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MeetingsMon, Aug 17, 20202018–2022 Council

Regular Council

AgendaMinutes

Summary

  • Adopted deferment of the 2020 tax sale, postponing property tax sale until September 27, 2021 (Bylaw 1928).
  • Approved sale of ~1.8 hectares at West Shore Parkway and Goldstream Ave to Canwest Hotels; ordered surveys.
  • Gave second and third readings to new downtown City Centre 1 zoning, enabling higher-density downtown builds (Bylaw 1904).
  • Adopted residential zone consolidation, simplifying one- and two-family and small-lot rules across Langford (Bylaw 1864).
  • Gave first reading and authorized variances for a 6-storey mixed-use building at 494 Goldstream Avenue; 71 units proposed (Bylaw 1905).

Decisions

What council voted on, in agenda order.

12 decisions
  • Named the new park on Azurite Crescent Southpoint Park.

    6.a.2 · Naming of the New Park on Azurite Crescent

    Moved by Seaton, seconded by Wade
  • Directed staff to request provincial adjudication regulation and prepare bylaws and policies.

    6.b.2 · Approval to Develop a Bylaw Notice Adjudication System

    Moved by Szpak, seconded by Stewart
  • Issued a three-year temporary use permit for a truck terminal at 2981/2985 Awsworth Rd.

    8.a · TUP20-0004 - 2981 AND 2985 Awsworth Rd

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Approved a three-year temporary use permit for a children's coding program at 890 Goldstream Ave.

    9.a · Application for a Temporary Use Permit at 890 Goldstream Avenue to allow the operation of an after-school computer coding programing for children. - Staff Report (Planning)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Gave first reading to rezoning to City Centre for 494 Goldstream Ave and authorized variances.

    9.b · Variances Associated with Rezoning of 494 Goldstream Avenue from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone to City Centre (CC1) to Allow for a 6-Storey Mixed-Use Building - Staff Report (Planning)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Approved disposition terms with Canwest Hotels Ltd and directed staff to proceed with subdivision surveys.

    9.c · Disposition of Portions of 2855 West Shore Parkway and 1365 Goldstream Ave - Staff Report (Administration)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Adopted the fees and charges bylaw.

    10.a · Bylaw NO. 1847 "City of Langford Fees and Charges, Amendment No. 13, Bylaw No. 1847, 2020" (Adoption)

    Moved by Seaton, seconded by Wade
  • Adopted the zoning bylaw amendments for residential zone combining.

    10.b · Bylaw NO. 1864 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 574, (Omnibus No. 52 - Residential Zone Combining), Bylaw No. 1864, 2020" (Adoption)

    Moved by Wade, seconded by Blackwell
  • Adopted zoning amendments affecting 1100 McCallum Rd and 2780 Spencer Rd.

    10.c · Bylaw NO. 1885 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 583, (1100 McCallum Rd and 2780 Spencer Rd), Bylaw No. 1885, 2020" (Adoption)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Adopted zoning amendments affecting multiple properties on Meaford Ave.

    10.d · Bylaw NO. 1893 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 586, (721, 749, 755, 759, 767, 769 Meaford Ave), Bylaw No. 1893, 2020" (Adoption)

    Moved by Wade, seconded by Blackwell
  • Gave second and third readings to the zoning bylaw adding City Centre 1 zone.

    10.e · Bylaw NO. 1904 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 589, (Omnibus No. 51 - City Centre 1 Zone), Bylaw No. 1904, 2020" (Second AND Third Readings)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade
  • Gave first reading to the rezoning for 494 Goldstream Ave.

    10.f · Bylaw NO. 1905 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 590, (494 Goldstream Ave), Bylaw No. 1905, 2020" (First Reading)

    Moved by Blackwell, seconded by Wade

Agenda

35 items · select one for details, debate and documents

Summary

The Acting Mayor called the meeting to order.

Call to Order

Summary

Council approved the meeting agenda as presented.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Seaton

That Council approve the agenda as presented.

