Bylaws & policies
The official regulations, plans, and policies of the City of Langford.
196 bylaws
No. 2275Land useAdopted 2026In force
Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw
Developers pay amenity cost charges when certain subdivisions are approved or building permits are issued, helping fund recreation centres, community and arts centres, and public-realm improvements. Charges apply across Langford, with exemptions including developments that are not expected to increase the population of residents or workers.
No. 2239AdministrationAdopted 2026In force
Animal Responsibility Bylaw
Residents keeping animals in Langford must provide proper care, prevent animals from causing harm or damage, and follow control, identification and licensing rules. Dogs generally need a current annual licence, must be kept under control in public, and may be impounded if they break the bylaw; owners must pay applicable fees to reclaim them.
No. 1413AdministrationAdopted 2015In force
Board of Variance Bylaw
Residents can apply to a five-member Board of Variance on matters within its authority under the Local Government Act. The bylaw sets application requirements, hearing procedures and notice rules; hearings are generally open to the public, and people whose property is affected may speak or provide evidence.
No. 1160Community standardsAdopted 2008In force, as amended
Building Bylaw
Building work in Langford—from new construction and alterations to demolition, repairs and changes in occupancy—is subject to this bylaw’s rules on permits, owner responsibilities, inspections and compliance. Its sections also cover site services and access, pools, professional review, energy requirements, offences and penalties; appendices provide permit-fee schedules and technical drawings.
No. 1532EnvironmentAdopted 2014In force
Burning Bylaw
Residents need permission before lighting fires on private land, and most open burning requires a permit. The bylaw sets limits for yard-waste fires and campfires, prohibits burning garbage and other noxious materials, and allows fire officials to stop hazardous or nuisance fires and recover response costs.
No. 216BusinessAdopted 1997In force, as amended
Business License & Business Regulation Bylaw
Businesses operating in Langford must hold a business licence, and the licence only covers the named business and the premises or locations listed. The bylaw sets application and fee requirements, rules for particular business types, and penalties for violations.
No. 1908
Business Regulation (Covid-19) Bylaw
Businesses that remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic must use distancing measures, limit how many people are inside, and prevent certain customer-handled food and bag practices. These rules apply to business licence holders and carry a fine or penalty of up to $10,000 for each offence.
No. 1965Adopted 2021
City of Langford Development Procedures, Amendment Bylaw No. 22
Applicants pay updated fees for Official Community Plan and zoning amendments, development permits and amendments, variances, and temporary use permits. The fee depends on the application and, in some cases, the site area or scale of development; starting work before a required permit is issued doubles the fee.
No. 2049Adopted 2022
City of Langford Fees and Charges, Amendment No. 15
People requesting City services, documents, maps and RCMP records may pay the fees set out in updated Schedules A through E. The amendment replaces the previous schedules covering administration, finance, planning and development, mapping, and RCMP services.
No. 2056
City of Langford Noise Regulation Bylaw
Noise that disturbs or tends to disturb people is prohibited in public places and on private premises. The bylaw sets hours for construction and other work, lists specific objectionable noises, and provides exemptions for activities such as emergencies and City-authorized public festivities.
No. 1718Adopted 2017
City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw
The listed lands and improvements were exempt from taxation for 2018 and 2019. The exemption applies only to the properties identified in the bylaw, including properties used by named community, religious, charitable and other organizations.
No. 2058Adopted 2022
City of Langford Phased Development Agreement Bylaw
Royal Roads University can develop a post-secondary campus on the Lands in phases, with specified zoning rules protected from later changes for ten years from the Effective Date. The agreement also sets out campus-related work RRU must undertake, including pedestrian connections, traffic measures and stormwater management.
No. 1743Adopted 2017
City of Langford Tax Exemption Seniors' Assisted Living Bylaw
The land and improvements at 917 Avrill Road are exempt from taxation for 2018 through 2027 inclusive, provided the property operates as a registered assisted living residence. If it stops being used for that purpose during the exemption term, the exemption ends and the property becomes liable to taxation.
No. 2255Community standardsAdopted 2026In force
Community Standards Bylaw
Keep properties and boulevards maintained, prevent nuisances, litter and unsafe conditions, and follow limits on noise and construction hours. The bylaw also sets requirements for vacant buildings and construction sites, and allows the City to issue notices, impose fees and enforce violations.
No. 1971AdministrationAdopted 2021In force, as amended
Council Procedure Bylaw
Council and its committees follow set rules for meetings, agendas, public input, voting and bylaws. Residents can attend open meetings, speak during public participation or apply to make a delegation, subject to time limits and deadlines.
No. 2051Adopted 2022
Council Procedure Bylaw, Amendment No. 1
Public participation at Council meetings may include remote attendance, and Council may cap in-person attendance at 15 when remote participation is offered. The amendment also sets speaking limits and deadlines for public presentations and Council members’ notices of motion.
No. 2122FinanceAdopted 2025In force, as amended
Development Applications Fees and Procedures Bylaw
Residents applying to change Langford’s Official Community Plan or zoning, or seeking a development permit or variance, must pay the applicable fee and provide the required application information. The bylaw sets how applications are processed, when fees may be refunded, and how long applications remain open.
No. 1819AdministrationAdopted 2019In force, as amended
Elections Bylaw
For Langford elections and assent votes, the bylaw sets how electors register and vote, including advance, special and mail voting, and how ballots are counted. It also sets when and where political signs and advertising are allowed.
No. 166Community standardsAdopted 1996In force
False Alarm Dispatch Bylaw
Alarm systems need a permit, and repeated false dispatches can lead to fees and police not responding to later alarms. Alarm businesses must try to verify an alarm and contact someone responsible for the premises before reporting it to police.
No. 113Administration, Finance, ServicesAdopted 1995In force, as amended
Fees and Charges Bylaw
The fees residents and businesses pay for Langford administrative, finance, planning and mapping services are set out in the bylaw. These fees rise each May 1 with the annual Greater Victoria All-Items CPI change.
No. 929FinanceAdopted 2005
Financial Plan for 2005-2009 Bylaw
Sets Langford’s financial plan for 2005–2009, including projected revenues and spending, and establishes a tax exemption program intended to encourage hotel and motel development in designated areas. The program offers eligible developments an exemption from some general municipal property taxes, subject to conditions and limits.
No. 1016FinanceAdopted 2006
Financial Plan for 2006-2010 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s financial plan for 2006–2010 and sets up a revitalization tax exemption program for qualifying hotel and motel development in designated areas. The program can exempt some general municipal property taxes for a limited period, but it does not exempt utility user fees, parcel taxes, or taxes collected for other governments or public bodies.
No. 1089FinanceAdopted 2007
Financial Plan for 2007-2011 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s financial plan for 2007–2011 and creates a revitalization tax exemption program for qualifying hotel and motel development in designated areas. The exemption applies to specified municipal property taxes on eligible building value; it does not remove utility fees, parcel taxes or taxes collected for other governments.
