Special Plans and Projects - Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan

Project Overview

The City of Coquitlam has initiated an Official Community Plan (OCP) Update for the Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan, the first comprehensive update to this Neighbourhood Plan since it was adopted in 1989. The purpose of this work is to prepare an updated vision for the neighbourhood that will help guide change over the next 20 years.

Recent Events

Public Open House #3 (Wednesday, May 23, 2012)

The 3rd Public Open House was held on Wednesday, May 23rd, and was attended by more than 150 people.  Topics of discussion included housing choices options, new medium density housing areas, urban design guidelines and streetscape standards, parks and recreation experiences, integrated watershed management planning and heritage directions. The display panels and key maps are located below:

• Open House Display Panels
• Existing Land Use Map 
• Preferred Land Use Map
• Zoning Map
• Aerial Photo of Maillardville

Where is Maillardville?

The map below shows the boundaries of the Study Area for the Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan Update process.

• Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan Update Study Area Map 

It is important to note that the boundaries of a Neighbourhood Plan take into account many variables.  Neighbourhood plan boundaries are also informed by the need for a reasonable size (not too big; not too small), natural and built environments, public thoroughfares, topography, existing neighbourhood plan boundaries and other such characteristics of an area.

• Detailed Map with Addresses  

What will the Update Achieve?

The updated Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan will outline a vision for the area that will help guide change over the next 20 years for this important community of Coquitlam.  The planning process provides an opportunity for the community to explore and focus on:

• The social well-being of the neighbourhood;
• The creation of a range of housing choices that will be needed now and in the future to address local housing issues such as affordability and choice;
• The provision of more transportation choices. Making transit, walking and cycling easier;
• The continued development of Maillardville into a vibrant, complete neighbourhood that meets the everyday needs of local residents;
• The enhancement of the capability and attractiveness of Maillardville’s employment areas to create more jobs for Coquitlam residents;
• New opportunities to enhance parks and natural spaces.

Public Consultation

Be Part of the Plan!

We want you to get involved!  Neighbourhood participation is key to building a strong vision for the Maillardville neighbourhood so your input is critical.

The City of Coquitlam is looking for residents, businesses, property owners, and community organizations to get involved, share ideas, and help us develop a common vision for Maillardville.

To join the Maillardville email listserve, sign up here.

Past Events

Public Open House - Preferred Options

Date:     Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Time:     4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Place:     Place Maillardville, 1200 Cartier Avenue, Lower Banquet Hall

Public Talk - The Character of Maillardville Through Architecture and Urban Design

Date:     Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Time:     7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Place:     Rochester Elementary School - Library
              411 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam

Design Workshop - Fostering the Spirit of Maillardville

Date:    Saturday, February 25, 2012
Time:    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Place:    Maillardville Middle School - Lower Level
             1300 Rochester Avenue, Coquitlam

• Public Open House No. 2 - December 1, 2011 
• Public Open House No. 1 - June 24, 2009 

Related Documents & Plans

Maillardville Backgrounders

• Community Profile
• Neighbourhood Context 
• Housing in Distinct Neighbourhoods
• Transportation 
• Neighbourhood Centre Summary

City Documents

• Heritage Inventory – Maillardville (Updated 2007) 
• Maillardville Neighbourhood Centre Design Guidelines 
• Design Guidelines for New Multi-Family Residential Developments in Maillardville 
• Maillardville Streetscape & Pedestrian/Bicycle Corridor Design Guidelines 
• Laval Square Streetscape Improvement Guidelines
• Heritage Planning 

Key Project Milestones

Phase 1: Existing Neighbourhood Conditions and Site Analysis

• February 6, 2009 - Report to Council - Work Plan/Schedule and Public Consultation
• April 27, 2009 - Report to Council - Public Advisory Group Selection
• May 2009 - Newsletter #1 - Public Open House
• June 24, 2009 - Open House No .1 - Panels
• July 27, 2009 - Report to Council - Status Report

Phase 2: Updated Vision, Guiding Principles and Policy Options

• Newsletter #2 - Housing Choices Lecture and Workshop
• November 7, 2009 - Residential Housing Tour 
• November 18, 2009 – Housing Choices Presentation 
• November 21, 2009 - Housing Choices Design Workshop
• March 8, 2010 - Report to Council - Housing Choices Status Report
• June 13, 2011 - Report to Council - Proposed Work Plan and Completion Schedule
• November 2011 - Newsletter #3 - Public Open House 
• December 1, 2011 - Open House No. 2
• January 16, 2012 - Report to Council - Progress Report  

Phase 3: Preferred Land Use Concept, Policy and Design Directions

• February 6, 2012 - Urban Design Discussion Session
• February 2012 - Newsletter #4 - Public Talk & Design Workshop
• February 22, 2012 - Public Talk
• February 25, 2012 - Design Workshop  
• March 2012 - Urban Design Preferences Digital Engagement
• May 2012 - Newsletter #5 - Public Open House 

• May 23, 2012 - Public Open House #3

  • Existing Land Use Map
  • Preferred Land Use Map
  • Existing Zoning Map
  • Aerial Photo of Maillardville
• June 18, 2012 - Report to Council - Progress Update

Phase 4: Completion of the Draft Plan for Council's Consideration

• Prepare a Draft of the updated Maillardville Neighbouhood Plan
• Create Development Permit Design Guidelines
• Present Draft Neighbourhood Plan to Council (Fall 2012)

Planning & Development Department

Email: planninganddevelopment@coquitlam.ca
Phone: 604-927-3430
Fax: 604-927-3405