AgendaProcedural

Summary

Public hearings were scheduled for two zoning bylaw amendments (Bylaw Nos. 1904 and 1920).

Public Hearing

Summary

Public hearing for proposed CC1 City Centre 1 Zone to be added to the Zoning Bylaw.

Documents (2)

Public hearing notice header describing purpose of Bylaw No. 1904 to add the CC1 (City Centre 1) Zone to the Zoning Bylaw for Langford's City Centre Development Permit Area.

Bylaw: No. 1904 (Langford Zoning Bylaw, amendment to add CC1 City Centre 1 Zone)File No.: Z19-0012Hearing scheduled: Monday, 17 August 2020Purpose: apply CC1 zone to future redevelopment within City Centre DPA
Public Hearing – Bylaw No. 1904 (File No. Z19-0012)

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Public notice advising the public that Bylaw No. 1904 is before Council, providing instructions for electronic participation, where to view materials, and contact information for planning staff.

Public Hearing by electronic means on Monday, 17 August 2020 at 5:30 pmCopies of complete bylaw and materials available at www.langford.ca or by request to planning@langford.caContact: Lauren/Leah in Planning (phone 250-478-7882, email listed)Notice signed by Braden Hutchins, Director of Corporate Services
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — Bylaw No. 1904

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — Bylaw No. 1904

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — Bylaw No. 1920

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ZoningCC1Public HearingCity Centre

Summary

Public hearing for a package of various zoning bylaw amendments.

Documents (3)

Public hearing notice header describing purpose of Bylaw No. 1920 which proposes various housekeeping amendments to the Zoning Bylaw including removal of flex suites from C9 and amendments to CD20 density bonus provisions.

Bylaw: No. 1920 (Omnibus No. 53 – Various Amendments)File No.: Z20-0015Purpose: housekeeping amendments to remove flex suites from C9, amend CD20 density bonus provisions, minimum lot size exemptions for boundary adjustments, and amend Schedule E of CD1Hearing scheduled: Monday, 17 August 2020
Public Hearing – Bylaw No. 1920 (File No. Z20-0015)

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Text of Bylaw No. 1920 setting out omnibus amendments to the Zoning Bylaw: adds transportation corridor use wording, boundary adjustment subdivision exceptions, amenity contributions table adjustments, CD20 density bonus clarifications and replacement of Schedule E.

Adds phrase 'transportation corridor' to Section 3.22.03(1)Proposes Approving Officer authority for boundary adjustment subdivisions under specified conditions (no new lots, adjoining lots, <20% reduction limits, siting compliance)Table 1 – Amenity Contributions (e.g., $5,400 per one-family lot ≥550 m2 toward General Amenity Reserve Fund; $3,294 per townhouse/two-family/apartment unit toward General Amenity Reserve Fund; amounts toward Affordable Housing Reserve Fund listed)Deletes and replaces Schedule 'E' with Schedule 'A'
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 597 (Bylaw No. 1920, 2020)

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Public notice advising the public of Bylaw No. 1920 public hearing, how to participate electronically, where to view materials, and planning contact information.

Public Hearing by electronic means on Monday, 17 August 2020 at 5:30 pmMaterials available at www.langford.ca or by emailing planning@langford.caContact: Leah Stohmann in Planning (250-478-7882, lstohmann@langford.ca)Notice signed by Braden Hutchins, Director of Corporate Services
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — Bylaw No. 1920 (City of Langford)

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News Article — Improvements flow into Sooke salmon hatchery

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — Bylaw No. 1904 (City of Langford)

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NOTICE (Storage Auction)

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ZoningOmnibusPublic Hearing

Summary

Council approved the minutes of the July 20, 2020 meeting.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Seaton

That Council approve the minutes of the special meetings of Council held on July 20, 2020.

Documents (1)

Official minutes of the City of Langford Regular Meeting of Council held July 20, 2020 (teleconference), recording attendance, public hearings, resolutions on bylaws (including Bylaws 1864, 1904, 1915, 1920), reports and in-camera motion.

