City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit Project from Tunney`s Pasture to

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Submission
No.: 2013-P18e
To: Board of Directors
DECISION
For:
Date: 2012-01-23
1. TITLE
City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit Project from Tunney’s Pasture to Blair Station – Stations Preliminary
Design.
2. PURPOSE OF THE SUBMISSION
To obtain approval from the board of directors for the preliminary design of the City of Ottawa Light Rail
Transit (LRT) stations on federal lands from Tunney’s Pasture to Blair station (“the Proposal”). The stations
are Tunney’s Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman and Train. This is the concept design approval.
Subsequent developed design approval(s) will follow as appropriate, per the project schedule.
3. AUTHORITY
Section 12 of the National Capital Act
4. RECOMMENDATION
THAT the site plans and preliminary design for the City of Ottawa LRT stations on federal lands (Tunney’s
Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman and Train) BE APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined below
being implemented by the City of Ottawa (‘the Proponent’) or by any agent acting on its behalf, without cost
to the NCC, and to the complete satisfaction of the NCC Vice-President, Capital Planning and Environmental
Management.
THAT the implementation of the developed design approval(s) of the City of Ottawa LRT stations on federal
lands be confirmed by the Vice-President, Capital Planning and Environmental Management, should those
designs be deemed to be consistent with – and building upon – the preliminary design identified in this
submission.
These recommendations follow and are consistent with:
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the decision taken by the NCC board of directors on April 18, 2012, in relation to the revised
alignment of the City of Ottawa LRT project;
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the feedback provided by NCC staff during the design consultation process and associated design
presentation meetings (DPMs) with the three prequalified bidders in regards to compliance of their
design development with the NCC Capital Principles, between January and November 2012;
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the recommendation of the NCC Advisory Committee on Planning, Design and Realty (ACPDR) on
December 13, 2012.
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5. ISSUES, IMPACTS AND RISKS
5.1 Reference Design
The LRT station designs were initially presented to the ACPDR and confirmed with the NCC in a set of 30%
developed design drawings (hereafter referred to also as “Reference Design”) submitted in October 2011. At
the time, the City intended for the Reference Design to be a turnkey operation. However, the City’s Request
for Proposals (RFP), issued in November 2011, gave bidders maximum latitude to seek out best value
through innovation, subject to adherence to the identified core Capital Principles (Appendix 2).
5.2 Capital Interests
The eleven Capital Interests (guiding principles) were identified to the City of Ottawa’s Rail Implementation
Office (RIO) as priority elements to be addressed and benchmarked throughout the development of the LRT
project and the various approval stages for the design of stations on federal lands. They constitute the basis
for the NCC Review of the City of Ottawa LRT project. These interests are of critical importance to the role
of the Capital as they relate to federal lands.
These interests were confirmed in a letter sent to the City of Ottawa, in February 2012, as part of a limited
professional endorsement of the Reference Design and were approved by NCC board on June 29, 2012. That
letter was accompanied by a set of station and system-specific conditions that would undergo further
refinement when the Federal Land Use, Design and Transaction Approval (FLUDTA) is issued.
Insofar as the conditions associated with the stations will change in response to further design iterations, it is
these key interests which have anchored staff analysis and review of this Preliminary Design.
5.3 Monitoring compliance with Capital Principles
DPMs: Between January and June 2012, NCC staff participated in a series of DPMs involving the RIO, the
NCC and three prequalified bidders (consortium). The purpose of these meetings was to advance the design
based on the Reference Design. NCC staff provided feedback with regard to compliance with the general
standards established in the Reference Design. NCC staff continued to monitor this compliance through the
technical evaluation of the bids in September and October 2012, following the close of the RIO’s RFP in
September. This technical evaluation was one of three bid evaluation pools (i.e. financial performance,
technical quality, and maintenance quality) which have formed the basis for City staff’s recommendation of
the preferred proponent.
Staff will continue monitoring compliance with Capital Principles as the designs are evolved to more detailed
levels, where final approval(s) will be provided.
5.4 Preliminary Design
The RIO’s RFP closed in September 2012. RIO and Infrastructure Ontario (IO), the City’s commercial
procurement lead for the project, with the NCC technical evaluation team, evaluated each proposal in
October 2012 and a preferred proponent was subsequently identified by the City of Ottawa.
The preliminary design of the LRT stations submitted by the preferred proponent was presented to the
NCC’s ACPDR on December 13, 2012, receiving strong positive feedback (meeting minutes are attached in
Appendix 2).
It has also been presented to the Ottawa City Council on December 19, 2012, obtaining unanimous approval.
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5.5 Real Property Implications and Strategy for City Requests Pertaining to LRT Project
Memorandum of Understanding
The City anticipates awarding the contract for construction of the LRT in January 2012, with work to
commence on February 1, 2013. In order to assist the City with their solicitation process for the project
consortium, with constraints pertaining to completing their needs definition and the time required to
negotiate, document and obtain approvals for the various interests in real property requested, the NCC and
the City entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to give the City access to NCC lands through
a License of Occupation (LOO) (a schedule to the MOU) effective February 1, 2013. The LOO is subject to
the provisions of the FLUDTA anticipated at the end of January, 2013. The agreement serves as a riskmanagement tool for the NCC, in that it provides for deliverable milestones with deadlines and penalties for
non-performance by the City.
The parties are relying on a blanket LOO, to provide the City with access to the properties to commence
carrying out work prior to final transactions and valuations being completed. This is being done as a measure
to facilitate timely and cost-effective delivery of this important infrastructure project. The LOO is to remain
in force until all transfers and conveyances of real property interests and fulfillment of other obligations are
completed in accordance with a transfer agreement to be entered into by the two organizations by July 2015.
The MOU will serve to guide the parties through the final definition of requirements, what is to be addressed
through existing legacy agreements and what will require new consideration, negotiation, documentation and
approvals.
Final paperwork and satisfaction of conditions will be made following verification of final, as-built
conditions in 2019-20.
Key steps in Land Use and Transaction Approvals
The alignments of the project on federal lands and the associated transactions have received NCC board
approval in the following three key steps:
1. April 6, 2011 – Board approval of alignment
2. April 18, 2012 – Board approval of alignment revised in July 2011
3. September 29, 2012 – Board approval of transactions and MOU for Legacy Agreements resolution
and February 2013 LOO
Following board approval of the preliminary design, NCC will issue the FLUDTA letter.
5.5 Public-private Partnership – Design, Build, Finance, Maintain Procurement Model
IO is the commercial procurement lead for the RIO on this project and, as such, the NCC
worked with the RIO and IO to apply its approval authority within this regulatory and
commercial framework, as appropriate.
NCC staff is mitigating the risk of ongoing compliance with identified core federal interests and
principles in this project through the compliance testing role that has been formalized for us by
the RIO and IO in the design review process, including technical evaluation of proposals, and
through the NCC design approvals required by the project.
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6. NEXT STEPS
RIO
NCC
•
Early 2013 – Award of contract
•
January 2013 – Issuance of the FLUDTA
•
February 1, 2013 – Disbursement by the
the City of the escrow amount and
performance deposit, as set out in the
MOU
•
February 2013 – License of Occupation
becomes effective
•
2013 (ongoing) detailed design process
•
2013 (dates tbd) –Developed design
approval(s)
7. STRATEGIC LINKS
Capital Planning Framework
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Plan for Canada’s Capital (1999)
o
Horizon 2067 (Plan for Canada’s Capital)
o
Canada’s Capital Core Area Sector Plan (2005)
o
Interprovincial Transit Integration Strategic Planning Study (2012)
o
Strategic Transportation Initiative for Canada’s Capital Region (June 2005)
o
Sustainable Mobility Strategy (in development 2013)
o
NCC Environmental Strategy (2009)
o
Capital Urban Lands Master Plan (in development 2013 – 2014)
o
Canada’s Capital Views Protection
o
Pathway Network for Canada’s Capital – 2006 Strategic plan (NCC, City)
o
LeBreton Flats Master Concept Plan (February 2006)
LeBreton Flats Master Agreement, 1996 (CLC)
Southeast Transitway Agreement, 1984
8. BACKGROUND
The City of Ottawa is undertaking the design and construction of a major transit project known as the Ottawa
LRT project, which will convert part of the existing bus rapid transit system to LRT technology between the
stations currently known as Tunney’s Pasture and Blair and includes a 2.5-km tunnel which will run
underneath the downtown core of the City.
