MattersHousingBYLAW NO. 2248First seen Feb 2, 2026Last discussed Sep 8, 2026
1234 Goldstream Avenue secondary suites
AdoptedA zoning change allows secondary suites in townhomes at 1234 Goldstream Avenue, where seven townhomes were previously approved. The property may have up to two suites and must provide three visitor parking stalls, adding rental homes while addressing parking needs.
Where it stands: Zoning amendment adopted Sep 8, 2026.
Governing bylawNo. 2248
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.”
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Timeline
Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.
Zoning amendment adopted for secondary suites
Council adopted the zoning text amendment for 1234 Goldstream Avenue (Bylaw No. 2248); Councillor Colby Harder was recorded as opposed.
Decision: Adopted the zoning text amendment for 1234 Goldstream Avenue.
Adopted 5–1· Against: Colby Harder
Three readings given to allow secondary suites
Council gave first, second and third readings to a text amendment for 1234 Goldstream Avenue to allow additional rental suites.
Discussion
Council discussed neighbourhood impacts and parking; Councillor Harder opposed the readings citing neighbourhood concerns; others supported the modest additional rental units as improving housing options.
Decision: Gave first, second and third readings to amendment allowing extra suites at 1234 Goldstream Avenue.
Passed 3–1· Against: Colby Harder
Secondary suites proposed for townhomes at 1234 Goldstream
Council approved consideration of Bylaw No. 2248 to permit secondary suites in townhouse units at 1234 Goldstream Ave with conditions (covenants, parking, heat pumps, limits on suites, visitor stalls).
Discussion
There was public concern about parking along Goldstream Avenue and the project's steep topography; Council balanced parking, strata enforcement of garages, and climate-control measures and directed the bylaw forward with conditions. Two members (Mayor Goodmanson and Councillor Harder) opposed the motion.
Decision: Gave first, second and third readings to allow secondary suites in townhomes at 1234 Goldstream.
Passed
- Patsy HamiltonConcerned · Heat Road and Southern Sunderland rezoning
Questions the unit breakdown and whether three-bedroom units would reduce accessible parking or adaptable units. - A residentSupports · Goldstream townhouse proposal
States: Defends the Goldstream townhouse proposal, citing bylaw-compliant parking and a reduction from three suites to two.
- Patsy HamiltonConcerned · Heat Road and Southern Sunderland rezoning