Scott Street CDP – Chapter 2: Vision & Principles
TL;DR
Chapter 2 frames the Scott Street CDP's vision by explaining that Tunney's Pasture and its surrounding Mixed-Use Centre are priority areas for compact, transit-oriented growth, guided by Official Plan policy that emphasizes density, multimodal transportation, and public realm outcomes.
Key Points
- MUCs (Mixed Use Centres) are intended to "grow substantially."
- Minimum density target: 250 people + jobs per gross hectare for the Tunney's Pasture MUC.
- Highest density should occur within 400 metres of rapid transit.
- Redevelopment must create high-quality, safe, accessible, animated public spaces and reinforce the pedestrian environment.
Full Analysis
Policy Context
- Tunney’s Pasture area is designated a Mixed-Use Centre under the Official Plan.
- Official Plan directs growth to areas with transit service, existing infrastructure, and urban amenities.
- Encourages compact, mixed-use development with a range of housing and employment.
Growth Expectations
- MUCs are intended to grow substantially as part of city-wide intensification.
- Tunney’s Pasture MUC has a minimum density target and focus for intensification.
- Highest density should be near rapid transit stations.
Transportation & Movement
The CDP is aligned with the Transportation Master Plan’s priorities:
- Walkability and cycling networks
- Transit-oriented development
- Reduced automobile dependence where feasible
Public Realm Direction
While detailed design guidelines are in later chapters, the vision expects:
- Improvements to the public realm
- Streets that support people, not just cars
- Integration of walking and cycling routes in future development
Why This Matters
- Chapter 2 sets the policy foundation for evaluating every development proposal in the Scott Street area.
- It ties the local plan directly to Official Plan growth and transportation policy.
- It makes clear that density, transit orientation, and pedestrian focus aren’t optional — they are built-in policy expectations.