Further to the newly released draft provinical Flood Hazard Maps, the City of Calgary is inviting public feedback on future floodplain policies and regulations for existing and new zones. We recognize digesting the survey materials and responding is a daunting effort, thus this resource has been provided as information for members to consider as they craft their own responses. Download the PowerPoint resource: CRCAG’S RESPONSES TO THE CALGARY RIVER VALLEYS […]
TONIGHT 5-8pm Public Input Event — Flood Hazard Mapping and Development Rules
As part of a public engagement campaign, the Calgary River Valleys Project (CRVP) is hosting a series of in-person drop-in sessions and virtual events to seek feedback on floodplain policy and land use decisions.TONIGHT — Feb. 21 5 – 8 p.m.Bridgeland Community Association (917 Centre Ave NE) The Government of Alberta recently released draft updated Flood Hazard Area maps for the province. In the new approach, there are now three […]
Calgary River Valleys Project – Flood Hazard Mapping and Development Rules: PUBLIC INPUT
What’s happening? The Government of Alberta recently released draft updated Flood Hazard Area maps reflecting the latest understanding of flood risk across Alberta, and a new approach to flood hazard area zones. All flood hazard area zones are defined to reflect a 1:100 flood, which is the provincial design flood standard. Essentially, how would water flow away from a river experiencing a 1:100 year flood event? In the new approach, […]