No. 1163FinanceAdopted 2008
Financial Plan for 2008-2012 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s financial plan for 2008–2012 and creates a tax exemption program intended to encourage hotel and motel development. Eligible developments may receive an exemption from some general municipal property taxes, subject to the program’s conditions and limits.
No. 1233Finance
Financial Plan for 2009-2013 Bylaw
Sets Langford’s revenue and spending plan for 2009–2013 and identifies areas where hotel or motel projects may qualify for revitalization tax exemptions. The exemptions have eligibility limits and do not cover utility user fees, parcel taxes, or taxes imposed by other governments.
No. 1276Finance
Financial Plan for 2010-2014 Bylaw
The plan sets Langford’s projected revenues and spending for 2010–2014 and establishes a tax exemption program intended to encourage hotel and motel development in designated areas. It also sets limits and an August 31 deadline for organizations seeking permissive tax exemptions; 2010 property tax rates had not yet been set in the plan.
No. 1329FinanceAdopted 2011
Financial Plan for 2011-2015 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s five-year financial plan for 2011–2015 and its revenue and property-tax policy disclosure. It sets out the City’s planned revenues, spending, transfers, and approach to taxes, fees, borrowing, and tax exemptions; it does not set 2011 property tax rates.
No. 1404FinanceAdopted 2012
Financial Plan for 2012-2016 Bylaw
Sets Langford’s financial plan for 2012-2016, forecasting revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers. It also describes the City’s revenue and property tax policies, including rules for tax exemptions.
No. 1470FinanceAdopted 2013
Financial Plan for 2013-2017 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s consolidated financial plan for 2013–2017 and its revenue and property tax policy disclosure. It sets out planned revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers, and describes the City’s policies for property taxes, fees and tax exemptions.
No. 1523FinanceAdopted 2014
Financial Plan for 2014-2018 Bylaw
The City’s 2014–2018 financial plan sets out projected revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers, along with its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s primary revenue source and describes how the City approaches fees, debt and tax exemptions.
No. 1565FinanceAdopted 2015
Financial Plan for 2015-2019 Bylaw
The City adopted its five-year financial plan for 2015–2019, setting out projected revenues, spending, borrowing, and transfers. It also records the City’s revenue and property-tax policies, including how it approaches tax increases, fees, debt, and tax exemptions.
No. 1628FinanceAdopted 2016
Financial Plan for 2016-2020 Bylaw
The City’s financial plan sets projected revenues, spending, borrowing and reserve transfers for 2016–2020. It also states the City’s revenue and property-tax policies, including its approach to tax increases, fees, debt and tax exemptions.
No. 1687FinanceAdopted 2017
Financial Plan for 2017-2021 Bylaw
The City’s 2017–2021 financial plan sets out projected revenues, spending, borrowing and reserve transfers, alongside its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s primary revenue source and explains how tax rates and certain tax exemptions are handled.
No. 1780FinanceAdopted 2018
Financial Plan for 2018-2022 Bylaw
The plan sets Langford’s budget framework for 2018–2022 and includes the City’s revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies expected revenues and spending, explains how the City uses taxes, fees and borrowing, and outlines policies for tax rates and exemptions.
No. 1837FinanceAdopted 2019
Financial Plan for 2019-2023 Bylaw
Sets Langford’s financial plan for 2019–2023 and explains the City’s revenue and property tax policies. It guides how the City plans to fund services and projects, including its approach to taxes, fees, borrowing and tax exemptions.
No. 1894FinanceAdopted 2020
Financial Plan for 2020-2024 Bylaw
The plan sets Langford’s projected revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers for 2020-2024, and includes the City’s revenue and property tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the primary revenue source and explains how fees, borrowing and tax exemptions are handled.
No. 1975AdministrationAdopted 2021
Financial Plan for 2021-2025 Bylaw
Sets Langford’s planned revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers for 2021–2025, and discloses the City’s revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s primary revenue source and outlines policies for tax increases, fees, borrowing and tax exemptions.
No. 2069FinanceAdopted 2022
Financial Plan for 2022-2026 Bylaw
The City’s 2022–2026 financial plan sets out its planned revenues, spending, borrowing and transfers, alongside its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s primary revenue source and explains how Council approaches tax stability, fees and borrowing.
No. 2130FinanceAdopted 2023
Financial Plan for 2023-2027 Bylaw
The City’s 2023–2027 financial plan sets out planned revenues and spending, along with the City’s revenue and property-tax policies. It explains how property taxes, fees, grants and borrowing are used, and sets out policies for tax exemptions.
No. 2167FinanceAdopted 2024
Financial Plan for 2024-2028 Bylaw
The bylaw adopts Langford’s financial plan for 2024 - 2028 and sets out how the City expects to raise and spend money during those years. It also describes the City’s policies on property taxes, fees, borrowing and tax exemptions.
No. 2223FinanceAdopted 2025
Financial Plan for 2025-2029 Bylaw
The City’s adopted financial plan sets out projected revenues, spending, borrowing and reserve transfers for 2025–2029, alongside its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s primary revenue source and describes how fees, parcel charges, borrowing and tax exemptions are handled.
No. 2281FinanceAdopted 2026
Financial Plan for 2026-2030 Bylaw
Langford’s 2026–2030 financial plan sets out the City’s projected revenues, spending, debt payments and transfers, alongside its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s main revenue source and explains how tax exemptions may be considered.
No. 1875Adopted 2019
Firearms and Bow Use Bylaw No. 1452, 2013 Amendment No. 1
Throwing, propelling or casting an axe or knife in Langford is prohibited, except indoors in the stated organized or licensed-business settings. The amendment defines “Axe” and “Knife” and updates the bylaw’s title to include axe and knife use.
No. 1452Community standardsAdopted 2013In force, as amended
Firearms and Bows Bylaw
Discharging firearms, bows or crossbows in Langford is generally prohibited, with exceptions for specified officials, organized range practice, certain permitted activities and pest-control work. Throwing or propelling axes or knives is allowed only indoors through an organized association or league, or at events hosted by a licensed business.
No. 1033Community standardsAdopted 2006In force
Fireworks Bylaw
Fireworks sales are prohibited, and fireworks use is tightly limited: consumer and display fireworks require a permit, while consumer fireworks may generally be discharged only on October 31st during the permitted hours. The bylaw also sets permit deadlines and fees, safety requirements, and fines for violations.
No. 1925Administration, Business, ServicesAdopted 2020In force
Freedom of Information Bylaw
Residents can request City records under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Requests may involve a $10.00 application fee and other fees for finding, preparing, shipping or copying records; requests for your own personal information are exempt from these fees.
No. 497Land useAdopted 2010In force
Frontage Improvement Delegation Bylaw
The City’s Local Government Engineer decides frontage improvement requirements for subdivision and building permit applications under the conditions set out in the bylaw. Applicants can appeal the engineer’s decision to the Transportation and Public Works Committee, with the required documents and fee.
No. 2270Land useAdopted 2026In force
Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw
Most new residential developments must provide a share of below-market ownership or rental homes, or pay cash in lieu when the bylaw allows. Affordable homes must meet the bylaw’s price or rent limits and be secured by a Housing Agreement registered on title.