Meeting date: July 20, 2020; meeting began at 5:46 pm and adjourned at 7:36 pmCouncil decisions included rescinding first reading and giving new first reading to Bylaw No.1904, and giving first reading to Bylaw No.1920Adopted Bylaws: e.g., Bylaw No. 1678 adopted; Bylaw No. 1847 given readingsIn-Camera resolution pursuant to section 90(1)(e) and (k) of the Community CharterRecorded attendees: Mayor S. Young; Councillors Blackwell, Sahlstrom, Seaton, Stewart, Szpak, Wade
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council – July 20th, 2020 - Part 1 of 2

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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council – July 20th, 2020 - Part 2 of 2

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MinutesProcedural

Summary

Council received minutes from external boards and commissions.

BoardsMinutes

Summary

Council received the West Shore Parks and Recreation Board minutes from June 18, 2020.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor R. Wade

That Council receive the minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Board of Directors Meeting held on June 18, 2020.

Documents (1)

Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board meeting held June 18, 2020 covering elections of officers, finance committee updates, JDF arena/pool status, RFPs, staffing and pandemic-related operational adjustments.

Meeting date: June 18, 2020; Chair elected: Kyara Kahakauwila; Vice-Chair: Damian KowalewichFinance Committee motion to reduce deficit to $0 with understanding that youth programming be prioritizedJDF Arena floor found in worse condition than expected; JDF arena and pool closure discussion and press release amended regarding closure timingRFP results: KPMG successful proponent for external audit services (2020-2024)$16,000 Breakfast Club of Canada grant awarded to F&B department for meal supports
Minutes – West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board of Directors (June 18, 2020)

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Call to Order

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Chair's Remarks

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Election of Officers

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Appointments

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Approval of Agenda

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Approval of Minutes

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Public Participation

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Standing Committees

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Old Business

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New Business

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For Information

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In Camera

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Adjournment

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ParksMinutes

Summary

Council considered and acted on several committee recommendations.

CommitteesResolutions

Summary

Council received the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee minutes from July 23, 2020.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Seaton

That Council receive the minutes of the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee held on July 23, 2020.

Documents (1)

Minutes of the PRC&B Committee meeting on July 23, 2020 including updates on parks/trails needs assessment, Jordie Lunn Bike Park, beach stewardship/ambassadors, wharf replacements, and a correspondence recommending naming a new park on Azurite Crescent.

Meeting date: July 23, 2020; Chair Councillor L. SeatonCommittee recommended Council consider naming the new park on Azurite Crescent 'Southpoint Park'Verbal updates: Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Needs Assessment; Jordie Lunn Bike Park construction; beach stewardship and wharf replacement projectsMotion to approve minutes of January 23, 2020
Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee Minutes (July 23, 2020)

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ParksMinutes

Summary

Council named the new park on Azurite Crescent "Southpoint Park".

Location

Azurite Crescent

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Seaton

That Council name the new park on Azurite Crescent "Southpoint Park".

Documents (1)

Letter from Ron Coutre, President of Southpoint, requesting the new park on Azurite Crescent be officially named 'Southpoint Park' and forwarded to Council for consideration.

Sender: Ron Coutre, President of SouthpointSubject: Naming of the New Park on Azurite CrescentCommittee recommendation: that Council consider the name 'Southpoint Park'Page is scanned/image-dominant (original letter inserted)
Introduction

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SOUTHPOINT

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Park NamingParks

Summary

Council received the Protective Services Committee minutes from July 28, 2020.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Szpak

That Council receive the minutes of the Protective Services Committee held on July 28, 2020.

Documents (1)

Minutes of the Protective Services Committee held July 28, 2020 covering departmental updates (Building, Bylaw, Fire), West Shore RCMP reports, approval to develop a Bylaw Notice Adjudication System, Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and an Evacuation Route Plan and HRVA.

