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The Overland Open Park Conceptual Scheme was approved by Council on June 17, 2025, and the development of Phase 1 proceeded. Overland Container Transportation Services (OCTS) has now submitted a Land Use Amendment application to Rocky View County for Phase 2 of Overland Open Park.

OUR VISION

Overland Open Park envisions to be a transportation and logistics distribution facility, East of Calgary in the Hamlet of Conrich. Its proximity to the existing CN Logistics Park and rail line will drive future development within the industrial area north of Conrich.

About the Project

Overland Container Transportation Services

Overland Container Transportation Services (OCTS) is working through the planning stages of the site’s development. Founded and based in Alberta, OCTS has been providing safe and reliable container transportation services for over 35 years.

The Conceptual Scheme

OCTS submitted its Conceptual Scheme in the Summer of 2024, as a pre-application to Rocky View County for review. The Conceptual Scheme provides the framework and policies for the development of Overland Open Park, which is a comprehensive intermodal transportation facility located west of CN Logistics Park. The site is in a unique position parallel to Township Rd 250. Overland Open Park adheres to the County’s current plans to upgrade Twp Rd 250, and its goal to provide safer roads for residents and industrial transportation of goods. The site will be segmented into two to accommodate for the realignment of Twp Rd 250. The plan has been created in accordance of Rocky View County’s existing Municipal Development Plan (MDP), and locally, to the Conrich Area Structure Plan (ASP).

Phase 2 Land Use Amendment Application

Phase 2 was identified in the Conceptual Scheme approved in June 2025 and is located within the northwest corner of the plan area.
Light industrial development is permissible under the Conrich Area Structure Plan which was previously adopted in 2017.

The Phase 2 Land Use Amendment application proposes the next stage of development at Overland Open Park. Subject to Rocky View County’s approval, the Phase 2 lands are intended to be developed for light industrial uses – with landscaping to be completed along Range Road 283 and Ellis Road. A tree-lined berm will act as a buffer and natural transition for our neighbours. To achieve this vision, the Phase 2 area is proposed to be amended from Agricultural Small District (A-SML) to Industrial Light District (I-LHT).

DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT AT A GLANCE

  • Proposed Phase 2 located in the North portion of the approved Overland Open Park Conceptual Scheme area.

  • Proposed Land Use Amendment of the Phase 2 lands from A-SML to I-LHT to accommodate light-industrial uses.

  • Access to the north will be provided by Ellis Road, post Township Road 250 realignment.

Project Timeline

Pre-Application Meeting

May 2024

Application to Rocky View County

June 2024

Circulation Period (RVC Review)

Sept. 27, 2024 to October 29, 2024

Public Information Session

February 12, 2025

Anticipated Public Hearing

April 2025 (subject to RVC timelines)

Conceptual Plan Approval

June 17, 2025

Phase 2 LUA Application Submission

July 2026

Anticipated Land Use Amendment Public Hearing

Spring/Summer 2027

Development Permit Application Submission

Fall 2027

Project Resources

Resources will be shared as the project progresses.

Conceptual Scheme

June 2025 – View the approved Conceptual Scheme Document here.

What We heard Report

March 2025 – View the
What We Heard Report here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The ASP contemplates the majority of this property to accommodate industrial development that can leverage proximity to the CN Calgary Logistics Park to provide transportation and logistics-oriented development that is fully serviced by the County’s water and wastewater systems. The ASP also proposes a realignment of Township Road 250 to provide a better buffer between future industrial and existing residential and Hamlet uses. The extreme southwest corner of the project area is expected to accommodate future mixed-use development (i.e., commercial, institutional, and residential) that will form part of the Conrich Community Core.

Rocky View County’s (RVC) current Land Use Bylaw has presently designated the area as Agricultural, General District (A-GEN).

