Glen Oaks Dr. Subdivision (Nanaimo, BC)

Glen Oaks is a new type of Sustainable Community that protects the beauty of the existing environment, enhances the diversity of the vegetation and wildlife and reduces the amount of pavement to create green space. This multi-phased subdivision, with over 300 view lots, is set in a rugged area on a hilltop with sensitive wetlands.

Chatwin Engineering used innovative approaches to meet the development needs in this topographically challenging property. Detailed design included storm drainage analysis, lot grading, roadway, servicing, and a water pump station.

Glen Oaks introduces truly beautiful and functional streets that enhance pedestrian safety and minimize hard surfaces to reduce storm water run-off and nurture the significant wetlands on the site. These innovative Sustainable Streets allow the rainwater to infiltrate the ground and be filtered by the natural vegetation. Impervious road surfaces are minimized (eliminating several acres of asphalt) resulting in cleaner water and a more natural run-off that mimics the area’s original conditions.

Craftsman Style homes (both single family and townhome groupings) combine the quality craftsmanship of the past with modern conveniences. Durable, energy efficient and attractive homes are set amongst family and environmentally-friendly sidewalks, community trails and extensive green spaces. Effective bioswales, indigenous landscaping and porous surfaces complement majestic trees, dramatic rock outcroppings and lush wetlands.

See how our Environmental Division contributed to this project.