objectid

ontario_windsor

format

record

Settlement Name

Windsor

Province, Territory, or State

Ontario

Country

Canada

Has Policy?

Yes

Policy

Street Naming Guidelines 1. New names must not be identical or similar sounding to any existing street name (both within the City and surrounding municipalities). 2. Names suggested must be only one-word names. It is strongly preferred the names not be hyphenated or quotes used due to technical difficulties. 3. Street extension should continue with existing street names. 4. Substantiation is required, (Historical/Personal significance) if there is any. (i.e. person’s last name) 5. Suggested street names for are kept on a list for future use, if needed. These names are to be pre-approved by Emergency Communication Services – Fire. 6. Suggested new names are to be reviewed by Emergency Communication Services – Windsor Fire Department. 7. Electronics plans should be requested from the developer to assist in document preparation. It is strongly recommended these plans be in geographically referenced format which will be compatible with our corporate data. 8. After approval, the applicant and agencies are advised. 9. Approved street names (in use) are entered into the Master List. 10. Approved street names are included in the new subdivision drawings, City of Windsor Street map and Geographic Information System. This will make the EnWin Street name map redundant. 11. Approved street names are entered into the Street Name Index. 12. All individuals performing the street naming task must maintain consistency in the process. Communication is paramount and must be maintained to prevent duplication.

Policy Score

44