No. 1966Adopted 2021
Langford Building Bylaw No. 1160, Amendment No. 14
Permit applicants and holders will pay updated fees for building, plumbing, chimney, fireplace and related permits. The amendment replaces Appendix A of the Building Bylaw with a revised fee schedule, including rules for refunds, re-inspections and fee reductions.
No. 1716Adopted 2017
Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 24, (3130 Jacklin Rd)
Parts of 3130 Jacklin Rd are changed from the Neighbourhood and Hillside and Shoreline designations to the Mixed-Use Employment Centre designation. The plan describes that centre as workplace-focused but allows residential and institutional uses, including possible multi-storey, multi-family housing on individual lots.
No. 1989Adopted 2021
Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 45, (1253, 1265, 1277, 1289, 1300 Valemount Court)
Portions of five properties at 1253, 1265, 1277, 1289 and 1300 Valemount Court are redesignated from Hillside or Shoreline to Business or Light Industrial in Langford’s Official Community Plan. The change applies only to the portions shaded on the plan attached to the bylaw.
No. 2061Adopted 2022
Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 47, (2207 Millstream Road)
Specified portions of properties on Millstream Road and a former Hordon Road dedication are redesignated from “Business or Light Industrial” to “Mixed-Use Employment Centre” in Langford’s Official Community Plan. The change is limited to the areas shaded on Schedule A.
No. 2149Adopted 2024
Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 49, (2207 Millstream Road)
The property at 2207 Millstream Road is redesignated from “Business or Light Industrial” to “Neighbourhood” in Langford’s Official Community Plan. The amendment identifies the property by its legal description and PID number.
No. 2248Adopted 2026
Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 750 (1234 Goldstream Avenue, RT1 Text Amendment)
The amendment allows secondary suites within townhomes on the property at 1234 Goldstream Avenue, in accordance with Section 3.08. It also updates the bylaw’s definitions of “secondary suite” and “suite.”
No. 2250Adopted 2026
Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 754 (1029 Marwood Avenue)
The property at 1029 Marwood Avenue is moved from the RR2 (Rural Residential 2) Zone to the RS1 (Residential Small Lot) Zone. For this property, the bylaw allows a subdivision minimum lot area of 200 m² (2,153 ft²), with amenity contributions listed for new lots under 550m².
No. 2229Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, 1999, Amendment No. 749 (Text Amendment to Update Appendix J)
Section 6, “City Centre Neighbourhoods,” is removed from Appendix J of the Langford Zoning Bylaw, 1999. The amendment does not state any replacement text or other changes.
No. 1694Adopted 2017
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 484, (3690 & 3694 Happy Valley Rd)
The properties at 3690 and 3694 Happy Valley Rd were moved from the RR4 zone to the RS4 zone, with rules allowing townhouse development subject to specific limits and amenity contributions. At 3690 Happy Valley Rd, subdivision may create a lot of at least 2.7 ha but less than 40 ha without connection to the municipal sanitary sewer system.
No. 1702Adopted 2017
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 489, (731 Station Ave)
Shaded portions of 731 Station Ave are rezoned from RM3 (Apartment) to MUM (Mixed-Use Residential Commercial). The bylaw also allows lot coverage on the property to be less than 50% and lists per-dwelling-unit amenity contributions for the property.
No. 1703Adopted 2017
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 490, (3690 Happy Valley Rd)
A portion of 3690 Happy Valley Rd was rezoned from Rural Residential 4 (RR4) to Residential Small Lot 4 (RS4). The bylaw sets amenity contributions for one-family lots and townhouse units on the property, with amounts depending on lot size or housing type.
No. 1767Adopted 2018
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 527, (2668, 2674, 2682, 2684, 2686, 2696 2702 & 2706 Sooke Rd)
Specified portions of properties at 2668, 2674, 2682, 2684, 2686, 2696, 2702 and 2706 Sooke Rd are moved into the C9 Community Town Centre Pedestrian zone. The zone allows a mix of residential, retail and other business uses, with rules for building size, pedestrian access, parking and screening.
No. 1860Adopted 2019
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 573, (PID Nos. 009-427-902 & 024-550-485)
Portions of two identified properties are moved from the RR4 Rural Residential 4 Zone into the CD12 Comprehensive Development 12 – South Skirt Mountain Zone, as shown on the bylaw’s attached plan. The bylaw also sets a maximum of 2600 residential dwellings across Areas I, II, III, and IV of the CD12 zone, excluding secondary suites, assisted living apartments and care facilities.
No. 1990Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 630, (1253, 1265, 1277, 1289, 1300 Valemount Court)
The bylaw changes the zoning of portions of five properties on Valemount Court to Business Park – Sooke Road West (BP2A), as shown shaded on Plan No. 1. The 1300 Valemount Court portion changes from Attached Housing (RM2A); the other four properties change from Rural Residential (RR5).
No. 1993Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 633, (3208 and 3212 Happy Valley Rd)
Portions of the properties at 3208 and 3212 Happy Valley Rd are moved from the Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse 1 (RT1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for each townhouse unit on these properties and says they are not eligible for a reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 1997Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 635, (1950 Bear Mountain Parkway, 1991 Bear Mountain Parkway, and 2133 Champions Way)
A secondary suite in a one-family dwelling is added as a permitted use on the specified lots at 1950 and 1991 Bear Mountain Parkway, subject to Section 3.08. The amendment also sets a 1.5 m (4.9 ft) interior side-lot-line provision for those lots and replaces Schedule O-2 with a new map.
No. 1999Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 637, (2762, 2768, and 2774 Winster Road)
The portions shown on Plan No. 1 of 2762, 2768, and 2774 Winster Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre 1 (CC1). New residential units on those portions are subject to amenity contributions based on the storey where they are created, and the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2001Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 639, (962, 966, 970, 974, and 978 Bray Avenue)
The five properties at 962, 966, 970, 974 and 978 Bray Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre 1 (CC1). New residential units and commercial space created on these properties are subject to the listed contributions to the General Amenity and Affordable Housing Reserve Funds.
No. 2008Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 641, (808, 812, 820 Arncote Avenue; 2630, 2636, 2640, 2646 Peatt Road; and 2633, 2637, 2641, 2647 Sunderland Road)
The listed properties on Arncote Avenue, Peatt Road and Sunderland Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP). The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for new residential units and commercial space created on these properties; the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2009Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 642, (2746 Peatt Road; and 2739, 2743, 2747, 2749, 2751 Scafe Road)
Portions of six properties on Peatt Road and Scafe Road are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre Pedestrian (CCP) Zone. New residential units and commercial space created on the affected lands are subject to amenity contributions at the rates below.
