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Thames Valley Corridor Plan

Phase 1 Report

Purpose of the Plan

The purpose of the Thames Valley Corridor Plan is to develop a collaborative strategy for the Thames Valley corridor in London. This corridor is the city’s most important natural, cultural, recreational and aesthetic resource. The plan will recognize the multi-functional role of the river valley system in the City and determine how to use the corridor’s resources in a way that protects and maintains the value of the feature over the long term.

 

Potential Partners

Many organizations and individuals have an interest in the Thames valley corridor in London. Potential partners that will contribute to the strategy include:

  • heritage associations
  • community associations
  • business associations
  • recreation associations
  • environmental associations

Issues and Opportunities

Issues and opportunities will be identified by community members. Examples of potential issues and opportunities:

  • how to balance protection of the corridor with human use

  • how to balance existing natural heritage, hazard and development policies with community values and public expectations

Scope of the Plan

The scope of the study and, therefore, the boundaries of the Thames valley corridor within the City of London, will be defined by using criteria such as:

  • vistas and aesthetic views

  • existing and proposed recreational facilities

  • sensitive ecosystems

  • natural hazards such as floodplain areas and slopes

  • heritage buildings and landscapes

Plan Phases

Phase I – Consultation

Community consultation will identify process and issue considerations. A Corridor Advisory
Committee will be formed to help guide the study. The role of the Committee will be to help develop:

  • vision

  • scope

  • goals and objectives

  • criteria for the limits of the corridor
Corridor Inventory: Existing inventories and information on parks and recreation, natural and cultural heritage, and economic resources will be compiled to build a comprehensive land use inventory/ assessment that will provide the foundation of the plan.

Phase II – Integrated Plan

An integrated plan will be developed to guide decision making for:

  • recreation facilities
  • natural heritage
  • development
  • cultural heritage
  • land acquisition / disposition

Phase III – Implementation

The implementation strategy will include:

  • priorities
  • schedule
  • roles and responsibilities

For more information:

  • Upper Thames River Conservation Authority - (phone: 519-451-2800 ext. 293)

  • City of London - (phone: 519-661-2500 ext. 4655)

 

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