This is the most significant infrastructure project in Canada’s Capital Region that is foreseen for some time
to come. The project includes 13 stations five of which (Tunney’s Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman and
Train) are on federal lands. Several parcels of federal land are implicated, many various real property
transactions are contemplated and numerous projects and objectives are affected. In order to ensure
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compliance across a wide range of interests and objectives, the NCC has been working collaboratively with
the City of Ottawa and its consultants to identify and incorporate priority federal interests within the project
scope, as appropriate, resulting from our approval authority.
Project budget and timeframes are of paramount importance to the proponent and failure to deliver upon
these imperatives could imperil the project.
The project is budgeted for $2.1 billion, with the federal and provincial governments each contributing
$600 million.
Contract award is scheduled for early 2013 and construction scheduled to commence shortly after.
Construction is scheduled to last five years.
9. ANALYSIS OF OPTIONS
N/A
10. CONSULTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NCC has consulted the following federal agencies:
•
Transport Canada and Infrastructure Canada
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Public Works and Government Services Canada
•
Parks Canada
•
National Arts Centre
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VIA Rail
11. LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix 1:
Proposed Preliminary Design Approval Letter
Appendix 1.1: OLRT Negotiating Mandate (Draft)
Appendix 2:
Capital Principles
Appendix 3:
Minutes of December 13, 2012, ACPDR Meeting
12. SUBMISSION AUTHORS
François Lapointe, Vice-President, Capital Planning and Environmental Management
Fred Gaspar, Director, Federal Transportation Coordination and Federal Approvals
Isabel Barrios, Senior Architect, Design and Land Use
Martin Barakengera, Senior Land Use Planner
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APPENDIX 1
Proposed Preliminary Design Approval Letter
PROTECTED B
A) FEDERAL LAND USE, DESIGN AND TRANSACTION APPROVAL IS HEREBY
GRANTED, PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL CAPITAL ACT (SECTIONS 12 AND
12.1), FOR:
I. THE PRELIMINARY DESIGN OF THE CITY OF OTTAWA LIGHT RAIL
TRANSIT (OLRT) PROJECT ‘CONFEDERATION LINE’ FROM TUNNEY’S
PASTURE TO BLAIR STATION – STATIONS ON FEDERAL LANDS;
II. THE CONSTRUCTION OF CONFEDERATION LINE ON FEDERAL LANDS; AND
III. THE DISPOSAL FOR THIS PURPOSE TO THE PROPONENT OF
A. NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION (NCC) LANDS;
B. PUBLIC WORKS AND GOVERNMENT SERVICES CANADA (PWGSC)
LANDS
C. PARKS CANADA AGENCY (PCA) LANDS
B) AS DESCRIBED BELOW AND SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS IDENTIFIED IN
THIS DOCUMENT
KEY INFORMATION:
File: CP 4253- 34-1/CP 2114-5705
Project:
IAMIS: 11144/13543
Approval Date: January xx 2013
City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit (OLRT) Project CONFEDERATION LINE from Tunney’s Pasture
to Blair Station (‘the Proposal’) – Stations Preliminary Design
FEES: Applicable standard flat fee
PROPONENT :
Rail Implementation Office (RIO)
City of Ottawa
110 Laurier Avenue West
Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 1J1
For the purpose of this letter, ‘The City of Ottawa’, ‘the City of Ottawa Rail Implementation Office’ and
‘the Proponent’ are one and the same and are used interchangeably to designate the corporation of the City
of Ottawa and its representatives and assigns.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Ottawa is proposing to build an electric Light Rail Transit (LRT) system across the City of
Ottawa from Tunney’s Pasture Station (west of downtown) to Blair Station (east of downtown), via a
downtown transit tunnel running from approximately Brickhill Street to south of Laurier Avenue. The 2.4
km downtown tunnel will run from the west tunnel portal, located on the west side of Commissioner
Street, approximately 100 m north of Albert Street to the Waller Street east tunnel portal, located south of
Laurier Avenue. The remainder of the LRT alignment (west of LeBreton Station and south/east of Laurier
Avenue) will follow the existing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor (known as the Transitway), which will
be converted to LRT technology. The LRT line will have 13 stations, including five on federal lands.
The proposal requires lands from NCC, Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC), Parks
Canada Agency (PCA) and VIA Rail Canada. The types of real property interests required for the Proposal
include fee simple interests, temporary easements for construction, 99-year easements and subterranean
rights of way.
The Proposal affects NCC lands that form part of the Urban Lands and of the National Interest Land
Mass (NILM), most notably at Rideau Station. The alignment also crosses NILM lands at the Hurdman
bridge, within the limits of the existing Bus Rapid Transitway (BRT) right-of-way. Underground, the
alignment crosses NCC owned NILM lands at the Bronson escarpment, at the office building at 40 Elgin
Street and at the National War Memorial and near Plaza Bridge in front of the Government of Canada
Conference Centre. The total area for all the types of interests in NCC lands required for the project is
23.94 hectares, including 14.25 ha for fee simple disposition, 8.37 ha for temporary easements, 0.73 ha for
99-year easements and 0.59 ha for subterranean rights of way.
The real property interests to be granted and conveyed to the City by PWGSC are located at Tunney’s
Pasture (fee simple disposition, approximately 1.08 hectares; temporary construction easement,
approximately 0.48 hectares) and at the southeast corner of Confederation Boulevard and Rideau Canal
(subterranean 99-year easement, approximately 0.18 hectares), as shown in Appendix 5. The latter lands
are within the National Interest Land Mass (NILM) designation. These lands are necessary for the
construction of Tunney’s Pasture station and the operation of the OLRT, including a temporary bus loop
terminal.
The interests in real property sought by the City from Parks Canada Agency (PCA) are also subterranean
in nature, consisting of six parcels of land located in part under the War Memorial, Confederation
Boulevard, Rideau Canal and the Government Conference Centre, as shown in Appendix 6. They total
approximately 0.83 hectares and are also NILM. The type of interest to be granted is a 99-year easement.
These lands are necessary for the construction of the OLRT tunnel and the operation of the OLRT.
The lands to be granted and conveyed to the City by VIA Rail will be the subject of a separate Federal
Land Use and Transaction Approval. Transaction approval for VIA Rail is deferred.
ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION
- Alignment Map (Appendix 1)
- NCC Capital Principles (Appendix 2)
- OLRT Negotiating Mandate – dated October 25 2012, prepared by the NCC (Appendix 3)
- ACPDR minutes of meeting Dec 13 2012 (Appendix 4)
- Sketches showing PWGSC Lands (Appendix 5)
- Sketches showing PCA Lands (Appendix 6)
EXTERNAL DOCUMENTS THAT WILL ALSO FORM PART OF THIS APPROVAL
- Preliminary Design Documents, prepared by Rideau Transit Group (RTG) on behalf of the City of Ottawa
Rail Implementation Office, presented to the ACPDR on December 13 2012
- Provincial Environmental Project Report, Downtown Ottawa Transit Tunnel: Tunney’s Pasture to Blair
Station via a Downtown Tunnel, prepared by Delcan Corporation for the City of Ottawa, dated June 2010,
approved by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment in August 2010
- Federal Environmental Assessment Screening Report, Downtown Ottawa Transit Tunnel: Tunney’s
Pasture to Blair Station including a Downtown Tunnel, prepared by Delcan Corporation for the City of
Ottawa, dated July 2012, approved by Parks Canada, Public Works and Government Services Canada, the
National Capital Commission and Transport Canada in July 2012
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ANALYSIS
The Proposal is partially located on NCC and other Federal lands under the jurisdiction of Public Works
and Government Services Canada, Parks Canada Agency, and VIA Rail, and is subject to NCC review
and Approval in accordance with the National Capital Act.
• The Proposal partially affects National Interest Land Mass (NILM) considered essential to the
functioning and experience of Canada's Capital; specifically Bronson escarpment, Confederation
Boulevard, Rideau Canal and Rideau River.
• The alignment of the guideway is mostly located within the existing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) right of
way. All options were examined to avoid and minimize impacts on Federal lands.
• The Proposal is compatible with the policies of the 1999 NCC Plan for Canada’s Capital.
• The Proposal is compatible with the 2005 NCC Core Area Sector Plan by establishing “a sustainable
urban transportation system serving residents and visitors throughout the Core Area and National
Capital Region, as a national model, focused on moving people and the provision of alternative travel
modes to the private automobile”.
• The Proposal does not compromise or affect the visual integrity and Symbolic primacy of the National
Symbols nor does it encroach in the protected view corridors identified in the 2007 NCC Canada’s
Capital Views Protection document.
• The Proposal is compatible with the 2011 Architectural Design Guidelines for the OLRT project
developed by Capital Transit Partners (CTP) on behalf of RIO with the input of NCC staff and reviewed
by ACPDR.
• The Proposal is compatible with the ‘Capital Principles’ defined in December 2010 and listed in the
previous section of this document.
• The architectural design of the stations is innovative while compatible with the character and
significance of the public space and urban setting at each location. The concepts include durable
materials, high quality building envelopes, recognition of solar and wind exposure and orientation,
access to natural light and integration of natural landscape elements.
• The Proposal satisfies the CAN/CSA-B651 Universal Accessibility Standard.
• The sustainability goals for the Proposal have been outlined in the ‘Draft Sustainability Plan’ developed
by the City of Ottawa’s Sustainability Group, CTP and RIO as part of the preliminary engineering for
the OLRT. The ‘Draft Sustainability Plan’ will guide the contractor to develop a comprehensive
‘Sustainability Plan’ as part of the ‘Environmental Management Plan’ for the OLRT.
• Part of the lands affected by the Proposal are subject to four (4) legacy agreements between the NCC
and the Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton and the City of Ottawa. These include:
a. West Transitway Agreement dated December 28, 1984 between the National Capital Commission
and the Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton (now the City of Ottawa);
b. Southeast Transitway and Central Area Transitway Southeast Approaches agreement dated
December 28, 1984 between the National Capital Commission and the Regional Municipality of
Ottawa-Carleton;
c. LeBreton Flats Master Agreement dated March 28th, 1996 between the National Capital
Commission, the Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton and the Corporation of the City of
Ottawa which was amended by the Amending Agreement to the LeBreton Flats Master Agreement
dated November 8th, 1999; and
d. Subdivision Agreement dated March 6th, 2006 between Claridge Homes (Lebreton Flats) Inc., the
City of Ottawa and the National Capital Commission (only with respect to obligations between the
City and the NCC)
Outstanding obligations from these agreements will be addressed through the Transfer Agreement
identified in the October 12, 2012 Memorandum of Understanding (the MOU) between the NCC and
the City of Ottawa for OLRT transactions.
•
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•
The potential for pre-contact archaeological resources in the Federal lands affected by the Proposal is
low.
• A Provincial Environmental Assessment (EA) prepared under the terms of the Ontario Environmental
Assessment Act has been completed as described in the Submitted/Attached Documentation section of
this document.
• A Federal Environmental Assessment (EA) prepared pursuant to the Canadian Environmental
Assessment Act (CEAA) has been completed as described in the Submitted/Attached Documentation
section of this document.
• The NCC has participated in the technical evaluation of the three pre-qualified bidders (consortia)
between January and November 2012, through the Design Consultation Process and associated Design
Presentation Meetings (DPMs) led by Infrastructure Ontario (the City’s Commercial Procurement Lead
for the project), by providing feedback with regard to compliance of their Design Development with the
NCC Capital Principles and with the general standards established in the Indicative Design. This
technical evaluation was one of three bid evaluation pools (i.e. financial performance, technical quality,
and maintenance quality) which have formed the basis for City staff’s recommendation of the First
Negotiations (winning) Proponent.
• The Proposal responds to the comments and advice received from the NCC staff, the ACPDR, the
National Arts Centre (NAC), VIA Rail, Parks Canada and Public Works and Government Services
Canada.
• The Proposal received strong support from the NCC Advisory Committee on Planning, Design and
Realty on December 13 2012.
• The Proposal was presented to the Council of the City of Ottawa on December 19 2012 obtaining
unanimous approval.
• The NCC will continue to monitor compliance with the NCC Capital Principles and consistency with the
Preliminary Design being approved hereby subject to the Conditions in this document, as the Proposal is
further developed for construction.
Level of approval : 3
LIST OF BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS
Sector Plans:
Long term vision plans:
- 2005 NCC Core Area Sector Plan
- 1999 NCC Plan for Canada’s Capital
- 2007 NCC Canada’s Capital View Protection
- Horizons 2067 (PFCC)
- Interprovincial Transit Integration Strategic
Planning Study
- 2005 Strategic Transportation Initiative for
Canada’s Capital Region
- 2009 NCC Environmental Strategy
- Urban Lands Master Plan
- 2006 Pathway Network for Canada’s Capital –
Strategic plan (NCC, City)
- 2006 LeBreton Flats Master Concept Plan
- 1996 LeBreton Flats Master Agreement
- 1984 Southeast Transitway Agreement 1984
- 1995 NCC Commercial Signage Guidelines for the
Capital Core
Site-specific Guidelines:
- 2011 Architectural Design Guidelines for the OLRT project developed by Capital Transit Partners
(CTP) on behalf of RIO
- NCC Capital Principles (attached in Appendix 3)
BACKGROUND
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Presentations to ACPDR:
- March 3, May 5-6, August 25, and October 6, 2011 – Indicative Design of stations on federal lands.
- December 13 2012 - Preliminary Design of the City of Ottawa OLRT Stations on federal lands
NCC Letter of Endorsement for the City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit Project from Tunney’s Pasture to
Blair Station, dated Feb 6 2012
NCC Board of Directors Approvals:
- April 6 2011 – Alignment
- April 18 2012 – Revised Alignment
- June 29 2012 – Guiding Capital Principles
- September 29 2012 – Transactions and MOU for Legacy Agreements resolution and February 2013
License of Occupation
- January 23 2013 - Preliminary Design of the City of Ottawa OLRT Stations on federal lands (Subject to
Board approval)
National Interest Land Mass (NILM): Yes
Archaeological Potential: Low
Federal and Provincial Environmental Assessment Required and provided: Yes
APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The following conditions are to be read in conjunction with the OLRT Negotiating Mandate – dated
October 25 2012 attached in Appendix 3
1.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
A set of general conditions is presented below to frame the nature, terms and limits of this Approval of the
OLRT project.