No. 2011Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 644, (621 and 629 Rockingham Road)
Specified portions of 621 and 629 Rockingham Road are changed from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the Residential Small Lot (RS1) Zone. For creating a single-family lot less than 550 m2, the bylaw lists amenity contributions of $3,960 to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and $660 to the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2012Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 645, (2772 Vantilburg Crescent)
The specified shaded portions of 2772 Vantilburg Crescent are changed from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre 2 (CC2) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for each residential unit on the property and states that these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2014Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 646, (3420 Luxton Road, 1120 Finney Road, and 3219 and 3235 Loledo Place)
Portions of four properties at 3420 Luxton Road, 1120 Finney Road, and 3219 and 3235 Loledo Place are rezoned from RR2 to RS1. The amendment sets amenity contributions for new lots and units on these properties; the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2015Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 647, (3216 Happy Valley Road)
The shaded portions of 3216 Happy Valley Road are changed from the Rural Residential (RR2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse 1 (RT1) Zone. Development on this property may have a floor area ratio of up to 1.5 if the required contribution is paid before a building permit is issued, and buildings or structures may not exceed 3 storeys.
No. 2016Adopted 2021
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 648, (640 and 644 Granderson Road)
Portions of 640 and 644 Granderson Road are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. New residential units on these properties are subject to amenity contributions that vary by storey, with contributions paid to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.
No. 2017Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 649, (791 and 795 Revilo Place and 2931 Phipps Road)
Shaded portions of 791 and 795 Revilo Place and 2931 Phipps Road are changed from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre 1 (CC1) zoning. New residential units on these properties are subject to specified amenity contributions, and the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2020Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 651, (840 Arncote Avenue)
A shaded portion of 840 Arncote Avenue is changed from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) zoning to Neighbourhood Institutional B (P1B) zoning. The bylaw also adds a charitable facility listing for the property to Section VI of Table 1.
No. 2026Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 652, (661 Hoylake Avenue)
The shaded portions of 661 Hoylake Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to Residential Townhouse (RT1). For each new townhouse unit created there, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to the City’s reserve funds.
No. 2027Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 653, (629 Rockingham Road)
Subdivision cannot create a lot smaller than 1,600 m2 under the amended rule. A portion of 629 Rockingham Road is rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to Attached Housing (RM2A), with amenity contributions set for each townhouse unit created there.
No. 2028Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 654, (2750 Leigh Road)
For 2750 Leigh Road, the amendment changes the zoning bylaw by adding a light-industrial entry for Area A of the MUE1 Zone and replacing Schedule AJ with a new map. It also deletes Section 6.53.03(4) and renumbers the sections that follow.
No. 2030Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 655, (902 Walfred Road)
Portions of 902 Walfred Road shown on the attached plan are moved from the Rural Residential (RR5) Zone to the Residential Small Lot (RS1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions per lot for this property, based on lot size, payable to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.
No. 2032Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 657, (2822, 2824, and 2828 Jacklin Road)
The properties at 2822, 2824, and 2828 Jacklin Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP). The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for new residential units and commercial space created on those properties.
No. 2034Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 658, (Olympic View Lands)
The Olympic View CD4 zone allows a mix of housing, commercial, community and recreational uses, including homes, apartments, townhouses, hotels, shops and golf facilities. It sets conditions for increasing housing beyond five units, along with limits on lot sizes, building height and lot coverage, and screening requirements for some commercial parking areas.
No. 2037Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 660, (904, 908, 910, 912, and 914 Dunford Avenue)
The five properties at 904, 908, 910, 912 and 914 Dunford Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP). For these properties, the bylaw sets amenity contributions for residential units and commercial space, with no eligibility for the reduction listed in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2044Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 661, (2621 Sooke Road and 3260 Jacklin Road)
The properties at 2621 Sooke Road and 3260 Jacklin Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to Residential Townhouse 1 (RT1). Each new residential unit created on these properties is subject to amenity contributions to two reserve funds, with no eligibility for the reduction described in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2045Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 662, (2615 Sooke Road)
At 2615 Sooke Road, the zoning changes from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to Community Town Centre Pedestrian (C9), allowing buildings up to 6 storeys. New residential units on the property are subject to amenity contributions based on their storey, and the listed contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2052Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 663, (829, 831, 835, 839 Hockley Avenue)
The four properties at 829, 831, 835 and 839 Hockley Avenue are changed from the R2 and RM3 zones to the City Centre (CC1) zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for new residential units on these properties; those contributions are not eligible for the reduction in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2054Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 665, (Omnibus No. 58 – Electric Vehicle Charging Stations)
New buildings containing apartment units must be built with infrastructure that can support Level 2 electric vehicle charging at residential parking spaces, excluding visitor parking. Before building and occupancy permits are issued, owners must provide specified plans, engineering verification, a registered covenant, and proof that the installed infrastructure meets the bylaw requirements.
No. 2055Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 666, (528 and 532 Goldstream Avenue)
The properties at 528 and 532 Goldstream Avenue are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for new residential units on these properties.
No. 2059Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 668, (1551 and 1559 Sawyer Road)
The properties at 1551 and 1559 Sawyer Road are moved from the RR4 zone to the RS1 zone. The bylaw sets amenity contributions for new lots and townhouse units, and allows buildings on these properties to exceed 9.0m (29.5 ft) in height, up to three storeys.
No. 2060Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 669, (825, 829, 833, 845 Orono Avenue)
The four properties at 825, 829, 833 and 845 Orono Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC1). New residential units on these properties are subject to amenity contributions, with amounts depending on the storey where each unit is created.
No. 2062Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 670, (2207 Millstream Road)
On the lands shaded on Schedule “U” for 2207 Millstream Road, the zoning allows apartments and townhouses. The bylaw limits development to 150 dwelling units and 12 storeys, with an exception to the unit limit if specified conditions are met.
No. 2063Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 671, (2869, 2875, 2885 Leigh Road and 1080 Dunford Avenue)
Four properties at 2869, 2875 and 2885 Leigh Road and 1080 Dunford Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC1). New residential units and commercial floor area on these properties are subject to specified contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2066Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 672, (2870 and 2874 Peatt Road)
The properties at 2870 and 2874 Peatt Road are moved from the R2 zone to the City Centre Pedestrian (CCP) Zone. The bylaw also sets side and rear lot-line restrictions and amenity contributions for new residential units and commercial floor area on those properties.
No. 2067Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 673, (892 Walfred Road)
The property at 892 Walfred Road is changed from the Rural Residential (RR5) Zone to the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone. The bylaw sets amenity contributions per lot for the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.
No. 2068Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 674, (658 and 664 Redington Avenue)
Buildings on the BP1A-zoned land at 658 and 664 Redington Avenue are subject to a combined gross floor area limit. The total gross floor area of all buildings on the two lots must not exceed 20,250 m² (218,000 ft²).
No. 2077Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 675, (Omnibus No. 59 – Downtown Parking)
New housing developed under Langford’s Affordable Housing Policy or Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy requires 1 parking space per dwelling unit. The bylaw also sets minimum off-street parking requirements for apartments: rates vary by location and bedroom count, and include visitor parking.
