Master Plans
Strategic planning and design for large-scale, phased developments that integrate land use, infrastructure, and long-term vision.
Master planning requires a comprehensive understanding of land use, infrastructure, phasing, and stakeholder management. HG Planning & Development experience includes leading and supporting large-scale, multi-phase developments that balance policy objectives, market realities, and long-term community outcomes
The Trails
North Vancouver
Location: North Vancouver
Type: Master Planning, OCP Amendment, Phasing Strategy
Role: Project Lead, Planning Strategy, Urban Design & Stakeholder management
Description:
A large-scale, multi-phase master planned community in the City of North Vancouver, integrating residential, childcare, and public realm components, including a public park and regional trail. The project involved leading cross-stakeholder alignment, shaping development phasing strategies, and ensuring alignment with Official Community Plan objectives and evolving city-building priorities
- Multi-phase development strategy
- OCP alignment and policy integration
- Interdepartmental and stakeholder coordination
Capstan Village
Richmond
Location: Richmond
Type: Master Planning, Transit-Oriented Development, High-Density Mixed-Use
Role: Development Planning & Urban Design
Description:
A high-density, transit-oriented master planned community in Richmond’s City Centre, anchored by the delivery of the Canada Line Capstan Station and structured to support long-term growth.
- Transit-oriented development strategy and integration with Capstan Station
- High-density mixed-use planning within a coordinated master plan framework
- Alignment with City Centre Area Plan and urban design objectives
- Multi-parcel alignment and phased development approach
Large-Scale Residential Master Plan
Concept Study
Type: Master Planning, Low-Density Residential
Role: Planning Strategy, Urban Design & Concept Development
Description:
A conceptual master-planning study for a large-scale residential community, exploring site-responsive development patterns, open space integration, and long-term phasing strategies.
The work focused on structuring a connected neighbourhood framework, balancing environmental features with developable areas, and establishing a clear hierarchy of streets, blocks, and public spaces. The study also considered housing diversity, landscape integration, and infrastructure alignment to support phased implementation.
- Site-responsive neighbourhood structure and land use organization
- Integration of open space systems and environmental features
- Street network hierarchy and block planning strategy
- Phased development approach and infrastructure coordination
These projects reflect a range of master planning experience across scales and contexts, from conceptual studies to complex, multi-phase developments.
HG Planning & Development works with public and private sector clients to deliver clear, implementable planning strategies that align design, policy, and delivery.
Selected work from previous professional experience. Project details have been adapted for presentation purposes.