Project details

Type & Location: New industrial facility and operations yard, subject to Site Plan Control (SPC) application and zoning by-law amendment, Rideau Lakes Township, Ontario.

My Role: Architectural Designer — building layout planning, SPC documentation, and consultant coordination.

Key Scope:

• Designed the building layout and site plan to accommodate operational flow of heavy vehicles and material handling.

• Utilized AutoTURN vehicle tracking to optimize drive paths and ensure safe on-site circulation.

• Prepared concept 3D models and elevations for client and municipal review.

• Produced technical drawings and supporting documentation for the SPC and ZBLA submissions.

• Provided zoning analysis and planning data to support the application package.

Planning & Code:

• Confirmed compliance with industrial zoning provisions (setbacks, lot coverage, and parking).

• Reviewed OBC Part 3 requirements for F2 occupancies.

• Integrated stormwater and environmental constraints into the site plan layout.

Coordination:

• Worked with Civil and Planning consultants for grading, stormwater management, and planning rationale documents.

• Collaborated with Environmental consultants for wetland relocation and mitigation strategy coordination.

• Supported the client in responding to municipal planning comments and technical feedback.

Tools: AutoCAD, Revit, Twinmotion.

Outcome/Status: Under Review (2025) — Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control application in progress; awaiting township and environmental approvals.