1.1
This Approval is for, and limited to, the Federal Land Use, Preliminary Design and Transaction for
the Design and Construction of the OLRT project including the scope of work for the alignment of the
guideway; the stations (Tunney’s Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman and Train) and related
infrastructure on Federal lands as shown in the preliminary design documents .
1.2
The Proponent is to evolve the Preliminary Design in consultation with NCC staff and is to achieve
final Developed Design that is responsive to the comments of NCC staff and of the ACPDR (copy of
minutes attached in Appendix 4), to the satisfaction of the NCC Vice-President, Capital Planning and
Environmental Management.
1.3
All changes, deletions and additions to the Preliminary Design of the Proposal contained in the
documents listed in the preliminary design documents and subject to the amendments attached in
Appendix 3 and conditions contained herein. Any such changes must be submitted to the NCC Vice
President Capital Planning and Environmental Management for prior review and, when satisfactory,
approval, and this prior to construction.
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1.4
The Proponent is to implement the Design Amendments to the Proposal to the satisfaction and at no
cost to the NCC in accordance with the recommendations listed on the OLRT Negotiating Mandate –
dated October 25 2012, prepared by the NCC.
1.5
The Developed Design (DD) of the Proposal will be subject to review and subsequent Federal Design
Approvals by the NCC at 60%DD and at 90%DD. Complete sets of Developed Design Documents
(see section below) are to be provided to the NCC by the Proponent for review and, when satisfactory
to the NCC, for approval and this prior to construction of the works which are the subjects of DD .
1.6
The NCC, in approving any plans, drawings and/or specifications, is not making any representations,
nor is the NCC undertaking any responsibility of engineering, architectural or landscape architectural
nature; the Proponents and the Contractor hereby assuming all such liability and risk.
2.
LAND USE AND DESIGN CONDITIONS
The conditions below provide guidance to the Proponent for the subsequent phases of Design Development
of the OLRT project and identify the information required by the NCC for the Design Review moving
forward towards the 60% DD and 90% DD Approvals.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
2.1
The Proponent is to prepare and provide for NCC review and, when satisfactory, Approval: two
complete sets of Developed Design Documents (full size hard copies and PDF) at 60% DD and
90%DD for all works on federal lands including but not limited to the stations, the guideway and
portals, the bridges, the roadways and pathways, mechanical and electrical equipment, civil works,
landscape, fencing, signage, lighting, exterior furnishing, public art, together with samples of all
exterior building and landscape materials and finishes.
The DD Documents are to include:
The information below is required for the analysis and Design Review of the OLRT project.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Context plan (scale 1:1000).
Site plan (scale 1:500) showing property lines, setbacks and easement lines, benchmarks and
construction limits.
Architectural Drawings (scale 1:100) including but not limited to floor plans, lighting and
reflected ceiling plans, sections, elevations indicating finish materials, details including all
exterior envelope sections (scale 1:50, 1:20 and 1:10), 3D renderings, specifications and
labelled samples of all finish materials.
Noise and Vibration Monitoring Reports for sensitive receivers on federal lands.
Landscape Drawings including plans (scale 1:100) and details (scale 1:20 and 1:10) showing
grading paving, planting, drainage, lighting, fencing, Catenary line and posts, water features,
urban furniture, exterior lighting skylights, interpretation elements, snow plow protection
markers, tree preservation areas and plans for tree removals and relocation of monuments and
light standards. The Landscape Documents shall also include specs for maintenance of
landscaped areas.
Interior and Exterior Signage Drawings including location plans (scale 1:500), elevations
(scale 1:50) and details (scale 1:20 and 1:10).
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g.
h.
i.
j.
Structural Engineering Drawings including system descriptions, sizing of structural members,
design of connections and construction specifications for all structures exposed to view.
Road, Bridges and elevated guideway Drawings (scale 1:500), including but not limited to
plans sections and elevations with indication of new and existing grades, ROW’s, clearances,
lighting and signage.
Description and location of Mechanical and Electrical equipment.
Sustainability Plan and performance criteria.
The information below is required to assess temporary and permanent implications on federal lands and
associated interests resulting from the implementation of the OLRT project.
k.
l.
m.
n.
o.
p.
q.
r.
s.
Civil Drawings (scale 1:500) including but not limited to: soil treatment; earthworks
(excavation, mining, grading); and all site infrastructure (storm sewers, gas lines, hydro and
communication lines).
Staging Plans for demolition, excavation, mining and construction including Staging brief,
schedules and drawings (scale 1:500) showing construction limits, access locations, storage
areas, staging areas, stockpile areas, construction parking areas.
Temporary construction plans and schedules including temporary construction brief and
drawings (1:500 and 1:200).
Hoarding and fencing Plans including Hoarding brief, schedules and drawings (scale 1:500).
Demolition and Construction Waste Management Plan (for information).
Traffic Management Plans including but not limited to routing of trucks, vehicular and cycling
traffic, detours designations, temporary bus routing and temporary traffic stops.
Temporary and permanent relocation plans for City Traffic Equipment i.e. Traffic Lights and
Controllers.
Temporary signage.
Schedules for all works.
The information below is required to assess the environmental implications resulting from the
implementation and operationalization of the OLRT project.
t.
u.
v.
w.
x.
2.2
Federal and Provincial EA Mitigation Monitoring Records.
Environmental Management Plan.
Storm Water Management Plans.
Soil erosion and sediment control Plans.
Tree Mitigation Plans.
A complete set of ‘as built’ drawings (format paper and PDF) is to be prepared and submitted by the
Proponent to the NCC after completion of works.
DESIGN
2.3
The Proponent is to evolve the Design of the OLRT project with structural autonomy that ensures no
physical implications for adjacent NCC or other federal lands.
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2.4
The Proponent is to evolve the Design of the OLRT stations with provision for adequate future
connections to adjacent facilities, ensuring efficient, seamless and comfortable transfer of passengers
in support of Transit Oriented Development.
2.5
Any intervention that affects heritage assets is to be guided by the Standards and Guidelines for the
Conservation of Historic Places in Canada, both during the Design Development and the construction
phase.
2.6
The NCC recommends that well-timed site visits by the OLRT lead design architect be made to the
construction site during the execution of the works, and that a schedule for these site visits be
included in the OLRT Construction Documents.
2.7
An integrated Public Art proposal is to be developed and implemented for the OLRT project by the
Proponent in consultation with the NCC.
2.8
The NCC recommends that the advice of the OLRT lead design architect be sought by the Proponent
during the design development of the integrated Public Art proposal.
2.9
All Construction Documents and built work must satisfy the requirements of all regulatory authorities
having jurisdiction over the Proposal or parts thereof.
2.10 All Construction Documents and built work must conform to the CAN/CSA-B651 Universal
Accessibility Standard.
SIGNAGE
2.11 The exterior signage proposal shall be developed by the Proponent for the station buildings and retail
areas of the OLRT to a design complementary to the contemporary nature of the architecture, respect
the character and scale of the streetscapes and respond to their visibility from adjacent public and
symbolic spaces preserving the visual integrity of the urban settings. The design shall comply with the
NCC commercial signage guidelines. Text is to appear in both official languages. Exterior signage is
not permitted above the ground floor level. Backlit signage, billboard signage and digital signage are
not permitted outside or visible from outside. Third party advertising is not permitted outside or
visible from the outside.
LIGHTING
2.12 The design of exterior and interior lighting of the stations and the guideway are to be developed by
the Proponent in consultation with the NCC; under sustainable principles, be responsive to their
specific Capital location, long range visibility, contribution to the public realm and place making. The
lighting design shall be an integral part of the architecture, shall highlight its special features, reflect
the hierarchy of elements and ensure that the lighting treatment of entrances and retail areas is
coordinated and harmonious.
2.13 All exterior lighting fixtures and all interior lighting fixtures located underneath skylights must be full
cut-off.