No. 2078Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 676, (3608 Happy Valley Road)
The property at 3608 Happy Valley Road is changed from the Rural Residential (RR2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. For each unit created, the bylaw sets contributions to two reserve funds and says they are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2080Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 678, (975, 979, and 983 Bray Avenue)
The properties at 975, 979, and 983 Bray Avenue are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. New residential units on these properties are subject to amenity contributions that vary by storey and fund; the contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2082Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 679, (Omnibus No. 60 – Various Housekeeping Items)
The changes set site-specific group daycare limits, revise where two-family homes and some corner-lot apartments are permitted, and add accessory dormitories as a listed use in one zone. They also set garage and accessible-parking standards and add a definition and rule for certain visible landscape retaining walls.
No. 2086Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 681, (2321 and 2323 Belair Road)
The properties at 2321 and 2323 Belair Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to Residential Small Lot (RS1). Group Daycare is specifically added as a permitted use at 2323 Belair Road, and units created on either property are subject to amenity contributions.
No. 2090Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 685, (2936, 2940, 2941 Irwin Road)
The property at 2941 Irwin Road is rezoned from Neighborhood Institutional (P1A) to Residential Townhouse (RT1). Each unit created is subject to amenity contributions to two reserve funds, with no reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2091Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 686, (2786, 2792, 2798 Scafe Road and 821, 825 Wren Place)
The five listed properties at Scafe Road and Wren Place are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC2). Buildings on these properties are limited to 6 storeys, and new residential units are subject to the listed amenity contributions.
No. 2092Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 687, (2647A and 2647B Deville Road)
The two strata properties at 2647 A and 2647 B Deville Road are changed from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre 2 (CC2) Zone. The bylaw also lists amenity contributions for each unit created on these properties; these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2093Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 688, (898 and 914 Klahanie Drive)
The properties at 898 and 914 Klahanie Drive are changed from the Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. For each unit created on these properties, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; those contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2094Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 689, (936 Jenkins Avenue)
The property at 936 Jenkins Avenue is moved from the Residential Small Lot 1 (RS1) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. For each unit created, the bylaw lists amenity contributions to two reserve funds; these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2096Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 690, (2089 Champions Way)
The amendment sets a site-specific limit on townhouse density at 2089 Champion’s Way. No more than one dwelling unit is permitted per 214 m2 (2,314.2 ft2) of lot area.
No. 2097Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 691, (728 Massie Drive and 2746 Dinan Place)
The properties at 728 Massie Drive and 2746 Dinan Place are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contribution amounts for residential units created on those properties and says those contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2098Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 692, (2833, 2835, 2837, and 2839 Knotty Pine Road)
The four properties at 2833, 2835, 2837, and 2839 Knotty Pine Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC2). For each unit created on these properties, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2099Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 693, (971 Walfred Road)
971 Walfred Road is moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. The bylaw sets amenity contributions for the property at $3,660 per unit for the General Amenity Reserve Fund and $610 per unit for the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.
No. 2105Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 694, (771, 775, and 781 Station Avenue)
The properties at 771, 775, and 781 Station Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC1). New residential units and commercial floor area created on these properties are subject to specified amenity contributions, which are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2126Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 698, (Omnibus No. 61 – Part 3: Unlicensed Vehicles and Institutional Fencing)
The rules limit where unlicensed vehicles and automobile parts can be kept on lots, with different restrictions based on lot size and whether a lot is vacant. Fences on lots containing institutional uses are exempt from the height restrictions in the fence subsection.
No. 2132Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 699, (RS1 Text Amendment – 2120 Millstream Road)
At 2120 Millstream Road, the zoning text allows up to 62 townhouses and permits a floor area ratio of up to 0.56 if the property owner pays the amount specified in Schedule AD before a building permit is issued. The bylaw does not state the payment amount in the text provided.
No. 2135Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 701, (Omnibus No. 63 – Text Amendment to Remove Clause Requiring Second Parking Stall for Three-Bedroom Units)
Apartment parking requirements vary by location under the amended zoning table. The table sets spaces per dwelling unit and specifies how many must be designated for visitor parking.
No. 2137Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 702, (798 Gwendolynn Drive)
The property at 798 Gwendolynn Drive is rezoned from Rural Residential (RR2) to One- and Two-Family Residential (R2). The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for townhouse units and single family lots under 550 m2 on this property; these contributions are not eligible for the reduction in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2139Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 703, (2707 and 2711 Claude Road and 726 Percy Place)
Four properties at 2703 and 2707 Claude Road, 2711 Claude Road, and 726 Percy Place are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for residential units created on those properties and says those contributions are not eligible for the reduction in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2142Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 704, (820, 822, 824 and 826 Hockley Avenue)
The four properties at 820, 822, 824 and 826 Hockley Avenue are moved from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the City Centre (CC1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contribution amounts for residential units created on these properties and says they are not eligible for a reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2144Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 705, (3405 Happy Valley Road)
The property at 3405 Happy Valley Road is changed from the Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone to the Residential Small Lot 1 (RS1) Zone. For each residential unit created on a lot under 550 m2, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; those contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2019Adopted 2022
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 706 (982, 984, 986, 988 Bray Avenue)
Shaded portions of the properties at 982, 984, 986 and 988 Bray Avenue are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC1). New residential units on those properties are subject to per-unit contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund, based on the building storey where each unit is created.
No. 1927Adopted 2023
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 706, (957 Walfred Road)
The property at 957 Walfred Road is changed from the Residential Small Lot 1 (RS1) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for each townhouse unit on the property, with no eligibility for a reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2146Adopted 2026
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 707 (2614, 2616, 2618, 2622, 2626 Peatt Road and 2622, 2625 and 2629 Sunderland Road)
Seven properties on Peatt Road and Sunderland Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP), and the map is updated to identify Area 2. The bylaw sets amenity contributions for residential units and commercial floor area on these properties; the listed contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2151Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 709 (2832, 2834, 2836, and 2838 Knotty Pine Road)
The four properties at 2832, 2834, 2836, and 2838 Knotty Pine Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre (CC2). For residential units created on these properties, the bylaw sets amenity contributions and marks them as not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2154Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 710 (Text Amendment to Increase Daycare Capacity)
A group daycare with capacity for up to 53 children is added as a permitted use for the specified property at 1331 Westhills Drive. The amendment changes Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, 1999.
No. 2155Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 711 (Omnibus No. 64 – Provincial Government Housing Statutes: Transit-Oriented Areas)
For properties in the mapped Transit-Oriented Area that are rezoned after December 7, 2023, the zoning bylaw sets the minimum vehicle parking requirement at 0 spaces per dwelling unit. The bylaw defines a Transit-Oriented Area by reference to provincial regulations and adds the area map as Schedule W.
No. 2161Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 713), (960 Jenkins Avenue)
The property at 960 Jenkins Avenue is changed from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. The bylaw lists amenity contributions of $3,660 and $610 per residential unit, and says these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2162Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 714, (902 Walfred Road)
The property at 902 Walfred Road is changed from the Residential Small Lot (RS1) Zone to the Residential Townhouse (RT1) Zone. The bylaw also sets amenity contributions for each residential unit on the property; those contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2163Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 715, (875 and 881 Brock Avenue, and 2700, 2708, and 2712 Strathmore Road)
Five properties at 875 and 881 Brock Avenue and 2700, 2708, and 2712 Strathmore Road are rezoned from R2 to CC1 (City Centre). The bylaw sets a maximum capacity of 62 children for the listed properties and specifies amenity contributions for residential units and commercial floor area created.
