2_B-characterareas by miguel hincapie

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Nature Areas

Character Areas Nature Areas Function and Role Nature Areas are natural preserves and comprise the greatest proportion of University lands. The Nature Areas are fundamental to the protection and enhancement of the natural and rural setting of the campus. These lands may support compatible academic, research and recreational functions where appropriate. Location Qualities The Nature Areas generally affirm the Board approved Trent University Zone Areas of 1989. The significant modifications include the exclusion of areas along the south side of proposed Ring Road and Pioneer Road where these important frontages can be better utilized for more beneficial uses to the University. Conversely, where appropriate, additional natural areas, as proposed in the 2002 Stewardship Plan, were included as Green Buffers and Corridors. General Character Nature areas are characterized by natural or naturalizing areas consisting of woods, former farm fields, meadows, drumlins, wetlands, streams and other functions of environmental significance.

Development Principles and Objectives • Development shall be limited to the following: • Natural Laboratories • Recreational Trails • Interpretive Centres • Compatible Recreational Facilities • If an activity or development is proposed, the siting and design must be compatible with the character and functions of the immediate landscape.

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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Green Buffers & Corridors

Character Areas

Green Buffers & Corridors Function and Role Green Buffers and Corridors work in concert with Endowment Lands and Nature Areas to reinforce the natural and rural setting of the campus. They provide important green linkages between Nature Areas and serve as a transition between the Core Campus, Endowment Lands and Nature Areas. These lands also help to deﬁne & enhance the setting of the University Villages with a network of green amenity areas. Location Qualities The primary locations that have been designated for Green Buffers and Corridors include residual areas that have accessibility or topographical constraints to development; areas within the hydro electric power corridor; and, logical links between Nature Areas. The most signiﬁcant Green Buffer and Corridor area is a swath along the east side of the Core Campus that is essential to completing the “campus greenbelt” and its extent is determined by incorporating the drumlins so as to ensure that no developments occur on the University’s highest elevations and within view of the academic campus.

General Character Green Buffers and Corridors are characterized by natural and landscaped areas consisting of ﬁelds, meadows, hedgerows and drumlins as well as active and passive park land. Development Principles and Objectives • Development shall be limited to the following: • Recreational Trails • Passive and Active Recreational Open Spaces • Athletic Fields • Playgrounds • Interpretive Centres • Natural Laboratories • Storm Water Management Facilities • Special stand-alone buildings required for the support of the above uses • If an activity or development is proposed, the siting and design must be compatible with the character and functions of the immediate landscape.

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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Green Buffers & Corridors (Special Area)

Character Areas

Green Buffers & Corridors (Special Area) Function and Role The Green Buffers & Corridors (Special Area) identiﬁes an area along the Otonabee River, north of Woodland Drive, which is presently primarily Endowment Land. Though predominantly green in nature, this area provides an important opportunity for the University to realize a source of revenue through the joint development of a green power hydro electric facility with the Peterborough Utility Company. Location Qualities In the event that such a facility is to be constructed, this location was determined to be most viable from a technical and ﬁnancial stand point while having the least adverse impact on Nature Areas and the Core Campus. General Character Green Buffers and Corridors (Special Area) is characterized by a predominantly natural and landscaped setting containing facilities and a canal to permit the generation of hydro-electric power.

Development Principles and Objectives • Development shall be limited to the following: • Recreational Trails • Passive & Active Recreational Open Spaces • Athletic Fields • Playgrounds • Storm Water Management Facilities • A hydro electric canal and related facilities • Special stand-alone buildings required for the support of the above uses • If an activity or development is proposed, the siting and design must be compatible with the character and functions of the immediate landscape.

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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Core Campus

Character Areas

Core Campus Function and Role The Core Campus identifies the area associated with the primary functions of Trent University, including academic, research, student residences and recreation. Location Qualities The Core Campus identifies the existing concentration of campus functions and defines the extent of campus expansion areas as defined by the Trent University Master Plan Update (2001) and the Athletic Master Plan (2004). The area is clearly defined within the river valley, surrounded by a ridge of naturalized drumlins and a ring road. General Character The Core Campus is characterized as a compact area of distinct contemporary architecture with a variety of both interior and exterior common spaces oriented along the Otonabee River. The character shall be consistent with that envisioned in the Trent University Master Plan Update (2001).