2.14 The colour temperature of exterior illumination devices and all interior lighting devices visible from
the outside must be to the satisfaction of the NCC.
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2.15 Landscape lighting should be used to enhance safety and security on site, to provide adequate lighting
for night time activities, to be inviting and promote the use of exterior spaces, and is to be consistent
with NCC-City of Ottawa lighting guidelines. Light fixtures and lamps should be selected to meet the
objectives of the design intent, true colour rendition, durability, energy efficiency and ‘full cut-off’.
LANDSCAPE
2.16 The landscape Design of the Proposal including the Stormwater Management Plans which are an
essential component of site design is to be further developed by the Proponent in consultation with the
NCC.
3.
CONSTRUCTION CONDITIONS
The conditions below are provided to guide the Proponent during project implementation.
3.1
The Proponent is to provide and install construction hoarding in a location and to a design satisfactory
to the NCC. The boundaries of the construction sites must be fenced at all times. No use or access will
be permitted to adjacent NCC lands without the express Approval by the NCC.
3.2
The Proponent is to maintain the hoarding in a good condition of repair at all times, poster and
graffiti-free, to the satisfaction of the NCC. The Proponent is to remove or repair any surfaces which
have been damaged or subject to graffiti without delay.
3.3
The Proponent is to provide and install adequate construction signage in a location and to a design
satisfactory to the NCC, to advise site users of the project. All signage is to be bilingual. Third party
advertising is not permitted.
3.4
Tree removal is to be kept to the minimum required to implement the Proposal. The area cleared for
construction activities shall extend no more than 6 meters from the outside of new buildings and
structure faces unless otherwise indicated in the drawings.
3.5
Protective snow fencing must be installed to secure the periphery of zones of tree preservation and is
to be kept in good condition at all times. The zones of tree preservation are to be kept free of any
circulation, use and storage at all times during construction.
3.6
Existing trees (including crown, trunk and root system) in proximity or vulnerable to damage by the
proposed works, must be protected during all stages of work. No material, construction equipment or
vehicles are to be stored under the drip-line of trees at any time. Trees are to be protected and watered
regularly as required by standard horticultural practice during the construction period.
3.7
The Proponent is to remove any surplus component of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) that is no longer
required for the operation of the OLRT including but not limited to layup facilities, roadways,
underground utilities, lighting, fencing and signage and to reinstate the lands to their original
conditions unless otherwise indicated in the DD Documents, all without cost to the NCC.
3.8
Construction storage on NCC or other Federal lands shall be limited to the implementation of the
OLRT project and must be contained within the construction boundaries in accordance with the City’s
Property Request Plans (PRPs) that NCC has endorsed through the MOU and as per Hoarding Plans
at all times.
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3.9
NCC recreational pathways are to remain open to public use to the extent possible during
construction. Temporary signage indicating detours shall be provided if pathway closures are
required.
3.10 The Proponent shall notify the NCC in writing of road closures that affect NCC lands during
construction one week in advance
3.11 The Proponent is to reinstate to their original conditions unless otherwise indicated in the DD
Documents and at the Proponent’s expense, all NCC lands, roadways, pathways and assets affected
by the implementation of the OLRT project within six (6) months of subsequent completion of work
carried out thereon.
3.12 The Proponent is to prevent damage to all NCC lands, and assets located outside the boundary of
work of the Proposal. The Proponent will repair at the Proponent’s expense and without delay, all
damage to NCC lands and assets outside the boundaries of the Proposal caused by the construction
and warrantee-related works of the Proposal, to the satisfaction and without cost to the NCC.
3.13 The Proponent is to develop the engineering and construction solution for tunnelling into the Bronson
escarpment to:
a.
Ensure minimal disturbance to the escarpment wall and its stability;
b.
Ensure minimal disturbance to the Bronson Park located atop of the escarpment;
c.
Ensure complete restatements of all lands affected by the implementation of the Proposal
including but not limited to staging areas and temporary detours areas and complete
reinstatement of the escarpment wall;
d.
Ensure complete reinstatement of the existing conditions of the Commissioner Street roadway
including right of way width, capacity, grades and landscape.
3.14 In addition to the conditions above, the Proponent is to ensure the safety, security and integrity of
federal lands affected by the implementation of the OLRT project.
3.15 All work must be completed and maintained to the satisfaction of, and without cost to the NCC, in
accordance with all NCC approved plans and documents. The contact for this is matter is Isabel
Barrios, Senior Architect, Design and Land Use, 613-239-5793;
4.
STATION SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
LeBreton/ Bronson Escarpment
4.1
This Approval is temporary in nature for the architectural envelope (vertical and horizontal) of the
LeBreton Station (east and west of Booth St Bridge) and the landscape component located south of
the guideway. The NCC reserves the right to approve future developments directly adjacent and
above the station and guideway for the implementation of the LeBreton Flats Master Concept Plan
(February 2006) which may require the partial or complete removal of the station envelope and the
south side landscape, at NCC’s discretion. Removal of the south landscape will be at the City’s
expense.
4.2
The NCC will retain ground and air rights as deemed necessary by the NCC to implement the
LeBreton Flats Master Concept Plan (February 2006), including but not limited to pedestrian bridge
connections and structures to cross over the LRT guideway.
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4.3
The Booth Street Bridge is to be designed by the Proponent to:
a.
Accommodate the requirements for the implementation of the LeBreton Flats Master Concept
Plan (February 2006);
b.
Match the existing grade at the intersection with Fleet Street and the new grades at
O’Donoghue Street and ensure fully functional road intersections;
c.
Provide sufficient clearances for pedestrians and cyclists on future east-west pathways that will
be located on the north and south sides of and immediately adjacent to the open aqueduct
underneath the bridges;
4.4
The Proponent is to restore at the Proponent’s expense the south bank of the open aqueduct east of
Booth Street including the stone wall and the landscape treatment with the same quality and finish
materials of the existing portion west of Booth Street.
4.5
The Proponent is to collaborate with the NCC to assess and address the impacts of the Combined
Sewage Storage Tunnel (CSST), including any modifications that may be required to odour control
and ancillary facilities and structures on a comprehensive basis in order that transit-integrated and
oriented development potential can be maximized in this area.
4.6
The Proponent is to protect the open aqueduct, walls, bridges and vegetation during construction of
the OLRT project, to the satisfaction and without cost to the NCC.
Rideau Canal Area
4.7
The civil, architectural and engineering methods for the construction of the guideway tunnel, the
station platform and the station entrances and all related infrastructure above or below ground or in
proximity to Confederation Square and National War Memorial, the Rideau Canal, the National Arts
Centre (NAC) and the Government Conference Centre (GCC) are to be developed by the Proponent
in consultation with the NCC and are to ensure:
a.
Preservation of the physical integrity of these four assets and their respective Character
Defining Elements, as defined by the Federal Heritage Building Review Office (FHBRO) and
the National Historic Site and Monuments Board (NHSMB).
b.
Preservation of the operational integrity of these four assets including but not limited to:
i.
Navigability of the Rideau Canal
ii. Operation of the Rideau Canal skateway
iii. Operation of the NAC within the Noise and Vibration thresholds identified in the Federal
Environmental Assessment during construction and in perpetuity during the operation of
the OLRT project. This also includes the schedules for construction of the OLRT project
in proximity to the NAC.
iv. Operation of the Government Conference Centre (GCC) within the Noise and Vibration
thresholds satisfactory to PWGSC during construction and in perpetuity during the
operation of the OLRT project. This also includes the schedules for construction of the
OLRT project in proximity to the GCC.
v. Commemoration and Events held at Confederation Square, Confederation Boulevard,
Confederation Park, the Rideau Canal, the Parliamentary Precinct.
vi. Minimal surface disturbance. Cut and cover is not permitted between and including
Confederation Square and 30 meters east and west of the Rideau Canal.
