Before starting site development within the city limits of Calgary, you will need to know which authority is in control. You can go to www.calgary.ca/PDA/ or phone 3-1-1 and refer to the city’s Planning & Development to know what authority will be in charge. The requirements for your erosion and sediment control (ESC) plan will be outlined in the authorization. If you need to submit an ESC plan, then you must follow the recommended guidelines. It helps if you contact those in charge and work with them on the submission. The better your contact, the quicker any issues with the submission may arise.
It pays to be prepared, so you should go over the requirements first and then proceed on a step-by-step basis. Using an experienced firm to help you in the submission process may be beneficial. But for the most part it is a straightforward process.
The ESC plan requirements include the following activities which will be performed on the construction site.
Stripping and Grading
This removes the topsoil and existing vegetation. The stripping and grading process will then cut, fill, and grade subsoils so the base of the future development has a solid soil foundation.
Subdivision
This is the final grading of the land. It will include the delineation of the lots where the structures are to be built. Plus, the installation of any shallow and deep utilities that the building or structure might need. Followed by any improvements to the surface area such as gutters, sidewalks, and the like. This will depend on the type of construction being performed.
Capital City Projects: This is most associated with the construction of roadways and parks. Such projects are normally funded by the city itself and managed through a civic partner or Business Unit. Any construction project that uses public funds may fall into this category.
Commercial Structures: These include industrial, institutional, and even multi-family dwellings. Such developments will include shallow and deep utility installation along with the construction of the building.
Office Utilities: Commonly called ‘Offsite’, this is the installation of water, storm, and deep sanitary structures.
Row Housing: these are rows of single-family homes that are attached units. Such developments for larger subdivisions will require ESC drawings to be submitted. Any alterations to the original ESC plans for specific lots will need to be submitted as well. the city’s ESC website will offer full details on the submission process.
Drawings
Depending on the size and complications of the construction site, drawings may be required for your ESC plan. You can find examples of drawings for stripping and grading, multifamily development, and more by going to the ESC page on The City’s website. You can even find examples of subdivision development drawings.
You will need to check with the authorities as to whether drawings are needed for your construction project. If it is less than 0.4 ha and does not require any unusual stripping, grading, or other preparations, then you may not need them. However, quite large construction sites that are 65 ha or larger will almost certainly require drawings for your ESC plan.
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