What kind of intensification is good for QTN? The debate in Ottawa has shifted slightly from “how much intensification” to “what kind of intensification,” as the draft Official Plan is revised. More change is needed before final approval by City Council, scheduled for this fall. Density Targets instead of Requirements In response to strong push back, … Continue reading QTN and the New Official Plan: Next Steps
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Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
Councillor Kavanagh's office has organized an update on the sewer project, which will include discussion of the road closures and associated traffic impacts. The meeting will take place on April 9th at 9:30 AM. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be made available afterward on the Bay Ward Bulleting which we will … Continue reading Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
QTN and the New Official Plan
The QTN Community Association proposes changes in the draft new Official Plan for Ottawa. They focus on ensuring strong neighborhoods as the population grows. How plans for intensification are done will make a big difference for QTN. The submission, prepared by the QTN Planning Committee, also addresses issues related to planning for future life between … Continue reading QTN and the New Official Plan
Queensview Drive and QTN: Plans for the Future
Change will be coming to Queensview Drive in the next few years. That can be good for QTN or it could create problems. The QTN planning committee is engaged in ongoing discussions to help ensure that the concerns and views of residents are considered. We welcome questions, suggestions, and active participation by all residents in … Continue reading Queensview Drive and QTN: Plans for the Future
Queensview Drive and QTN: Good Neighbors?
Change is coming on Queensview Drive. It is both an opportunity and concern for residents of Queensway Terrace North (QTN). The QTN Planning Committee is taking early action to influence City plans for this area, instead of waiting to react to proposals by outside developers. City plans for Queensview Drive will become public in the … Continue reading Queensview Drive and QTN: Good Neighbors?
We want your input: Lincoln Fields, Queensview, Local Paths and the Future of QTN
Queensview Drive and Lincoln Fields Surveys Big changes for future development on Queensview Drive and Lincoln Fields/Carling will be included in Ottawa’s new Official Plan, expected this fall. What happens on the south and north boundaries of QTN will have major impacts for residents living here. Higher density and mixed commercial/residential development are expected as … Continue reading We want your input: Lincoln Fields, Queensview, Local Paths and the Future of QTN
Connectivity review: Speak up about your route to the LRT & Update on Berms
How will you access future LRT stations in our area – Lincoln Fields, Queensview, and Pinecrest? Will the new paths allow you to get where you need to go? Are they well placed? Do they need improvements? Your access to future LRT stations is the central question to be answered by the Connectivity Enhancement Study … Continue reading Connectivity review: Speak up about your route to the LRT & Update on Berms
Upcoming December Meetings on QTN Issues (LRT, Lincoln Fields, Development)
QTN residents are grieving the loss of trees for the LRT project this week, some very old ones and many that had special meaning for residents. The QTN planning committee did not get advance notice of this, and when the information came, it was too late and inadequate to pursue any alternatives. We have voiced … Continue reading Upcoming December Meetings on QTN Issues (LRT, Lincoln Fields, Development)
Open House (Nov 20) on Storm Sewer Rehab Project Coming to QTN
If you use Alpine, Henley, Clarendon, Mossdale or Moncton Streets, you will be affected by plans to replace a major trunk storm sewer through our neighborhood in 2021. You can learn more about the design and provide your input at an open house next week. Lets plan ahead so there's no surprises. Take a minute … Continue reading Open House (Nov 20) on Storm Sewer Rehab Project Coming to QTN
Lincoln Fields: First Hearing of Interim Plans on August 7
Upcoming changes at Lincoln Fields mall will have impacts for residents of QTN. Some of the proposed changes require variances from relevant city rules. There will be a hearing on those before the Committee of Adjustment on August 7, 2019. The public meeting will be held at 6:30 pm in the Chambers, Ben Franklin Place, … Continue reading Lincoln Fields: First Hearing of Interim Plans on August 7