Meeting date: July 28, 2020; Chair Councillor L. SzpakCommittee received West Shore RCMP 2019 Annual Year End Report and 2020-2021 Annual Performance Plan as informationRecommended Council direct staff to request provincial regulation to enable Bylaw Notice Adjudication System and prepare related bylaws/policyReceived Community Wildfire Protection Plan and Evacuation Route Plan & Hazard, Risk, Vulnerabilities Assessment as information
Minutes – Protective Services Committee (July 28, 2020)

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Protective ServicesMinutes

Summary

Council directed staff to request provincial regulation enabling adjudication and to prepare bylaws/policies to implement a bylaw adjudication system.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Szpak

That Council direct Staff to formally request the Ministry of Attorney General to enact a regulation to make the Local Government Bylaw Notice Enforcement Act applicable to the City of Langford; and that Council direct Staff to prepare a Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, Screening Officer Policy, and amendments to existing bylaws as necessary to implement a bylaw adjudication system.

Bylaw EnforcementAdjudicationProtective Services

Summary

Council received the evacuation route plan and hazard, risk, vulnerabilities assessment for information.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Szpak

That Council receive the report for information only.

EvacuationHazard Assessment

Summary

Multiple residents (primarily Spencer Road mobile home park) voiced concerns about compensation, covenants, and developer communications; the developer responded with details about servicing, protections, and plans.

Location

Spencer Road

White Pine Terrace

Carr Road

Spencer RoadMobile Home ParkCompensationPublic Input

Summary

Council considered Notices of Intent including a Temporary Use Permit application.

Notice of IntentTUP

Summary

Council issued TUP20-0004 to allow operation of a truck terminal at 2981 and 2985 Awsworth Rd subject to specified conditions and variances.

Location

2981 Awsworth Rd

2985 Awsworth Rd

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Temporary Use Permit No. TUP20-0004 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Niall Paltiel, Keycorp Consulting Ltd. (on behalf of Susan Gale and Todd Edward Wilson) to allow for the operations of a truck terminal facility at 2981 and 2985 Awsworth Rd subject to the terms, variances and conditions set out in the staff report.

Temporary Use PermitTUPTruck TerminalAwsworth Rd

Summary

Council considered several staff reports including temporary use permits, variances associated with rezoning, and land disposition.

ReportsPlanningAdministration

Summary

Council approved a Temporary Use Permit for a children's computer programming school at 890 Goldstream Ave for three years with conditions.

Location

890 Goldstream Avenue

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council proceed with the consideration of Temporary Use Permit TUP20-0003 at 890 Goldstream Avenue to allow a computer programming school for children for the period of three years, subject to the terms and conditions set out in the staff report.

Temporary Use PermitEducationGoldstream Avenue

Summary

Council gave first reading to Bylaw 1905 to rezone 494 Goldstream Avenue to CC1 and authorized several variances for the form and character development permit.

Location

494 Goldstream Avenue

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council give 1st reading to Bylaw 1905 to amend the zoning designation of the property located at 494 Goldstream Avenue from R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) to CC1 (City Centre); and authorize the Director of Planning to issue the specified variances in the Form and Character Development Permit.

RezoningVariancesGoldstream AvenueCC1

Summary

Council approved the disposition terms with Canwest Hotels Ltd for approximately 1.8 ha of land and directed staff to proceed with legal surveys to subdivide the lands into two ultimate lots.

Location

2855 West Shore Parkway

1365 Goldstream Ave

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council approve the disposition on the terms and conditions of the attached purchase and sale agreement with Canwest Hotels Ltd for an approximate 1.8 ha portion of the properties described; and direct Staff to proceed with legal surveys to subdivide the lands to be purchased from the parent parcels into two ultimate lots.

DispositionLand SaleCanwestWest Shore ParkwayGoldstream Ave

Summary

Council considered a set of bylaws for adoption and readings.

