MeetingsMon, Dec 15, 20254h 06m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Directed staff to engage a consultant to verify and scope a municipally‑contracted residential curbside garbage service (waste report)
- Directed staff to increase public waste receptacle pickups from seven to fourteen weekly; no seasonal restrictions (waste)
- Directed staff to update off‑street parking and bicycle rules using options 1a and 4a; require five‑year review (Watt)
- Adopted housing agreements requiring affordable rental units at 2772 Vantilburg Crescent and 814 Hockley Avenue (Bylaws 2257, 2264)
- Approved a three‑year temporary use permit and development variance permit for a bakery at 116‑832 McCallum Road (TUP25‑0003/DVP25‑0003)
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Issued a temporary use permit and parking variance allowing a bakery at 116-832 McCallum Road.
8.1 · TUP25-0003 and DVP25-0003 - 116-832 McCallum Road
Moved by Wagner, seconded by GuiryIssued a 36-month temporary use permit for a cannabis retail store at 101-945 Reunion Avenue.
8.2 · TUP25-0004 - 101-945 Reunion Avenue (Original Farm)
Moved by Wagner, seconded by GuiryIssued a development variance permit with conditions and density covenant for 932 Rowils Crescent.
8.4 · DVP25-0001 - 932 Rowils Crescent
Moved by Wagner, seconded by GuiryDirected staff to prepare an updated off-street parking bylaw based on Watt Consulting recommendations.
9.1 · Parking Bylaw Modernization and Downtown On‑Street Parking Strategy
Moved by Szpak, seconded by MorleyDirected staff to increase public receptacle collection, adopt new receptacles, and review municipal curbside service.
9.2 · Options for Better Waste Management
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by HarderAdopted the housing agreement for 2772 Vantilburg Crescent.
12.1 · Bylaw NO. 2257 - City of Langford Housing Agreement (2772 Vantilburg Crescent) Bylaw No. 2257, 2025 (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by HarderAdopted the park dedication bylaw amendment.
12.2 · Bylaw NO. 2261 - City of Langford Park Dedication Bylaw No. 2218, 2025, Amendment No. 1 (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Harder, seconded by MorleyAdopted the housing agreement for 814 Hockley Avenue.
12.3 · Bylaw NO. 2264 - City of Langford Housing Agreement (814 Hockley Avenue) Bylaw No. 2264, 2025 (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Harder
Agenda
19 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
Meeting was called to order by the Mayor.
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Territorial Acknowledgement was read aloud for the record.
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Moderator read the public participation and meeting conduct rules.
Summary
Council approved the meeting agenda as presented.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.
Summary
Consultants from Watt Consulting presented recommendations for downtown on‑street parking management and an off‑street parking bylaw modernization to align parking supply with demand and best practices.
Debate
Consultants presented data showing the downtown overall has sufficient parking supply but uneven block-level demand; recommendations emphasized improved management (time limits, signage, enforcement), removal or reduction of minimum off‑street parking in the city centre combined with TDM measures, and modernized bike/accessible/loading standards. Council asked detailed operational questions about TDM feasibility, transit dependency, enforcement, and effects on local businesses.
Documents (1)
Engagement summary by Watt Consulting presenting methodology, online survey (271 responses), focus group findings, and key takeaways used to inform the parking bylaw modernization recommendations.
Langford Parking Bylaw Modernization — Engagement Summary
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Page 34–55Table of Contents
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Page 34–55Project Overview
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Page 34–55Engagement Objectives & Timeline
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Page 34–55Methodology
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Parking & Travel Behaviour
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Parking & Travel Behaviour (Challenges)
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Accessible Parking
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Commercial Parking
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Proposed Changes to the Parking Bylaw
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Proposed Changes to the Parking Bylaw (Factors for Reducing Parking Requirements)
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Bicycle Parking
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Page 34–55Online Survey Results — Demographics
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Page 34–55Focus Groups Results
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Page 34–55Key Takeaways
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Page 34–55Summary
Members of the public spoke to items 5.1 (parking), 9.2 (waste), 8.4 (Rowils Crescent variance), and other items; speakers raised concerns about paid parking, parking availability, waste pickup frequency, municipal garbage collection, and local development impacts.