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vii. Unimpeded service road access and pathway connections between Somerset Street and
the Ottawa River, including, but not limited to, access to and from the National Arts
Centre (NAC), the Rideau Canal, tourist boat docks, the Ottawa Locks and the Bytown
Museum.
viii. Compliance with the security requirements of the RCMP.
ix. Compliance with the recommendations to be provided by Parks Canada, PWGSC,
FHBRO, the NAC and the NCC staff.
4.8
The Government Conference Centre loading dock and access ramp are to be maintained operational
during the construction of the OLRT project. This includes an easement area adjacent to the east face
of the GCC building that is to be widened from the existing 7.5m to 10m in width, can not be
encroached by the staging of the OLRT project.
4.9
Access to the Plaza Bridge underground utility rooms and barracks for the Governor General’s foot
guards is to be maintained operational during the construction of the OLRT project.
4.10 Rideau Station entrances at the Rideau Centre require NCC approval for any intervention on the
exterior of the Rideau Centre building including architecture signage and lighting. The Proponent is to
submit the corresponding DD Documents as per Submission Requirements listed above (Section 2)
5.
MAINTENANCE CONDITIONS
The conditions below define the Proponent’s responsibilities to ensure the ongoing experiential quality,
throughout the operational lifespan of the OLRT system, commensurate with the significance of Canada’s
Capital Region as seat of Government.
5.1
The Proponent shall develop and submit to NCC a complete Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED)-based Maintenance and Rehabilitation Plan for the components of
the OLRT on federal lands, to the satisfaction and at no cost to the NCC.
5.2
All installations and infrastructure retained and introduced as part of the Proposal are to be maintained
by the Proponent or the OLRT operator at no cost to the NCC, during the entire construction period
and in perpetuity according to the CPTED based Maintenance Plan
5.3
Clear graffiti-resistant coating is to be applied to all porous opaque surfaces including but not limited
to concrete and stone that are reachable to tag.
5.4
The Proponent is to remove all graffiti from the OLRT installations within a period of 48 hours from
detection.
5.5
All plant material retained and introduced as part of the Proposal are to be maintained by the
Proponent or the OLRT operator at no cost to the NCC, during the entire construction period and in
perpetuity, in order to ensure the greening, the healthy appearance and the full implementation and
maturity of the planting plan. Dead or damaged branches, and/or dead plant material are not permitted
at any time. The Proponent will ensure the maintenance of all plant material in accordance with
standard horticultural practice and the replacement of dead or diseased material at the earliest possible
time. This maintenance will be carried out on a regular basis, in all seasons, every year.
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5.6
6.
No tree, shrub and brush clearing shall take place during the migratory bird nesting season between
April 1st and August 15 of each year.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
6.1
All mitigation measures identified in the Provincial Environmental Project Report, Downtown Ottawa
Transit Tunnel: Tunney’s Pasture to Blair Station via a Downtown Tunnel, prepared by Delcan
Corporation for the City of Ottawa, dated June 2010, approved by the Ontario Ministry of the
Environment in August 2010, must be implemented.
6.2
All mitigation measures identified in the Federal Environmental Assessment Screening Report,
Downtown Ottawa Transit Tunnel: Tunney’s Pasture to Blair Station including a Downtown Tunnel,
prepared by Delcan Corporation for the City of Ottawa, dated July 2012, approved by Parks Canada,
Public Works and Government Services Canada, the National Capital Commission and Transport
Canada in July 2012, must be implemented.
6.3
The Proponent must report any modifications to the approved OLRT alignment and/or design to the
NCC. If required, the NCC will coordinate with the relevant federal responsible authorities the
prescription of adaptive management measures to address unanticipated environmental effects.
6.4
In the event of a spill (fuel or other pollutant), the Proponents/Contractor must stop work, contain the
spill preventing migration into a greater area and contact immediately the Spills Action Centre of the
Ministry of Environment Ontario: 1-800-268-6060. The Proponent/Contractor must report spill
occurrences on federal lands to the NCC Emergency Communication Service, Telephone: 613239-5353. Following these steps, appropriate disposal of the contaminated soils at a licensed disposal
facility is required.
7.
HERITAGE AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONDITIONS
7.1
8.
If any vestiges of early human occupancy of the land are uncovered during construction, all
construction activities must be suspended and Ian Badgley, NCC Archaeologist, NCC Heritage
Program must be contacted immediately at 613-239-5751 or [email protected].
MONITORING CONDITIONS
In order to ensure the successful implementation of the OLRT project a set of conditions are provided
below to define the Proponent’s responsibilities throughout the Design and Construction process.
8.1
Monitoring of all conditions of this Preliminary Design Approval during the subsequent phases of
Design Development and Construction is the responsibility of the Proponent or any other person
acting on behalf of the Proponent and notified to the NCC in writing by the Proponent. The
Proponent’s representative at the time of the writing of this approval is the Director of the City of
Ottawa’s Rail Implementation Office.
8.2
The Proponent consents that NCC representatives may visit the site at any time. NCC staff will
notify the Proponent in advance of a site visit.
8.3
The Proponent must advise the NCC when all works are completed and confirm in writing to the
NCC that all the conditions of this Approval have been met.
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8.4
9.
The Proponent is to arrange a site visit that includes the NCC staff after completion and before
operation of the OLRT project.
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION
9.1
The NCC Director, Real Estate Management, will negotiate and conclude the property transactions in
accordance with the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the NCC and the
City of Ottawa on October 12, 2012 and in accordance with this approval. The NCC must also ensure
that, as part of the conveyance of any interests in its lands, any air rights that NCC may elect to
reserve above any part of NCC lands as provided for in the MOU are implemented. The contact for
this matter is Chantal Miner at 613-239-5058 or [email protected].
9.2
In the event there is a change to the built infrastructure resulting in any interests or portion of the
lands conveyed by the NCC being no longer required at anytime after the final conveyances are done
and registered, the Transfer Agreement will provide for a right for the benefit of the NCC, to reacquire the said interests or lands at the cost and value as originally conveyed to the City for the
project.
10. LAND ACCESS PERMIT
A Land Access Permit is not required as access to NCC lands for works will be provided through the
License of Occupation issued under the MOU. Any questions about access to NCC lands are to be
addressed to an NCC Land Manager. The contact for this is Michael Muir at 613-239-5172 or
[email protected].
The National Capital Commission appreciates the co-operation on this Proposal of the Rail Implementation
Office, Infrastructure Ontario, Capital Transit Partners, Public Works and Government Services Canada,
Parks Canada, VIA Rail and OC-Transpo. If you have any questions or require further clarification please
contact Isabel Barrios, NCC Senior Architect Design and Land Use at 613-239-5793.
ACCESS TO INFORMATION ACT
The Proponent acknowledges and understands that the NCC is subject to the provisions of the Access to
Information Act and may, as a result of a request under that Act, be required to release this Approval, or
any other documents arising out of, or related to, this Approval.
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE (NCC)
_______________________________
Jean-François Trépanier, CA
Chief Executive Officer
___________________
DATE
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c.c. :
Ethel Craft, Coordinator, Strategic Support, RIO, City of Ottawa
Fred Gaspar, Federal Approvals and Environmental Management
Marco Zanetti, Real Estate Transactions and Development, NCC
Chantal Miner, Chief, Property Transactions and Development
Michael Muir, Land Manager, NCC
Isabel Barrios, Senior Architect, Design and Land Use, NCC
Martin Barakengera, Senior Land Use Planner, NCC
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APPENDICIES
The documents and drawings attached and listed in the Appendices below are to be read with and form part
of this NCC Approval.