Development Principles and Objectives • Character to be consistent with the guidelines established in the Trent University - Symons Campus Master Plan Update of February, 2001 • Development can include, but not limited to: • Academic Functions • Student Residences • Research Functions • Administrative Functions • Athletic Functions • Active and Passive Recreation • Any functions deemed to be necessary for the operations and viability of the University

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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Core Campus (Special Area)

Character Areas

Core Campus (Special Area) Function and Role Situated at a key interface between the University and the surrounding community, this gateway site provides an opportunity for redefining or invigorating Trent’s image while providing uses that can enhance campus life. Fulfilling Ron Thom’s original vision for Trent University, this development could finally provide for a social and vibrant non-academic campus focus that can include a variety of uses oriented to the university community. Furthermore, it can be a catalyst for the entire “gateway” University Village by enhancing the profile, prestige and value of the adjacent lands identified for development along Water Street. Location Qualities The Core Campus (Special Area) identifies the most visually prominent location on campus between the proposed realigned Nassau Mills Bridge and the proposed new campus entrance from Water Street. This relatively small area also corresponds to lands designated for commercial uses in the City of Peterborough Official Plan. Development of this part of the campus will ensure that both sides of Water Street are framed by uses which will further enhance the pedestrian and “village” character and the commercial viability of the proposed University Village in this location. General Character The Core Campus (Special Area) is characterized by a high quality, compact, built environment that includes an iconic gateway building and an animated gathering space for the University and surrounding community. The area will cater to both pedestrian and vehicular users and act as a compelling “face” for Trent University. Development Principles and Objectives • The architecture is to be contemporary and should seek to embody the spirit of design associated with the University’s most treasured buildings. • Uses and functions should achieve a balance with the development on the west side of Water Street, catering primarily to the University population, and not have adverse impacts on the Downtown. • Development must enable a vibrant, safe and pedestrian environment by framing, facing and animating streets and open spaces. • Development should include a “Village Square” which in concert with the buildings clearly identify the gateway to the University.

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

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University Village (Special Area)

Character Areas

University Village (Special Area) Function and Role Located primarily along the river and locations that interface between the campus and the surrounding community, these highly visible development pockets are intended to both capitalize on their location and work towards enhancing the prestige and profile of Trent University. Location Qualities All five areas identified as University Village (Special Area) are located on the University’s potentially most valuable and/or visually significant lands. The area along Water Street is currently the most commercially viable land and sits at the main entry into the Core Campus, while the sites on the “peninsula” and along the proposed Ring Road are visually connected with the campus and important to shaping Trent’s image. Two additional locations to the north-east occupy attractive sites along the river and at the approach to the Core Campus from the north. General Character A University Village (Special Area) is characterized by a compact, mixed-use and pedestrian-oriented setting that is designed to be compatible with the Trent campus and that can potentially support and enhance the quality of life for students, staff and faculty by providing a range of amenities, attractions and accommodations.

Development Principles and Objectives • The architecture is to be contemporary and should seek to embody the spirit of design associated with the University’s most treasured buildings. • Development must enable a vibrant, safe and pedestrian environment by framing, facing and animating streets and open spaces. • Development adjacent to Nature Areas, Green Buffers and Corridors should be sensitive to potential environmental impacts. • Commercial developments are to be of a scale and nature that does not compete with the core retail functions of the downtown. • Development should as much as possible encourage locally based businesses and industries. • Development should seek to maintain and incorporate signiﬁcant heritage buildings and landscapes such as hedgerows. • Hedgerows and natural features should be incorporated into open spaces that link into the larger open space network and trails. Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

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University Village (Research and Innovation)

Character Areas

University Village (Research and Innovation) Function and Role This development area is intended to support research, innovation, enterprising and related activities and industries that enhance Trent’s academic and research proﬁle, provide student employment and generate potential synergies with its close proximity to the Core Campus. Location Qualities The University Village (Research and Innovation) is located south and east of the Campus and directly adjacent to the DNA cluster. This site afﬁrms a previous proposal for a research campus and of all the Endowment Lands, this location is in closest proximity to the Core Campus, which is within easy walking distance. This development can also serve as a catalyst to the development of lands east of the Otonabee River. General Character The University Village (Research and Innovation) area is characterized by a compact, campus setting, focused around a variety of common open spaces. These spaces are designed to act as a high quality focus for the development while enhancing opportunities for interaction between researchers, faculty & students.