Who spoke (10)
- Chris FoxallConcerned · Parking minimums
Warns that reducing parking could leave residents without needed spaces, while supporting shared parking and lower housing costs. - Lisa FoxallConcerned · Waste management and parking
Calls for more frequent public-bin pickups and warns parking limits and paid parking could hurt local businesses. - M. WignallOpposes · Waste management and parking
Opposes municipal garbage collection and reduced parking requirements, urging more frequent pickups and retaining parking until future demand is clear. - N. JoelOpposes · Parking and waste management
Opposes reduced parking and municipal garbage collection, citing parking shortages and arguing competition keeps waste costs down. - R. Fraser (Rowils Crescent)Concerned · Rowils Crescent variance
Raises concerns about parking, drainage, speeding, and unclear access requirements for the proposed development. - Wendy HobbsOpposes · Waste management
Urges more frequent public-bin pickups instead of municipal collection, citing household costs, effects on workers, and residents' choice. - L. PlompMixed · Parking and waste management
Questions parking-study assumptions and accessibility impacts, and asks for a consultant review of municipal garbage collection costs. - A residentOpposes · Waste management
Opposes mandatory garbage service and added taxpayer costs, urging more frequent public-bin pickups and preserving household choice. - Tanya SunshineSupports · Waste management
Supports a municipally contracted garbage service, citing cost efficiency, effectiveness, and fewer trucks on the road. - D. StrongerSupports · Rowils Crescent variance
Supports the requested variances, citing staff and committee review and proposed covenants limiting units and securing access and future road rights-of-way.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Location
932 Rowils Crescent
Debate
Public speakers expressed mixed views: some supported improved parking management but opposed paid downtown parking and removal of minimums; many called for more frequent public waste receptacle pickup and opposed forcing municipal collection; affected neighbours raised concerns about flooding and parking for 932 Rowils Crescent.
Motions (1)
THAT Council at 9:00 pm extend public participation for first time speakers.
Summary
Council adopted the December 1, 2025 minutes.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Council Meeting held on December 1, 2025.
Summary
Council issued a Temporary Use Permit (3 years) and a variance to reduce off‑street parking requirement for a bakery at Unit 116-832 McCallum Road.
Location
116-832 McCallum Road
Debate
Council approved the TUP and accompanying variance; public input included support from nearby residents/businesses and no substantive opposition recorded in Minutes.
Motions (1)
THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP25-0003 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Ahura Yurchenko to operate a bakery at 116-832 McCallum Road, pursuant to section 493 of the Local Government Act, subject to conditions; AND THAT Development Variance Permit No. DVP25-0003 be issued to reduce off‑street parking for the bakery as described.
Documents (5)
Temporary Use Permit TUP25-0003 for operation of a bakery at Unit 116-832 McCallum Road, issued for three years with conditions.
CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 9Public notice flyer announcing the Council meeting (Dec 15, 2025) to consider TUP25-0003 and DVP25-0003 for a bakery at 116-832 McCallum Road, with participation instructions.
Notice of Intent
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Page 10IMPORTANT – COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE
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Page 10Printed newspaper/public notice content (Goldstream Gazette pages) that include the City's Notice of Intention regarding TUP25-0003 (and general community news).
Victoria’s Mandy Farmer brings home business leader of the year award
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Page 11–12NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — District of Metchosin
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Page 11–12Notice of Intention to Consider Issuance of a Temporary Use Permit — City of Langford
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Page 11–12CRD housing targets 5,000 rental homes by 2045
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Page 11–12Mary Winspear Centre — Presenter Series
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Page 11–12Development Variance Permit DVP25-0003 to reduce the off-street parking requirement for a bakery at Unit 116-832 McCallum Road from 1 per 20m2 to 1 per 45m2; variance tied to Temporary Use Permit expiry.
CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 13Additional copy/continuation of the Council meeting Notice of Intent concerning TUP25-0003 and DVP25-0003 (format similar to earlier flyer).
Notice of Intent
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Page 14IMPORTANT – COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE
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Page 14Summary
Council issued a 36‑month Temporary Use Permit to allow a non‑medical cannabis retail store at Unit #101-945 Reunion Avenue, subject to comprehensive conditions (hours, signage, security, opaque windows, etc.).
Location
#101-945 Reunion Avenue
Debate
Council approved TUP25-0004 after staff report; the business previously operated or had community engagement and no outstanding issues reported in Minutes.
Motions (1)
THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP25-0004 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to The Original Farm Langford Ltd. to operate a non‑medical cannabis retail store at #101‑945 Reunion Avenue subject to the listed conditions; expiry 36 months.
Documents (3)
Temporary Use Permit TUP25-0004 authorizing The Original Farm Langford Ltd. to operate a non‑medical cannabis retail store at #101-945 Reunion Avenue for 36 months subject to detailed conditions on signage, security, hours, and tenant education.
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Page 15–17TEMPORARY USE PERMIT
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Page 15–171. Conditions
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Page 15–172. Whereas
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Page 15–173. Expiry
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Page 15–17Public notice flyer for Council meeting to consider TUP25-0004 to continue the existing cannabis operation at 101-945 Reunion Avenue, including participation instructions.
Notice of Intent
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Page 18IMPORTANT – COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE
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Page 18Local newspaper pages containing the public notices and related community articles used for statutory advertising for the TUP25-0004 matter and other items.
Get up close and personal with wild animals
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Page 19–20Robotic surgery has Victoria man back on his bike in 2 weeks
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Page 19–20Summary
Council issued a TUP (3 years) to operate a home‑based business and granted a variance reducing required off‑street parking for the dwelling from 2 stalls to 1 stall (conditions: garage to remain primary parking; driveway available for client during hours of operation).
Location
933 Tayberry Terrace
Debate
Council approved the TUP and DVP for a low‑impact home‑based cosmetic business; staff and councillors noted driveway space and one client at a time so impacts are minimal.
Motions (1)
THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP25-0005 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Hayan Lee to operate a home‑based business at 933 Tayberry Terrace, and THAT Development Variance Permit No. DVP25‑0005 be issued to vary the parking requirement per conditions.
Documents (5)
Temporary Use Permit TUP25-0005 issued to Hayan Lee to operate a home-based business at 933 Tayberry Terrace for three years subject to business licence and primary residence condition.
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Page 21Public notice flyer for Council meeting to consider TUP25-0005 and DVP25-0005 for 933 Tayberry Terrace, with instructions for participation and contact information.
Notice of Intent
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Page 22IMPORTANT – COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE
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Page 22Local newspaper pages containing the public notices and other community content relevant to TUP25-0005 and other agenda items.
Get up close and personal with wild animals
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Page 23–24City of Langford
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Page 23–24West Shore handyDART users invited to provide input on long-term plan
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Page 23–24Victoria real estate heads into the holidays in a lull
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Page 23–24Young at Heart — Seniors Expo (Ad)
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Page 23–24Development Variance Permit DVP25-0005 to reduce the off-street parking requirement for a one-family dwelling at 933 Tayberry Terrace from two stalls to one stall; conditions tie the variance to the Temporary Use Permit.
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Page 25DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT
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Page 25Additional notice/flyer for the December 15, 2025 Council meeting regarding TUP25-0005 and DVP25-0005 at 933 Tayberry Terrace.
