Hawk Ridge Golf Club Development Proposal

FAQ

• How many residential units are proposed?

  • 187-369 single-detached dwellings;
  • 211-384 townhome dwellings;
  • 81-121 stacked townhome (golf villa) dwelling units.
  • Total anticipated range of units: 479-874.

• Why is a range of residential units proposed?

  • A Class Environmental Assessment (EA) is required to determine the water servicing capacity on the Hawk Ridge property.
  • Once the Class EA is completed, the number of units that can be feasibly and responsibly serviced will be clarified.

• What is the size of the property?

  • The property is 60.15 hectares.
  • The residential development area is 22.64 hectares.
  • Open space, parks and recreational trails are 23.81 hectares.
  • Roads and civil infrastructure are 10.99 hectares.

• Why is the Hawk Ridge area suitable to accommodate new residents?

  • Hawk Ridge Golf Club is located in the South of Division Road Secondary Plan Area.
  • The County of Simcoe and Township of Severn has planned for phased residential growth in this area.
  • Existing planning policies direct that residential growth be accommodated here.

• What is the project timeline?

  • Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision were made to the County of Simcoe and Township of Severn on October 10, 2024.
  • There are several steps involved in the approvals process, including completion of a variety of provincially-regulated studies, ongoing collaboration with Township and County Staff, and a Public Meeting with Township of Severn Council.
  • This is a multi-year process; it is not anticipated that phased construction will take place for several years.

• What is the proposed zoning for the property?

  • The golf course will be zoned Open Space (which maintains its existing zoning).
  • Natural areas, including the Silver Creek Corridor, will be zoned Environmental Protection.
  • Residential areas are intended to be zoned the following:
    • Single detached dwellings: Residential Type 1.
    • Townhome dwellings: Residential Multiple Type 1.
    • Golf Villas: Residential Multiple Type 2.

• What are the details of construction?

  • A construction management plan will be prepared (and is required by the Township), this will be completed nearer to the beginning of construction, which is likely several years away.
  • Site access and road use will be determined through the construction management plan; it is premature to forecast the construction approach at this time.

• Will the golf course be open during construction?

  • There may be periods when the golf course is closed, as the golf course is planned to undergo redesign and improvement. The construction team will endeavour to keep the course open and playable as much as possible.

• How will the proposed development impact existing private wells and septic systems?

  • Detailed hydrogeological investigations are underway to ensure that existing private wells and septic systems are not impacted by the proposed development.

• How will the proposed development impact flooding in the area?

  • The existing golf course is a flat topography, meaning its floodplain is wide.
  • The current site design creates conditions where water spreads rather than collects in localized areas for filtration and discharge.
  • Extensive floodplain mapping and modelling has taken place, and the design of the areas proposed for development will be located outside of the floodplain. Further, Municipal and Provincial requirements ensure that the proposed development demonstrate that it will not have any flooding impacts on surrounding properties.
  • Three stormwater management ponds are proposed on the site.

• How will the proposed development impact wildlife and vegetation in the area?

  • Approximately 40% of the Hawk Ridge property is reserved for Open Space and Environmental Protection Areas.
  • The existing Silver Creek Corridor will be rezoned Environmental Protection, ensuring the creek, adjacent land, wildlife, and vegetation are preserved and maintained for generations.
  • The existing golf course has manipulated the natural Silver Creek corridor; new native species will be planted to re-naturalize this environmental area.

• How will the proposed development impact local school capacity?

  • Local school boards will review our application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Official Plan Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision.
  • Given that the applications were made in October, 2024, the review is ongoing and we have not received comments.
  • The Ministry of Education provides school board funding based on projected population growth; local school boards will expand service capacity at their discretion.

• What are the project’s next steps?

  • Application for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision are under review by the Township and County.
  • The Township and County will provide feedback, comments and required revisions to the plans.
  • Further communication will take place with the community following completion of the Township and County’s application review.
  • A revised concept plan will be presented and submitted.