HomeThe NCC prepares plans for federal lands in the National Capital Region. The planning process — whether at a general or specific level — begins with an identified need or problem and continues with a question. "Is preparing a plan the best possible way to address that need or problem?" If the answer is "Yes" the planning process begins. This is a method that ensures that all necessary considerations are addressed and that the interests of all stakeholders are taken into account.
An Integrated Approach
Various considerations are routinely fed into the planning process, such as:
- future needs of the Capital and the federal government
- environment (Environmental Management Framework)
- quality of life/well-being
- heritage and built environment
- transportation and accessibility
- programming and visitor activities
- municipal objectives
- feasibility
- implementation
- public participation
Commissioning and Evaluation
Each planning process ends with a "commissioning" plan that spells out who does what and when to set the project on its feet. Evaluation means looking at lessons learned.
Putting Plans to Work
The NCC examines its plans and proposals to make sure that they respect all existing federal regulations.
Partnerships
- Municipal Planning and Development Control Activities
We keep an eye on projects put forward by local governments and encourage them to coordinate with the Capital vision, and vice versa.
Regulatory Framework
- Federal Land Use, Transaction and Design Approvals
When a federal organization wants to alter a property, it comes to us to make sure that the project meshes well with current plans and that the quality of the proposed change reflects the Capital’s role in the region.
- Environmental Assessments
We look at every plan and project through an "environmental" filter and ensure environmental protection and/or mitigation measures. We also use the Environmental Management Strategy as a tool to direct our actions.
- Heritage and Archaeological Resources
We are committed to heritage preservation and apply relevant federal policies and international standards to the review of all federal properties in the Capital region.
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