Development Principles and Objectives • The site should be organized in a campus pattern centred on open spaces and linked back to the campus. • The architecture is to be contemporary and should seek to embody the spirit of design associated with the University’s most treasured buildings. • Development must enable a vibrant, safe and pedestrian environment by framing, facing and animating streets and open spaces. • Development adjacent to Nature Areas, Green Buffers and Corridors should be sensitive to potential environmental impacts. • Development should seek to maintain and and incorporate signiﬁcant heritage buildings and landscapes such as hedgerows. • Hedgrows and natural features should be incorporated into open spaces that link into the larger open space network and trails.

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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University Village (General)

Character Areas

University Village (General) Function and Role These development areas may accommodate a variety of potential uses which will depend on their timing, location and market demands. A village to the south of the campus acts as the logical extension of the Auburn North residential community. Villages to the northwest will likely extend and link existing surrounding urban areas. Villages to the east of the campus will not likely develop until the long-term. They are currently unserviced by water or sewage infrastructure from the City. Location Qualities These lands account for the most signiﬁcant amount of lands identiﬁed as appropriate for development. The “General” designation is attributed to the location of these villages at the furthest reaches of the University lands and which are generally not visually linked to the Core Campus. General Character A University Village (General) area is characterized by a compact, high quality built environments intended to achieve the “village” character and charm associated with the Trent campus.

• Development must enable a vibrant, safe and pedestrian environment by framing, facing and animating streets and open spaces. • Development adjacent to Nature Areas, Green Buffers and Corridors should be sensitive to potential environmental impacts. • Commercial developments are to be of a scale and nature that does not compete with the core retail functions of the downtown. • Development should as much as possible encourage locally based businesses and industries. • Development should seek to maintain and incorporate signiﬁcant heritage buildings and landscapes such as hedgerows. • Hedgerows and natural features should be incorporated into open spaces that link into the larger open space network and trails.

Precedent Images that Demonstrate the intended Character for this Area

Trent University - Endowment Lands Master Plan Part II: The Guiding Framework

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Parkways, Avenues and Gateways

Character Areas

Parkways, Avenues and Gateways Function and Role Parkways and Avenues are the primary roads that link the various parts of Trent’s lands. These routes will define how Trent is visually experienced by most users and visitors. Gateways define strategic sites that provide opportunities to identify Trent University and to create appealing entrances to the Core Campus. Location Qualities The location for Parkways and Avenues are consistent with the existing and proposed alignments of the Trent University Master Plan Update (2001), the Athletic Master Plan (2004) and the Memorandum of Understanding (2005). The Gateways occupy all primary entries into the Core Campus. General Character Parkways and Avenues are characterized by high quality and appealing streetscape design that is identifiable with Trent University. Parkways are where roads traverse through or adjacent to Nature Areas and Green Buffers and Corridors and are characterized by broad landscaped boulevards. Avenues are where roads serve the built areas of the University Villages and are urban in character to facilitate greater pedestrian traffic. Gateways are the primary entrances to the Core Campus University and characterized by a consistent vocabulary for signage and landscaping to identified with Trent campus.

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• Parkways should enhance the character of the open space and natural areas by utilizing soft curbs, swales, broad landscaped boulevards and centre medians. • Avenues should enhance the pedestrian environment by utilizing wider sidewalks, street trees, pedestrian lighting, furnishings, and crosswalks. • Gateways should enhance the proﬁle of the University by utilizing highly visible features that can be seen from distances on approach to the campus, as well as signage, feature lighting and distinctive landscaping.

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Part II: The Guiding Framework

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