No. 2166Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 718 (824, 832, 838 Goldstream Avenue)
The properties at 824, 832 and 838 Goldstream Avenue are rezoned to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP). Commercial gross floor area created on these properties is subject to an amenity contribution toward the General Amenity Reserve Fund.
No. 2169Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 719 (766, 770, 774, 778, 782 Meaford Avenue and 2911, 2912, 2914, 2916 Aprell Place)
The nine properties at 766, 770, 774, 778 and 782 Meaford Avenue and 2911, 2912, 2914 and 2916 Aprell Place are moved from the R2 zone to the CC1 zone. The amendment also sets amenity contributions for residential units and commercial space on these properties.
No. 2170Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 720, (798 Gwendolynn Drive)
At 798 Gwendolynn Drive, the zoning bylaw includes the property in a provision concerning townhouses. No more than 12 townhouse units may be on the property.
No. 2171Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 721, (2805 Carlow Road)
A portion of 2805 Carlow Road is moved from the P2 (Community Institutional) Zone to the CC1 (City Centre) Zone. The bylaw also lists the property’s amenity contributions as “Nil” and says it is not eligible for a reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2174Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 724 (2691 Sooke Road)
The property at 2691 Sooke Road is rezoned from Service Commercial (CS1) to Community Town Centre Pedestrian (C9). The amendment sets a commercial parking rate and amenity contributions for residential units created on the property, and removes one provision from the C9 zone.
No. 2180Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 725 (3321 Luxton Road)
The property at 3321 Luxton Road is changed from the Rural Residential (RR2) zone to the Attached Housing (RM2A) zone. For each residential unit created, the bylaw sets contributions to two reserve funds, with no eligibility for the reduction described in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2183Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 726 (Omnibus No. 65 – Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing)
More types of small-scale housing may be allowed on lots in specified Langford zones, including two-family homes, townhouses and suites. The bylaw sets unit limits by lot size, along with suite, parking and building requirements that vary by zone.
No. 2184Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 727 (1331 Westhills Drive)
At 1331 Westhills Drive, the zoning tables are amended to list 93 children and 118 spaces for commercial uses. The bylaw also deletes Section 6.92.01(1)(s) and renumbers the clauses that follow it.
No. 2188Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 728 (2787 Lakeview Terrace)
At 2787 Lakeview Terrace, the number of residential units may exceed three if the landowner pays the City the amount listed in Column 4 of Table 1 of Schedule AD. The payment must be made before a building permit is issued.
No. 2191Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 730 (946 Isabell Avenue)
The property at 946 Isabell Avenue is rezoned from R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) to RT1 (Residential Townhouse). Each residential unit created on the property is subject to specified amenity contributions, which are not eligible for the reduction in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2192Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 731 (967A and 967B Isabell Avenue)
The property at 967A and 967B Isabell Avenue is rezoned from R2 and RS1 to RT1 (Residential Townhouse 1). For each residential unit created, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to the General Amenity Reserve Fund and Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; these contributions are not eligible for the reduction described in Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2193Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 732 (991 and 995 Latoria Road)
A daycare at 991 and 995 Latoria Road may have up to 100 children. The change applies to the identified property only.
No. 2194Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 733 (2795 and 2799 Scafe Road)
The properties at 2795 and 2799 Scafe Road are changed from the R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) Zone to the CC1 (City Centre) Zone. The bylaw also lists amenity contributions for residential units on the 1st to 6th storeys, with no reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2199Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 736 (950 Bray Avenue and 2866 and 2870 Rita Road)
The three properties at 950 Bray Avenue and 2866 and 2870 Rita Road are rezoned from R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) to CC1 (City Centre 1). Residential units created on these properties are subject to specified amenity contributions, with a possible reduction to some General Amenity Reserve Fund contributions for a sidewalk extension.
No. 2201Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 737 (939 Klahanie Drive)
The property at 939 Klahanie Drive is rezoned from RR2 (Rural Residential) to RR5 (Rural Residential 5). For each new residential lot created, the bylaw sets amenity contributions to two City reserve funds; these contributions are not eligible for reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2203Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 738 (646 Atkins Avenue)
At 646 Atkins Avenue, the bylaw changes the property’s zoning from R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) to RS1 (Residential Small Lot). It also changes parking requirements for certain residential lots in a Restricted Zone and sets amenity contributions for development on the rezoned property.
No. 2204Adopted 2024
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 739 (2830 Jacklin Road, 2825, 2827, 2829, and 2831 Knotty Pine Road)
The five properties at 2830 Jacklin Road and 2825, 2827, 2829, and 2831 Knotty Pine Road are rezoned from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP). The bylaw sets a maximum building height of 6-storeys and specifies amenity contributions for residential units and commercial space created on these properties.
No. 2235Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 744 (897 Walfred Road)
The property at 897 Walfred Road is changed from the RR5 (Rural Residential 5) Zone to the R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) Zone. New lots created there are subject to specified contributions to the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and General Amenity Reserve Fund, based on lot area.
No. 2216Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 745 (893 Klahanie Drive)
The property at 893 Klahanie Drive is changed from the RR2 (Rural Residential) Zone to the RT1 (Residential Townhouse) Zone. The bylaw sets amenity contributions for each townhouse unit on the property, with no eligibility for a reduction under Section 2 of Schedule AD.
No. 2217Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 746 (691 Kodiak Way)
A school is added as a permitted use under Section 6.69C.01 of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, 1999. The bylaw title identifies 691 Kodiak Way.
No. 2227Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 748 (Text Amendment to the CD2 Zone)
Public Assembly and Entertainment Uses are added as a listed use in Section 6.91.01(3) of the CD2 Zone. The amendment does not specify further conditions or define these uses in the text provided.
No. 2234Adopted 2025
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 750 (2750 Leigh Road, MUE1 Text Amendment)
A place of worship is added as a permitted “Other” use for the specified property at 2750 Leigh Road. The amendment adds this use to the property’s MUE1 zoning text.
No. 377Land useAdopted 1977In force
Mobile Home Park Bylaw
Mobile home parks in Langford’s electoral area must meet rules for permits, layout, safety, services and maintenance. Residents need the park operator’s written permission and a building permit before starting additions or separate buildings on a space.
No. 1291ServicesAdopted 2010In force
Multi Utility with Schedules Bylaw
The bylaw establishes and governs Langford’s municipal water and energy services, including service applications, connections, use, fees, payment, and enforcement. It is organised around service areas and separate water and energy terms, with schedules covering connections, rates, charges, and other service details.
No. 177Community standardsAdopted 1996In force, as amended
Municipal Parks Bylaw
Park visitors must follow park hours and posted notices, protect park features, and avoid activities such as unauthorized camping, fires, sales, or cannabis smoking. Organized events require a City park permit and $5 million liability insurance; violations can result in removal of belongings and fines.
