December 2024 Radium Hot Springs Draft OCP Presentation - Flipbook - Page 37
4.4 HIGHWAY TOURIST CORRIDOR
INTRODUCTION
OBJECTIVES
The Highway 93 east entrance to Radium Hot
Springs is memorable - driving past the hot
pools and through Sinclair Canyon and then
entering a built-world full of uniquely designed
motels before 昀椀nally glimpsing the wide
expanse of the Columbia Valley.
Objective 21: Continue to be a regional and
global destination for overnight
accommodations in the Rocky
Mountains and Columbia Valley.
The Village recognizes the placemaking
importance and compelling investment
opportunity of the Highway 93 area and it
has been designated as the Highway Tourist
Corridor in this Plan on Map 3: Land Use.
Buildings have aged on the Highway 93
corridor and redevelopment is likely to occur in
the coming years. The Village wishes to guide
re-investment to ensure there’s always a special
feeling as people arrive or stay in this area of
Radium Hot Springs, while also implementing
policy that nurtures successful business reinvestment models..
Objective 22: In昀椀ll vacant lots to add vibrancy
and additional overnight
accommodations, commercial
and mixed-use opportunities.
Objective 23: Attract new investment and be
a preferred location within the
Village for Short-Term Rentals.
Objective 24: Enhance architectural quality
through clear urban design
guidelines.
Objective 25: Ensure residents and tourists
along the Highway Corridor
can safely walk to the hot pools
and Downtown.
INTENT
The intent of the Highway Tourist Corridor
is to guide and direct future redevelopment
of the area as a vibrant tourist destination
with unique architecture and a mix of
tourist accommodations and commercial
opportunities.
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