway 11, an increase of approximately 3.2% per annum has been observed over the period 2000 to 2006. Based on average annual daily traffic (AADT) volumes for County Road 93, an increase of approximately 0.3% has been observed over the period 2003 to 2009. No historic data was available for Napoleon Road and Gore Road and thus growth rates could not be established - significant growth on these roads is not expected given the dead-end nature of Napoleon Road and the limited volumes on Gore Road. For purposes of this study, an annual growth rate of 2% has been applied to County Road 93 and the Highway 11 ramps for the period 2011 to 2023 to reflect a conservative approach. Volumes on Gore Road and Napoleon Road are assumed to remain relatively constant over the future horizon years. 3.2.2 Development Growth As per discussions with Township of Oro-Medonte staff, no further developments are expected to occur in the immediate vicinity of the subject area by the 2023 horizon that would otherwise significantly increase traffic volumes through the study area. 3.2.3 Background Traffic Volumes The resulting 2013, 2018 and 2023 background traffic volumes, which consider the assumed growth rates, are illustrated in Figure 4, Figure 5 and Figure 6 respectively for the noted horizon years. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 8 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 (195) t 315 230 j (355) (45) (150) 80 235 (10) 5 ' t t (145) 195 -1 95 225 (145) j (100) (345) 175 200 j (155) (290) 430 L 55 (75) Highway 11 5 off-ramp j Y 265 Highway 11 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour Volumes rounded to nearest 5 C.C.ratham&Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure Couuhln9Erv~inecs 2013 Background Traffic Volumes 4 (215) t 345 255 j (390) (50) (165) 85 260 .J I i (10) 5 -1 t (160) 215 -1 100 250 (160) t (110) (380) 185 220 j (170) rn (320) 470 L 60 (85) ~s j pan Highway 11 S off-ramp Highway 11 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour voiumes rounaea to nearest 5 c.c.Tathamxm &Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure co~uuin~y¢~rs 2018 Background Traffic Volumes 5 (235) t 380 280 1 (430) (55) (180) 95 285 --i ! (10) 5 t (175) 235 -1 110 275 (175) l (120) (420) 205 240 1 (185) (355) 520 L 65 (90) Y 320 Highway 11 S off-ramp Highway 11 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour Volumes rounded to nearest 5 **A 100 t4l, c.c.Tatham &Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure W h19EM~~ren 2023 Background Traffic Volumes 6 3.3 Future Background Traffic Operations 3.3.1 Turn Lane Requirements Prior to reviewing the operations of the key intersections under the future 2013, 2018 and 2023 background conditions, the need for exclusive turn lanes, where such do not otherwise exist, was reviewed in that these are warranted by traffic volumes as opposed to traffic operations. The need for a southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps was reviewed based on the following (a northbound left turn lane at the Highway 11 South on/off ramps already exists): • MTO guidelines for left turn lanes at unsignalized intersections on 2-lane roads; • a design speed of 80 km/h (reflective of a 60 km/h posted speed limit on County Road 93 near the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps); and • the projected 2013, 2018 and 2023 background traffic volumes. With respect to the need for a right turn lane on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 on/off-ramps, MTO criteria indicate the following: • right turn lanes should be considered when the turning volume exceeds 60 vehicles per hour and has the potential to interfere with through traffic. Based on the 2013 background traffic volumes (ie. prior to consideration for the proposed warehouse development), a southbound left turn lane is warranted on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps. In fact, the left turn lane is warranted under the 2011 summer conditions. In considering the projected 2023 traffic volumes (the most critical horizon) and an 80 km/ design speed, a storage length of 25 metres is required in addition to a 130 metre taper and a 50 metre parallel lane. As previously noted, the Highway 11 North on/off-ramp intersection is located approximately 90 metres south of the Highway 11 overpass, at which there are 2 southbound through lanes on County Road 93 (immediately south of the overpass, the 2 lanes merge to 1). To accommodate the provision for a southbound left turn lane at the intersection, the 2 lanes could be extended just beyond the intersection, as is otherwise provided at the Highway 11 South intersection. It is noted however, that such may not be readily achieved given the proximity of the existing church and cemetery on the east side of County Road 93 immediately opposite the intersection, and the impacts that may result. Given the change in grade at the cemetery lands, there is an existing block retaining wall approximately 52 metres in length, located 5 metres from the edge of road along the west side of the road. While it may be possible to shift the alignment of County Road 93 slightly to avoid the cemetery lands, such is not considered feasible in that the overpass is only 14 metres wide (thus just accommodating 2 lanes per direction) and thus is a controlling factor in the approach alignment. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 12 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 With regard to the intersection of County Road 93 and the Highway 11 south on/off-ramps, the provision of a southbound right turn lane, although warranted by the traffic projections in that they exceed 60 vehicles per hour, is not considered necessary as the right turn volumes are not expected to significantly impact the southbound through movement. No further improvements are otherwise required at the key intersections. 3.3.2 Intersection Operations The operations of the area key intersections were again investigated given the expected increases in traffic volumes and consideration for a southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps. For unsignalized intersections, delays, levels of service and volume to capacity ratios are provided for the critical moves (stop control moves on the side street and exclusive left turn moves on the major street). The results are presented in Table 2, Table 3 and Table 4 for the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizons, whereas detailed worksheets are included in Appendix C, Appendix D and Appendix E. Table 2: Intersection Operations - 2013 Background Traffic Volumes Highway 11 South on/off-ramps & EB stop 12 B 0.29 11 B 0.21 County Road 93 Highway 11 North WB stop 11 B 0.04 11 B 0.14 on/off-ramps & County Road 93 SB L - 2 A 0.07 2 A 0.06 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps & NB stop 11 B 0.03 12 B 0.26 Gore Road Gore Road & WB stop 9 A 0.02 9 A 0.16 Napoleon Road Despite the increase in the background traffic volumes, excellent levels of service (LOS A and B) will be provided at the key intersections with minimal delays during the peak hours considered in the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizon years. As such, no further improvements (beyond the left turn lane already noted) are required to support the future background conditions. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 13 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Highway 11 South on/off-ramps & EB stop 13 B 0.33 11 B 0.23 County Road 93 Highway 11 North WB stop 11 B 0.06 12 B 0.17 on/off-ramps & County Road 93 SB L - 2 A 0.08 2 A 0.08 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps & NB stop 11 B 0.04 13 B 0.27 Gore Road Gore Road & Napoleon Road WB stop 9 A 0.02 9 A 0.16 Table 4: Intersection Operations - 2023 Background Traffic Volumes Highway 11 South on/off-ramps & EB stop 14 B 0.37 12 B 0.26 County Road 93 Highway 11 North WB stop 11 B 0.07 13 B 0.20 on/off-ramps & County Road 93 SB L - 2 A 0.09 2 A 0.08 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps & NB stop 12 B 0.04 13 B 0.29 Gore Road Gore Road & WB stop 9 A 0.02 9 A 0.16 Napoleon Road Should the southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 not otherwise be implemented at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps due to the constraints as previously discussed, the intersection will continue to provide excellent levels of service (LOS B) with minimal delays. In this respect, the left turn lane is not required from a traffic operations perspective. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 14 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Table 3: Intersection Operations - 2018 Background Traffic Volumes 14 Proposed Development This chapter will provide additional details with respect to the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse development, including its location, the projected site generated traffic volumes and the assignment of such to the adjacent road network. 4.1 Site Location As illustrated in Figure 1, the proposed development site is located east of County Road 93 and south of Gore Road in the Township of Oro-Medonte. 4.2 Proposed Land Use & Phasing As per the preliminary site plan provided in Figure 7, the development will consist of a new warehouse building with a gross floor area of 25,528 m2 with provision for 56 parking spaces. For purposes of this study, it is assumed that the development will be fully completed and operational within 2 years. The intent of the warehouse is to provide much needed warehouse space in support of the existing manufacturing facilities on Napoleon Road, which are primarily manufacturing oriented. Materials and products that are otherwise stored at the Napoleon Road facilities will be transferred to the new facility for warehousing and subsequent distribution. In this respect, overall operations of the Wolf Steel facilities are not expected to change significantly (simply bigger and better warehousing is being provided). 4.3 Site Access As illustrated in Figure 7, 2 access points are proposed at the following locations: on Gore Road, approximately 280 metres east of Napoleon Road (referred to as North Access); and on County Road 93, approximately 170 metres south of the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps (referred to as West Access). The width of each access will be 12 metres, which allows for separate entry and exit lanes. Should outbound queues develop, separate exiting left and right turning lanes can also be accommodated (ie. the access points are wide enough to accommodate 1 inbound lane and 2 outbound lanes should vehicles position themselves accordingly). While the access points will be configured to permit inbound and outbound operations, it is intended that trucks will enter the site via the North Access from Gore Road and exit via the West Access to County Road 93. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 15 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 1C.c.ratnam&Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure Preliminary Site Plan 7 r Both site access points are considered appropriate with respect to their location, configuration and intended operations 4.4 Site Generated Trips 4.4.1 Trip Generation Trip estimates have been determined from first principles based on expected operations at the warehouse ad provided by Wolf Steel. As per the information provided, the following have been considered in determining site trips under weekday AM and PM peak hour operations for the proposed warehouse: 1 vehicle per person travelling to/from the site; 2 vehicles for the office shift arriving for 8:00am, departing 4:30pm; • 2 trips in (7:00am-8:00am), 2 trips out (4:30pm-5:30pm); 26 vehicles for the warehouse day shift arriving for 7:00am, departing 3:30pm; 26 trips in (6:00am-7:00am), 26 trips out (3:30pm-4:30pm); 6 vehicles for the warehouse afternoon shift arriving for 3:30pm, departing 12:00am; 6 trips in (2:30pm-3:30pm), 6 trips out (12:00am-1:00am); 10 trucks daily to external sites, 2 trucks maximum arriving/departing during peak hours; 2 trips in and 2 trips out (AM peak hour), 2 trips in and 2 trips out (PM peak hour); 12 trucks daily to/from Gore Road warehouse, 2 trucks maximum during peak hours; 2 trips in and 2 trips out (AM peak hour), 2 trips in and 2 trips out (PM peak hour); As different activities peak at different times, the warehouse day shift trips and afternoon shift trips were combined with the maximum number of truck trips expected during the peak hours. In consideration of the above, the trip estimates for the proposed Wolf Steel development have been summarized in Table 5. Table 5: Trip Estimates - Wolf Steel Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 17 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Wolf Steel Warehouse 32 4 36 10 32 42 As indicated, the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse is estimated to generate 36 trips during the AM peak hour and 42 trips during the PM peak hour, 8 of which during each hour will be truck trips (4 in and 4 out). As previously indicated, the warehouse operations will be shifted from the existing Napoleon Road facilities to the new development. In this respect, the warehouse does not represent a new use, to generate new trips. The trips otherwise associated with the warehouse facility will simply be relocated (although new trips will result from the transfer of goods from the manufacturing facilities on Napoleon Road to the warehouse). In this respect, the volume of traffic generated by the existing sites would in fact decrease by a comparable amount. However, to ensure a conservative approach, consideration has not been given to the reduction in trips associated with the existing uses. 4.4.2 Trip Distribution & Assignment The distribution of the trips to be generated by the Wolf Steel development has been determined based on discussions with Wolf Steel regarding travel patterns associated with the existing Napoleon Road facilities. The following distribution was provided: • 60% to/from the south via Highway 11; • 35% to/from the north via Highway 11; • 3% to/from the north via County Road 93; and • 2% to/from the south via County Road 93. Of the traffic travelling to/from the site via the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps, 50% were assigned to the North Access and 50% to the West Access (recognizing that car traffic can use both access points, whereby truck traffic must enter via Gore Road and exit via County Road 93). The resulting site generated traffic volumes, assigned to the road network and the site access, are illustrated in Figure 8. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 18 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 (0) 1 0 1 (1) (0) (0) 0 1 J j (0) 0 1 (4) 11 Z 2 0 (19) (19) (1) 2 11 ! (4) (4) 12 L o (0) i 3 Highway 11 S off-ramp Highway 11 C.C.Tatham & Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure C... It EngMn n Wolf Steel Warehouse Volumes 8 Transportation Impacts This chapter will address the resulting impacts of the Wolf Steel development on the road system. Namely, the following will be addressed: • operations of the key intersections as detailed in Section 2.1.2; • available sight lines at the proposed North and West Access; and • potential improvements to the study area road system, if necessary. 5.1 Future Total Traffic Volumes To assess the impacts of the increased traffic volumes resulting from the proposed development, the site generated traffic was combined with the background traffic volumes. The resulting 2013, 2018 and 2023 total volumes are illustrated in Figure 9, Figure 10 and Figure 11 respectively. 5.2 Future Total Traffic Operations 5.2.1 Turn Lane Requirements Prior to reviewing the operations of the key intersections under the future 2013, 2018 and 2023 total conditions, the need for exclusive turn lanes at the proposed access points was reviewed. MTO criteria, as previously noted in Section 3.3.1, were again applied. The traffic volumes for the most critical scenario (2023 total traffic volumes) warrant a southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 at the West Access, during the AM peak hour only. However, given the volume of left turning traffic estimated (20 vehicles, which equates to 1 left turn every 3 minutes), and the acceptable intersection operations that would otherwise be provided, such is not considered necessary. 5.2.2 Intersection Operations The operations of the key area intersections have been investigated based on the 2013, 2018 and 2023 total volumes, and in considering the provision of a southbound left turn lane at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramp intersection. The results of the operational assessment are provided in Table 6, Table 7 and Table 8 whereas detailed worksheets are provided in Appendix F, Appendix G and Appendix H for the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizons, respectively. For the site access points, single lane approaches have otherwise been assumed, with stop control on the site. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 20 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 (200) t /J 320 235 1 (360) (45) (155) 80 240 .J I (10) 5 3 (150) 210 -1 100 2 0 (165) t (120) (350) 180 215 (160) (295) ' 445 L 55 (75) Highway 11 S off-ramp 270 (390) Highway 11 (220) (80) " 360 90 L 95 (195) 105 (120) 1 f- 25 (65) 120 250) f 50 15) 155 (135) 1~ (235) 255 - (210) 220 1 r- (255) 230 - 175 165 (25) 35 -'f 15 10 (200) (155) Highway 11 N on/off-ramps (130) (45) (40) D f F 85 25 d (175) (15) (20) 15 65 L 10 (155) Napoleon Drive (285) t r-+ f- 10 (10) 91 385 340 r. 1 (355) 15 10 (20) (10) \ Gore Road 15 (15) 25 (30) 1- 0 (0) (25) 25 (15) 10 «1 r- (5) 15 f 5 0 r (10) (0) 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour Volumes rounded to nearest 5 (275) (10) 360 25 L 5 (30) L- 330 5 (320) (5) (275) t 360 330 1 (320) Access Propsed Wolf Steel Warehouse c.GTatham&Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure co~wnM~r~mxn 2013 Total Traffic Volumes 9 (220) t 350 260 1 (395) (50) (170) 85 265 .J 1 (10) 5 5 (165) 230 -i 105 2 5 (180) t (130) (385) 190 235 1 (175) y (325) . 485 L 60 (85) 1 295 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour Volumes rounded to nearest 5 (245) (90) 400 95 L 105 (215) 1 L-. r- 30 (70) r 190 185 (215) (170) (315) t 430 375 93 9 1 (385) (305) (10) 405 25 L 5 (30) 1 r- 5 (5) r 365 5 (350) (5) (305) t 405 365 t (350) Highway 11 S off-ramp 130 (265) (255) 275 Highway 11 N onloff-ramps Highway 11 115 (135) r- 50 15) 230) 240 -1 r' (25) 35 -l 15 10 (130) (45) (40) 1 85 25 t (175) (15) (20) 15 65 L 10 (155) 1 L. r' 10 - (10) r- 15 10 (20) (10) ( 165 (150 7751 71n - Napoleon Drive Gore Road - 15 (15) 25 (30) r" 0 (0) 25) 25 (15) 10 -1 r- (5) 15 5 0 (10) (0) North Access Access Propsed Wolf Steel Warehouse C.C.Tatham & Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure Con~uI~IM Gglne~vs 2018 Total Traffic Volumes 10 r (240) t 385 285 1 (435) (55) (185) 95 290 J j (10) 5 (180) 250 -1 115 280 (195) t (140) (425) 210 255 j (190) (360) p 535 L 65 (90) a 325 (270) (95) 440 105 L 120 (235) r 30 (75) r 210 200 (235) (185) (345) t 470 410 I (420) 100 AM peak hour (100) PM peak hour Volumes rounded to nearest 5 (335) (10) 445 25 L 5 (30) I L... 1- 5 (5) -r- 400 5 (385) (5) (335) I 445 400 1 (385) Highway 11 S off-ramp 145 (275) (275) 300 Highway 11 N on/off-ramps Highway 11 130 (145) r 50 (15) 250) 265 r- (25) 35 -1 15 10 (130) (45) (40) 85 1 25 1 (175) (15) (20) 15 65 L 10 (155) I L- r 10 (10) r 15 10 (20) (10) 180 (160 ?951 275 Napoleon Drive Gore Road 15 (15) 25 (30) 1- 0 (0) (25) 25 (15) 10 r- (5) 15 1 5 0 (10) (0) Access Propsed Wolf Steel Warehouse C.C.ratham&Associatesltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Figure • Cauuhin9 Enginee5 2023 Total Traffic Volumes 11 Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 24 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Table 6: Intersection Operations - 2013 Total Traffic Volumes Highway 11 South on/off-ramps EB stop 13 B 0.35 11 B 0.25 & County Road 93 Highway II South on/off-ramps EB stop 14 B 0.40 12 B 0.27 & County Road 93 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps WB stop 12 B 0.11 13 B 0.22 & County Road 93 SB L - 2 A 0.09 2 A 0.08 Highway 11 North on/off-ramps NB stop 12 B 0.05 14 B 0.31 & Gore Road Gore Road & WB stop 9 A 0.02 9 A 0.17 Napoleon Road North Access & NB stop 9 A 0.01 9 A 0.01 Gore Road West Access & WB stop 14 B 0.03 12 B 0.06 County Road 93 5.3 As indicated, excellent levels of service will be provided at the key intersections with minimal delays for the 2013, 2018 and 2023 horizons. As such, no further intersection improvements are required from an operational perspective. Once again, should the exclusive southbound left turn lane not be constructed on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps as previously noted, the intersection will nonetheless operate at an excellent level of service (LOS B) with minimal delays. In this regard, the southbound left turn lane is not considered critical to ensuring appropriate intersection operations under the future total conditions, should it provide problematic to implement. It is further noted that this turn lane is not warranted by the site development (in fact, the site will not contribute significant volumes to this movement), but rather by existing and future background volumes. Sight Line Analysis Based on MTO geometric design standards, the minimum stopping sight distance for a design speed of 70 km/h is 110 metres, whereas the distance for a design speed of 80 km/h is 135 metres. This requirement provides sufficient distance for an approaching vehicle to observe a stationary hazard in the road (ie. a vehicle stopped at an intersection waiting to complete a turn) and bring the vehicle to a complete stop prior to the hazard. