What do we need to think about to make new development LIVABLE?

Here are some of the elements of a livable city we would like to see included in a Development Master Plan. They were expressed during various Active18 association meetings held during October and November 2005:

• Walking paths
• Green space/public space that is coordinated, programmed and networked
• Lighting design should enhance the architectural and landscape qualities of the urban environment, not be overtly defensive and solely driven by security concerns
• Make Abell Street connect with Sudbury like in the Secondary Plan
• Retaining heritage buildings
• Create rent-to-own strategies for affordable housing
• Trees and planting should be provided with enough soil depth to ensure growth to full maturity of native species
• Access to the lake (visual, physical)