City Projects

Capital Construction Projects

Capital Construction projects include road construction, storm and sanitary sewer projects, watermain projects, bridge projects, new sidewalks, and drainage projects. Some of these projects can be found on the Construction Project webpage.

Three Phases of a Capital Construction Project

The Capital Construction process is typically divided into 3 essential phases: Planning, Design and Approvals, and Construction. See the phases below:

Phase 1 - Project Planning

The planning phase is where the project plans are documented outlining the activities, requirements and costs associated with the project which can include: Identify infrastructure needs Identify financial resource requirements Identify project schedule Geotechnical investigations CCTV inspections of underground services Complete Municipal Class Environmental Assessments Public consultation including First Nations consultations Preliminary design and preliminary project estimate Preliminary design and preliminary project estimate Identify property requirements Assist Assembling Federal/Provincial Grant Applications

Phase 2 - Design and Approvals

The design and approvals phase grants final approvals on drawings which can include: Final engineering drawings and contract documents Utility co-ordination and relocations (hydro (2), gas telecommunications (5+)) Obtain approvals from regulatory agencies MECP (ECA's, PTTW, Species at Risk, etc.) City Approvals (Form 1 - Watermain Alterations, other departments) MNR (Ministry of Natural Resources) (Federal) Department of Fisheries and Oceans Quinte Conservation (Fill and Alteration Permit) Canadian Transportation Agency (Railway crossings) Pipeline Crossings (Trans Canada, NPL) Final Public Consultation (as necessary) Pre-tender estimate or final project estimate

Phase 3 - Construction

The construction phase may include the following: Advertise Tender and Council Award Construction Inspection certifying work is being complete per contract specifications tracking quantities daily, Contract/Project Close-out activities: Construction Lien Act Compliance reporting pre Permits Warranty period inspections and repairs "As-Constructed" drawings Becoming more Compliance Oriented: Record keeping (of traffic control, signage, etc.) to demonstrate compliance MECP reporting required per ECA's, PTTW & Species at Risk DFO reporting per permits issued City requirements for watermain revisions - Form 1 Quinte Conservation Permit reporting Pipeline Crossing inspection requirements ESA certifications for electrical woks (street lights, traffic signals, etc.) "Prompt Payment" Legislation requirements Providing info for submission / certification of grant submissions Evolving Regulatory Environment Future (2022) compliance requirements per new Soil Management Regulations enacted in December 2019 Asset management requirements

Loyalist Secondary Plan (LSP) Update

The Loyalist Secondary Plan (LSP) Update is an important next step in planning for the future of the City. The area-specific policies for the Plan will be reviewed to confirm whether they are in conformity with the most recent Official Plan update, and public consultation will be conducted to determine whether the specific needs and opportunities of those who live and work in the area have changed since the adoption of the Plan in 2010.

Corridor Study - Bell Boulevard and North Front Street

The goal of the Corridor Study is to understand the specific needs and opportunities in the study area and establish a framework that gives the City direction with regard to its current and future development as a mixed use corridor.

Official Plan Review

The Official Plan is our City's key land use document. It describes what kind of community we want to become in the future. It sets goals, objectives, and policies which guide our land use planning decisions. Everything the City does relating to land use needs to conform to the Plan. The City is currently undertaking an Official Plan Update as required by the Planning Act.

Solar Projects

The City of Belleville has entered into a 20 year partnership with the OPA (Ontario Power Authority) which will guarantee income from these projects. The projects have been developed over the past 3 years at various locations throughout the city.

Affordable Housing Initiatives

At the Housing Summit hosted by the City of Belleville, Council passed a number of resolutions and amendments to address housing issues in Belleville. Planning Staff have consolidated these motions into seven ‘action items' which are currently being undertaken. More details can be found on our Affordable Housing Initiatives page.

Zoning By-law Consolidation

The City currently has three zoning by-laws which govern land use. The purpose of the Zoning By-law Consolidation and Update is to merge the three By-laws into one and update the content to address key issues facing the City.

Infrastructure Phasing Strategy

The City is taking a proactive and coordinated approach to infrastructure planning on a sub-area basis to ensure the efficient use of land and infrastructure through preparation of an Infrastructure Phasing Strategy. This will be determined through an assessment of the issues, opportunities and gaps related to development contemplated in the Official Plan. The Infrastructure Phasing Strategy will help the City prioritize development that utilizes existing infrastructure, and identify a strategic approach to the phasing of future development to support long term growth.

With completion of the Infrastructure Phasing Strategy Background Report, an Infrastructure Phasing Policy will be developed for Council's consideration which will enhance the focused delivery of infrastructure in an efficient and sustainable manner in conjunction with the City's Capital Budgeting process and Asset Management Plan.

Traffic Calming 

A Feasibility and Economic Impact Study for the Downtown Commons lands was initiated with the intent of redeveloping the lands surrounding City Hall to create a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

• Downtown Commons Feasibility and Economic Impact Study - PDF

The study will articulate a vision for the Downtown Commons and quantify the merits of further investment on the City’s tax base and economic development, as a stimulus towards further investment in the City Centre as a whole.

With the approval of the new Official Plan and the preparation of a more modern and flexible draft comprehensive zoning by-law, the City has been preparing additional resources such as Development Guidelines and a Development Manual, enabled under Section 8.13 of the Official Plan. 

• Visit our Development Guidelines and Manual webpage for more information.