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 25 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Table 8: Intersection Operations - 2023 Total Traffic Volumes The available sight lines on Gore Road as determined at the proposed North Access are 250 metres to/from the west and greater than 250 metres to/from the east. The available sight lines on County Road 93 as determined at the proposed West Access are 170 metres to/from the north and greater than 250 metres to/from the south. These distances are in excess of the minimum MTO stopping sight distance requirements and thus considered suitable to ensure safe operations for vehicles turning to/from the site. As all sightlines are in excess of the minimum MTO sight distance requirements, no improvements to address sight line constraints are required. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 26 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 Summary This study has addressed the transportation impacts associated with the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse development, located east of County Road 93 (Penetanguishene Road) and south of Gore Road in the Township of Oro-Medonte. Key elements of this study are summarized below. • Based on the estimated 2011 summer traffic volumes and the existing intersection configurations and controls, the study area intersections provide excellent levels of service (LOS A, B) during both peak hours, with minimal delays. As such, no improvements are required to support the existing conditions. • A 2013 horizon (full build out), 2018 horizon (5-year beyond full build out) and 2023 horizon (10- year beyond full build out) were analyzed for this study. • An annual future growth rate of 2% was applied to the existing traffic volumes on County Road 93 and the Highway 11 ramps to estimate future background traffic volumes for the horizon years. No growth on Napoleon Road or Gore Road was assumed, and no other significant future developments are expected near the study area by the 2023 horizon. • Under future background conditions (which consider overall growth), a southbound left turn lane is warranted on County Road 93 at the Highway 11 North on/off-ramps intersection based on MTO turn lane warrants (which in turn are based on traffic volumes). However, it is recognized that such cannot be readily implemented given the proximity of an existing church and cemetery to County Road 93 at the intersection, and the inability to shift the road alignment given the constraints at the Highway 11 overpass. Should the left turn lane not be constructed, excellent intersection operations will nonetheless be provided (ie. if the existing configuration is maintained operations will remain acceptable). • The Wolf Steel preliminary site plan comprises a new warehouse building with a gross floor area of 25,528 m2, 56 parking spaces and access to Gore Road and County Road 93. • Traffic volumes associated with the proposed Wolf Steel warehouse were estimated based on site operations as provided by the Wolf Steel. Following full build-out, the warehouse is expected to generate 36 trips (32 in, 4 out) during the AM peak hour and 42 trips (10 in, 32 out) during the PM peak hour. 8 truck trips are estimated during each peak hours (4 in, 4 out). • Although a southbound left turn lane on County Road 93 at the West Access is warranted for the 2023 AM peak hour, it is not considered necessary given the limited left turn volumes (1 movement every 3 minutes) and the acceptable operations that will otherwise exist. • All area road intersections, including the site access points, will provide excellent levels of service with minimal delays under the future total traffic operations. • Should the existing intersection configurations be maintained (ie. no improvements considered), traffic operations will continue to be acceptable under the future total traffic volumes. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 27 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 As all sightlines are in excess of the minimum MTO sight distance requirements and thus no,. improvements to address sight line constraints are required. • Overall, the proposed warehouse development will not have any appreciable impacts on the road system operations. While this represents a new building, the warehouse operations already exist at the Napoleon Road facilities and will simply be transferred to a new site. As such, no significant increase in traffic volumes beyond existing traffic levels are expected (apart from some additional truck trips between sites, which will be minor). C3 ! tI iP t~ Authored by: Brendan Callery Reviewed by: Michael Cullip Transportation Planner Director Manager - TransportatiomE ineering © C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd The information contained in this document is solely for the use of the Client identified on the cover sheet for the purpose for which it has been prepared and C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. undertakes no duty to or accepts any responsibility to any third party who may rely upon this document. This document may not be used for any purpose other than that provided in the contract between the Owner/Client and the Engineer nor may any section or element of this document be removed, reproduced, electronically stored or transmitted in any form without the express written consent of C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. Wolf Steel Warehouse Development Page 28 Traffic Impact Study February 18, 2011 C APPENDIX A: TRAFFIC + 4" Tm"Poft I IITE M N LAYOUI SHEET chftft DATE "f J {h &1 t 2 0 g DAY S„ WEATHER C60 OBSERVER L bil r REQUEST # TFR # 3 FILE # a GWTCH CODE (LHRS) 2 Llf ooooo J T HIGHWAY ' RAMPS 23 g,►T~s~ts: 4f L - -RE©MUN. 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Canzuluig EZginx<rs GENERAL INFORMATION Surveyor Name John Jardine Jurisdiction/Date Township of Oro-Medonte 11 January 2011 Weather Conditions 12 degrees, clear Major Street Hwy 11 N on/off ramps E-W Project Name Wolf Steel Minor Street Gore Road N-S Project Number 410381 Intersection Control stop control on minor street INTERSECTION COUNT AM PEAK HOUR Total Vehicles 282 % Trucks Entering 12.4% Vehicles Entering 113 Pedestrians 0 Ped Crossing I EAST LEG A N Total Heavy Light Autos Trucks Trucks 89 5 10 74 2 E 167 1 9 157 I z 0 0 28 0 1 27 w' Heavy r TOTAL Trucks TLightrucks Autos WEST LEG Ped Crossing I Pedestrians 0 Vehicles Entering 195 % Trucks Entering 5.6% Total Vehicles 284 N W * E s Autos 62 Light Trucks 2 Heavy Trucks 2 TOTALI 66 Autos Light Heavy Trucks Trucks TOTAL 64 8 3 75 35 1 2 38 E m 0 c 0 z 3 x Gore Road 7:30 to 8:30 SOUTH LEG Ped Crossing H Pedestrians 0 Vehicles Entering 16 % Trucks Entering 25.0% Total Vehicles 82 i Fir> 159 9 1 169 Light Heavy Autos Total Trucks Trucks 10 2 Autos 2 0 Light Trucks 2 0 Heavy Trucks 14 2 TOTAL Hwy 11 N on-off ramps & Gore Road Count Summary 11JAN11.xls 2/1612011 INTERSECTION COUNT CGTatham&Associates Ltd PM PEAK HOUR 10 GENERAL INFORMATION Surveyor Name John Jardine Jurisdiction/Date Township of Oro-Medonte 11 January 2011 Weather Conditions 12 degrees, clear Major Street Hwy 11 N on/off ramps E-W Project Name Wolf Steel Minor Street Gore Road N-S Project Number 410381 Intersection Control stop control on minor street Additional Comments Total Vehicles 289 % Trucks Entering 6.0% Vehicles Entering 100 Pedestrians 0 Ped Crossing I EAST LEG E m 0 o - z N v T _ W + E ~c s ' - Z 156 1 5 - 150 V 0 0 18 1 2 ! ~ 15-- Autos y w Heavy TOTAL Light Autos n Trucks Trucks < Autos 22 WEST LEG Light 4 Trucks Ped Crossing I 1 2 0 Ped Crossing H Tucks Pedestrians 0 TOTAL 27 128 33 TOTAL Pedestrians 0 Vehicles Entering 174 Gore Road Vehicles Entering 161 % Trucks Entering 5.2% % Trucks Entering 4.3% Total Vehicles 393 Total Vehicles 188 15:30 to 16:30 Total Heavy Light Autos Trucks Trucks 219 4 7 208 121 33 Autos 5 0 Light Trucks Heavy Trucks SOUTH LEG Autos Light Heavy Trucks Trucks TOTAL 87 2 2 91 7 2 0 9 183 5 1 189 Light Heavy Total Trucks Trucks Hwy 11 N on-off ramps & Gore Road Count Summary 11JAN11.x1s 2/16/2011 APPENDIX 2011 OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2011 AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis r r - G= 1 Lane Condgurations Volume (veh/h) 1 184 87 215 224 72 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 1 194 92 226 236 76 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 683 274 312 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf voi vCu, unblocked vol 683 274 312 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 100 75 93 c.M rapacity (veh/h) 384 765 1249 Volume'Total 195 92 226 312 Volume Left 1 92 0 0 Volume Right 194 0 0 76 cSH 761 1249 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.26 0.07 0.13 0.18 Queue Length 95th (m) 7.7 1.8 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.3 8.1 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.3 2.3 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.6 Intersection Capacity Utilization 42.4% ICU Level of Service Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2011 AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ` I Lane Configurations r Volume (veh/h) 14 91 160 153 77 331 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 15 96 168 161 81 348 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) , Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 679 168 329 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2; stage 2 conf Vol vCu, unblocked vol 679 168 329 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 96 89 93 cM capacity (veh/h) 390 876 1230 Volume Total i5 9o 168 161 429 Volume Left 15 0 0 0 81 Volume. Right 0 96 0 161 0 cSH 390 876 1700 1700 1230 Volu ne to Capacity 0.04 0.11 0.10 0.09 0.07 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.9 2.8 0.0 0.0 1.6 Control Delay (s) 14.6 9.6 0.0 0.0 2.1 Lane LOS B A A Approach Delay (s) 10.3 0.0 2.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 2.3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 43.4% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2011 AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis - r~l aF _ Lane Configurations Y Volume (veh/h) 202 28 38 91 14 2 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 213 29 , 40 96 15 2 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 242 403 227 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 242 403 227 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 97 97 100 o,.4 capacity (veh/h) 1324 585 812 Volumt, Total 242 136 17 Volume Left 0 40 15 Volume Right 29 0 2 cSH 1700 1324 606 Volume to Capacity 0.14 0.03 0.03 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.7 0.7 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.5 11.1 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 070 2:5 11.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3 Intersection Capacity Utilizaduii 32.6'r0' ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2011 AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis , 'r Iv. Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 2 9 7 2 62 4 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 2 9 7 2 65 4 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 1.43 8 9 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 143 8 9 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 100 99 96 cM capacity (veh/h) 815 1073 1610 - Volume Total 12 9 6y - Volume Left 2 0 65 Volume Right 9 2 0 cSH 1015 1700 1610 Volume to Capacity 0.01 0.01 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.3 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 8.6 0.0 6.9 Lane LOS A A Approach. Delay (s) 8.6 0.0 6.9 Approach LOS A Avenge Delay Intersection Capacity Utilization 20.3% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2011 PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ~ ~ _L E_ - - Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) = 3.5 92 328 141 41 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 142 97 345 148 43 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Medllan type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 709 170 192 vC1, stage 1 confvol VC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 709 170 192 tC single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 71 93 cM capacity (veh/h) 373 871 1382 Volume' Total 147 97 345 192 Volume Left 5 97 0 0 Volume Right 142 0 0 43 cSH 834 1382 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.18 0.07 0.20 0.11 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.9 1.7 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 10.2 7.8 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 10.2 1.7 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay !.9 Intersection Capacity Utilization 33.6; ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2011 PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis I Lane Configurations r t r 4 Volume (veh/h) 54 184 165 137 70 206 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 57 194 174 144 74 217 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type- None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 538 174 318 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 538 174 318 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 88 78 94 cM capacity (veh/h) 474 870 1242 Volume Total 57 194 174 144 291 Volume Left 57 0 0 0 74 Volume. Right 0 194 0 144 0 cSH 474 870 1700 1700 1242 Volume to Capacity 0.12 0.22 0.10 0.08 0.06 Queue Length 95th (m) 3.1 6.5 0.0 0.0 1.4 Control Delay (s) 13,6 10.3 0.0 0.0 2.5 Lane LOS B B A Ar proach Delay (s) 11.1 0.0 2.5 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 36.7% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2011 PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Cuniiguraduns 114 - - - (veh/h) Volume 1R~ 18 9 110 128 33 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0%0 Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 199 19 9 116 135 35 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None - None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) PX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 218 343 208 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 218 343 208 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 79 96 cM capacity (veh/h) 1352 649 832 n L .s. .r ,E ao•h Volume total 218 125 169 Volume Left 0 9 135 Volume Right 19 0 35 _ cSH 1700 1352 679 Volume to Capacity 0.13 0.01 0.25 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.2 7.5 Control Delay (s) 00 0.6 12.1 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.6 12.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.1 Intersection Capacity Utilizati:;q. 29.0% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2011 PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 4~- t ~ I*. P Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 2 155 6 2 19 8 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 2 163 6 2 20 8 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 56 7 8 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2'conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 56 7 8 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 100 85 99 CM capacity (veh/h) 940 1075 1612 - 7'm F ,F 7 7. T Vuiume iutai i65 8 28 Volume Left 2 0 20 Volume Right 163 2 0 cSH 1073 1700 1612 Volume to Capacity 0.15 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.1 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 5.1 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 5.1 Approach LOS A Average Delay 8.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 24.5% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 APPENDIX C: 2013 BACKGROUND OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2013 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Anal sis ` t Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 195 95 225 235 80 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 205 100 237 247 84 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 726 289 332 vC1, stage 1 confvol yC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 726 289 332 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 73 92 cM capacity (veh/h) 359 750 1228 _ L Volume Totai 211 100 237 332 Volume Left 5 100 0 0 Volume Right 205 0 0 84 cSH 730 1228 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.29 0.08 0.14 0.20 Queue Length 95th (m) 9.1 2.0 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.9 8.2 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.9 2.4 00 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.8 - - Intersection' Capacity Utilization 44.8% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2013 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r I,- Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) i5 95 70 160 85 345 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 16 100 179, 168 89, 363 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 721 179 347 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 721 179 347 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 96 88 93 CPA rapacity (veh/h) :365 864 1212 .~IJi I, Loffci,trlv%.~ kV1J t r ICY. ~ L _.~I I 'c. -~_.E F'_ Volume Total 16 11 179 68 2,9 3 36~ Volume Left 16 0 0 0 89 0 Volume Right 0 100 0 168 0 0 cSH 365 864 1700 1700 1212 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.04 0.12 0.11 0.10 0.07 0.21 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.0 3.0 0.0 0.0 1.8 0.0 Control Delay (s) 15.3 9.7 0.0 0.0 8.2 0.0 Lane LOS C A A Approach Delay (s) 10.5 0.0 1.6 Approach LOS B 11 I I 'r: I it - Average Delay 2.1 Intersection Capacity Udlizatlon X8.2% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2013 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacit y Anal ysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 215 30 40 95 15 5 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 226 32 42 100 16 5 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 258 426 242 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 258 426 242 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 97 97 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 1307 566 797 Voiume Total 258 142 21 Volume Left 0 42 16 Volume Right 32 0 5 cSH 1700 1307 610 Volume to Capacity 0.15 0.03 0.03 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.8 0.8 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.5 11.1 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 2.5 11.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 1.4 IntersecUon Capacity Utilization 33.7% : ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2013 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 4-- r L L- Lane Configurations _ Volume (veh/h) 5 10 10 5 65 5 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 11 11 5 68 5 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 155 13 16 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 155 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM capacaty (veh h) 300 1067 102 Volume Total 16 16 74 Volume Left 5 0 08 Volume Right 11 5 0 cSH 960 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.01 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.4 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Approach LOS A IJ;T, J:, [11 irV Average Delay 6.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 20:5% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 C_ 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2013 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacit y Anal ysis -F f Lane Configurations Y Volume (veh/h) 10 145 100 345 150 45 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 153 105 363 158 47 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) UpsUeam signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 755 182 205 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage'2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 755 182 205 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 97 82 92 cM capacity (veh/h) 347 861 1366 Volume TUtai 166 i05 363 205 Volume Left 11 105 0 0 Volume Right 153 0 0 47 cSH 786 1366 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.21 0.08 0.21 0.12 Queue Length 95th (m) 5.9 1.9 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 10.8 7.9 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 10.8 1.8 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 35.7% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2013 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Contiguralions *j r - V~~luli~ IdFh/h) 60 195 175 145 75 215 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 63 205 184 153 79 226 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None: None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 568 184 337 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 568 184 337 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 86 76 94 cM capacity (veh/h) 453 358 1222 C r ~ C Li J t .i_V Lt f , yr.: 4 C•: ` Volume Total 63 205 184 153 79 226 Volume Left 63 0 0 0 79 0 Volume Right 0 205 0 153 0 0 cSH 453 858 1700 1700 1222 1700 Volume to Capacity 0,14 0.24 0.11 0.09 0.06 0.13 Queue Length 95th (m) 3.7 7.1 0.0 0.0 1.6 0.0 Control Delay (s) 14.2 10.5 0,0 0.0 8.1 0.0 Lane LOS B B A Approach Delay (s) 11.4 0.0 2.