MeetingsMon, Apr 3, 20234h 32m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Gave second and third readings to rezoning 2772 Vantilburg Crescent to allow 20 townhomes; Morley opposed (Bylaw 2012).
- Directed staff to require covenants for parking, tree retention, garbage placement and two below-market rentals for ten years.
- Directed staff to seek Colwood consent and allow 816 Batting Place to connect to municipal sewer.
- Directed staff to design Jeanine Drive Park, order playground equipment and issue construction RFP (contingent on Five-Year Plan).
- Adopted truck route changes updating permitted truck streets (Bylaw 2111).
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Directed staff to obtain Colwood consent for 816 Batting sewer connection, subject to WSES fees.
7.1 · Intermunicipal Sanitary Sewer Service for 816 Batting Place
Moved by Guiry, seconded by YacuchaDirected staff to proceed with Jeanine Drive Park design and RFP, contingent on plan inclusion.
7.2 · Jeanine Drive Park Community Engagement Results
Moved by Morley, seconded by WagnerGave second and third readings to 2772 Vantilburg Crescent bylaw with covenants and traffic calming.
9.1 · Bylaw NO. 2012 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 645, (2772 Vantilburg Crescent), Bylaw No. 2012, 2022" (Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 6–1Opposed: MorleyMoved by Szpak, seconded by GuiryRejected bringing the 2772 Vantilburg Crescent bylaw back for 2nd and 3rd readings.
9.1 · Bylaw NO. 2012 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 645, (2772 Vantilburg Crescent), Bylaw No. 2012, 2022" (Second AND Third Readings)
DefeatedMoved by Morley, seconded by SzpakAdopted the zoning change for 658 and 664 Redington Avenue.
9.2 · Bylaw NO. 2068 "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 674, (658 and 664 Redington Avenue), Bylaw No. 2068, 2022" (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by HarderAdopted the truck route amendment.
9.3 · Bylaw NO. 2111 "Bylaw No. 2111, Truck Route Bylaw No. 1477 Amendment No. 3, 2023." (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Guiry
Agenda
18 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
Territorial acknowledgment read.
Summary
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
Summary
Council approved the agenda as presented.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.
Summary
Public hearing(s) were opened and heard.
Summary
Public hearing for rezoning 2772 Vantilburg Crescent from R2 to CC2 to allow about 20 townhomes.
Location
2772 Vantilburg Crescent
Motions (2)
Motion to adjourn the meeting for 5 minutes.
THAT Council extend the meeting until midnight or business is concluded, whichever is earlier.
Documents (1)
Detailed public hearing notice with instructions on how to participate (Zoom/phone), location of the property and submission deadlines for the April 3, 2023 hearing.
Notice of Public Hearing
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Page 27IMPORTANT – PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
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Page 27Summary
Opportunity for public participation; none presented.
Who spoke (18)
- Christy Faulkner (Penelope Place)Opposes · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Opposes the development at this location, citing its scale, traffic concerns, and the neighborhood’s existing character. - Jennifer Ridley (Penelope Place)Concerned · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Urges council to consider the effects of construction and development on neighborhood greenery, quiet, and children’s safety. - James Kilpatrick (Van Tilburg Crescent)Opposes · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Opposes the development’s scale, citing traffic, drainage, tree stability, construction risks, and pressure to accept development for sewer service. - Shazia Kudra (Nicholas Drive)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the development for its transit access, green features, rental-friendly design, and potential to reduce car ownership. - Hamina (Isabel Avenue)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the townhouses as a more affordable housing option for a newly married couple hoping to start a family. - Wayne Wickett (Penelope Place)Mixed · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports safer traffic measures and sewer service but questions the project’s scale and urges council to consider combined development impacts. - Jordan Van Tiel (Bear Mountain Parkway)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the development as an opportunity for working professionals and future families to afford a home near schools and amenities. - Mickey Fleming (Van Tilburg Crescent)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the low-density townhouses as thoughtfully designed, more affordable homes for young families in a walkable central area. - Impreet McCrae (Strandlin Avenue)Supports · Townhouse development
Describes a positive experience with a related development and praises its design, construction quality, and developer responsiveness. - Ferris Kathrata (Jacqueline Road)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the project as a well-designed, more attainable home option for families, with sewer service and access to a walkable community. - Sarah Gallamli (Happy Valley Road)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Urges approval, citing the need for attainable housing, energy-efficient homes, local jobs, and opportunities for young families to settle in Langford. - Cole Boudreau (Bear Mountain Parkway)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the development as a chance for a young couple to afford a home with space for a future family and their belongings. - Sam Baines (Sandstone Lane)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the project as an opportunity for a young family to own a home and become part of the community. - Amber Thompson (Hoy Lake Avenue)Opposes · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Opposes the development, citing school traffic, tandem garage concerns, and uncertainty about whether the townhouses would be affordable. - Kram Sandu (Wheeling Drive)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the development as a way to provide housing for younger residents and help sustain Langford’s workforce and local economy. - Ariba Ghalib (Aggregate Court)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the project as a suitable, more affordable home for a growing family near Savory Elementary. - Sean Newby (Keldor Caldera Court)Supports · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Supports the development as a way to provide homeownership opportunities for new families while recognizing the value of neighborhood character. - Andrew Haas (Van Tilburg Crescent)Concerned · Van Tilburg Crescent townhouses
Argues the proposal would erode the neighborhood’s safe, walkable character and calls for growth that preserves what residents value.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Summary
Adoption of minutes from the March 20, 2023 meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the minutes of the meeting of Council held on March 20, 2023.