BylawsAdoptionReadings

Summary

Council adopted Bylaw No. 1847 amending the City's Fees and Charges bylaw.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor L. Seaton

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1847.

FeesChargesBylaw Adoption

Summary

Council adopted Bylaw No. 1864 (zoning amendments - residential zone combining).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor R. Wade

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1864.

ZoningBylaw AdoptionResidential

Summary

Council adopted a zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 1885) related to 1100 McCallum Rd and 2780 Spencer Rd.

Location

1100 McCallum Rd

2780 Spencer Rd

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1885.

ZoningBylaw AdoptionMcCallum RdSpencer Rd

Summary

Council adopted Bylaw No. 1893 for zoning amendments affecting multiple Meaford Ave addresses.

Location

721 Meaford Ave

749 Meaford Ave

755 Meaford Ave

759 Meaford Ave

767 Meaford Ave

769 Meaford Ave

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor R. Wade

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1893.

ZoningBylaw AdoptionMeaford Ave

Summary

Council gave Bylaw No. 1904 second and third readings to add the CC1 City Centre 1 Zone to the Zoning Bylaw.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council give Bylaw No. 1904 second and third readings.

Documents (1)

Text of Bylaw No. 1904 adding the City Centre 1 (CC1) Zone to the Langford Zoning Bylaw, including permitted uses, lot and setback regulations, parking rules, and density provisions (including an FAR increase mechanism tied to amenity contributions and design requirements).

Adds Section 6.57 – City Centre Zone (CC1)Permitted uses include apartment, townhouse, retail, restaurant, hotel, library, office, etc.Minimum lot creation restriction: no lot < 2,000 m2 may be created by subdivision in CC1 (6.57.02)Density/FAR: floor area ratio may be increased to 5.0 subject to payment and provision of 100 m2 or 5% common outdoor amenity and 80% active frontageSetbacks: varied by building height (e.g., portions 2 storeys or less: min 2 m front/exterior; 3+ storeys: min 4 m front/exterior), additional façade setback rules for >6 storeysParking: unenclosed surface parking restrictions and screening requirements (6.57.08)
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 589 (Bylaw No. 1904, 2020)

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ZoningCC1Readings

Summary

Council gave first reading to Bylaw No. 1905 to rezone 494 Goldstream Avenue to CC1.

Location

494 Goldstream Avenue

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by Councillor D. Blackwell

That Council give Bylaw No. 1905 first reading.

ZoningFirst ReadingGoldstream Avenue

Summary

Bylaw No. 1913 (tax exemption amendment) was listed for all readings on the agenda; minutes are truncated and do not record further action in the provided excerpt.

Tax ExemptionBylaw Readings

Summary

Bylaw No. 1920 was listed for second and third readings on the agenda; provided minutes do not record the outcome in the excerpt.

Documents (1)

Schedule A referenced in Bylaw No. 1920, replacing Schedule E of the Zoning Bylaw (visual/schedule page).

Schedule labeled 'A' to replace existing Schedule 'E' in Zoning BylawGraphical/schedule content (image-dominant page) supporting the omnibus amendments
Schedule "A"

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ZoningOmnibusReadings

Summary

Peatt Road DCC Agreement Bylaw (No. 1922) was on the agenda for adoption; the provided minutes excerpt does not record the action.

Location

Peatt Road

DCCPeatt RoadBylaw Adoption

Summary

Highway 14 (Sooke Road) DCC Agreement Bylaw No. 1923 was listed for adoption; minutes excerpt does not record the action.

Location

Highway 14 (Sooke Road)

DCCSooke RoadBylaw Adoption

Summary

Bylaw No. 1928 (Tax Sale Deferment) was listed for full readings and adoption; minutes excerpt does not record the action.

Tax SaleBylawDeferment

Summary

Council planned an in-camera (closed) session pursuant to section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter regarding the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land.

In-CameraLand

Summary

Adjournment of the meeting (no adjournment motion recorded in the provided minutes excerpt).

Adjournment