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.1 v Intersection Capacity Utilization 28.0% ICU Level.of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2013 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis - - ' ET - Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 200 20 10 115 130 35 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 211 21 11 121 137 37 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 232 363 221 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2; stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 232 363 221 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 78 95 cM capacity (veh/h) 1336 631 819 Direct~oi s i .777 Volume Total 232 132 174 Volume Left 0 11 137 Volume Right 21 0 37 cSH 1700 1336 663 Volume to Capacity 0.14 0.01 0.26 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.2 8.0 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.7 12.3 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.7 12.3 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4, 2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 30.3%o IC U Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2013 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Anal ysis - L Lane Configurations t Volume (veh/h) 5 155 10 5 20 iU Sign Control Stop Free Free Glade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph)' 5 163 11 5 21 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 66 13 16 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 66 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 - 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 pO queue free % 99 85 99 cM apacity (veh/h) 9?7 1067 1602 Volume Tclal 168 16 32 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right; 163 5 0 cSH 1062 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.16` 0,01 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.3 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Approach LOS A Average Delay 7.8 Intersection Capacity Utilization 24. 8'% ICU L~JeI o f Service Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 APPENDIX : 2018 BACKGROUND OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2018 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis _ Lae Cori gurati nis Y 11~ Volume (veh/h) 5 215 100 250 260 85 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 226 105 263 274 89 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 792 318 363 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 792 318 363 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 69 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 326 722 1195 Volume Total 232 105 263 363 Volume Left 5 105 0 0 Volume Right 226 0 0 89 cSH 703 1195 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.33 0.09 0.15 0.21 Queue Length 95th (m) 10.9 2.2 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 12.6 8.3 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 12.6 2.4 0.0 Approach LOS B - - Average Delay 3.9 Intersecflon Capacity Utilization 48.0% IC U Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2018 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r k- t Ik- 1,. , Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veh/h) 20 105 185 180 90 385 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 21 111 195 189 95 405 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 789 195 384 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 789 195 384 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 94 87 92 ,,M capacity (veh/h) 330 847 1174 Volume Total 21 1 i i 195 i89 95 405 Volume Left 21 0 0 0 95 0 Volume Right 0 111 0 189 0 0 cSH 330 847 1700 1700 1174 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.06 0.13 0.11 0.11 0.08 0:24 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.5 3.4 0.0 0.0 2.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 16.6 9.9 0.0 0.0 8.3 0.0 Lane LOS C A A Approach Delay (s) 11.0 0.0 1.6 Approach LOS B Average Delay 2.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 30.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2018 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Cori liguratioiib Volume (veh/h) 7115 0 40 105 15 5 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 247 32 42 111 16 5 - Pedestrians Lane Width (m) - Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None' Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 279 458 263 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 279 458 263 tC; single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 97 97 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 1204 543 775 .v. . . LL . ms s. Volume Total 279 153 ?I Volume Left 0 42 16 Volume Right 32 0 5 cSH 1700 1284 587 Volume to Capacity 0.16 0.03 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.8 0.8 Control delay (s) 0.0 2.4 11.4 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 2.4 11.4 Approach LOS B Average Delay 1.3 intersection Capacity ! li!i~ation 35.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2018 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations ► Volume (veh/h) 5 10 10 5 65 5 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 11 11 5 68 5 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 155 13 16 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 155 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM capacity (veh/h) 800 1067 1602 = v E _ VOIUIIIe lutdl i6 16 74 Volume Left 5 0 68 Volume Right 11 5 0 cSH 960 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.01 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.4 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Approach LOS A Average Delay 6.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 20.5% ICU Level of Service A- Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2018 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analy sis _I ELI L L- I L _ _ Lane Cuniiguraiions ' j - ~W Volume (veh/h) 10 1 110 380 165 50 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourlyflow rate (vph) 11 168, 116 400 174 53 Pedestrians , Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume' 832 200 226 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 832 200 226 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 97 80 91 cM capacity (veh h) 3i0 R41 1342 Volume Total 179 116 400 226 Volume Left 11 116 0 0 Volume Right 168 0 0 53 cSH 764 1342 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 01.23 0.09 ' 0.24 0.13 Queue Length 95th (m) 6.9 2.1 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.1 7.9 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.1 1.8 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.2 v Intersection Capacity Utilization 33.3% ICU Levu of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2018 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r 4- Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veh/h) 65 215 190 160 85 240 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 68 226 200 168 89 253 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 632 200 368 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf Vol vCu, unblocked vol 632 200 368 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 83 73 92 cM capacity (veh/h) 411 841 1190 17 Volume Total 08 226 200 168 89 253 Volume Left 68 0 0 0 89 0 Volume Right 0 226 0 168 0 0 cSH 411 841 1700 1700 1190 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0:27 0.12 0.10 0.08 0.15 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.5 8.3 0.0 0.0 1.9 0.0 Control Delay (s) 15.5 10.8 0.0 0.0 8.3 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 11`.9 0.0 2.2 Approach LOS B Average Delay 42 Intersection Capacity Utilization 30.0% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2018 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ri f --1 = - r -1 L. Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 220 20 10 130 130 35 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 232 21 11 137 137 37 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 253 400 242 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 253 400 242 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 77 95 cM capacity (Ph'h) 1313 601 797 D rectie -e c Volume Total 253 147 174 Volume Leff 0 11 137 Volume Right 21 0 37 cSH 1700 1313 634 Volume to Capacity 0.15 0.01 0.27 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.2 8.4 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.6 12.8 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.6 12.8 Approach LOS B Average Dela, 4.0 Intersection Capacity Utilization 3 i.1% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2018 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis f- 1' Configurations Lent Volume (veh/h) 5 155 10 5 20 10 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 163 11 5 21 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 66 13 16 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 66 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tG, 2 stage (s) tF (s)' 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 85 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 927 1067 1602 Volume Total 168 16 32 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right 163 5 0 cSH 1062 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.16 0.01 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.3 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Approach LOS A r - Average Delay 1_ Intersection Capacity Utilization 24.8% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 C_ APPENDIX 2023 BACKGROUND OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2023 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacit y Analy sis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 235 110 275 285 95 - Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 247 116= 289 300 100 Pedestrians - Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 871 350 400 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 871 350 400 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 64 90 cm capacity (veh/h) 289 693 1159 k c Volurne Total 253 1 i6 289 400 Volume Left 5 116 0 0 Volume Right 247 0 0 100 cSH 674 1159 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.37 0.10 0.17 0.24 Queue Length 95th (m) 13.2 2.5 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 13.5 8.5 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 13.5 2.4 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 51.7% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2023 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r - Lane Coniiguraiions I t - Volume (veh/h) 20 120 205 195 100 425 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 21 126 216 205 105 447 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None, None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 874 216 421 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 874 216 421 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 22 p0 queue free % 93 85 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 291 824 1138 G rCli ~Il~ _IJ J ..r.M h . lil. I.F~ , y -c 1 Y y~R .^Gti. I,. aA,: Volume Total 21 126 216 205 105 447 Volume Left 21 0 0 0 105 0 Volume Right 0 126 0 205 0 0 cSH 291 824 1700 1700 1138 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.07 0.15 0.13 0.12 0.09 0.26 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.8 4.1 0.0 0.0 2.3 0.0 Control Delay (s) 18.3 10.2 0.0 0.0 8.5 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 11.3 0.0 1.6 Approach LOS B Average Delay 2 3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 32.49 ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2023 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations ~i Volume (veh/h) 260 30 40 120 15 5 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 274 32 42 126 16 5 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream' signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 305 500 289 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 confvol vCu, unblocked vol 305 500 289 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 97 97 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 1256 513 750 Volume iota) 305 i68 2,1 Volume Left 0 42 16 Volume Right 32 0 5 cSH 1700 1256 557 Volume to Capacity 0.18 0.03 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.8 0.9 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.2 11.7 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 2.2 11.7 Approach LOS B Average Delay Intersection Capacity Utilization 37.4% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2023 BG AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 1J 10 5 65 5 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 11 11, 5 68 5 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 155 13 16 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 155 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM capacity /veh/h1 1100 1067 1602 Volume Total 16 16 74 Volume Left 5 0 68 Volume Right 11 5 0 cSH 960 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.01 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.4 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 8.8 0.0 6.8 Approach LOS A Average Delay 6.1 Intersecfion Capacity Utili2ation 20.5;. ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2023 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Contlyuratl~,ns ~ Volume (veh/h) 10 175 120 420 180 55 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 184 126 442 189 58 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 913 218 247 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2'conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 913 218 247 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 96 78 90 cM capacity (veh/h) 274 821 1318 Volume I otal 195 126 442 247 Volume Left 11 126 0 0 Volume Right 184 0 0 58 cSH 741 1318 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.26 0.10 0.26 0.15 Queue Length 95th (m) 8.0 2.4 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.6 8.0 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.6 1.8 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Dec,y Intersection Capacity Utilization 40.8% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2023 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Anal ysis 1 t Jb : =L- _ Lane Con igurabons r Volume (.14/h) 70 235 210 175 90 265 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 74 247 221 184 95 279 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 689 221 405 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 689 221 405 tC single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tc, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 80 70 9C GM raparity (vehlh) 7ft 819 1 15:3 Volume Total 74 247 221 1 UU4 95 279 Volume Left 74 0 0 0 95 0 Volume Right 0 247 0 184 0 0 cSH 378 819 1700 1700 1153 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.20 0.30 0.13 0.11 0.08 0.16 Queue Length 95th (m) 5.4 9.7 0.0 0.0 2.0 0.0 Control belay (s) 16.8 11.3 0.0 ` 0.0 8.4 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 12.6 0.0 2.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.4 Intersection Capacity Utilization 32.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2023 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 77 Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 240 20 10 140 130 35 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 253 21 11 147 137 37 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 274 432 263 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 274 432 263 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 76 95 cM capacity (veh/h) 1289 576 775 LI ~I` - F r Volume Total 274 158 174 Volume Left 0 11 137 Volume Right 21 0 37 cSH 1700 1289 609 Volume to Capacity 0.16 0.01 0.29 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.2 8.9 Control belay (s) 0.0 0.6 13.2 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.6 13.2 Approach LOS B I' 11--Tv Average Delay 4.0 Intersection Capacity Utilization 31.6% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2023 BG PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analy sis . Lane Configurations ~r Volurile weh/h) 5 155 10 5 20 10 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow, rate (vph) 5 163 11 5 21 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 66 13 16 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 66 13 16 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF(s) 3.5 8.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 85 99 cP9 (2"i,h) 9?7 1067 1Fi02 Volume Total 162 1.6 32 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right 163 5 0 cSH 1062 1700 1602 Volume to Capacity 0.16 0.01 0.01 , Queue Length 95th (m) 4.3 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.0 0.0 4.9 Approach LOS A Average Delay 7.8 Intersection Capacity Utilization 24.8/° ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 "PENDIX F: 2013 TOTAL OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ` 1 ' Lane configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 210 100 230 240 80 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 221 105 242 253 84 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 747 295 337 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 747 295 337 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 70 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 348 745 1222 c~tiu~i~Lai CL~r,~ `'r "~~-+f.i;J6,2~aY~SB.,1,. ,.f:•. Volume Total 226 105 242 337 Volume Left 5 105 0 0 Volume Right 221 0 0 84 cSH 725 1222 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.31 0.09 0.14 0.20 Queue Length 95th (m) 10.1 2.1 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 12.2 8.2 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 12.2 2.5 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.0 Intersection Capacity Utilization 46.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 4~, t ~ 1,0~ Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veh/h) 25 95 175 165 85 360 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 26 100 184 174 89 379 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 742 184 358 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 742 184 358 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 93 88 93 cM capacity (veh/h) 355 858 1201 77 s Volume i otal 2e i uu 184 i 74 n 319 Volume Left 26 0 0 0 89 0 Volume Right 0 100 0 174 0 0 cSH 355 858 1700 1700 1201 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.07 0.12 0.11 0.10 0.07 0.22 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.8 3.0 0.0 0.0 1.8 0.0 Control Delay (s) 16.0 9.7 0'.0 0.0 8.2. 0.0 Lane LOS C A A Approach Delay (s) 11.0 0.0 1.6 Approach LOS B Average Deiay 2.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 28.9% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis rr FF.- _ - Lh Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 220 30 50 105 15 10 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 232 32 53 111 16 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 263 463 247 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 263 463 247 tC, single (s) 0 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 96 97 99 cM capaci(vehIh) 1301 534 791 Vol_.:._ Total 26,1 6 Volume Left 0 53 ?6 Volume Right 32 0 11 cSH 1700 1301 614 Volume to Capacity 0.15 0.04 0,04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 1.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.8 11.1 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 2.8 11.1 Approach LOS B - Ir ie n J ^ ~ - Average Delay 1.6 Intersection Capacity Utilization 35.0% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis i- Lane C _n5gurat~ens Volume (veh/h) 10 10 15 10 65 15 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 11 16 11 68 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 174 21 26 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 174 21 26 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) IF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM capacity (veh/h) 781 1056 1588 Volume I otal 21 26 84 Volume Left 11 0 68 Volume Right 11 11 0 cSH 898 1700 1588 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.02 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.5 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 9.1 0.0 6.0 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.1 0.0 6.0 Approach LOS A Average De,ay 3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 21.1% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 C~- 5: Gore Road & North Access 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations '14 Volume (veh/h) 10 15 0 15 5 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 16 0 16 5 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 26 34 18 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 26 34 18 tC single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF`(s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 99 100 cNI capacity (veh/h) 1588 979 1060 Volume Total 26 16 5 Volume Left 0 0 5 Volume Right 16 0 0 cSH 1700 1588 979 Volume to Capacity OX 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 0.1 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Approach LOS A I-C Average Delay 1.0 Intersecfion Capacity Utilization 13.