A Land Use Amendment has been submitted for approval by RVC before development can begin to redesignate the subject lands with future land uses that are supported by the Area Structure Plan

The approved Overland Open Park Conceptual Scheme put forward by Overland Container Transportation Services (OCTS) adheres to Rocky View County’s plan to advance the realignment of Township Road 250 at Conrich Road.

The Conceptual Scheme proactively considered the future realignment of Twp Rd 250, by dividing the site lands into two (2) separate development areas. The area north of Township Road 250’s realignment accommodates business industrial development alongside pedestrian and stormwater management infrastructure, and the lands south will support mixed-use commercial, residential and institutional uses (as part of the future Hamlet core area).

Upgrades to Township Road 250 remain planned and are currently underway. This road project is being managed and led by Rocky View County and is separate from OCTS’ Phase 2 Land Use Amendment application. Learn more at rockyview.ca

Overland Container Transportation Services (OCTS) is developing its plan for Overland Open Park to adhere to Rocky View County’s plan to advance the realignment of Township Road 250 at Conrich Road. The Conceptual Scheme proactively considers the future realignment of Twp Rd 250, by dividing the site lands into two (2) separate development areas. The area north of Twp Rd 250’s realignment will accommodate business industrial development alongside pedestrian and stormwater management infrastructure, and the lands south will support mixed-use commercial, residential and institutional uses (as part of the future Hamlet core area).

An Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), a Biophysical Impact Assessment (BIA), and a Geotechnical Report were completed in support of the Conceptual Scheme to evaluate existing conditions within the site area. Additionally, a Transportation Impact Assessment (TIA), Stormwater Management Plan, and a Water/Sanitary Engineering Feasibility Assessment was prepared in June 2024 to evaluate the existing and future network in respect to the proposed development. All of the studies demonstrate the lands are appropriate for industrial and mixed-use development as proposed by the Conceptual Scheme.

Yes. The approved Conceptual Scheme outlines Phase 1 to include the 60-acre industrial site on the north side of the realigned Township Road 250 (directly adjacent to the CN Calgary Logistics Park). This area will include a new transload storage facility with a proposed railway spur extending off the CN main railway line. Phase 1 also includes the construction of a stormwater management facility with temporary stormwater irrigation areas. Phase 1 Land Use Amendment has been approved.

Phase 2 lands are intended to be developed for light industrial uses – with landscaping to be completed along Range Road 283 and Ellis Road. A tree-lined berm will act as a buffer and natural transition for our neighbours.

The Conrich Area Structure Plan directs specific mitigations occur between residential and non-residential area including ensuring minimum development setbacks and landscaping is put in place. The approved development concept for Overland Open Park includes areas of stormwater management, irrigation areas, and municipal reserve (MR) dedications occur immediately north of the Township Road 250 alignment – which will provide a suitable transition between future industrial uses and the existing residential and institutional uses located in the Hamlet south of Township Road 250. The developer will also ensure appropriate screening/landscaping is put in place along the north end of the project area facing Ellis Road and Range Road 284.

During OCTS’ previous 2025 public engagement, nearby residents expressed a desire for additional separation between the planned light industrial and logistics uses and surrounding residential properties. In response to this feedback, OCTS is proposing a landscaped tree buffer along the north side of the Phase 1 & 2 development area. The tree buffer will create a more continuous visual buffer between the development and nearby homes. The buffer is intended to:

• Provide additional visual screening between industrial and residential areas
• Create a more gradual transition between neighbouring land uses
• Complement the planned landscaped berm
• Respond directly to feedback shared by nearby residents

We anticipate that the Phase 2 land use amendment will be considered by Rocky View County Council at a public hearing to be held late Spring 2027/early Summer 2027. Development Permits will then be submitted to address site servicing and the specific form of light industrial development are anticipated to be approved in Fall 2027.

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Feedback received by the project team will be reviewed and considered as the Phase 2 Land Use Amendment application proceeds through Rocky View County’s approval process.

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Leah Thomson Communications & Engagement Specialist B&A Studios | lthomson@bastudios.ca | 403.689.5324