Chapter 1: Visualizing Growth

West Elbow Communities Local Area Plan Chapter 1: Visualizing Growth

Vision and Core Values

Found in Chapter 1 of the Plan, the vision and core values provide a framework for growth and change that recognizes the elements that connect the West Elbow Communities. 

Vision

The West Elbow Communities are a diverse and vibrant set of communities that are defined by their proximity to downtown, walkable neighbourhoods, an exceptional park network highlighted by the Elbow River valley, and unique commercial areas such as 17 Avenue SW and Marda Loop. The West Elbow Communities will continue to grow and develop as well-connected areas that offer a wide range of housing, recreational, and commercial opportunities for both residents and visitors.

Core Values

The following core values were developed through the engagement process and were used to shape the policies and guidelines in Chapters 2 and 3 of the Plan:

Hover over each core value to find out more.

West Elbow Core Values Map

Historic Places and Spaces

Provide educational, placemaking and naming opportunities about the diverse history of the West Elbow Communities, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous histories. Incentivize the retention of heritage buildings and ensure that new development within heritage-rich areas is contextually sensitive. 

Housing for All

Enable a diversity of new housing at different building scales throughout the West Elbow Communities. Support housing options that meet the needs of all ages, abilities, incomes, and household compositions.  

Parks, Open Space, and Natural Areas 

Recognize the Elbow River valley, local parks, and recreation facilities, such as the MNP Community & Sport Centre and Glenmore Athletic Park, as the foundation for an enhanced and expanded open space system. Provide improved opportunities for social connections, community pride, and recreation while protecting areas of ecological and cultural significance. 

Safe and Convenient Mobility 

Make moving through the West Elbow Communities easier through improved safety, accessibility and comfort. Prioritize improvements to pedestrian, active mobility, and transit networks that connect to existing mobility infrastructure such as the Max BRT, Sunalta LRT Station, and Erlton/Stampede LRT Station.

Climate Resiliency

Build resiliency and develop mitigation measures that address hazards caused by a changing climate while supporting development and ways of travel that reduce per capita greenhouse gas emissions. 

Daily Needs and Amenities  

Enable a mix of businesses that allow daily needs to be met close to home and contribute to a unique sense of place. Build upon the network of Main Streets comprised of 10 Avenue SW, 17 Avenue SW, 33 Avenue SW, Macleod Trail SW, 4 Street SW, and 14 Street SW while exploring opportunities for neighbourhood commercial uses along secondary streets and nodes.  

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