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 6: West Access & County Road 93 2013 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 5 330 5 20 360 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 5 347 5 21 379 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicfing volume 771 350 353 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2-conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 771 350 353 tC, single, (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 98 cM capacity (veh/h) 362 693 1206 Volume Total i i 353 400 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right 5 5 0 cSH 476 1700 1206 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.21 0.02 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.5 0.0 0.4 Control belay (s) 12.7 0.0 0.6 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 12.7 0.0 0.6 Approach LOS B Average Delay 0.5 Intersecflon Capacity Utilization 45.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis -V 4\ t 1 Lane Configurations Voiume kveh/h) 10 150 120 350 155 45 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 158 126 368 163 47 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 808 187 211 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 808 187 211 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF; (s) 3.5 33 22 p0 queue free % 97 82 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 318 3, 55 1360 Volume Total 168 126 368 211 Volume Left 11 126 0 0 Volume Right 158, 0 0 47 cSH 773 1360 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.22 '0.09 0.22 0.12 Queue Length 95th (m) 6.3 2.3 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 10.9 7.9 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 10.9 2.0 00 Approach LOS B Average Delay Intersection Capacity Utilization 37.4';0 1CU Level of SeNice A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veNh) 65 195 195 155 75 220 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 68 205 205 163 79 232 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 595 205 368 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 595 205 368 tC, single (s); 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) IF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 84 75 93 cM capacity (veh/h) 436 835 1190 Volume Total e8 205 205 163 79 232 Volume Left 68 0 0 0 79 0 Volume Right 0 205 0 163 0 0 cSH 436 835 1700 1700 1190 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.16 0.25 0.12 0.10 0.07 0.14 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.2 7.3 0.0 0.0 1.6 0.0 Control. Delay (s) 14.8 10.7 0.0 0.0 8.2 0.0 Lane LOS B B A Approach Delay (s) 11.7 0.0 2.1 Approach LOS B AveragF Dttlay 4.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 29.0% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations T. Volume (veh/h) 210 20 15 120 130 45 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 221 21 - 16 126 137 47 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 242 389 232 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 242 389 232 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 77 94 cM capacity (veh/h) 1324 607 808 Volume Total 242 142 118 4 Volume Left 0 16 137 Volume Right 21 0 47 cSH 1700 1324 648 Volume to Capacity 0.14 0.01 0.28 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 03 8.9 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.9 12.7 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.9 12.7 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.4 Intersection Capacity Utiliz61,ion 35.5% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis _ Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 155 20 10 20 15 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 163 21 11 21 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 84 26 32 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 84 26 32 tC, single' (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) EF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 84 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 905 1049 1581 , r Volume Fuld! 174 32 37 Volume Left 11 0 21 Volume Right 163 11 0 GSH 1039 1700 1581 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0.02 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.5 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.2 0.0 4.2 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 92 0.0 4.2 Approach LOS A r Average Delay 7.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 25.4% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 5: Gore Road & North Access 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations T~. 4 y Volume (veh/h) 5 5 0 i5 10 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 16 5 0 16 11 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 21 34 18 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 21 34 18 tC single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 99 100 cM capacity (vehih) 1595 979 1060 Vo!urno Tota! 21 16 1 i Volume Left 0 0 11 Volume Right 5 0 0 cSH 1700 1595 979 Volume to Capacity 0.01 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Approach LOS A Average Delay 1.9 Intersection Capacity Utilization i 3.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 6: West Access & County Road 93 2013 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis i- Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 25 320 5 10 275 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 26 337 5 11 289 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 650 339 342 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 650 339 342 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4,1 tG, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 96 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 430 703 1217 Volume Total 32 342 300 - - Volume Left 5 0 11 Volume Right 26 5 0 cSH 636 1700 1217 Volume to Capacity 0.05 0.20 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.2 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 11.0 0.0 0.4 Lane LOS B A Approat Delay (s) 11.0 0.0 0.4 Approach LOS B Avenge Delay 17 Intersection Capacity Utilization 32.6% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 APPENDIX 2018 AL OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 230 105 255 265 85 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 242 111 268 279 89 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 813 324 368 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 813 324 368 iC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 66 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 316 717 1190 r i „F L Volume Total 241 111 268 368 Volume Left 5 111 0 0 Volume Right 242 0 0 89 cSH 698 1190 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.35 0.09 0.16 0.22 Queue Length 95th (m) 12.2 2.3 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 13.0 8.3 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 13.0 2.4 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.1 Intersection Capacity Utilization 49.4% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis - ;r - ' -`CP - - - Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 30 105 190 185 90 400 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 32 111 200 195 95 421 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 811 200 395 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 811 200 395 tG, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF'(s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 90 87 92 cj%1 capacity(veh/h) 321 841 1164 Volume Total 32 111 200 195 95 421 Volume Left 32 0 0 0 95 0 Volume Right 0 111 0 195 0 0 cSH 321 841 1700 1700 1164 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.10 0.13 0.12 0.11 0.08 0.25 Queue Length 95th (m) 2.5 3.4 0.0 0.0 2.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 17.4 9.9 0.0 0.0 8.4 0.0 Lane LOS C A A Approach Delay (s) 11.6 0.0 1.5 Approach LOS B Average Delay 2.3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 31.1% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 240 30 50 115 15 10 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 253 32 53 121 16 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 284 495 268 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 confvol vCu, unblocked vol 284 495 268 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) W (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 96 97 99 e1.1 capacity (veh/h) 1278 512 770 Volume iQtal 284 174 26 Volume Left 0 53 16 Volume Right 32 0 11 cSH 1700 1278 591 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0.04 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 1.0 1.1 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.7 11.4 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 2.7 11.4 Approach LOS B Average Delay 1.6 Intersection Capacity Utilization 36.6% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 ff ` 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis f- r' Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 10 15 10 65 15 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 11 16 11 68 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 174 21 26 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 174 21 26 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM (,.aparity 0/eh/h) 781 1056 1588 ~licuu~il afic,n. Volume Total 21 26 84 Volume Left 11 0 68 Volume Right 11 11 0 cSH 898 1700 1588 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.02 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.5 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 9.1 0.0 6.0 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.1 00 6.0 Approach LOS A Average Delay 5.3 Intersection Capacity U.JzatiG n i.1% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report ( Page 4 5: Gore Road & North Access 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 15 0 15 5 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 16 0 16 5 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type' None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 26 34 18 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 26 34 18 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s)' 2.2 15 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 99 100 cM capacity(veh/h) 1588 979 1060 - /-IumeTotal 26 i6 5 Volume Left 0 0 5 Volume Right 16 0 0 cSH 1700 1588 979 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 01 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Approach LOS A Average Delay J Intersection' Capacity Utilization 13.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 6: West Access & County Road 93 2018 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 365 5 20 400 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 5 384 5 21 421 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 850 387 389` vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 850 387 389 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 99 90 cM capacity (veh/h) 325 661 1169 Volume Total 11, 369 442 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right 5 5 0 cSH 436 1700 1169 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.23 0.02 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.6 0.0 0.4 Control Delay (s) 13.5 0.0 0.6 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 13.5 0.0 0.6 Approach LOS B Average De!~y 0.5 Intersection Capacity Utilization - 47.3-/o ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ~ ~ -ON r t F F Tc - Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 165 130 385 170 50 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 174 137 405 179 53 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked v,C, conflicting volume 884 205- 232 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage2 confvol vCu, unblocked vol 884 205 232 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 96 79 90 CM capacity (veh/h) 283 835 1336 tiyr L - L -77 Volume Total 184 137 405 232 Volume Left 11 137 0 0 Volume Right 174 0 0 53 cSH 752 1336 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.25 0.10 0.24 0.14 Queue Length 95th (m) 7.3 2.6 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.3 8.0 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.3 2.0 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 39.9% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 'r I. , Lane Cuntiguraiiuns I t Volume (veh/h) 70 215 210 170 85 245 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 74 226 221 179 89 258 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 658 221 400 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 658 221 400 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 22 p0 queue free % 81 72 92 cM capacity (veh/h) 396 819 1 159 ~ Volume Total 74 226 221 179 89 255 Volume Left 74 0 0 0 89 0 Volume Right 0 226 0 179 0 0 cSH 396 819 1700 1700 1159 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.19 0.28 0.13 0.11 0.08 0.15 Queue Length 95th (m) 5.1 8.6 0.0 0.0 1.9 0.0 Control Delay (s) 16.2 11.1 0.0 0.0 _8.4 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 12.3 0.0 2.2` Approach LOS ' B -LI I Average Delay 4.2 Intersection Capacity Utilizabon 31.0% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 230 Z0 15 135 130 45 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 242 21 16 142 137 47 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 263 426 253 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 263 426 253 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 76 94 cM capacity (veh/h) 1301 578 786 e'ct _W-t E - - Volume Total 263 l 6 i84 Volume Left 0 16 137 Volume Right 21 0 47 cSH 1700 1301 620 Volume to Capacity 0.15 0.01 0.30 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.3 9.4 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.9 13.2 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.9 13.2 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.3 Intersecfion Capacity Utilization 36.2% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 0 55 20 100 i 5 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 163 21 11 21 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 84 26 32 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 84 26 32 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF, (s) 3.5 3,3 2.2 PO queue free % 99 84 9 i cM rapacity (vehlh) 905 1049 1581 Volume Total 174 32 37 Volume Left 11 0 21 Volume Right 163 11 0 cSH 1039 1700 1581 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0.02 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.5 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.2 0.0 4.2 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.2 0.0 4.2 Approach LOS A t L.I`n r, Average Delay 7.2 Intersection Capacity JUi ization 25.4% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 5: Gore Road & North Access 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations y Volume (veh/h) 15 5 0 15 10 . 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 16 5 0 16 11 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 21 34 18 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 cohf vol vCu, unblocked vol 21 34 18 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 99 100 cM capacity (veh/h) 1595 979 1060 Volume Total 21 i6 I I Volume Left 0 0 11 Volume Right 5 0 0 cSH 1700 1595 979 Volume to Capacity 0.01 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Approach LOS A Average Delay 1.9 Intersecfion Capacity Utilization 13.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 / 6: West Access & County Road 93 2018 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analy sis Lane (',-ntlgurations 1,olurlie(aeh/h) 5 25 350 5, 10 305 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 26 368 5 11 321 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage - Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 713 371 374 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 713 371 374 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 pO queue free % 99 96 99 - cM capacity (veh'h) 395 675 1145 Volume Total 32 373 332 Volume pert 5 0 11 Volume Right 26, 5 0 , cSH 603 1700 1185 Volume to Capacity 0.05 0.22 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.3 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 11.3 0.0 0.3 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.3 0.0 0.3 Approach LOS B Average Delay 0.6 Intersection Capacity Utilization 34.11/° ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 APPENDIX : 2023 TOTAL OPERATIONAL ANALYSES 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis ~ 4 \ - F. Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 250 115 280 290 95 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) , 5 263 121 295 305 100 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 892 355 405 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 892 355 405 tG, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tc, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 62 90 cH capacltll (vph/h) 280 689 1153 Volume Total 260 121 295 405 Volume Left 5 121 0 0 Volume Right - 263 0 0 100 cSH 669 1153 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.40 0:10 0.17 0.24 Queue Length 95th (m) 14.7 2.7 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 13.9 8.5 _0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 13.9 2.5 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.4 Intersection Capacity Utilization 53.2 io ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacit y Analy sis f Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veh/h) 30 120 210 200 100 440 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 32 126 221 211 105 463 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 895 221 432 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 895 221 432 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 89 85 91 cM capacity (veh/h) 282 819 1128 Volulne Ioial 62 126 221 z1"1 105 463 Volume Left 32 0 0 0 105 0 Volume Right 0 126 0 211 0 - 0 cSH 282 819 1700 1700 1128 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.11 0.15 0.13 0.12 0.09 0.27 Queue Length 95th (m) 2.8 4.1 0.0 0.0 2.3 0.0 Control Delay (s) 19.4 10.2 0.0 0.0 8.5 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 12.0 0.0 1.6 Approach LOS B Average Delay 2.4 Intersection Capacity Utilization 33.2% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis _F -7 Lane Cwifigui allot 16 Volume (veh/h) 265 30 50 130 15 10 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 279 32, 53 137 16 11 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 311 537 295 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 311 537 295 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 96 97 99 cM rapacity (veh h) 1250 484 745 Voiume Total 31 i 189 26 Volume Left 0 53 16 Volume Right 32 0 11 cSH 1700 1250 562 Volume to Capacity 0.18 0.04 0.05 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 1.0 1.1 Control Delay (s) 0.0 2.5 11.7 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) OA 2.5 11.7 Approach LOS B i Average Delay 1.5 Intersection Capacity Utilization 38.7% IC U Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report C Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis 1► f- 4- Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 10 15 10 65 15 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 11 16 11 68 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 174 21 26 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 174 21 26 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 99 96 cM capaci~LY (v P. h,h) 781 1056 1588 Volume Total 21 26 84 Volume Left 11 0 68 Volume Right 11 11 0 cSH 898 1700 1588 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.02 0.04 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.5 0.0 1.0 Control Delay (s) 9.1 0.0 6.0 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.1 0.0 6.0 Approach LOS : A ii 7- Average Delay 5.3 Intersection Capacity Utilization 21.1% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 5: Gore Road & North Access 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 15 0 15 5 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 16 0 16 - 5 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 26 34 18 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 26 34 18 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2, tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 99 100 cM capacity (vph/h) 1588 97~1 1060 Volume Total 26 16 5 Volume Left 0 0 5 Volume Right 16 0 0 cSH 1700 1588 979 Volume to Capacity 0.02 