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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council — October 16th, 2017
Official minutes for the City of Langford regular Council meeting held October 16, 2017, recording attendance, public hearings, Development Variance Permits, bylaw readings/adoptions, reports received, and the in-camera resolution.
Key facts
- Meeting date/time: Monday, October 16, 2017 @ 5:30 p.m.; adjourned at 5:59 p.m.
- Location: Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue
- Mayor S. Young and Councillors D. Blackwell, L. Seaton, M. Sahlstrom, W. Sifert, and R. Wade present; Councillor L. Szpak absent
- Public hearings held for Bylaw No. 1731 (2955 Irwin Rd), Bylaw No. 1736 (2874 Leigh Rd), and Bylaw No. 1740 (1253 Goldstream Ave)
- Development Variance Permits approved: DVP17-0021 — 2174 Bellamy Rd; DVP17-0022 — 721 Station Ave (freestanding sign variance)
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council — October 16th, 2017
Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue
Monday, October 16th, 2017 @ 5:30 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor S. Young, Councillors: D. Blackwell, L. Seaton, M. Sahlstrom, W. Sifert, and R. Wade.
ATTENDING
Chief Administrative Officer, D. Kiedyk; Director of Engineering, M. Mahovlich; Director of Planning, M. Baldwin; Manager of Parks and Recreation, C. Manton; and Director of Corporate Services, B. Hutchins
ABSENT
Councillor L. Szpak; Director of Finance, M. Dillabaugh
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
That Council approve the agenda with the addition of Bylaw No. 1718 as item 8 (j) for adoption and Bylaw No. 1743 as item 8 (k) for adoption.
CARRIED.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) BYLAW NO. 1731
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 502, (2955 Irwin Rd), 2017".
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1731 at 5:31 p.m.
Mayor Young advised members of the audience that any person present who believes that his or her interest is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be given an opportunity to be heard on the matters contained in the proposed bylaw. Those who wish to speak concerning this proposed bylaw should give their name, address and views concerning the proposed bylaw. Mayor Young advised that after everyone has expressed their views, he shall state three times "Is there anyone else who wishes to be heard", and if no further views are forthcoming, the Public Hearing shall be declared closed.
The City Planner advised that Duncan Magee with Keycorp Developments has applied to amend the zoning of 2955 Irwin Road from the RR4 (Rural Residential 4) Zone to the RS3 (Residential Small Lot) Zone. This is being proposed in order to allow for the development of an 18 lot small lot subdivision that will include trail and park improvements.
This proposal is consistent with the Hillside and Shoreline policy designation within Langford's Official Community Plan.
As part of this application, a public hearing is required in accordance with the regulations of the Local Government Act.
As a bonus for increased density the applicant has agreed to provide the following in accordance with Council policy:
- $ 6,000 per lot or $3960 per small lot towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund;
- $1000 per lot or $660 per small lot towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund;
Notifications and advertisements have been placed as required by Council policy.
The Mayor called a first time for presentations.
A resident on Ravensview Drive thanked Council for a job well done on recent infrastructure projects. Noted that the developer is going to great lengths to make this a good project. Raised concerns about water on Ravensview Drive, in particular low water problems. The resident asked that this be checked on.
Mayor Young called a second time for presentations.
None presented.
The Mayor called a third and final time for presentation, there being none, the Mayor officially declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1731 closed at 5:36 p.m.
Councillor Seaton arrived at 5:44pnn.
b) BYLAW NO. 1736
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 468, (2874 Leigh Rd), 2017".
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1736 at 5:37 p.m.
Mayor Young advised members of the audience that any person present who believes that his or her interest is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be given an opportunity to be heard on the matters contained in the proposed bylaw. Those who wish to speak concerning this proposed bylaw should give their name, address and views concerning the proposed bylaw. Mayor Young advised that after everyone has expressed their views, he shall state three times "Is there anyone else who wishes to be heard", and if no further views are forthcoming, the Public Hearing shall be declared closed.
The City Planner advised that Carole Hutchinson of Design One — Stevens Interiors has applied on behalf of Derek Hass to amend the text of the R1 (One- and Two-Family) Zone to allow a secondary suite in an accessory building at 2874 Leigh Road.
