Like many communities in the Maritimes, Riverview has been experiencing rapid growth in recent years, with the town's population growing by nearly 5% between the last two census periods. Within the Town's planning documents, the Bridgedale-Gunningsville-Robertson Area has been identified as a key area for future development. This area is located along the eastern portion of the town and is almost completely undeveloped.

A Secondary Municipal Plan is required to guide development in the area in a manner that considers all aspects of community building, including diverse housing options, infrastructure, transportation, recreation and consideration for environmental features. This Plan will ensure a holistic and well-connected approach to future development.

As part of the Secondary Planning process, a study has been completed to identify wetlands and watercourses in the area. The study found several wetlands and small waterways across the site, including two main wetland areas connected to Mill Creek, and a few smaller isolated wetlands. For more information, please consult the Background Report available in the Document Library on the right sidebar of this page.

This information will help ensure that future growth respects and protects important natural features.Any future development near these wetland areas will follow provincial environmental regulations such as setback requirements to help protect these natural assets.