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 0.1 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Approach LOS A Average Delay 1.0 Intersection Capacity Utilization 13.31% ICJI Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 6: West Access & County Road 93 2023 Total AM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis l TT Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 5 5 400 5 20 445 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 5 421 5 21 468 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 934 424 426 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 934 424 426 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 98 99 98 eM, r- parity (:eh'hi 21019 030 1133 o~ jflne Total i l 426 40 9 Volume Left 5 0 21 Volume Right 5 5 0 cSH 397 1700 1133 Volume to Capacity 0.03 0.25 0.02 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.6 0.0 0.4 Control Delay (s) 14.3 0.0 0.6 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 14.3 0.0 0.6 Approach LOS B l = - L [ 2. L - [ v Average Delay - 0.5 - - - - Intersection Capacity Utilization 49.1%0 ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 1: Hwy 11 S on/off-ramps & County Road 93 2023 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations T Voluiiie (veh/h) 10 180 140 425 185 55 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade r 00% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 189 147 447 195 58 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 966 224 253 vC1, stage 1 conf vol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 966 224 253 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) -3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free 0', 9G 77 89 cM capacity (vehlh) 251 316 1313 f iIJ D s~~. E Volume Total 200 147 447 253 Volume Left 11 147 0 0 Volume Right 189 0 0 58 cSH 729 1313 1700 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.27 0.11 0.26 0.15 Queue Length 95th (m) 8.5 2.9 0.0 0.0 Control Delay (s) 11.8 8.1 0.0 0.0 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.8 2.0 0.0 Approach LOS B Average Delay 3.4 Intersection Capadty Utilization 42.3i1 IC ULevei of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 1 2: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & County Road 93 2023 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis r I r* B Lane Configurations r t r Volume (veh/h) 75 235 230 185 90 270 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 79 247 242 195 95 284 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (mis) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 716 242 437 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage -2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 716 242 437 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 78 69 92 cM capacity (veh/h) 363 797 1123 _ i E VolufneTolal 79 247 242 195 95 284 Volume Left 79 0 0 0 95 0 Volume Right 0 247 0 195 0 0 cSH 363 797 1700 1700 1123 1700 Volume to Capacity 0.22 0.31 0.14 0.11 0.08 0.17 Queue Length 95th (m) 6.2 10.1 0.0 0.0 2.1 0.0 Control Delay (s) 17.6 11.5 0.0 0.0 8.5 0.0 Lane LOS C B A Approach Delay (s) 13.0 0.0 2.1 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.4 Intersection Capacity Utilization 33.3% ICU Level of Service A' Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 2 3: Hwy 11 N on/off ramps & Gore Road 2023 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane C(~nfigurations '14 Volume j,.,h/h) 250 20 15 145 130 45 Sign Control Free Free Stop Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 263 21 16 153 137 47 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 284 458 274 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 284 458 274 tC single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 2.2 3.5 3.3 p0 queue free % 99 75 94 cM rapacity (veh/h) 19'7° 554 765 Volume Total 284 168 184 Volume Left 0 16 137 Volume Right 21 0 47 cSH 1700 1278 596 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0.01 0.31 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.3 9.9 Control belay (s) 0.0 0.8 13.7 Lane LOS A B Approach Delay (s) 0.0 0.8 13.7 Approach LOS B Average Delay 4.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization , 36.7% ICU Level o f Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 3 4: Napoleon Road & Gore Road 2023 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis t jAp. Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 10 155 20 10 20 15 Sign Control Stop Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 11 163 21 11 21 16 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 84 26 32 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 84 26 32 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 84 99 cbt ~apaeity (veh/h) 905 1049 1581 t?i6fne Total - 171 JL J7 Volume Left 11 0 21 Volume Right 163 11 0' cSH 1039 1700 1581 Volume to Capacity 0.17 0.02 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 4.5 0.0 0.3 Control Delay (s) 9.2 0.0 4.2 Lane LOS A A Approach Delay (s) 9.2 0.0 4.2 Approach LOS A Average Delay 7.2 Intersection Capacity Utilization 25.4% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 4 / 5: Gore Road & North Access 2023 Total PM .HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis -E~- - Lane Configurations Volume (veh/h) 15 5 0 15 10 0 Sign Control Free Free Yield Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 16 5 0 16 11 0 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked vC, conflicting volume 21 34 18 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 21 34 18 tC, single (s) 4.1 6.4 6.2 tC, 2 stage (s) tF(s) 2.2 3.5 - 3.3 p0 queue free % 100 q9 100 cM capacity (veh/h) 1595 979 1060 Volume Total 21 16 11 Volume Left 0 0 11 Volume Right 5 0 0 cSH 1700 1595 979 Volume to Capacity 0.01 0.00 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 0.0 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 0.0 0.0 8.7 Lane LOS A Approach Delay (s) 0.0 OA 8.7 Approach LOS A Average Delay 1.9 Intersection Capacity Utilization 13.3% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 5 6: West Access & County Road 93 2023 Total PM HCM Unsignalized Intersection Capacity Analysis Lane Configurations volume (veh/h) 5 25 385 5 10 335 Sign Control Yield Free Free Grade 0% 0% 0% Peak Hour Factor 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 Hourly flow rate (vph) 5 26 405 5 11 353 Pedestrians Lane Width (m) Walking Speed (m/s) Percent Blockage Right turn flare (veh) Median type None None Median storage veh) Upstream signal (m) pX, platoon unblocked VC, conflicting volume 782 408 411 vC1, stage 1 confvol vC2, stage 2 conf vol vCu, unblocked vol 782 408 411 tC, single (s) 6.4 6.2 4.1 tC, 2 stage (s) tF (s) 3.5 3.3 2.2 p0 queue free % 99 96 99 cM capacity (veh/h) 360 643 1148 - Volume Total 32 411 363 - - - - - - - - - - - - - Volume Left 5 0 11 Volume Right 26 5 0 cSH 569 1700 1148 Volume to Capacity 0.06 0.24 0.01 Queue Length 95th (m) 1.3 0.0 0.2 Control Delay (s) 11.7 0.0 0.3 Lane LOS B A Approach Delay (s) 11.7 0.0 0.3 Approach LOS B Average Delay 0.6 Intersection Capacity Utilization 35.7% ICU Level of Service A Analysis Period (min) 15 Synchro 7 - Report Page 6 / Appendix 5: Environmental impact Statement - Azimuth Environmental Consulting Inc. February 14, 2011 19 ~ ; lam - .1 U`1° ENVIRONMENTAL /I \1 CONSULTING, l Ca Environmental Assessments & Approvals February 14, 2011 Wolf Steel C/O Meridian Planning Consultants Inc. Barrie, Ontario LAM 1 H2 Attention:- Jamie Robinson, Planner AEC 10-235 Re: Environmental Impact Statement: Drainage Feature Located on West Side of the "Wolf Steel Property", Part Lot 10, Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe. Dear Mr. Robinson: INTRODUCTION Azimuth Environmental was retained by Wolf Steel to: 1. Review the drainage ditch/swale on the west side of the property and its environmental significance. 2. Review the nature of other terrestrial, wetland and aquatic habitat features and . functions of the property and adjacent lands. Make recommendations with respect to potential relocation of the drainage ditch/swale and requirements for development setbacks/ environmental protection buffers and zoning limits. The property is located at the south east corner of the intersection of Gore Road and County Road 93 and is legally described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 1 in the Township of Oro-Medonte in the geographic Township of Oro, County of Simcoe. While the property extends to the east of Willow Creek, only those lands to the west of Willow Creek are subject to this review (i.e., subject lands). 85 Bayfield Street, Suite 400, Barrie, Ontario L4M 3A7 telephone: (705) 721-8451 . fax: (705) 721-8926 - info@azimuthenvironmental.com • www.azimuthbnvironmental.com BACKGROUND INFORMATION Official Plan The subject lands are designated Agricultural in the Township of Oro-Medonte (OM) Official Plan and the drainage feature located on the west portion of the property is mapped as a watercourse on OM Land Use Schedule A (Appendix 1). Section B5.1.2.2 of the OM Official Plan (January 24, 2007) specifies that all riversand streams mapped on the Schedules of the Plan are considered "environmentally significant". By way of implementation, as described in Section B5.1.2.3, the Zoning By-law shall place all lands below the top of bank in an EP zone. An area of EP zoning has been defined for this drainage feature as shown on Schedule A-9 (see Appendix 1 and 4). Zoning By-law The Oro-1VMedonte Zoning By-law zones the subject lands at Agricultural/Rwal and Environmental Protection (EP) on Schedule A-9 of the Zoning By-law (Appendix 1). The EP zoning applies to the drainage Swale / watercourse, and the area surrounding Willow Creek. County of Sinicoe Official Plan The subject lands are designated Agricultural/Rural in the County Official Plan. Portions of the east end of the property are contained within the County Greenlands and Greenlands Linkage areas (Appendix 2). These features are associated with Willow Creek which traverse the eastern portion of the property and flows from east to west, eventually discharging into Little Lake. Portions of the property are also identified as being within the Willow Creek Valley Natural Heritage. System Unit (OM2). Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Regulated Area A significant portion of the property is regulated under the NVCA's regulatory mapping. The drainage swale/watercourse is included in the regulated area (Appendix 3). EXISTING CONDITIONS A site-visit was conducted on October 8, 2010 to assess terrestrial and aquatic habitat features located on and adjacent to the Wolf Steel property. The northwest portion of the property is the highest point of land with the remainder of the property sloping towards,the southeast where the property is bisected by Willow Creek. AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC. /A\ The subject lands contain an occupied farm house and barn and the field portion of the property is actively farmed. There is an existing drainage ditch/swale located on the western portion of the property that conveys water from the intersection of Highway I 1 and County Road 93 south and eventually into Willow Creek (Appendix 4). This surface drainage is directed onto the property through a culvert that has a relatively large headwall as shown on Photo #1. There is a defined channel extending approximately 40m downstream of the culvert outlet within a tree covered (primarily Black Locust and Norway Spruce) section of the side yard of the existing farm dwelling (Photo #1). There is a discernable top of bank on both sides of the watercourse associated with this short section of the drainage ditch below the culvert. There is no defined channel located downstream of the tree cover and no discernable top of bank (Photo # 2). Instead, there is a wide, relatively flat expanse of vegetated swale extending southward for approximately 175m before flow is directed eastward in a straight alignment covering approximately 380m before discharging to Willow Creek. The eastern alignment of the watercourse is located adjacent to open farmland and is a ditched feature that becomes progressively deeper as it nears Willow Creek. Near its downstream end, the ditch is incised approximately 1.75m. The banks of the ditch define a top of bank to the watercourse in the eastern section of the alignment. The ditch is vegetated throughout most of its length (Photo #3) and on October 8, 2010 only a few sections contained shallow open water (i.e. <15cm wetted depth) with no perceptible flow (Photo #4). The drainage ditch discharges to Willow Creek. Willow Creek contains a diverse fish community that includes cold water species (i.e. Brown Trout and Brook Trout). The NVCA has mapped a wetland on the subject lands that incorporates the downstream east/west alignment of the drainage ditch where it traverses farmland (Appendix 2). Our site-visit indicated that the NVCA's wetland mapping is generally accurate and that the habitat of the southern section of the subject lands mapped by the agency is mostly mineral deciduous swamp (ash/poplar) with small inclusion of Reed-canary Grass mineral meadow marsh habitat associated with the drainage ditch. The drainage ditch/swale and NVCA wetland are not identified as part of an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI), an evaluated wetland, the Simcoe County Greenlands or Greenlands Linkage Area. There are no significant wetlands or ANSI's located within 120m of the property. AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC. \ I f -A I The MNR' Natural Heritage Information Centre database contains no records of Species At Risk for the property or adjacent lands (Appendix 2). We confirmed with MNR Midhurst District (Samantha Jefferis, Species At Risk Biologist) that the local district has no records of SAR for the property or adjacent lands. Our site visit revealed that there are no Butternut trees (designated endangered under Ontario's Endangered Species Act) located on or, adjacent (i.e., within approximately 25m) to the subject lands. Drainage Ditch/Swale Functions The drainage ditch/swale, that is mapped and contained within an EP zone on the western portion of the property functions as a drainage feature directing surface water derived from roadside drainage and open fain land into Willow Creek. The channel alignment is straight and follows the boundaries of open farmland indicating that it is a man made drainage feature rather than a natural watercourse. The watercourse has no discernable top_ of bank for most of its length. There is no defined channel for most of its length therefore, the-drainage feature conveys relatively low volumes of water for short durations only. The downstream end of the watercourse in proximity to Willow Creek where the ditch is deeply incised, may function as direct fish habitat during the spring when water levels are elevated. Upper reaches of the system are likely to function as indirect fish habitat owing to lack of defined channel and apparent short duration offlow. Therefore, upper reaches of the: drainage area (i.e., those paralleling Highway 93) appear to function as indirect fish. habitat only. RECOMMENDATIONS Drainage Ditch/Swale Relocation According to the OM Official Plan; identification of an Environmental Protection (EP) zone associated with a river or stream is contingent on there being a discernable top of bank. The upper reaches of the drainage ditch that parallels open farmland for approximately 175m has no discernable top of bank and in this location the watercourse is best described as a grassed Swale. Since there is no top of bank associated with this reach of the watercourse there seems to be no basis on which to have defined the EP zoning limit applied to the upper reaches of the ditch/swale. In contrast, application of EP zoning to the downstream end of the watercourse where it becomes incised within a ditch appears valid as the banks of the ditch define a man made top of bank confining the watercourse. Since the watercourse is contained in an area mapped as "regulated" by the NVCA, a permit will be required for any realignment that is proposed. Relocation of the upper AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC. reaches of the ditch/swale can be achieved without altering the existing pattern of surface water flow into downstream sections of the watercourse that have a defined channel and characteristics of fish habitat. Given the nature of the upper reaches of the system (i.e., ditch/swale containing roadside .drainage with no characteristics of direct fish habitat) and that existing flow patterns can be maintained, relocation appears permissible contingent on the NVCA's review and authorization. Development Setbacks/Buffers Since the downstream sections of the drainage ditch are well defined and potentially function as direct fish habitat we recommend application of a 30m setback from the watercourse in this portion of the subject lands. Proposed Conditions mapping (Appendix 5) generally identifies a 30m setback from the watercourse and the NVCA wetland boundary. It is recommended that this setback form the limits of the updated Environmental Protection (EP) zone. No additional development setback from the limits of the EP zone appear necessary for zoning purposes. Upper reaches of the drainage ditch lack definition and, do not have characteristics of direct fish habitat. Therefore, as discussed above, opportunities for channel re-alignment and other modifications appear permissible as the quantity and quality of water-conveyed to the downstream areas of fish habitat at Willow Creek are. maintained post development. Consequently, development setbacks and buffers for environmental protection are not a consideration. Instead, there may be opportunities for restoration within the proposed works that could be an improvement over existing conditions. PROPOSED CONDITIONS A development concept has been prepared for the subject lands incorporating the recommendations proposed above. Proposed conditions are displayed in Appendix 5. The proposed development concept includes relocation of the upper reaches of the drainage ditch/swale. The roadside drainage derived from the intersection of Highway I I and County 'Road 93 would be directed around the proposed building within an engineered ditch (sized to accommodate expected hydrology for the small catchment area) and ultimately back into the existing east/west alignment of the ditch and Willow Creek as per existing conditions. The proposed development also includes placement of a Stonm. Water Management Pond. (SWMP) within the new ditch alignment (Appendix 5). By intercepting ditch flow, the SWMP would improve the quality of roadside drainage discharged to downstream sections of the ditch and ultimately in Willow Creek. This represents a net improvement AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, (NC. over existing conditions where roadside. drainage is conveyed through the drainage ditch/swale system uncontrolled. The SWMP is also required to control and treat runoff from the development and it is our understanding that it would be naturalized. The SWMP is aligned outside of the wetland defined by the NVCA. Opportunities exist to increase wetland plant diversity of the subject lands through naturalization of the SWMP. At present the upper reaches of the NVCA wetland located in proximity to the proposed SWMP are a monoculture of Reed-canary Grass. The adjacent swamp wetland habitat also has relatively low floristic diversity. We recommend that a planting plan be developed for the proposed SWMP which incorporated a diversity of native herbaceous plants and shrubs. Lands located south and east of the proposed.development (excluding the SWMP) are recommended for addition to the Environmental Protection Zone. (EP). Other areas recommended for inclusion as EP include portions of the Willow Creek meander belt not currently included as EP and eastern portions of the subject lands mapped as wetland by the NVCA. Proposed EP additions include 30m of lands adjacent to downstream sections of the drainage ditch that may function as direct fish habitat and NVCA wetland habitat located south of the proposed SWMP. The proposed additions to EP also protect areas of NVCA wetland not previously mapped by the municipality as EP. CONCLUSIONS The upper reaches of the drainage ditch/swale currently mapped by the Municipality as EP do not have characteristics of a natural watercourse and exist because of the storm drain associated with the Highway 11 and County Road 93 interchange. Therefore, there is no rationale to map these upper reaches as EP by the Municipality. Given the characteristics of the upper reaches of the ditcb/swale and the fact that existing surface water flow patterns to Willow Creek can be maintained through channel relocation (that includes naturalization elements such as plantings), modifications to upper reaches of the drainage ditch/swale appear permissible contingent on review and approval by the NVCA. Opportunities exist through channel relocation and SWMP naturalization to enhance existing environmental conditions including water quality in downstream sections of the ditch and to increase wetland plant species diversity. The channel relocation would have no negative impact on natural features of ecological functions of the area. AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC. The EP Zone boundaries identified in Appendix 5 incorporate appropriate setbacks to protect environmental features and functions. Yours truly, AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING, INC. Jim Broadfoot, H. B.Sc. Terrestrial Ecologist Sara Murphy, H. B.Sc. Aquatic Ecologist AZIMUTH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING; INC. APPENDICES Appendix 1 Details from Oro Medonte Official Plan & Zoning By-Law Appendix 2 Simcoe County Greenlands, Wetlands, Species At Risk Appendix 3 Detail from NVCA Regulation Mapping Appendix 4 Existing Conditions Mapping Appendix 5 Proposed Conditions Mapping Appendix 6 Site Photos APPENDIX 1 Details from Oro Medonte Official Plan & Zoning By-Law Detail from Oro Medonte Official Plan Natural Features Appendix B LEGEND RITal f4 y V RoclCenJ~l rrv y' 4 ~17~ti 1. +v Le Ru;rI ScUla -oat Area "r-1 ~ 44R L Y , ~F~r~ Rca>.1CIr.0 Rush 5 ~ ~,adt Irul:lctrinl ~ k l , r k,. 