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9.3 Current 0.C,P.

In the 0.C.P., the Dominion Triangle is designated as an industrial
reserve. All lands within this area are presently zoned A-1 (Agricultural).
Development of property into any uses other than agricultural would require

rezoning and amendments to the 0.C.P.

° 4 Physical Characteristics

The entire Dominion Triangle site is low-lying and within the Pitt River
floodplain area. A 200-year standard dyke along Pitt River protects the site
against flooding. Parts of the Triangle have swamp-like conditions and there
are «w number of channels and depressions that remain wet year-round. The

western tip of the property near Dominion Avenue has been filled and developed

for commercial purposes.

Drainage throughout the site is poor as a result of flat topography and
an impermeable subsurface layer of clay. Much of the undeveloped site is
pasture with a strip of forest/shrub wetland adjacent to the dyke. These

different types of habitat support a range of wildlife and birds, including

hawks, beavers and coyotes.

Any potential development of the Dominion Triangle will require
alteration of the present natural environment. Open ditches will be replaced
by underground pipes and fill will be required in some areas for floodproofing.

To ensure that environmental issues are adequately identified, an impact
assessment was conducted to determine sensitive areas and measures for

mitigation of human activities. The results of that study have been

considered and incorporated into this Area Control Plan.