APPENDIX
TITLE
DATE
PREPARED BY
Appendix 1
(attachment)
MAP OF THE
ALIGNMENT
MAR 23 2012
RIO
Appendix 2
(list)
NCC CAPITAL
PRINCIPLES
xx
NCC
OCT 25 2012
NCC
11
13
12
15
14
16
18
17
111
Appendix 3
(attachment)
19
OLRT NEGOTIATING
MANDATE
112
110
113
Appendix 4
(attachment)
ACPDR MINUTES OF
MEETING
DEC 13 2012
NCC
Appendix 5
(attachment)
SKETCHES OF PWGSC
LANDS (2)
JUNE 2012
RIO
Appendix 6
SKETCHES OF PARKS
CANADA LANDS (2)
APRIL 2012
RIO
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115
116
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119
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Appendix 2 – Capital Principles
The following Capital Principles were identified to the City of Ottawa as priority
elements to be addressed and benchmarked throughout development of the LRT project
throughout the various approval stages for the design of stations on federal lands.
CAPITAL PRINCIPLES
The following Capital Principles constitute the basis for the NCC Review of the OLRT
project. These Principles are of critical importance to the role of the Capital as they relate
to Federal lands. They were presented to the City of Ottawa at a joint meeting in
December 2010.
Compliance with federal legislative and regulatory framework (i.e CEAA, National
Capital Act)
Compliance with NCC Plans and Policies
Respect of the founding elements of the Capital, including natural and cultural
landscapes, the Parkway network, the National and World Historic Sites, and the
National Symbols by preserving their heritage value and character-defining elements
and by contributing to the communication of their cultural significance.
Quality of Planning, Design and Execution for all the components of the Proposal that
is consistent with their significance and location, and reflect best practices in the fields
of urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, sustainability,
universal accessibility and heritage conservation.
Seamless integration into the transportation and communication network within the
National Capital Region and the links it provides the Capital to international networks.
This includes the interprovincial and intermodal transit systems, the parkways and the
pathways networks.
Experiential Quality and efficiency of the system in terms of connectivity, linkages
and Capital arrivals.
Effective and efficient public transit service to Capital Settings and Capital
Destinations including the Parliamentary Precinct, National Cultural Institutions,
Capital Waterways as well as federal employment sites.
Preservation or enhancement of Capital venues for programming, interpretations and
commemorations.
Adherence to Planning principles that secure the potential for Transit Oriented
Developments (TOD) on NCC lands where applicable, including the design of
stations’ footprints and the provision for air and ground rights for integration into
future developments.
Efficient and sensible use of federal lands required for construction staging and
temporary operations and application of necessary mitigation measures to reduce
visual and functional impacts particularly within the Core Area; with special
consideration to mayor Capital celebrations and events such us Canada Day and
Winterlude and to the anticipated festivities for the celebration of 150th anniversary of
Confederation in 2017.
Minimization of the use of federal lands for municipal infrastructure, including bus to
LRT transfer areas, transit vehicle storage areas, ancillary uses.
These Principles were confirmed in a letter sent t the City of Ottawa In February, 2012,
as part of a limited professional endorsement of the substantive elements of the designs
that had been presented to ACPDR and confirmed with the NCC in a set of drawings
submitted in October, 2011. That letter was accompanied by a set of station and systemspecific conditions that are likely to undergo further refinement.
Insofar as the conditions associated with the stations are likely to change in response to
further design iterations, it is these key principles which will anchor staff analysis and
review of the project designs to be brought forward for approval in 2013.
APPENDIX 3/ANNEXE 3
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Excerpt of the Minutes of the
Extrait du procès-verbal du
Advisory Committee
on Planning, Design and Realty
Comité consultatif
de l’urbanisme, du design et de l’immobilier
Meeting of December 13, 2012
Séance du 13 décembre 2012
2012-P18e - City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit
(OLRT) Project from Tunney’s Pasture to
Blair Station – Stations Concept Designs (C)
(OLRT) Project from Tunney’s Pasture to Blair
Station – Stations Concept Designs (C)
The committee has not approved these minutes yet.
Le comité n’a pas encore adopté ce procès-verbal.
Isabel Barrios informed the members of the
status of the light rail transit (LRT) project since
the last meeting in August 2012. Subsequently,
Peter Busby gave his appreciation of the project’s
evolution since his involvement. Finally, Richard
Brisbin and Claudina Sula presented the concept
design for stations on federal lands, i.e. Tunney’s
Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman, and
Train. Their presentation included a narrative
explaining the rationale behind the general design
ideas.
Isabel Barrios informe les membres de l’évolution
du projet du train léger depuis la dernière
rencontre en août 2012. Par la suite, Peter Busby
donne son avis sur l’évolution du projet depuis
son implication. Pour terminer, Richard Brisbin et
Claudina Sula présentent le design conceptuel des
stations situées sur des terrains fédéraux, c.-à-d. le
pré Tunney, Bayview, LeBreton, Hurdman, et
Train. Leur exposé comporte une explication
narrative des raisons guidant l’ensemble du design
The basic design principles were supported and
there was general support for the manner in
which the kit of parts was approached. The
committee especially appreciated the design
team’s respect for the work that was done on this
project in the previous year.
On appuie les principes sous-jacents au design, et
de façon générale, la manière dont l’ensemble des
parties est abordé. Le comité démontre en
particulier son appréciation pour le respect dont a
fait preuve l’équipe de conception pour les
travaux faits sur ce projet au cours de l’année
précédente.
The members liked the comparison of the
proposed LRT system with a long civic building,
and considered it important to maintain that
notion in the future design development. The
name of “Confederation Line” was fully
endorsed as a brilliant choice and the reference to
Ottawa as the capital of a G8 country was
appreciated. The use of the words “familiar and
friendly” to define the city were found
appropriate.
Les membres aiment la comparaison du réseau de
train léger proposé avec un long édifice civique, et
estiment qu’il est important de préserver cette
notion plus tard lors de l’élaboration du design. Le
nom de « Confederation Line » est entièrement
entériné : il s’agit d’un choix brillant. On apprécie
aussi la référence à Ottawa en tant que capitale
d’un pays du G8. On estime que les mots
« familier et amical » conviennent pour définir la
ville.
The committee was pleased that the perspective
of the end user had been considered from the
beginning in the development of the various
schemes. The additional input of information
Le comité
compte de
début dans
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ACPDR 2012-12-13
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est satisfait de voir que l’on a tenu
la perspective de l’utilisateur dès le
la conception des différentes stations.
additionnel d’information provenant
CCUDI 2012-12-13
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provided by city community plans for the areas
around the future transit stations would enhance
the schemes thoroughly and would add public
benefit to the outcome.
des plans communautaires de la ville pour les
zones situées autour des futures stations de
transport en commun serait tout à fait bénéfique
pour les designs et ferait en sorte que le résultat ait
plus d’intérêt.
The energy targets that were posed by the
winning design team were challenged. A 30%
energy efficiency at the maintenance and service
facility was considered modest and should be
higher. The design team responded that it aims
for a higher percentage and that current estimates
indicated the possibility of having 37% energy
savings. The committee emphasized that
increasing the proportion of locally sourced
materials would have a high impact on the
overall energy efficiency of the project. The
LEED certification program may not be the most
appropriate for the maintenance facility.
Les objectifs énergétiques avancés par l’équipe de
design gagnante sont remis en question. Une
efficience énergétique de 30% aux installations
d’entretien et de service est considérée comme
étant trop modeste et devrait être plus élevée.
