DS 2021-03 - Interim Control By-Law for Tourist Campgrounds – Land Use Study & Consultations

The Township of Rideau Lakes is a rural municipality of approximately 10,300 permanent residents with a large seasonal population. There are approximately 16 existing campgrounds within the Township. The Township of Rideau Lakes has recently passed an Interim Control By-Law (Attachment A of RFP) related to the establishment of new campgrounds as well as expansions to existing campgrounds within the Township. Prior to implementing the ICBL the Township hired Fotenn Consulting to conduct a background report on the topic (Attachment B of RFP).

The Township is now seeking qualified consulting firms to undertake the noted necessary research and consultation with respect to developing land use policies and regulations concerning Tourist Campgrounds on all lands located in the Township of Rideau Lakes. It is anticipated that the successful firm will build upon the existing research in the background report and will provide multiple stakeholder sessions in order to complete the land use study. The stakeholder sessions, at a minimum will need to include current campground owners within the Township, lake associations and other relevant parties. An overall public consultation strategy should be included in the proposal. A proposed timeline with an emphasis on a quick turnaround should also be included. Council has directed staff to complete the study within 6 months if possible to reduce delays to campground owners. The anticipated goal of the study will be to provide the findings to Council and draft any associated Official Plan and/or Zoning By-Law Amendments.