Notice of Intent
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Page 26Summary
Council issued DVP25‑0001 permitting variance requests (panhandle lot in R2 zone; reduced front and rear setbacks) subject to conditions including a Section 219 covenant limiting density to two dwelling units per lot.
Location
932 Rowils Crescent
Debate
Neighbours raised concerns re: parking, drainage and access; staff and applicant explained required covenants, access easement, environmental confirmation and stormwater requirements will be addressed through the development/subdivision process. SDAC recommended in favour and council carried the motion.
Motions (1)
THAT Development Variance Permit No. DVP25‑0001 be issued by the Council to permit a residential development at 932 Rowils Crescent subject to the variances and conditions as listed, including a Section 219 covenant limiting density.
Documents (2)
Development Variance Permit DVP25-0001 to allow a panhandle lot in the R2 zone and to reduce front and rear lot line setbacks to permit duplexes on proposed lots, subject to a Section 219 covenant limiting density.
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Page 27Public notice flyer advising Council will consider DVP25-0001 (932 Rowils Crescent) at the Dec 15, 2025 meeting, with location map and participation instructions.
Notice of Intent
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Page 28IMPORTANT – COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE
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Page 28Summary
Council directed staff to prepare a bylaw to update Part 4 (Off‑Street Parking & Bicycle Regulations) of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 based on Watt Consulting's nine recommendations (including options 1A and 4A); Council also directed staff to create a policy requiring a review of off‑street parking requirements at least every five years (amendment by Cllr Yacucha).
Debate
Extensive discussion: councillors asked about transit dependency of removing parking minimums, risk of spillover parking to adjacent neighbourhoods, enforcement capacity, cash‑in‑lieu rates, loading and impacts on businesses; amendment added a five‑year review requirement. The motion carried as amended (main motion moved by Szpak; amendment moved by Yacucha and carried).
Motions (2)
THAT Council direct staff to prepare a bylaw to update Part 4: Off‑Street Parking and Bicycle Regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 based on the nine recommendations from Watt Consulting Group's presentation, including option 1A and 4A.
AMENDMENT: THAT Council direct staff to create a policy which requires a review of the off‑street parking requirements not less than every five years.
Summary
Council directed staff to increase public waste receptacle collection frequency, adopt a new receptacle design, and engage a consultant to verify and, if appropriate, scope a municipally‑contracted residential curbside collection service; staff to prepare a regulatory bylaw.
Financial impact
$210,000— Proposed 2026 budget (staff estimate)
Debate
Staff recommended a staged approach: immediate action to increase public receptacle pick‑ups and upgrade receptacles; engage a consultant to verify municipal curbside collection (for 1–4 unit properties) so council can consider a service scope and tender if verified. Public delegates were split — many asked for more frequent pickups and opposed forced municipal collection citing competition, cost and job impacts; some supported municipal contracting for environmental and efficiency reasons. Staff estimated incremental contract cost for increased pickup (~$125k) plus consultant (~$85k) and noted these items were included in proposed 2026 budget.
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Increase the maximum level of service for public waste receptacle collection from seven (7) to fourteen (14) times per week, at the current contract unit rate, with no seasonal restrictions; 2. Adopt the proposed new style of waste receptacle and retrofit options; AND THAT Council direct staff to: 3. Engage a consultant to: a. Review and verify the staff recommendation to proceed with a municipally- contracted residential curbside garbage collection service; b. Advise and support the public survey and key partner engagement conducted by staff; c. If verified, prepare and present a proposed scope for the Municipal Garbage Service Contract to Council for information prior to going to tender; and 4. Prepare a bylaw to regulate the storage, collection, and disposal of garbage and organic waste in accordance with the CRD's Solid Waste Management Plan.
