Following precipitation events in January, the City was contacted by residents about overland flow issues in the Bella Vista neighbourhood. There is site clearing work being done in the area to facilitate a vineyard. The City is working with the developer to ensure that this work meets bylaw requirements, including addressing issues that may arise during the site preparation process.
The City has been communicating with neighbouring property owners to answer questions related to the stormwater issues. Where appropriate, they have been directed to the developer to have their questions or concerns addressed. Any issues impacting adjacent properties arising from development activities are the responsibility of the developer.
As the City has directed, the developer has ceased development works until these issues are rectified, though remain active on site dealing with the runoff issues.
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