No. 2023Land useAdopted 2023In force
North Langford Storm DCC Bylaw
Development cost charges help fund the Spencer Pond overflow drain and apply only to DCC Contributing Lands shown shaded on Schedule “B”. Charges are payable when certain subdivisions are approved or building permits are issued, with the amount depending on the development type and size.
No. 1009Community standardsIn force
Nuisance (Controlled Substance) Bylaw
People cannot occupy certain properties used for controlled-substance activities until required safety inspections, repairs, cleaning and certifications are complete, fees are paid, and the Building Inspector removes a “Do not occupy” notice. The bylaw also prohibits unsafe alterations and nuisance conditions, and lets the City inspect properties, require corrective work and recover costs from owners or occupiers.
No. 2200Land useAdopted 2025In force
Official Community Plan Bylaw
The plan guides how Langford’s growth and development should take shape across the entire municipality, covering land use, transportation, housing, climate and infrastructure, ecology, economic activity, food systems, and community services. It is organized into 14 parts of goals and policies, supported by maps and appendices that include development permit area guidelines and environmental and hazard information.
No. 2024ServicesAdopted 2022In force
Parks DCC Bylaw
Residential subdivisions and building permits can trigger a parks development charge, with the amount set by the type of housing. Charges may be adjusted to match the building constructed; qualifying unpaid or unused charges are credited to a future charge event, but charges are not refunded.
No. 550EnvironmentAdopted 2001In force
Pollution and Obstruction of Watercourses Bylaw
Keep silt and substances harmful to fish and aquatic life out of Langford’s watercourses, ditches and drains. Owners and occupiers must maintain stormwater systems and silt or petroleum separators so these pollutants are not discharged from their land.
No. 1759Adopted 2018
Road Closure Bylaw No. 1759 (Un Named Stub Road off of West Shore Parkway)
The bylaw closes a 0.125-hectare portion of the unnamed stub road off West Shore Parkway to public traffic and cancels its status as a public highway. The closure takes effect when the closure plan and other required documents are deposited in the Victoria Land Title Office.
No. 2246Adopted 2026
Road Closure Bylaw No. 2246, 2026, (a portion of Aldwynd Road)
A 0.130 ha (13,993.08 ft2) portion of Aldwynd Road identified as “Closed Road” is authorized to be closed to traffic and removed from public highway status. The closure takes effect when the Road Closure Plan and other required documents are deposited in the Victoria Land Title Office.
No. 2021Land useIn force
Road DCC Bylaw
Road development cost charges help fund Langford road projects. They apply to certain residential subdivisions and building permits on the lands shaded as DCC Contributing Lands on Schedule “D”; charges must be paid before subdivision approval or building permit issuance.
No. 1600ServicesAdopted 2016In force, as amended
Sewer Utility Bylaw
Owners of properties served by a sanitary sewer main may have to connect buildings that generate sewage, pay sewer fees, and maintain their private service pipes. The bylaw also sets rules for connection work, septic tanks, sewer use, and fee assistance for eligible households.
No. 1877Adopted 2019
Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 3
The amendment replaces the sewer bylaw’s Schedule B with a fee table covering 2015–2020. The 2020 entries set charges for sewer connections, capital recovery, storage improvements and sewer use based on water consumption.
No. 1250Community standardsAdopted 2009In force, as amended
Sign Bylaw
Most signs in Langford need a permit, and the rules limit where signs can go, their size and height, and which types are allowed. Requirements vary by sign type and zone; some signs are exempt from permits, while others are prohibited.
No. 1800Land use, ServicesAdopted 2018In force
Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw
Get a soil permit before removing or depositing soil in Langford unless an exemption applies. The bylaw limits work hours, sets permit fees and expiry periods, and requires soil work to avoid hazards and protect waterways and nearby land.
No. 2022Land useAdopted 2022In force
South Langford Storm DCC Bylaw
Development on the lands shaded as Storm DCC Contributing Lands may incur a stormwater development cost charge. Charges apply to qualifying residential subdivisions and to building permits for residential, commercial, institutional, industrial and public utility development, and must be paid before subdivision approval or permit issuance.
No. 1175Community standardsAdopted 2008In force
Speed Limit Bylaw
Drivers must stay at or below 30km/h on the roads and road sections listed in the bylaw, with a stated 40km/hr limit on a specified section of Leigh Road. Non-arterial and non-collector roads in the Westhills Development are also limited to 30km/h and must have traffic-calming features.
No. 2233ServicesAdopted 2025In force
Streets and Traffic Bylaw
Rules for using Langford’s streets and City-controlled or City-owned parking lots cover traffic, vehicles, stopping, cycling and micromobility, and parking. The bylaw is organized into five parts: street use and vehicle regulations; traffic controls; parking; permits and licences; and administration, including officer authority and enforcement.
No. 1000Land useAdopted 2009In force, as amended
Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw
Subdivision and development in Langford must meet City requirements for arranging, designing and building highways and services, with the aim of supporting orderly development suited to its intended use and in harmony with the environment. The bylaw is organized into schedules covering procedures and fees, general requirements, earthworks, roads, drainage, sewage, water, utilities, irrigation, construction standards, drafting, parks and trails, and boulevard landscaping.
No. 1967Adopted 2021
Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw, Amendment No. 22, 2021 (Fee Schedule)
People applying for subdivision, strata, construction and related approvals face the fees listed in a replacement application-fee table. The amendment replaces Table 1 – 1, “Applications and Fees,” in the City’s Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1000.
No. 937Administration, Business, FinanceAdopted 2005
Tax Rate Bylaw 2005
For 2005, the bylaw sets property tax rates on taxable land and improvements to fund municipal, regional hospital, sewer-area debt and general debt purposes. Rates vary by property class and are stated per $1,000 of taxable value; the minimum tax on a parcel is $1.00.
No. 1017FinanceAdopted 2006
Tax Rate Bylaw 2006
Taxable property in Langford was charged 2006 taxes for municipal purposes, regional and regional hospital purposes, and municipal debt. The amount depended on the property’s assessment class and the rates in the attached schedule; a parcel’s minimum tax was One Dollar ($1.00).
No. 1090FinanceAdopted 2007
Tax Rate Bylaw 2007
For 2007, the bylaw sets property tax rates for municipal purposes, regional hospital purposes, regional district hospital purposes, Sewer Specified Area No. 1 debt, and general debt. The rates depend on property class, and the minimum tax on a parcel of real property is $1.00.
No. 1164FinanceAdopted 2008
Tax Rate Bylaw 2008
Taxable properties are charged 2008 municipal and other listed property taxes at rates that vary by property class. The bylaw also sets a minimum tax of $1.00 per parcel.
No. 1234FinanceAdopted 2009
Tax Rate Bylaw 2009
For 2009, property taxes are levied on taxable land and improvements using rates that depend on the property’s tax class. The rates fund municipal, regional hospital, regional hospital district, sewer-area debt and general debt purposes; the minimum tax on a parcel is $1.00.