Summary
Consideration of reports listed under Reports (7.1 and 7.2).
Summary
Directed staff to pursue Colwood consent and permit 816 Batting Place to connect to municipal sanitary sewer subject to ongoing WSES fees.
Location
816 Batting Place
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to first obtain consent from the City of Colwood to provide sanitary sewer service to 816 Batting Place; AND THAT Council direct staff that after consent is received from the City of Colwood to permit 816 Batting Place to connect to the municipal sanitary sewer system, subject to the continual payment of all applicable annual fees owed to West Shore Environmental Services Ltd.
Summary
Directed staff to proceed with park design, order playground equipment and issue a park construction RFP contingent on the project being included in the approved 2023–2027 Five Year Financial Plan.
Location
Jeanine Drive Park
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to proceed with a park design for Jeanine Drive Park, order playground equipment and issue a park construction RFP contingent on this project being included in the approved 2023 - 2027 Five Year Financial Plan.
Summary
Council considered correspondence listed on the agenda.
Summary
Received letter from Trail Holistics regarding the Jordie Lunn Bike Park for information.
Motions (1)
THAT Council receive the letter from Trail Hblistics regarding the Jprdje Lunn Bike Park for information.
Summary
Consideration of bylaws listed (second/third readings and adoptions).
Summary
Council considered giving Bylaw No. 2012 second and third readings (rezoning 2772 Vantilburg Crescent).
Location
2772 Vantilburg Crescent
Motions (2)
THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2012 second and third readings; AND That prior to bylaw adoption the applicant provide a section 219 covenant that addresses parking measures, storage in garages, retention of trees, and placement of garbage bins to prevent on-street pick up of garbage, and a section 219 covenant which ensures that two of the units will remain as rental units at below market rent for a period of not less than ten years; AND Direct staff to determine what traffic calming and road improvement measures are necessary and that amenity contributions may be used to implement those measures.
That Council direct staff to bring Bylaw No. 2012 to the following Council meeting in order to consider 2nd and 3rd readings.
Documents (2)
Enacting bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 300 to rezone Lot 1 (2772 Vantilburg Crescent) from R2 to CC2 including amenity contribution obligations.
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 645 (Bylaw No. 2012)
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Page 4–5Schedule A
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Page 4–5Addendum report providing consultation summary, revised site plan notes and recommended conditions (e.g., bird nest survey, tree retention, Section 219 covenant) for the rezoning application.
Staff Report Addendum — Z21-0040 (Rezoning Addendum for 2772 Vantilburg Crescent)
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Page 19–21BACKGROUND
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Page 19–21COMMENTARY
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Page 19–21OPTIONS
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Page 19–21SUBMITTED BY
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Page 19–21Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2068.
Location
658 Redington Avenue
664 Redington Avenue
Motions (1)
Option 1 THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2068.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2111 (truck route amendment).
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2111.
Summary
Council moved to close the meeting to the public under the Community Charter.
Motions (1)
THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (e) of the Community Charter to consider negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and that, in the view of the council, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality if they were held in public.
Summary
Council adjourned the meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting.