The River Ridge site represents a rare opportunity to develop a significant tract of land within one of Ontario’s most desirable communities. The site’s location - proximate to major transportation corridors, residential areas, and natural amenities - positions it as a catalyst for Lakeshore’s next generation of community and economic development.
This site is currently largely unused with a small portion used as a parkette named Oakwood Park.
The nearby development of River Ridge Park has been a factor in this parkette not being frequented as much. The amenities of the parkette include a play structure and seating. The parkette itself is approximately 0.05 hectares and generally has dimensions of 35 m frontage and 17 m depth deep. The entire lot is approximately .43 hectares. The site is adjacent to low density residential development.
The site is designated residential in the Official Plan and zoned Park (P). Park zoning does not allow for any residential uses such as dwelling units and therefore a rezoning to low density residential type use would be required. It is not expected that the park has any environmental constraints given it was acquired through the parkland dedication process under the Planning Act previously when the River Ridge Subdivision was developed.
The site is accessible from Oakwood Avenue, a major east west arterial route in Lakeshore. Proximity to essential services nearby include several schools within walking distance of the site. The subdivision is largely residential, but with other nearby commercial and institutional services existing along County Road 22 to the north approximately 1.5 kilometers away.