No. 1284FinanceAdopted 2010
Tax Rate Bylaw 2010
Taxable land and improvements in Langford were taxed in 2010 for municipal purposes and the other purposes listed in the bylaw. The amount depended on the property class and the rates in Schedule A, expressed per $1,000 of taxable value.
No. 1336FinanceAdopted 2011
Tax Rate Bylaw 2011
Property taxes for 2011 are levied on taxable land and improvements in Langford, with rates based on the property’s tax class. The levy covers municipal purposes, regional hospital purposes, sewer debt in Sewer Specified Area No. 1, and general municipal debt; the minimum tax on a parcel is $1.00.
No. 1405FinanceAdopted 2012
Tax Rate Bylaw 2012
Taxable property in Langford was taxed for 2012 using rates based on property class and taxable value. The rates fund municipal purposes, regional and regional hospital district purposes, and municipal general debt; the minimum tax on a parcel is $1.00.
No. 1471FinanceAdopted 2013
Tax Rate Bylaw 2013
For 2013, property taxes were levied on taxable land and improvements to fund general municipal purposes, Regional District and Regional Hospital District purposes, and municipal general debt. The tax rates vary by property class and purpose, as set out in Schedule A.
No. 1524FinanceAdopted 2014
Tax Rate Bylaw 2014
For 2014, property taxes were levied on taxable land and improvements to fund municipal, Regional District, Regional Hospital District and municipal general debt purposes. The amount depended on the property’s taxable value and class, with a minimum tax of $1.00 per parcel.
No. 1566FinanceAdopted 2015
Tax Rate Bylaw 2015
For 2015, the bylaw sets property tax rates on taxable land and improvements for municipal purposes, regional district purposes, hospital purposes and municipal general debt. Rates vary by property class and are stated as dollars of tax per $1,000 of taxable value; the minimum tax on a parcel is One Dollar ($1.00).
No. 1629FinanceAdopted 2016
Tax Rate Bylaw 2016
For 2016, the bylaw sets property tax rates for municipal, Regional District, Regional Hospital District and municipal General Debt purposes. The rates depend on the property’s assessment class, and each parcel of real property has a minimum tax of One Dollar ($1.00).
No. 1688FinanceAdopted 2017
Tax Rate Bylaw 2017
For 2017, taxable property was charged municipal, Regional District and Regional Hospital District taxes based on its property class and taxable value. The bylaw sets the rates per $1,000 of taxable value and a minimum tax of $1.00 per parcel.
No. 1781FinanceAdopted 2018
Tax Rate Bylaw 2018
For 2018, property owners were charged municipal, Regional District and Regional Hospital District taxes based on taxable assessed value and property class. Schedule A sets the rates per $1,000 of taxable value; the minimum tax on a parcel was $1.00.
No. 1838FinanceAdopted 2019
Tax Rate Bylaw 2019
For 2019, property taxes were levied on taxable land and improvements to fund Langford’s general municipal purposes, the Regional District, and the Regional Hospital District. The tax rates varied by property class, and the minimum tax on a parcel was $1.00.
No. 1895FinanceAdopted 2020
Tax Rate Bylaw 2020
For 2020, the bylaw sets property tax rates for municipal purposes, the Regional District and the Regional Hospital District. The rates depend on the property's tax class and taxable value, and each parcel has a minimum tax of $1.00.
No. 1976FinanceAdopted 2021
Tax Rate Bylaw 2021
For 2021, the bylaw sets property tax rates for municipal, Capital Regional District and Regional Hospital District purposes, with rates varying by property class. It also sets a minimum tax of $1.00 per parcel of real property.
No. 2070FinanceAdopted 2022
Tax Rate Bylaw 2022
Taxable property in Langford was charged 2022 taxes for municipal, Regional District and Regional Hospital District purposes at rates set by property class. The minimum tax on a parcel of real property is One Dollar ($1.00).
No. 2131FinanceAdopted 2023
Tax Rate Bylaw 2023
For 2023, property taxes are levied on taxable land and improvements to fund municipal, Regional District and Regional Hospital District obligations. The tax rate depends on the property’s class, and the minimum tax on a parcel is $1.00.
No. 2168FinanceAdopted 2024
Tax Rate Bylaw 2024
For 2024, property taxes are levied on taxable land and improvements to fund the City’s general purposes, the Regional District, and the Regional Hospital District. The amount depends on the property’s class and taxable value, with rates set per $1,000 of taxable value.
No. 2224FinanceAdopted 2025
Tax Rate Bylaw 2025
For 2025, the bylaw sets property tax rates for municipal, regional district and regional hospital purposes, based on taxable assessed value and property class. It also sets a minimum tax of $1.00 on each parcel of real property.
No. 2282FinanceAdopted 2026
Tax Rate Bylaw 2026
The bylaw sets 2026 tax rates for municipal, Regional District and Regional Hospital District purposes, charged per $1,000 of taxable value. It also sets a minimum tax of $1.00 on each parcel of real property.
No. 2265Adopted 2026
The Langford Station Bylaw
Visitors to Langford Station must follow rules on conduct, animals, devices and parking; activities such as selling, performing or holding events generally need authorization. The bylaw sets permit and vendor fees, enforcement powers, and fines for violations.
No. 1909Adopted 2020
Ticket Information Bylaw No. 34, 1993 Amendment
Businesses operating while their licence is suspended or revoked can receive a $500 ticket for either offence. The amendment adds these ticketable offences to Schedule 5 of Langford’s Ticket Information Bylaw.
No. 1907Adopted 2020
Ticket Information Bylaw No. 34, 1993 Amendment
Businesses covered by the COVID-19 business regulation rules can receive a $500 ticket for any of 12 listed offences. The amendment adds those offences and ticket amounts to Langford’s ticket schedule, and is repealed when the later of two specified emergency declarations is repealed.
No. 1871Adopted 2019
Traffic Bylaw No. 33 Amendment No. 23
The amendment replaces the application form for an Extraordinary Traffic Agreement and replaces the application form for constructing, using, and maintaining works within a roadway or lane. The new Schedule C includes an expiry date, but the text provided does not state that date or the forms’ detailed requirements.
No. 2160Adopted 2024
Transit-oriented Area Bylaw
The area within a 400 metre radius of the Langford Exchange is designated as a Transit-Oriented Area. Density and height approvals there will be considered under provincial requirements; land not zoned to permit residential use is exempt, as shown on the bylaw’s map.
No. 2269Land use, ServicesAdopted 2026In force
Tree Protection Bylaw
Protected Trees on any property in Langford generally cannot be cut, removed or damaged unless an exception applies or the City issues a Tree Permit. Permits can require replacement trees, security and protective measures during construction; violations can lead to fines and replacement requirements.
No. 300Land useAdopted 1999In force
Zoning Bylaw
The bylaw sets the rules for how land and water areas in Langford may be used or subdivided, where buildings and structures may be placed, and how parking, loading, screening and landscaping are handled. It is organised into parts covering definitions, general compliance and regulations, parking and bicycle rules, how zones are established, and rules for individual zones; schedules include the zoning map and additional area-specific regulations.