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Ell - Monomic )Development rOIVNSlily oil, - Airport ST'RI GWAT&It ' , d1 R4 w ` C WD - Wzrstr, I)ispo:aul t i.C - Local CommurviHl GC - General Commercial :k/RC - Agrieultuaul/Rural ET - Envlrournentrrl Prote+aion 4 ~o '~ta^ ~ ~ -r FY , b:,ta HH ~ O - Open Spati-. ~ f' d r it PR - Private Recreational .t r v ( = SRE DETAIL F'1' ; - t'loodlTiain th erlsay _ 1 ~ fin Detail from Oro Medonte Zoning By-Law Schedule A-9. APPENDIX 2 Simcoe County Greenlands, Wetlands, Species At Risk 10 Umview Mop Lz/w List p~vnbunxq[ h Pl~nn~4w~ jy ' - a ire x r .tit. ~._rtxxc F ! 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(SAR07 S:aTV e ~ ':-du',ernral Status: 0nte•io'da=,arN Stave. a:IlR ;a,b,t 16t7 ~::etk4 •I..tti:tie v++l :l :•4,h'6tV: ' .a:,.c1 -c~~et;,e 1,•:",stl;+ [e ,r+ J.:. lil.r+ta •W: e•t ,e• eo^, . ,front ivt!^r,a!u'al'Vlpt':W3. ]asae:•a;•. :,{P.4. ..q J[- L...:........ 1-... i(. APPENDIX 3 Detail from NVCA Regulation Mapping 11 3 , r M~ ~ r fl ca _j 0 Mxfi~. iT 5 r k 4 t k ~ F~kV~ U ~ h ~ ~ry~ ~ 'Y A S+~ 77 ~ n F ~1 YU ? ~ f~r~ r 'S n ~ ,F"ai ~ ~~y'i~.~ ,7 r ~4~ , 15~ F •'x ~jt , ~ s i^ A 7 Al . M ! ; 3 ? . me y~, ,~~~A ~ ~ S . ' & ' r ~ „ M .r~ i Fr r r Regulation Limit Mapping detail from: ,n ONTARIO REG ATION 172100 _ UL REGULATIfiN FDR DE'dELopmliNT. IKTERF]MG14CE Wm WEr ums. 96 2 IKN6EOfOLLOYdNp x¢wievsLealotxfnTaN Pub I8, x087 - AND ALTERATIONS TO SNORELN4E5 AND WATERCOURSES. I 1 "Ovm?"LLATlcx meff" ADM May 1, 2808 MaY 13, 2 086 01 COPrKRGANCE WITH ONTARIO REGI LATIOH 07,'06) 049 DEPT ;:..".1 1 1- 103 APPENDIX 4 Existing Conditions Mapping 12 d i~ 1 tai ~•n1ty~~' I br c, r 1 + 1`.L JLti''~y~,tl~,tir-~^r!.i Tli~ 7rj~~ t i Its u! 7 b ~ I yr T y I' ~y3'~+~ c to r~ s Y; t % ~y , ~4 a G +~`r~ 1~. .wm ,r 0.b~~ ~ i7 7 i71 x gp~ j y lH s y FS 1.E 101 r , 4, 0 30 60 90 120 150 Metres MERIDIAN February 11, 2011 WOLF STEEL Existing Conditions PART LOT 10, CONCESSION 1 Township of Oro - Medonte County of Simcoe s, Legend o Existing Drainage Swale NVCA Regional Roodline ' _ JMunicipal Boundary y , ''Subject Land h =Willow Creek NVCA Wetland Meander Belt - Hazard =Existing Environmental Protection Zone APPENDIX 5 Proposed Conditions Mapping 13 aY ' 5 Nz jZ kit, •t~'a, ~ fi'§ I ~~t 1 h q 'S p 1k ty a VV 7" as. r r T 1 ~ wY + ~4, a z sir WOLF STEEL Proposed Conditions PART LOT 10, CONCESSION 1 Township of Oro - Medonte County of Simcoe ~I Legend { Overland Flows r Rerouted Drainage Course Existing Drainage Course CCTA Regional Floodline L ;Municipal Boundary :Subject Land =Willow Creek 4,? ® Proposed Building F a i WCA Wetland Proposed SWM Pond Meander Belt - Hazard =Proposed On-Site Tile Field Proposed Cut Area Proposed Fill Area Existing Environmental Protection Zone -To remain ®Proposed Environmental Protection Zone -To be added 0 30 60 90 120 150 Metres NMERIDIAN - February 11, 7011 APPENDIX 6 Site Photos 14 AEC Project No. -(A'6;MUTW ENVIRONMENTAL 10-235 CONSULTING, INC. Environmental Assessments & Approvals Site Location: Wolf Steel - Township of Oro Medonte Photo No. Date: Oct. 8, 2010 11, &,F T Description: Looking upstream (north) along watercourse toward culvert/headwall within tree cover adjacent to existing farm dwelling. Photo No. Date: 2 Oct. 8, 2010 Description: Looking upstream along watercourse/grassed swale from mid point along 175m long reach that parallels Highway 93 at the west end of the property. ty f '3},'.'r ~ ems. £i. } r 11 4 ~f r 5 74 1 tFF, 1 AEC Project No. Zimum ENVIRONMENTAL 10-235 CONSULTING, INC. Environmental assessments a ;approvals Site Location: Wolf Steel - Township of Oro Medonte Photo No. Date: 3 Oct. 8, 2010 x r' . Description: 'x , .fir ¢ i - br s...•±~'=y Looking downstream (east) along ditched portion of watercourse approximately t loo f Will I. I ream o m ups ow Creek . 2 , ~ f y- f i Z pf ~ 1 5 3 F M t ' }.y c`,1 r . 7 Photo No. 4 Date: Oct. 8, 2010 ti ~ s b. 'z . t + 1f ~ # f t >ar ,r ~ r' a qty~j>: ' r Y alk Descri tion: r#.'~ i ~ ~ •sv r i kti. ..lrC`. 77}'''ppp» ~y'~ ~y ~ a- ` p View of wetted section of ditched portion of watercourse approximately 100m upstream of Willow Creek. 14 , ' . t ~ .r fr>> ~ ~i,~ ~:,•t~ r 34 ~y1~?, d,]~t ;;t lYU11Y s ,F pr v7 1 - t 1 Appendix 6: Stage 1 Archaeological Background research AMICK Consultants Limited December 17, 2010 20 \~QC OOH aHAFO~-/ 1.0 PROJECT REPORT COVER PAGE Licensee Information: Licensee: Archaeology Licence: Contact Information: Project Information: Corporate Project Number MTC Project Number: Investigation Type: Project Name: Project Location: Approval Authority Information: File Number: N/A Reporting Information: Site Record/Update Forms: Date of Report Filing: Michael B. Henry CD BA CAHP P058 AMICK Consultants Limited Lakelands District Office 380 Talbot Street, P.O. Box 29 Port McNicoll, ON LOK 1R0 Phone: (705) 534-1546 Fax: (705) 534-7855 Email: mhenry@amick.ca www.amick.ca 10688-P P058-705-2010 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research Wolf Steel Property Part of Lot 10 Concession 1 Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe N/A December 17, 2010 Stage] Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report describes the results of the Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe, conducted by AMICK Consultants Limited. This study was conducted under Archaeological Consulting License #P058 issued to Michael Henry by the Minister of Tourism & Culture for the Province of Ontario. This assessment was undertaken in order to facilitate a Zoning By- law Amendment application, Official Plan Amendment application and subsequent Site Plan Control application. All work was conducted in conformity with Ontario Ministry of Culture (MCL) draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009), the Ontario Heritage Act (RSO 1990), and the Ontario Heritage Amendment Act (SO 2005). The Ministry of Culture (now the Ministry of Tourism and Culture) has released two versions of the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2006 & 2009). Neither version of this document has been officially adopted for use by the province of Ontario as a requirement for licensed archaeologists under the Ontario Heritage Act (RSO 1990) and the Ontario Heritage Amendment Act (SO 2005). The 2009 version of the document is currently undergoing further revision with an anticipated final document coming into effect in 2010. Although there is no current requirement to adhere to the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009), the conduct of archaeological investigations undertaken for this project meets or exceeds the proposed requirements. The Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) is currently enforcing the 1993 Archaeological Technical Assessment Guidelines (MCzCR 1993). The report format employed in this study and the content within the sections of this format are stipulated within draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009) AMICK Consultants Limited was engaged by the proponent to undertake a Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research study of lands potentially affected by the proposed undertaking and was granted permission to carry out archaeological work on November 23, 2010. Due to current conditions of the study area a detailed photo reconnaissance was not practical at this time and must be completed with the Stage 2 Physical Assessment. All records, documentation, field notes, photographs and artifacts (as applicable) related to the conduct and findings of these investigations are held at the Lakelands District corporate offices of AMICK Consultants Limited until such time that they can be transferred to an agency or institution approved by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) on behalf of the government and citizens of Ontario. As a result of the Stage 1 Background Research the study area has been identified as an area of archaeological potential. It is therefore recommended that as a condition of Site Plan Approval, a Stage 2 Physical Assessment must be completed on any lands proposed for development. Those portions of the study area that are not previously disturbed or low lying and wet are recommended to be assessed by high intensity test pit methodology and high intensity pedestrian methodology. This Stage 2 work should be completed in advance of any ground altering activities within the study area in order to ensure that no impacts occur to any archaeological resources which may be present. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 2 _ Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe 3.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Report Cover Page 1 2.0 Executive Summary 2 3.0 Table of Contents 3 4.0 Project Personnel 4 5.0 Project Background 4 5.1 Development Context 4 5.2 Historical Context 7 5.2.1 Registered Archaeological Sites 7 5.2.2 General Historical Outline 9 5.2.3 Historic Maps 10 5.2.4 Summary of Historical Context 10 5.3 Archaeological Context 11 5.3.1 Location and Current Conditions 11 5.3.2 Physiographic Region 12 5.3.3 Surface Water 12 5.4 Current Conditions Context 12 5.4.1 Disturbance 14 5.4.2 Buildings and Structural Footprints 14 5.4.3 Low-Lying and Wet Areas 14 5.4.4 Steep Slope 15 5.4.5 Wooded Areas 15 5.4.6 Ploughable Agricultural Lands 15 5.4.7 Lawn, Pasture, Meadow 15 6.0 Study area Inspection 16 7.0 Analysis and Conclusions 16 7.1 Characteristics Indicating Archaeological Potential 16 7.2 Characteristics Indicating Removal of Archaeological Potential 19 8.0 Recommendations 22 9.0 Advice on Compliance with Legislation 23 10.0 Bibliography and Sources 24 LIST OF TABLES Table 1 First Nations Sites Within 2km 7 Table 2 Cultural Chronology for South-Central Ontario 8 Table 3 Euro-Canadian Sites Within 2km 9 Table 4 Evaluation of Archaeological Potential 21 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 Location of the Study area 4 Figure 2 Segment of a Map of Oro Township 1881 10 Figure 3 Location of the Study Area 11 Figure 4 Aerial Photo of Study Area 14 AMICK Consultants Limited Page 3 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 4.0 PROJECT PERSONNEL Consulting Archaeologist Michael Henry (MTC Professional Archaeologist Licence #P058) Report Preparation Melissa Milne Draughting Phil Rice (MTC Avocational Licence #A304) 5.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND 5.1 Development Context This report describes the results of the Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe, conducted by AMICK Consultants Limited. This study was conducted under Archaeological Consulting License #P058 issued to Michael Henry by the Minister of Tourism & Culture for the Province of Ontario. This assessment was undertaken in order to facilitate a Zoning By- law Amendment application, Official Plan Amendment application and subsequent Site Plan Control application. All work was conducted in conformity with Ontario Ministry of Culture (MCL) draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009), the Ontario Heritage Act (RSO 1990), and the Ontario Heritage Amendment Act (SO 2005). Figure 1 Location of the Study Area AAHCK Consultants Limited Page 4 Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Propero) Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofShncoe The Ministry of Culture (now the Ministry of Tourism and Culture) has released two versions of the Draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2006 & 2009). Neither version of this document has been officially adopted for use by the province of Ontario as a requirement for licensed archaeologists under the Ontario Heritage Act (RSO 1990) and the Ontario Heritage Amendment Act (SO 2005). The 2009 version of the document is currently undergoing further revision with an anticipated final document coming into effect in 2010. Although there is no current requirement to adhere to the Draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009), the conduct of archaeological investigations undertaken for this project meets or exceeds the proposed requirements. The Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) is currently enforcing the 1993 Archaeological Technical Assessment Guidelines (MCzCR 1993). The City of Toronto is enforcing the 2009 Draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009) The 2009 Draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists summarizes the conduct of Stage 1 Background Studies as follows: "The consultant archaeologist reviews the geographic, land use, and historical information for the project (all lands that are part of the development proposal) and the relevant surrounding area through a background study. Where necessary, this may be supplemented by a study area inspection. " (MCL 2009: iii) Stage 1 Background Studies are further described in a number of government documents released over a number of years that this stage of archaeological research has been done. "A Stage I background study provides the consulting archaeologist and Ministry report reviewer with information about the known and potential cultural heritage resources within a particular study area, prior to the start of the field assessment. " (MCzCR 1993) The evaluation of potential for heritage resources is further elaborated Section 5.3 of the Guideline for Preparing the Cultural Heritage Resource Component of Environmental Assessments (1992) prepared by MTC and Communications (MCC) and the Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE): "Generally, lands affected by project development should be classified by the proponent as having high, medium or low potential for the discovery of heritage resources. Since heritage resources are not uniformly distributed across the landscape, not all project areas will exhibit the same likelihood offending heritage resources. Potential is based on the following geographical and historical factors which may have influenced previous use and settlement of an area: Distance from historic transportation routes. Distance from sources of water (rivers, lakes, streams, creeks, springs, marshes, swamps, relict creek beds). AMICK Consultants Limited Page 5 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe - Ability of the terrain to accommodate human settlement. This includes topography, soils and access to plant, animal and mineral resources. - Documentation of existing heritage resource sites in the affected area and region. Known resources in the affected area, such as architectural features, cultural landscapes or registered archaeological sites, can be evaluated for possible heritage significance by using the evaluation criteria outlined in Section 5.5 of this guideline. - Historical context of the region encompassing the affected area. - Description ofprevious land uses of the affected area, including nature and extent of previous development disturbances. " (MCC & MOE 1992: 6) The evaluation of potential does not indicate that sites are present within areas affected by proposed development. Evaluation of potential considers the possibility for as yet undocumented sites to be found in areas that have not been subject to systematic archaeological investigation in the past. Potential for archaeological resources is used to determine if physical assessment of a study area or portions of a study area is required. "Archaeological resources not previously documented may also be present in the affected area. If the alternative areas being considered, or the preferred alternative selected, exhibit either high or medium potential for the discovery of archaeological remains an archaeological assessment will be required. " (MCC & MOE 1992: 6-7) "When potential is confirmed for any of the study area, the archaeological assessment requirement will apply to the entire parcel of land (excluding any extensively disturbed areas or specific areas determined to be of low potential by the consultant archaeologist) " (MCL 2005: 15) AMICK Consultants Limited was engaged by the proponent to undertake a Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research study of lands potentially affected by the proposed undertaking and was granted permission to carry out archaeological work on November 23, 2010. Due to current conditions of the study area a detailed photo reconnaissance was not practical at this time and must be completed with the Stage 2 Physical Assessment. All records, documentation, field notes, photographs and artifacts (as applicable) related to the conduct and findings of these investigations are held at the Lakelands District corporate offices of AMICK Consultants Limited until such time that they can be transferred to an agency or institution approved by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) on behalf of the government and citizens of Ontario. The objectives of a Stage 1 Background Study are detailed in the 2009 draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists: 1) "To provide information about the study area's geography, history, previous archaeological fieldwork and current land condition; AMICK Consultants Limited Page 6 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of'the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe 2) To evaluate in detail the study area's archaeological potential which will support recommendations for Stage 2 survey for all or parts of the study area; 3) To recommend appropriate strategies for Stage 2 survey. " (MCL 2009: 1) 5.2 Historical Context 5.2.1 Registered Archaeological Sites As part of the present study, research was conducted in order to determine if any archaeological resources had been formerly documented within or in close proximity to the study area and if these same resources might be subject to impacts from the proposed undertaking. This data was also collected in order to assist in the assessment of the archaeological potential of the study area and in order to establish the significance of any resources which might be encountered during the conduct of the present study. The requisite data was collected from the Programs and Services Branch, Culture Services Unit, MTC and the corporate research library of AMICK Consultants Limited. First Nations Archaeological Sites A summary of registered and/or known archaeological sites within a two (2) kilometre radius of the study area was obtained from the Archaeological Sites Database, administered by MTC. As a result it was determined that one (1) archaeological site relating directly to First Nations habitation/activity had been formally documented within the immediate vicinity of the study area. The site is briefly described below: Table 1 First Nations Sites within 2km Site Name Borden # Site Type Cultural Affiliation Rix BcGv-1 Village Woodland, Late It should be noted that the lack of First Nations archaeological sites within the immediate vicinity of the study area does not indicate that such sites were not or are not situated within the general area. The general lack of documented First Nations archaeological sites most likely reflects a lack of systematic archaeological investigation within close proximity to the study area. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 7 Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe Table 2 Cultural Chronology for South-Central Ontario r i T14 , F_-Indian - - - J Fluted Point - - 9500-8500 B.C. - - Big game hunters. Hi-Lo 8500-7500 B.C. Small nomadic groups. Archaic F u 1-, i - - 8000-6000 B.C - - ~ Hunter-gatherers. Mid ,,11` Laurentian 6000-200 B.C. Territorial divisions arise. Lamoka 2500-1700 B.C. Ground stone tools appear. Broadpoint 1800-1400 B.C. Crawford Knoll 1500-500 B.C. Glacial Kame c.a. 1000 B.C. Elaborate burial practices. W[10[Il li ] . fl l"-:€BLI .'oo~~ (Mic,-_JO B.C. f tro,lu_1L01 Of t' ed Ochre 1000-500 B.C. , 1 1 1 411 P{ , nt Peninsula 400 B.C.-500 A.D. Long distance trade. Princess Point 500-8 A.D. Horticulture. f :Ir Pickering 800-1300 A.D. Villages and agriculture. Uren 1300-1350 A.D. I Larger villages. Middleport 1300-1400 A.LI. Hu! 1--kLO-165U ,O. V, arf;ire Iii ;uric 'a 1 Od,l ta, Q _ - 1° 0 1875 A.D. Socia dgl;la-znen. 1 << : F Fro-C anadi., i a 1785 A .D.