Highfield Land Management

Located south of highway 547 and west of highway 2, near Calgary, Alberta, the Aldersyde asset is comprised of approximately 1000ac of rural agricultural land within the Municipal District of Foothills. At this time, County Council has approved a terms of reference for the pursuit of an Area Structure Plan (ASP) for the lands. The ASP, once approved, will set high level policy to assist in the transition of the lands from agricultural purposes to more intense uses of residential and commercial development. - Connect neighbourhoods with larger thoroughfares - Street pattern conceived as a network - Small blocks the key to walkable place - Concentration of civic and commercial activities - Range of open spaces from tot-lots, athletic fields to commons and green - Housing that offers a diversity of sizes and style - Reduce the need for parking by increasing walkability - Sustainability – environmental protection and energy consumption Source: HLM

Located north of Yankee Boulevard in Airdrie, Alberta, the Spring Valley asset is comprised of 5 contiguous quarter sections (approx 800ac). In January of 2013, a group of developers, builders, designers, planners and engineers gathered to consider the development opportunity of Spring Valley. The sessions they attended were charrette working sessions. The group worked with a full understanding of The City’s policies, the constraints and opportunities impacting the site and the community. The objective was to establish design principles and prepare a development vision based on these principles guided by The City’s objectives for the future of new development. The following deliverables were set as key design considerations for future planning work: Selling both lifestyle and density Creating the “there” in there – community identity Variety of housing typologies – multi-generational Connectivity – transit, vehicles and pedestrians Streets designed for cars and pedestrians – safe passages to schools Way-finding – spatial recognition, directional, interpretive, regulatory Gathering spaces for different functions and programmed activities Buildings that define the public realm and create human scale Ability to maximize value and flexibility through phasing Unique selling proposition through differentiation The 5 minute walk neighbourhood – “pedestrian sheds” Corridors forming boundaries between neighbourhood (hedgerows) Connect neighbourhoods with larger thoroughfares Street pattern conceived as a network Small blocks the key to walkable place Concentration of civic and commercial activities Range of open spaces from tot-lots, athletic fields to commons and green Housing that offers a diversity of sizes and style Reduce the need for parking by increasing walkability Sustainability – environmental protection and energy consumption Source: HLM

An exciting new community vision in Rocky View County Nestled on the gateway into Bearspaw and Northwest Calgary, we find a piece of land that effortlessly connects urban amenities with an unrivaled rural residential lifestyle. The community is inspired by its breathtaking views and rolling topography that makes it a comfortable place to call home. The community is an exclusive development encapsulated by nature and spectacular views. Inspired by other Bearspaw neighbourhoods, residents will appreciate a range of quality housing types and parcel sizes, many of which back onto community pathways or take advantage of views of the Rocky Mountains. Natural features such as ponds, rolling hills and a creek that gently meanders its way into a stunning ravine and valley, are amenity spaces that will enhance resident’s connection with nature. Celebrating its agricultural and farmstead roots, neighbours are connected via natural pathways that provide a ‘walk-in-the-woods’ experience. Within the community is a thriving yet intimate Market Place with a mix of boutique and high-quality businesses and services without having to travel to the city. The design is reminiscent of a local gathering spot – where you can shop and settle in for an afternoon. The community will be a destination unto itself for residents and the broader Bearspaw community. Whether you enjoy casual walks along scenic pathways or enjoy the convenience of retail amenities, the community has it all. It’s a place where you can escape from the bustle of everyday life and enjoy nature or relax with family and friends. Source: Highfield Bearspaw