L’équipe de design répond qu’elle vise un plus
haut pourcentage et que les estimés actuels
indiquent qu’il serait possible d’atteindre des
économies énergétiques de l’ordre du 37%. Le
comité souligne que le fait d’augmenter la
proportion de matériaux locaux aurait des effets
considérables sur l’efficacité énergétique du
projet. Le programme de certification LEED
pourrait ne pas être celui qui convient le plus pour
les installations d’entretien.
The landscape portion of the project needs to be
further developed, and more detail is to be
integrated in the design (storm water
management, streetscape, etc.). The use of
natural materials in furnishings, wind screens,
etc. is commendable.
L’aménagement paysager du projet doit être
davantage élaboré et l’analyse du design doit
comporter davantage de détails (gestion des eaux
pluviales, aménagement de rue, etc.). On trouve
louable l’utilisation de matériaux naturels dans le
mobilier, les écrans, etc.
More clarity is needed on the underlying
architectural principles and the intrinsic value of
the project so that they can be respected
throughout the entire public-private partnership
process.
Il faut que les principes architecturaux sousjacents et la valeur intrinsèque du projet soient
plus clairs pour que l’on puisse s’assurer de leur
respect tout au long du processus de partenariat
public-privé.
The presence of a fairly reasonable budget and a
solid selection process for public art was
appreciated.
On apprécie qu’il y ait un budget assez
raisonnable et un processus de sélection solide
pour l’art public.
Future development opportunities in the
neighbourhood of the different stations should be
investigated. The initiatives of the City of Ottawa
in that sense were appreciated and the NCC was
encouraged to coordinate the urban design
analysis and studies for future development,
On devrait examiner les opportunités de mise en
valeur futures aux alentours des différentes
stations. On apprécie les initiatives de la Ville
d’Ottawa à cet effet et on encourage la CCN à
coordonner l’analyse du design urbain et les
études pour la mise en valeur, la volumétrie et les
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Protected A
Protégé A
Le comité n’a pas encore approuvé ce procès-verbal.
massing and linkages on the LeBreton Flats area
in relation to the new transit station.
liens futurs dans les environs des plaines
LeBreton en lien avec la nouvelle station de train
léger.
Retail in general and its potential as animator and
revenue generator should be given further
consideration.
On devrait réfléchir davantage aux opportunités
pour le commerce de détail en général et à sa
capacité d’animer les lieux et de générer des
revenus.
The Train station has more potential than
currently demonstrated. Ongoing dialogue with
Via Rail was encouraged to make the most of this
opportunity from the perspective of the public
realm, retail, linkages to the surrounding
community, and seamless transition between the
different transportation modes.
Le potentiel de la station Train est plus élevé que
cela ne l’a été démontré. Il faut continuer à
dialoguer avec Via Rail afin de maximiser cette
occasion du point vue du public, du commerce de
détail, des liens vers les quartiers environnants, et
de la transition fluide entre les différents modes de
transport.
Committee Secretary
Le secrétaire du comité
Karel Aelterman
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Ottawa Light Rail Transit (OLRT) Project
CONFEDERATION LINE
NCC Board of Directors
23 January 2013
Purpose of the Submission
• To obtain Land Use, Design and Transactions Approval for the Preliminary Design of OLRT stations on federal lands:
–Tunney’s Pasture
–Bayview
–LeBreton
–Hurdman
–Train
Subsequent Developed Design approval(s) will follow
Summary Project Description
•
•
•
Conversion of BRT to LRT from Tunney’s Pasture to Blair
12.5 kms alignment including a 2.4 km downtown tunnel 13 stations including 5 on federal lands
Key Steps 2010 - 2013
1.
December 2010 ‐ Launch meeting with City to establish working relationship and framework
March – October 2011‐ OLRT stations designs presented 4 times to ACPDR*
2.
3.
April 2011 ‐ Board approves the project alignment on federal lands (land use approval)
4.
October 2011 ‐ 30% developed design (DD) drawings submitted to NCC
5.
November 2011 ‐ informed of change of status of designs (reference to indicative)
6.
February 2012 ‐ staff limited endorsement letter for DD, subject to NCC Board approval
7.
April 2012 ‐ updated alignment approval by NCC Board
8.
January – July 2012 ‐ Design Presentation Meetings (DPMs) with proponent/City/NCC staff
9.
June 2012 ‐ Board approves guiding Capital Principles; reserves decision on concept design 10. September – October 2012 ‐ Technical Evaluation of bids by City, with NCC staff participation
11. September 2012 ‐ Board approval of transactions and MOU for Legacy Agreements resolution/ February 2013 License of Occupation
12. October 2012 ‐ NCC informed of selection of First Negotiations proponent 13. December 13 – 1st Negotiations Proponent’s Design presented to ACPDR
14. December 19 – City Council confirms Preferred Proponent status
Competing Consortiums
RIDEAU TRANSIT GROUP
•
Rideau Transit Group (RTG) – led by ACS Infrastructure
•
Ottawa Transit Partners (OTP) – led by VINCI Concessions
•
Rideau Transit Partners (RTP)– led by Bouygues Travaux Publics
Preferred Proponent
Rideau Transit Group ‐ led by ACS Infrastructure Canada Inc. – worked on 80 major global transportation projects
– completed 1,360 km of tunnel and 2,500 km of rail/mass transit worldwide
PROJECTS:
 Canada Line
 Barcelona Line
 Ankara Metro
 Seville Line
The Proposal
CONFEDERATION LINE
A Kit of Urban & Architectural elements
Systemized Design
Overview
Sustainability Plan for the Ottawa LRT
(all stations, the transit corridors and the Maintenance Facility)
 21 areas defined in the RFP by the Capital Transit Partners Sustainability Plan
 Alstom Citadis vehicle - motors are 98% efficient, regenerative braking, 98% high
efficiency permanent magnet motors
 Stations – oriented and designed along passive design strategies, high-efficiency
LED, T5/T8 lighting with appropriate controls, integrated SWM and indigenous
landscape
 Environmental Information Management Explorer (EIME) software to track
greenhouse emissions
 exhaust air heat recovery, premium efficiency fans, pumps and motors
 30% energy savings and LEED certification for MSF
 No irrigation and use of indigenous and drought tolerant plantings
 Low-flow water fixtures
 Use of recycled water in train wash
Federally Mandated Stations
CONFEDERATION LINE
Tunney’s Pasture
Station
Scott Street entrance
Tunney’s Pasture Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
Bayview Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
LeBreton Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Hurdman Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Train Station
Non-Federally Mandated Stations
CONFEDERATION LINE
DT East Station
DT West Station
Rideau Station
Rideau Station
Rideau Station
Campus Station
Lees Station
St Laurent Station
Cyrville Station
Blair Station
Next Steps
•
February 1, 2013 –License of Occupation becomes effective
• subject to the provisions of the FLUDTA • LOO to remain in force until all transfers and conveyances of real property interests and fulfillment of other obligations are completed in accordance with a transfer agreement to be entered into by the two organizations. •
2013 – Developed Design approval(s) questions
RECOMMENDATION
• THAT the site plans and preliminary design for the City of Ottawa LRT
stations on federal lands (Tunney’s Pasture, Bayview, LeBreton,
Hurdman and Train) BE APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined
below being implemented by the City of Ottawa (‘the Proponent’) or by
any agent acting on its behalf, without cost to the NCC, and to the
complete satisfaction of the NCC Vice President, Capital Planning and
Environmental Management.
• THAT the implementation of the developed design approval(s) of the City
of Ottawa LRT stations on federal lands be confirmed by the Vice
President, Capital Planning and Environmental Management, should
those designs be deemed to be consistent with – and building upon – the
preliminary design identified in this submission.

City of Ottawa Light Rail Transit Project from Tunney`s Pasture to

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