I really like this! The City of Kitchener is improving its planning and development processes to help keep residents better informed. Its pilot project has some ideas Oshawa might consider adopting!
The 29 page report (linked below) states “One of the greatest success stories that emerged from the development services review is the strengthening of a culture that supports change.”
“through a pilot project, the City will now contact a much wider range of residents (double the legislated distance) when there are major development projects in their neighbourhood. (see slides below)
Also, updated visual graphic signage on properties being redeveloped and postcard-style notifications will make it easier for residents to get informed and staff will conduct feedback surveys on every application, soliciting feedback on the process to ensure peoples' voices are being heard."
Fyi, here's the link to the City of Kitchener Report DSD-21-006 Development Services Review Project Close-out Report lf.kitchener.ca/WeblinkExt/DocView.aspx?id=1902874&searchid=6e6d959d-3e98-400d-b567-ae9746a29225&dbid=0&cr=1
The 29 page report (linked below) states “One of the greatest success stories that emerged from the development services review is the strengthening of a culture that supports change.”
“through a pilot project, the City will now contact a much wider range of residents (double the legislated distance) when there are major development projects in their neighbourhood. (see slides below)
Also, updated visual graphic signage on properties being redeveloped and postcard-style notifications will make it easier for residents to get informed and staff will conduct feedback surveys on every application, soliciting feedback on the process to ensure peoples' voices are being heard."
Fyi, here's the link to the City of Kitchener Report DSD-21-006 Development Services Review Project Close-out Report lf.kitchener.ca/WeblinkExt/DocView.aspx?id=1902874&searchid=6e6d959d-3e98-400d-b567-ae9746a29225&dbid=0&cr=1