+ l- .iropean ser i [c ent. i AMICK Consultants Limited page 8 Stage] Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot l0 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe Euro-Canadian Archaeological Sites A summary of registered and/or known archaeological sites within a two (2) kilometre radius of the study area was gathered from the Archaeological Sites Database, administered by MTC. As a result it was determined that one (1) archaeological site relating directly to Euro- Canadian habitation/activity had been formally documented within the immediate vicinity of the study area. The site is briefly described below: Table 3 Euro-Canadian Sites within 2km Site Name Borden # Site Type Cultural Affiliation Bugg BcGv-77 Homestead Euro-Canadian It should be noted that the lack of early Euro-Canadian archaeological sites within the immediate vicinity of the study area does not indicate that such sites were not or are not situated within the area or that remnants of any such sites have not survived urbanization. The general lack of documented early Euro-Canadian sites most likely reflects a lack of systematic archaeological investigation in close proximity to the study area. 5.2.2 General Historical Outline In the seventeenth century Simcoe County was home to the Huron. With the arrival of French priests and Jesuits, missions were established near Georgian Bay. After the destruction of the missions by the Iroquois and the British, the area was occupied by Algonquin speaking peoples. After the war of 1812, the government began to invest in the military defences of ( Upper Canada, through the extension of Simcoe's Yonge St from Lake Simcoe to Penetanguishene on Georgian Bay (Garbutt, Mary). The Township of Oro was originally established by the First Nations along the bank of Hawkestone Creek and Ridge Road. By the 1830s settlers from the British Isles started to arrive, as Richard Hodges began to establish a landing for settlers. This landing would be referred to as Hodges's Landing and would see the development of hotels, a tavern and other service industries. Many of the communities in the area were located along Penetanguishene Road. As a result the communities often grew quickly providing much needed services to travelers along the road and former portage route. By 1871, the railroad reached Hawkestone, a large train station was built to handle the shipping of freight, managing stockyard etc associated with the railway. By the early 20t century another railway was built and passed through Craighurst (wikipedia.org). This provided the community with further opportunities to ship goods to other communities and provided easier transportation for its residents and future residents. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 9 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 5.2.3 Historic Maps all- ` % 1 ~•y • .3 i_Alai) is ut lU -'Calu a Figure 2 Segment of a Map of Oro Township 1881 This map illustrates the location of the study area and environs as of 1881. The study area is not shown to belong to any specific owner; one structure is shown to be within the study area and is referred to as a tavern. 5.2.3 Summary of Historical Context The data provided from the Ministry of Tourism and Culture indicates a lack of formally registered archaeological sites in the vicinity. This is most likely a reflection of a lack of systematic archaeological research in the past, particularly as the study area and the surrounding landscape has remained rural in character without much land use change since archaeological assessments were component studies of either planning applications or environmental assessments. The brief overview of documentary evidence readily available indicates that the study area is situated within an area that was close to the historic transportation routes and in an area well populated during the nineteenth century and as such has a high potential for sites relating to early Euro-Canadian settlement in the region. Background research indicates the property has high potential for significant archaeological resources of Native origins. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 10 ` Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 5.3 Archaeological Context 5.3.1 Location Figure 3 Location of the Study Area This report describes the results of the Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe, conducted by AMICK Consultants Limited. This study was conducted under Archaeological Consulting License #P058 issued to Michael Henry by the Minister of Tourism & Culture for the Province of Ontario. This assessment was undertaken in order to facilitate a Zoning By- law Amendment application, Official Plan Amendment application and subsequent Site Plan Control application. All work was conducted in conformity with Ontario Ministry of Culture (MCL) draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009), the Ontario Heritage Act (RSO 1990), and the Ontario Heritage Amendment Act (SO 2005). AMICK Consultants Limited was engaged by the proponent to undertake a Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research study of lands potentially affected by the proposed undertaking and was granted permission to carry out archaeological work on November 23, 2010. Due to current conditions of the study area a detailed photo reconnaissance was not practical at this time and must be completed with the Stage 2 Physical Assessment. All records, documentation, field notes, photographs and artifacts (as applicable) related to the conduct and findings of these investigations are held at the Lakelands District corporate offices of AMICK Consultants Limited until such time that they can be transferred to an AMICK Consultants Limited Page 11 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe agency or institution approved by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) on behalf of the government and citizens of Ontario. The location of the study area is illustrated in Figure 3 above. The study area is roughly 20 hectares. The study area is bound on the north by Gore Road, on the east and south by woodlot and on the west by Penetanguishene Road. The study area is approximately 60 metres to the southeast of the intersection of Gore Road and Penetanguishene Road. 5.3.2 Physiographic Region The study area is situated within the Simcoe Lowlands physiographic region. The Simcoe Lowlands are described as the lowlands bordering Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay. This larger Region is divided into two segments: The Nottawasaga Basin and the Lake Simcoe Basin. The study area lies within the former Nottawasaga Basin. The area is noted for its complexity in soil conditions varying from till surface, to several feet of sand, to clay overlying clay subsoil (Chapman and Putnam 1984: 177-182). 5.3.3 Surface Water Sources of potable water, access to waterborne transportation routes, and resources associated with watersheds are each considered, both individually and collectively to be the highest criteria for determination of the potential of any location to support extended human activity, land use, or occupation. Accordingly, proximity to water is regarded as the primary indicator of archaeological site potential. The MCL's draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists stipulates that undisturbed land within 300 m of a primary water source (lakeshore, river, large creek, etc.), undisturbed land within 300 m of a secondary water source (stream, spring, marsh, swamp, etc.), as well as undisturbed land within 300 m of an ancient water source (as indicated by remnant beaches, shore cliffs, terraces, abandoned river channel features, etc.), are considered to have archaeological potential (MCL 2009: 5). There is a secondary water source, Willow Creek bisects the subject property. 5.4 Current Conditions Context Current characteristics encountered within an archaeological research study area determine if physical assessment of specific portions of the study area will be necessary and in what manner the physical assessment should be conducted. Due to the location of the study area a detailed photo reconnaissance was not practical. The descriptions of conditions within the study area included within this section were informed by the use of readily available information. Conventional assessment methodology includes pedestrian survey on ploughable lands and test pit methodology within areas that cannot be ploughed. Where there is reason to believe that deeply buried archaeological deposits may have been capped by subsequent landscape modification activities, alternative assessment strategies may be necessary. AM CK Consultants Limited page 12 Stage J Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe Figure 4 Aerial Photo of Study Area AMICK Consultants Limited Page 13 Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe For the purpose of determining where physical assessment is necessary and feasible, general categories of current landscape conditions have been established as archaeological conventions. These include: 5,4.1 Disturbance Areas that have been subjected to extensive and deep land alteration that has severely damaged the integrity of archaeological resources are known as land disturbances. Examples of land disturbances are areas of "past quarrying, major landscaping, recent built and industrial uses, sewage and infrastructure development, etc." (MCL 2005: 15), as well as driveways made of either gravel or concrete, in-ground pools, and wells or cisterns. Utility lines, which are often installed through deep excavation, are conduits which provide services such as water, natural gas, hydro, communications, sewage, and others. Areas containing below ground utilities are considered areas of disturbance, and are excluded from Stage 2 Physical Assessment. Disturbed areas are excluded from Stage 2 Physical Assessment due to no or low archaeological potential or because they are not assessable using conventional methodology. Information regarding previous disturbances within the study area is not available at this time as a site visit was not possible. 5.4.2 Buildings and Structural Footprints A building, in archaeological terms, is a structure that exists currently or has existed in the past in a given location. The footprint of a building is the area of the building formed by the perimeter of the foundation. Although the interior area of building foundations would often be subject to physical assessment when the foundation may represent a potentially significant historic archaeological site, the footprints of existing structures are not typically assessed. Existing structures commonly encountered during archaeological assessments are often residential-associated buildings (houses, garages, sheds), and/or component buildings of farm complexes (barns, silos, greenhouses). In many cases, even though the disturbance to the land may be relatively shallow and archaeological resources may be situated below the disturbed layer (e.g. a concrete garage pad); there is no practical means of assessing the area beneath the disturbed layer. However, if there were evidence to suggest that there are likely archaeological resources situated beneath the disturbance, alternative methodologies may be recommended to study such areas. The study area does contain of an existing structure. 5.4.3 Low-Lying and Wet Areas Landscape features which are covered by permanently wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, or bodies of water like streams or lakes, are known as low-lying and wet areas. Low-lying and wet areas are excluded from Stage 2 Physical Assessment due to inaccessibility. Low-lying and wet areas will not require assessment however they will have to be identified, documented and photographed. The study area contains an unnamed creek, which divides the two ploughable areas. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 14 Stage] Archaeological Background Research of'the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County of'Simcoe 5.4.4 Steep Slope Landscape which slopes at a greater than 20 degree change in elevation, is known as steep slope. Areas of steep slope are considered uninhabitable, and are excluded from Stage 2 Physical Assessment. Areas of steep slope will not require assessment; however they will have to be identified, documented and photographed. 5.4.5 Wooded Areas Areas of the study area which cannot be ploughed and which are covered in trees and shrubs are known as wooded areas. These wooded areas qualify for Stage 2 Physical Assessment, and are required to be assessed using test pit survey methodology. The study area consists of heavy brush and some wooded areas, which divides the two ploughable areas. These areas will require high intensity test pit survey. 5.4.6 Ploughable Agricultural Lands Areas of current or former agricultural lands which have been ploughed in the past are considered ploughable agricultural lands. Ploughing these lands regularly moves the soil around, which brings covered artifacts to the surface, easily identifiable during visual inspection. Furthermore, by allowing the ploughed area to weather sufficiently through rainfall washing soil off any artifacts, the visibility of artifacts at the surface of recently worked field areas increases significantly. Pedestrian survey of ploughed agricultural lands is the preferred method of physical assessment because of the greater potential for finding evidence of archaeological resources if present. The study area consists mostly of ploughable lands. These areas will require high intensity pedestrian survey. 5.4.7 Lawn, Pasture, Meadow Landscape features consisting of former agricultural land covered in low growth, such as lawns, pastures, meadows, shrubbery, and immature trees. These are areas that may be too small to plough, such as yard areas surrounding existing structures, margins of road allowances, and land-locked open areas that are technically workable by a plough but inaccessible to agricultural machinery. These areas may also include open area within urban contexts that do not allow agricultural tillage within municipal or city limits or the use of urban roadways by agricultural machinery. These areas are required to be assessed using test pit survey methodology. The study area contains a lawn area that is associated with the existing structure. This area will require high intensity test pit survey. - AMICK Consultants Limited Page 15 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 6. STUDY AREA INSPECTION A study area inspection or field reconnaissance is not required as part of a Stage 1 Background Study unless there is reason to believe that portions of the study area may be excluded from physical assessment on the basis of the conditions of the study area or portions thereof Due to the location of the study area a field reconnaissance was not practical at this time of year. The conditions with the study area will be documented during a stage 2 physical assessment. 7. ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSIONS AMICK Consultants Limited was engaged by the proponent to undertake a Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research study of lands potentially affected by the proposed undertaking and was granted permission to carry out archaeological work on November 23, 2010. Due to current conditions of the study area a detailed photo reconnaissance was not practical at this time and must be completed with the Stage 2 Physical Assessment. All records, documentation, field notes, photographs and artifacts (as applicable) related to the conduct and findings of these investigations are held at the Lakelands District corporate offices of AMICK Consultants Limited until such time that they can be transferred to an agency or institution approved by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MTC) on behalf of the government and citizens of Ontario. Section 7.7.3 of the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009: 76) outlines the requirements of the Analysis and Conclusions component of a Stage 1 Background Study. 1) "Identify and describe areas of archaeological potential within the project area. 2) Identify and describe areas that have been subject to extensive and deep land alterations. Describe the nature of alterations (e.g., development or other activity) that have severely damaged the integrity of archaeological resources and have removed archaeological potential. " 7.1 Characteristics Indicating Archaeological Potential Section 1.3.1 of the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists specifies the study area characteristics which indicate archaeological potential (MCL 2009: 5-6). Factors which indicate archaeological potential are features of the local landscape and environment which may have attracted people to either occupy the land or to conduct activities within the study area. One or more of these characteristics found to apply to a study area would necessitate a Stage 2 Study area Assessment to determine if archaeological resources are present. These characteristics are listed below together with considerations derived from the conduct of this study. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 16 . Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wo f Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medome, County ofShncoe 1) Previous.y Identified Archaeological Sites Previously documented archaeological sites related to First Nations activity and occupation have been documented in the vicinity of the study area. 2) Primary Water Sources Primary water sources are describes as including lakes, rivers streams and creeks. Close proximity to primary water sources (300 metres) indicates that people had access to readily available sources of potable water and routes of waterborne trade and communication should the study area have been used or occupied in the past. There are no primary water sources within 300 metres of the study area. 3) Secondary Water Sources Secondary water sources are described as including intermittent streams and creeks, springs, marshes, and swamps. Close proximity (300 metres) to secondary water sources indicates that people had access to readily available sources of potable water, at least on a seasonal basis, and in some cases seasonal access to routes of waterborne trade and communication should the study area have been used or occupied in the past. There is a secondary water source, Willow Creek bisects the subject property. 4) Features Indicating Past Water Sources Features indicating past water resources are described as including glacial lake shorelines indicated by the presence of raised sand or gravel beach ridges, relic river or stream channels indicated by clear dip or swale in the topography, shorelines of drained lakes or marshes, and cobble beaches. Close proximity (300 metres) to features indicating past water sources indicates that people had access to readily available sources of potable water, at least on a seasonal basis, and in some cases seasonal access to routes of waterborne trade and communication should the study area have been used or occupied in the past. The study area would have been beneath the surface of the waters of the ancient lake, Glacial Lake Algonquin. S) Elevated Topogaphy Features of elevated topography which indicate archaeological potential include eskers, drumlins, large knolls, and plateaux. Areas of steep slope, will not require assessment, however they will have to be identified, documented and photographed. 6) Pockets of Well-drained Sandy Soil AMICK Consultants Limited Page 17 Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe Pockets of sandy soil are considered to be especially important near areas of heavy soil or rocky ground. As field reconnaissance was not practical at this time, the soil conditions cannot be addressed. 7) Distinctive Land Formations E These are landscape features that might have been special or spiritual places, such as waterfalls, rock outcrops, caverns, mounds, and promontories and their bases. There may be physical indicators of their use, such as burials, structures, offerings, rock paintings or carvings. Information regarding distinctive land formations within the study area is not available at this time as a site visit was not possible. 8) Resource Areas Resource areas that indicate archaeological potential include food or medicinal plants (e.g., migratory routes, spawning areas, and prairie), scarce raw materials (e.g., quartz, copper, ochre or outcrops of chert) and resources of importance to early Euro-Canadian industry (e.g., logging, prospecting, and mining). Information regarding resource areas within the study area is not available at this time as a site visit was not possible. 