Smith Community Planning
Shaping resilient & adaptive communities
Our Expertise
SCP offers a wide array of services from developing Municipal Plans and Zoning (Development) Regulations to urban design and GIS solutions. The following is a brief summary of our areas of expertise.
Municipal Plans & Zoning Regulations
SCP specializes in developing and amending Municipal Plans and Zoning (Development) Regulations for municipalities. We offer adapted solutions for public consultation programs to ensure that the public interest is reflected in planning recommendations. We also offer education seminars to municipal councils and staff to assist with the interpretation and administration of registered legal documents.
Recreation & Active Transportation
SCP offers recreation and active (non-motorized) transportation planning services to foster healthy communities. Team members are outdoor enthusiasts and integrate experience with theory in developing design solutions for clients.
Residential & Commercial Site Plans
SCP is able to assist in applying for your development permit. Our team specializes in drafting residential and commercial site plans in a variety of formats including AutoCAD and SketchUP LayOut files. In choosing SCP, you can remain confident and assured that your development application will meet municipal regulatory requirements.
Urban Design
SCP provides an array of urban design solutions to meet your needs. Planning and design staff have taken National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) workshops and are current with urban design theory and best practices.
Geographic Information Systems
SCP offers a range of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions including analytical syntheses, field surveys and mapping. Examples include developable area analyses, land use surveys, and trail maps. SCP uses current GIS software and provides clients with the necessary tools to utilize data in various file formats following project completion.
Computer-Aided Drafting
SCP offers a range of Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) services to help realize your building project. SCP can design plans for residential projects such as single- and two-unit homes, decks, and accessory buildings (e.g. detached garages, sheds, and gazebos). In choosing SCP, you can remain confident and assured that your building application will meet the current National Building Code (NBC) requirements.