As part of this application, a Public Hearing is required in accordance with the regulations of the Local Government Act.
In support of these/this application, the applicant has agreed to provide a Section 219 Covenant registered in priority of all other charges on title that agrees that:
- All frontage improvements, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering, be constructed or that cash-in-lieu of sidewalks, in an amount to be determined by the Director of Engineering be paid to the City, prior to Building Permit issuance.
This proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan Hillside and Shoreline designation.
Notifications and advertisements have been placed as required by Council policy. Staff have received three letters of support for the application and one letter of concern. These letters have been included in the Public Hearing package.
The Mayor called a first time for presentations.
Resident on Kiwi Road gave okay for project with certain conditions. Concerned that there may be a bigger garage for the surrounding site. Also concerned of decks, windows and doors facing his yard. Lastly, concerned about the potential sale and safety of his yard.
Matthew Baldwin provided clarification. Existing house will be a garage with secondary new suite in location of existing garage.
Mayor Young called a second time for presentations.
The owner of the property provided clarification. Secondary suite will be close to the water. New principle dwelling will be where the garage is now, but will be slightly closer to the neighbouring property. The owner also clarified window positions and screening in neighbouring yard.
Mayor Young asked for a letter saying that it will be owner occupied.
The owner is committed to share plans with neighbours.
The Mayor called a third and final time for presentation, there being none, the Mayor officially declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1736 closed at 5:49 p.m.
c) BYLAW NO. 1740
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 506, (1253 Goldstream Ave), 2017".
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1740 at 5:49 p.m.
Mayor Young advised members of the audience that any person present who believes that his or her interest is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be given an opportunity to be heard on the matters contained in the proposed bylaw. Those who wish to speak concerning this proposed bylaw should give their name, address and views concerning the proposed bylaw. Mayor Young advised that after everyone has expressed their views, he shall state three times "Is there anyone else who wishes to be heard", and if no further views are forthcoming, the Public Hearing shall be declared closed.
The City Planner advised that Duncan Magee has applied on behalf of 0880712 BC LTD to amend the zoning of the northerly portion of 1253 Goldstream Avenue from the R1 (One-Family Residential) Zone to the RS4 (Residential Small Lot 4) Zone.
This is being proposed in order to allow for the development of a five lot subdivision.
As part of this application, a public hearing is required in accordance with the regulations of the Local Government Act.
In support of these/this application, the applicant has agreed to provide the following:
- $3,960 towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund for one new lot;
- $660 towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for one new lot;
- A Section 219 Covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees to the following: a. Register a Statutory Right of Way along the strata common property access road and through a 1.8m wide portion of Proposed Lot 4 along the outer edge of the fish bearing stream SPEA boundary, reaching the property to be dedicated to the City as park. The SRW shall contain a clause that the City will discharge the SRW once an alternate access has been established; b. That a Stormwater Management Plan shall be provided and all required measures recommended shall be implemented by the owner as a condition of Subdivision approval, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering; c. That a Construction Parking Management Plan be provided to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to any alteration of the land.
- That the applicant pay cash-in-lieu for frontage improvements to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to subdivision.
This proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan Hillside and Shoreline designation.
Notifications and advertisements have been placed as required by Council policy.
The Mayor called a first time for presentations.
None presented.
Mayor Young called a second time for presentations.
Resident on Goldstream Avenue raised concerns about fill and flooding, asked about park access and raised concerns on parking, especially with suites.
Matthew Baldwin provided clarification on parking requirements.
The Mayor called a third and final time for presentation, there being none, the Mayor officially declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1740 closed at 5:50 p.m.
4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
a) Minutes of the Meeting of Council — October 2nd, 2017
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SEATON
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
That Council approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held on October 2 nd, 2017.
CARRIED.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
None.
6. DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT
a) DVP17-0021 — 2174 Bellamy Rd
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Development Variance Permit No. DVP17-0021 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Jared Steingard of Westbrook Consulting on behalf of 1106018 BC Ltd. to vary the interior side yard setback and lot width regulations at 2174 Bellamy Rd subject to the following terms and conditions:
Appendix
The site shall be developed in accordance with the site plan attached (Appendix A).Variances
The following regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 are varied under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:
a) That Section 6.21.02(3) is varied by reducing the lot width from the required 16m (52 ft) to 13.5m (44 ft)
b) That Section 6.21.06(4) is varied by reducing the interior side yard setback from the required 3.0m (10 ft) to 1.5m (5 ft).Conditions
The following requirements are imposed under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:
I. That the site is developed in accordance with the plan attached to this report as Appendix A;
II. That the applicant install a standard 6-foot tall wooden fence along the southern property line of the duplex lot prior to Subdivision Approval.
CARRIED.
b) DVP17-0022 — 721 Station Ave
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Development Variance Permit No. DVP17-0022 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Dan Hansen has applied on behalf Paul Helpard (Big Rock Investments) for a development variance permit to allow a freestanding sign with a height of 7m and a sign area of 8m2 at 721 Station Avenue subject to the following terms and conditions:
Appendix
The site shall be developed in accordance with the site plan attached (Appendix A).Variances
The following regulations of Sign Bylaw No. 1250 are varied under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:
a) That Section 11(a)(iii) of Sign Bylaw No. 1250 be varied from a maximum height of 3.5m with a maximum sign area of 4.5m2 per road frontage to a maximum height of 7m with a maximum sign area of 8m2 per road frontage.
CARRIED.
7. REPORTS
a) Quarterly (3rd) Report — July 1st, 2017 to September 30th, 2017
- Staff Report (Land Development)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council receive the Quarterly (3rd) Report for July 1st, 2017 to September 30th, 2017 as presented.
CARRIED.
8. BYLAWS
a) BYLAW NO. 1697
"Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 23, (866 Latoria Rd), 2017". (FIRST READING)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SIFERT
That Council give Bylaw No. 1697 First Reading.
CARRIED.
b) BYLAW NO. 1698
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 487, (866 Latoria Rd), 2017". (FIRST READING)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council give Bylaw No. 1698 First Reading.
CARRIED.
c) BYLAW NO. 1720
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 494, (3343, 3347 & 3359 Luxton Rd), 2017". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1720.
CARRIED.
d) BYLAW NO. 1731
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 502, (2955 Irwin Rd), 2017". (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council give Bylaw No. 1731 Second and Third Reading.
CARRIED.
e) BYLAW NO. 1736
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 468, (2874 Leigh Rd), 2017". (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council give Bylaw No. 1736 Second and Third Reading.
CARRIED.
f) BYLAW NO. 1738
"Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 27, (Omnibus Amendment to Map 2 — Growth Management & Land Use Strategy), 2017". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1738.
CARRIED.
g) BYLAW NO. 1740
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 506, (1253 Goldstream Ave), 2017". (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council give Bylaw No. 1740 Second and Third Reading.
CARRIED.
h) BYLAW NO. 1745
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 511, (681 Rockingham Rd), 2017". (FIRST READING)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council give Bylaw No. 1745 First Reading.
CARRIED.
i) BYLAW NO. 1747
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 513, (1067 & 1077 Goldstream Avenue), 2017". (FIRST READING)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council give Bylaw No. 1747 First Reading.
CARRIED.
Councillor Seaton left the meeting due to conflict.
j) BYLAW NO. 1718
"City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1718, 2017." (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1718.
CARRIED.
k) BYLAW NO. 1743
"City of Langford Tax Exemption Seniors' Assisted Living Bylaw No. 1743, 2017." (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1743.
CARRIED.
Councillor Seaton returned to the meeting.
9. IN CAMERA RESOLUTION
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
a) That it is the opinion of Council that the public interest requires that persons other than members of Council and Officers be excluded from the meeting to consider confidential information regarding the potential provision of a municipal service under Section 90 (1) (k) of the Community Charter.
b) That Council continues the meeting in closed session.
CARRIED.
Councillor Seaton entered the meeting again.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The Chair adjourned the meeting at 5:59 pm.
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