9) Areas ofEarly Euro-Canadian Settlement These include places of early military or pioneer settlement (e.g., pioneer homesteads, isolated cabins, and farmstead complexes), early wharf or dock complexes, pioneer churches and early cemeteries. There may be commemorative markers of their history, such as local, provincial, or federal monuments or heritage parks. The study area is situated within an area settled in 1820. A tavern is shown within the study area. 10) Early Historical TranWortation Routes This includes evidence of trails, passes, roads, railways, portage routes. The study area is situated on an early settlement road. The Historic Atlas Map of 1881 also shows that a tavern was present within the study area. 11) Heritage Study area Study area listed on a municipal register or designated under the Ontario Heritage Act or is a federal, provincial or municipal historic landmark or site. There are no listed or designated heritage buildings or properties which form a part of the study area. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 18 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe 12) Documented Historical or Archaeological Sites This includes study area that local histories or informants have identified with possible archaeological sites, historical events, activities, or occupations. These are properties which have not necessarily been formally recognized or for which there is additional evidence identifying possible archaeological resources associated with historic properties in addition to the rationale for formal recognition. There are no documented heritage features or archaeological sites within the study area. 7.2 Characteristics Indicating Removal of Archaeological Potential Section 1.3.2 of the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists specifies the study area characteristics which indicate no archaeological potential or for which archaeological potential has been removed (MCL 2009: 6). These characteristics are listed below together with considerations derived from the conduct of this study. The introduction of Section 1.3.2 (MCL 2009: 6) notes that "Archaeological potential has been removed if the entire study area or parts of it have been subject to extensive and deep land alterations that have severely damaged the integrity of any archaeological resources, including: " 1) uar in There is no evidence to suggest that quarrying operations were ever carried out within the study area. 2) A or Landscaping Involving Grading Below Topsoil Unless there is evidence to suggest the presence of buried archaeological deposits, such deeply disturbed areas are considered to have lost their archaeological potential. Properties which do not have a long history of Euro-Canadian occupation can have archaeological potential removed through extensive landscape alterations which penetrate below the topsoil layer. This is because most archaeological sites originate at grade with relatively shallow associated excavations into the soil. First Nations sites and early historic sites are vulnerable to extensive damage and complete removal due to landscape modification activities. In urban contexts where a lengthy history of occupation has occurred, properties may have deeply buried archaeological deposits covered over and sealed through redevelopment activities which do not include the deep excavation of the entire study area for subsequent uses. Buildings are often erected directly over older foundations preserving archaeological deposits associated with the earlier occupation. Information regarding major landscape alterations within the study area are not available at this time as a site visit was not possible. 3) Building Footprints AMICK Consultants Limited Page 19 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County of Simcoe Typically, the construction of buildings involves the deep excavation of foundations, footings and cellars which often obliterate archaeological deposits situated close to the surface. Information regarding building footprints within the study area is not available at this time as a site visit was not possible. 4) Sewage and Infrastructure Development Installation of sewer lines and other below ground services associated with infrastructure development often involves deep excavation which can remove archaeological potential. Located in the northwest portions of the study area is an MTO drain traverses underground and outlets onto the study area. "Archaeological potential is not removed in urban or Brownfield properties that have documented potential for deeply buried intact archaeological resources beneath land alterations. " (MCL 2009: 6) Table 4 below summarizes the evaluation criteria of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture together with the results of the Stage 1 Background Study for the proposed undertaking. Based on the criteria, the study area is deemed to have archaeological potential on the basis of the presence of sandy soils and the location of early historic settlement roads adjacent to the study area. AMICK Consultants Limited Page 20 - Stage I Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 'T'able 4 Evaluation of Archaeological Potential FEATURE OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL POTENTIAL YES NO N/A COMMENT 1 Known archaeological sites within 300m Y If Yes, potential determined PHYSICAL FEATURES 2 Is there water on or near the study area? Y If Yes, what kind of water? Primary water source within 300 m. (lakeshore, If Yes, potential 2a river, large creek, etc.) N determined 2 Secondary water source within 300 m. (stream, If Yes, potential b spring, marsh, swamp, etc.) Y determined Past water source within 300 m. (beach ridge, river If Yes, potential 2c bed, relic creek, etc.) Y determined Elevated topography (knolls, drumlins, eskers, if Yes, and Yes for any of 4- 3 plateaus, etc.) N/A 9, potential determined If Yes and Yes for any of 3, 4 Pockets of sandy soil in a clay or rocky area N/A 5-9, potential determined If Yes and Yes for any of 3- Distinctive land formations (mounds, caverns, 4, 6-9, potential 5 waterfalls, peninsulas, etc.) N/A determined HISTORIC/PREHISTORIC USE FEATURES Associated with food or scarce resource harvest areas (traditional fishing locations, agricultural/berry If Yes, and Yes for any of 3-5, 6 extraction areas, etc.) N/A 7-9, potential determined. Indications of early Euro-Canadian settlement if Yes, and Yes for any of 3-6, 7 (monuments, cemeteries, structures, etc.) Y 8-9, potential determined Associated with historic Transportation route If Yes, and Yes for any 3-7 or 8 (historic road, trail, portage, rail corridors, etc.) Y 9, potential determined Contains study area designated and/or listed under the Ontario Heritage Act (municipal heritage If Yes and, Yes to any of 3-8, 9 committee, municipal register, etc.) N potential determined APPLICATION-SPECIFIC INFORMATION Local knowledge (local heritage organizations, First 10 Nations, etc.) N If Yes, potential determined Recent disturbance not including agricultural cultivation (post-1960-confirmed extensive and intensive including industrial sites, aggregate areas, 11 etc.) N If Yes, no potential If YES to any of 1, 2a-c, or 10 Archaeological Potential is confirmed If YES to 2 or more of 3-9, Archaeological Potential is confirmed If YES to 11 or No to 1-10 Low Archaeological Potential is confirmed AMICK Consultants Limited Page 21 Stage 1 Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession 1, Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofShncoe Ss RECOMMENDATIONS Under Section 7.7.4 of the draft Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (MCL 2009:77) the recommendations to be made as a result o f a Stage 1 Background Study are described. 1) "Make recommendations regarding the potential for the study area, as follows: a. ifsome or all of the study area has archaeological potential, identify areas recommended for further assessment (Stage 2) and areas not recommended for further assessment. Any exemptions from further assessment must be consistent with the archaeological fieldwork standards and guidelines. b. if no part of the study area has archaeological potential, recommend that the study area does not require further archaeological assessment. 2) Recommend appropriate Stage 2 assessment strategies. " As a result of the Stage 1 Background Research the study area has been identified as an area of archaeological potential. It is therefore recommended that as a condition of Site Plan Approval, a Stage 2 Physical Assessment must be completed on any lands proposed for development. Those portions of the study area that are not previously disturbed or low lying and wet are recommended to be assessed by high intensity test pit methodology. This Stage 2 work should be completed in advance of any ground altering activities within the study area in order to ensure that no impacts occur to any archaeological resources which may be present. C AMICK Consultants Limited Page 22 Stage] Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 9. ADVICE ON COMPLIANCE WITH LEGISLATION While not part of the archaeological record, this report must include the following standard advisory statements for the benefit of the proponent and the approval authority in the land use planning and development process: 1. This report is filed with the Minister of Culture in compliance with sec. 65 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act. The ministry reviews reports to ensure that the licensee has met the terms and conditions of the licence and archaeological resources have been identified and documented according to the standards and guidelines set by the ministry, ensuring the conservation, protection and preservation of the heritage of Ontario. It is recommended that development not proceed before receiving confirmation that the Ministry of Culture has entered the report into the provincial register of reports. 2. Should previously unknown or unassessed deeply buried archaeological resources be uncovered during development, they may be a new archaeological site and therefore subject to Section 48 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act. The proponent or person discovering the archaeological resources must cease alteration of the site immediately and engage a licensed archaeologist to carry out archaeological fieldwork, in compliance with sec. 48 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act. 3. Any person discovering human remains must immediately notify the police or coroner and the Registrar of Cemeteries, Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. AMMCK Consultants Limited Page 23 Stage] Archaeological Background Research of the Wolf Steel Property, Part of Lot 10 Concession], Township of Oro- Medonte, County ofSimcoe 10. 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AMICK Consultants Limited Page 24 Appendix 7: County of Simcoe Letter May 11, 2011 21 County of Simcoe Main Line (705) 726-9300 COUNTY OF Planning Toll Free 1-866-893-9300 S/~~~i 1110 Highway 26, Fax (705) 727-4276 r _ Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1X0 simcoe.ca May 11, 2011 Ms. Andria Leigh Director of Development Services Township of Oro-Medonte 148 Line 7 South P.O. Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 RE: Proposed Township Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Wolf Steel Part Lot 10, Concession 1, 2621 Gore Road at Penetanguishene Road (County Road 93) Dear Ms. Leigh; Thank you for circulating information regarding the above-noted application. It is our understanding that the proposed warehouse is effectively an expansion to service the existing factory, showroom and warehousing facilities which are presently located immediately north of the subject lands. The subject property is designated Rural and Agricultural, and Greenlands in the Simcoe County Official Plan (2007). In the Rural and Agricultural designation, local municipalities shall determine and map areas considered prime agricultural areas in their Official Plans (Section 3.6.4). Thus if the portion of the property designated `Agricultural' was redesignated (as proposed) to `Industrial' to accommodate the proposed warehouse use, the 'Rural' policies of the County Official Plan would apply. Rural business parks are permitted uses in the Rural designation, therefore staff have no concerns about the proposed use as it is recognized the cluster of industrial uses in this area complies with the business park definition of the County Official Plan. The 'Rural' policies do consider (new) single industrial development uses, where appropriate sites within settlements are not available (Section 3.6.7). County staff acknowledge that this proposal contemplates the expansion of an existing industrial use, therefore the policies under Section 3.6.7 do not apply. The remaining lands designated `Greenlands' primarily identify the lands along the Willow Creek which are within the NVCA's regulatory flood lines. To address the 'Greenlands' policies, an Environmental Impact Study was prepared and is being reviewed by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) to determine if the proposed development and site alteration would have any negative impacts to the existing natural heritage features and/or ecological functions. It is acknowledged that the proposed development appears to be on the table lands which fall outside the Greenlands area. In general, the findings of the traffic impact study (February 18, 2011) have been accepted by the County Transportation Department as submitted with respect to traffic generation and its effects on the local road area network. The developer proposes one access to County Road 93 at the south end of the property and another access to Gore Road. The County's Transportation Department has reviewed the proposed development and has requested that a justification report be provided regarding the appropriateness of an access to County Road 93. As per County of Simcoe Entrance By-law, where a development fronts on both a County and a local road, the entrance shall be from the local road, PLO-003-C01 however given the potential to improve the level of service at the County Road 93/Gore Road intersection, the County is willing to consider a right-out only access, pending the consideration of the justification letter from their transportation consultant. This analysis is expected at the site plan stage therefore at this time there are no objections to the proposed Official Plan Amendment proceeding from a County transportation perspective. A storm water management report and servicing feasibility report as required by the County Official Plan are expected to be submitted for review at the site plan application stage. Subject to the above-noted comments and concerns being satisfactory to the applicable agencies, ministries and the Township of Oro-Medonte, the amendment of the designation of the subject lands from Agricultural to permit the proposed use would conform to the Simcoe County Official Plan (2007). If you require more information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact Gail Speirs-White at ext. 1185 or gail.white@simcoe.ca. Yours truly, THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF SIMCOE A. B. MacKell, M IP, RPP Director of Planning, Development and Tourism C. N. McDonald, Meridian Planning P. Young, Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Appendix 8: Ministry of Transportation email May 3, 2011 22 Leigh, Andria From: Jamie Robinson <jamie@meridianplan.ca> Sent: Tuesday, May 03, 201112:17 PM To: 'Michael Cullip'; 'Dan Hurley'; 'Jeremy Ash' Cc: Leigh, Andria; 'Hoppe, Bruce'; chris.doherty@simcoe.ca; christian.meile@simcoe.ca Subject: FW: 2011-OPA-01 and 2011-ZBA-01 Attachments: Drainage Approval Guidelines.pdf From: Polus, Asia (MTO) [mailto:Asia.Polus@ontario.ca] Sent: Tuesday, May 03, 2011 12:04 PM To: Farquharson, Steven Cc: Jamie Robinson; Tupaz, Aimee Rose (MTO); Iannacito, Phil (MTO) Subject: 2011-OPA-01 and 2011-ZBA-01 RE: WOLF STEEL OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT and ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT 2011-OPA-01 and 2011-ZBA-01 Con 1, Lot 10 Township of Oro-Medonte South/East of Gore Road and Penetanguishene Road Further to our meeting held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 the MTO is in support of the applicant's request to proceed with the proposed Official Plan Amendment/ZBA for the above noted property. Please accept this e-mail as a confirmation that in principle the ministry has no objections to the proposed OPA and Rezoning. Please proceed with the municipal process. As agreed by all parties, the owner will be required to provide a full engineering submission at the Site Plan stage in order to address the technical requirements of the proposal. The MTO will provide site specific comments related to the development at the site plan stage. In addition, please note that the ministry's previous comments regarding the TIS and our site plan review process are still applicable. The attached file (MTO drainage requirements) should be forwarded to the drainage consultant for consideration. I trust that the above is clear and satisfactory. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Phil Iannacito at (4160 235-4592) or myself. Regards W. Asia Polus Corridor Management Technician Ministry of Transportation Engineering Office, Central Region Corridor Management Section 7th Floor, Building "D" 1201 Wilson Avenue Downsview, Ont M3M U8 Tel. 416 - 235-3991 Fax 416 - 235-4267 Appendix 9: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Letter May 18, 2011 23 May 18, 2011 Township of Oro-Medonte 148 Line 7 South P.O. Box 100, Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Attn: Steven Farquharson Re: Official Plan Amendment 2011-OPA-01 Member Zoning By-law Amendment 2011-ZBA-01 Municipalities Part of Lot 10, Concession 1, Gore Road and Penetanguishene Road Township of Oro-Medonte (Formerly Oro) Adjala-Tosorontia (Wolf Steel) Amaranth Barrie Further to comments provided on April 5, 2011, NVCA staff has completed a The Blue Mountains site visit with the applicant's ecologist to stake a wetland on site, and NVCA Bradford-West Gwillimburv has received drawings • Wolf Steel Proposed Conditions dated May, 2011, both prepared by Clearview Meridian, via e-mail on May 6, 2011. Collingwood * HAZ-1 Natural Hazards Plan prepared by C.C. Tatham dated October, Essa 2010, signed and stamped by J. Ash May 17, 2011, via e-mail on May 17 Grey Highlands , 2011. Innisfil • Schedule A4, Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law, received via e-mail from Meridian on May 18, 2011. Melancthon Mono Engineering ;Viulmur Details of the stormwater management system were not provided and NVCA 'qew Tecumseth engineering staff cannot comment on the sizing or design of these features at this Oro-Medonte time. It is possible a modification to the Designation and Zoning may be required once stormwater management is finalized. Shelburne Springwater Drawing HAZ-1 identifies the location of the hazard limits associated with the Wasaga Beach proposed development and Willow Creek, to the satisfaction of NVCA staff. Watershed Ecology During the wetland staking site visit, the landowner's ecology consultant Counties identified that through the upcoming Site Plan process, the landowner will fence Dufferin the boundary of the existing and proposed environmental protection zone, as Grey shown on the Proposed Conditions drawing, provide enhancement plantings in select areas, and allow the land adjacent to the wetland and Willow Creek to Simcae regenerate. NVCA staff recognizes the positive impacts this will have on Willow Creek and looks forward to working with the applicant on this matter. Member of ct- t~l Celebrating 50 Years in Conservation 1960-2010 NOTTAWASAGA VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Centre for Conservation Conservation John Hix Conservation Administration Centre Tiffin Conservation Area 8195 8th Line L ialOZl OM 1TO ONTARIO Telephone: 705.424.1479 Fax: 705.424.2115 Web: www.nvca.on.ca Email: admi nvc.on.ca Na.,W 0-pi- May 18, 2011 Re: Official Plan Amendment 2011-OPA-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment 2011-ZBA-01 Part of Lot 10, Concession 1, Gore Road and Penetanguishene Road Township of Oro-Medonte (Formerly Oro) (Wolf Steel) Other There is a drainage feature on site adjacent to Penetanguishene Road. NVCA staff advised that if the feature is moved, it is preferred to keep the feature outside of the road side ditch due to quality concerns and the impact on the wetland and the fishery, as road side water features can be exposed to more contaminants. A treatment train approach for water quality is suggested. NVCA staff requires detailed information on what is proposed to determine if there will be impacts on adjacent lands. In addition details are required on the channel design and mitigation proposal, to enable staff to prepare the Letter of Advice to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. NVCA staff understands that these details will be addressed through the forthcoming Site Plan application. Conclusion NVCA staff does not object to the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment, as shown on the above referenced drawings. Please be reminded that a large portion of the property is regulated pursuant to Ontario Regulation 172/06 and permits are required from NVCA prior to conducting certain works in regulated areas. We trust this is of assistance. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Regards, F Patti Young MCIP, 0~ Senior Planner FD/DF/KN/PY CC., Jamie Robinson, Meridian Planning Page 2 of 2