Documents (3)
Staff report responding to Council direction to explore improved waste management options; recommends increasing public receptacle collection frequency, adopting new bin designs, engaging a consultant to verify a municipally-contracted residential curbside garbage service, and preparing a related bylaw.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 56–72EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Page 56–72BACKGROUND:
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Page 56–72COMMENTARY: - Part 1 of 4
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Page 56–72COMMENTARY: - Part 2 of 4
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Page 56–72COMMENTARY: - Part 3 of 4
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Page 56–72COMMENTARY: - Part 4 of 4
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Page 56–72FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 56–72LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 56–72STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
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Page 56–72OPTIONS:
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Page 56–72SUBMITTED BY:
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Page 56–72Map illustrating instances of overflowing public garbage cans across Langford from January to August 2025, with symbolized ranges of overflow counts.
Instances of Overflowing Garbage Cans
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Page 73Appendix documenting existing public garbage can types in Langford, retrofit options, recommended future can designs (roadside and parks), estimated unit costs, and examples of education and wildlife management initiatives.
Appendix B
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Page 74–98Existing Garbage Bins
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Page 74–98Retrofit Options
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Page 74–98Recommended Future Garbage Can Design
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Page 74–98Existing Signage, Initiatives, Campaigns, and Resources
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Page 74–98Staff Recommendations (verbatim)
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Page 74–98Summary
Council appointed the Mayor as the City's representative to West Shore Parks & Recreation Society meetings for 2026.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the appointment of Mayor Goodmanson as the City of Langford's representative for the West Shore Parks & Recreation Society member meetings, including the annual general meeting for 2026.
Documents (1)
Staff correspondence requesting that the member municipalities appoint one elected official as their owner representative to the West Shore Parks & Recreation Society for 2026.
Introduction
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Page 99MUNICIPAL OWNERS
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Page 99Summary
Notice of Motion: direct staff to review permitted uses in Business Park and Commercial zones and prepare bylaw amendments to permit uses such as pet grooming and bakery in those zones.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2257 authorizing a housing agreement for 2772 Vantilburg Crescent.
Location
2772 Vantilburg Crescent
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt "City of Langford Housing Agreement (2772 Vantilburg Crescent), Bylaw No. 2257, 2025".
Documents (1)
Bylaw authorizing a housing agreement and section 219 covenant related to strata-titled property (2772 Vantilburg Crescent) that provides long-term affordable rental housing obligations, definitions and registration requirements.
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Page 100–111BYLAW NO. 2257
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Page 100–111Schedule A
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Page 100–111ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION
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Page 100–111ARTICLE 2 USE AND CONSTRUCTION OF LANDS AND BELOW-MARKET RENTAL UNITS
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Page 100–111ARTICLE 3 USE OF BELOW-MARKET RENTAL UNITS
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Page 100–111ARTICLE 4 MISCELLANEOUS - Part 1 of 2
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Page 100–111ARTICLE 4 MISCELLANEOUS - Part 2 of 2
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Page 100–111PRIORITY AGREEMENT
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Page 100–111Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2261 amending the Park Dedication Bylaw.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt "City of Langford Park Dedication Bylaw No. 2218, 2025, Amendment No. 1, Bylaw No. 2261, 2025".
Documents (2)
Short staff report recommending adoption of Park Dedication Bylaw No. 2218 Amendment No. 1 (Bylaw No. 2261) to dedicate a closed road portion as part of Woodlands Park following the Hockley Avenue road closure.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 112–113BACKGROUND
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Page 112–113COMMENTARY
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Page 112–113OPTIONS
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Page 112–113SUBMITTED BY
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Page 112–113Concurrence
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Page 112–113Attachments
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Page 112–113Bylaw that amends City of Langford Park Dedication Bylaw No. 2218, 2025 by adding the portion of closed road shown on Reference Plan EPP149463 as section 7 of Schedule A (dedicating the closed road to Woodlands Park).
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Page 114Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2264 authorizing a housing agreement for 814 Hockley Avenue.
Location
814 Hockley Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt "City of Langford Housing Agreement (814 Hockley Avenue) Bylaw No. 2264, 2025".
Documents (2)
Bylaw authorizing a housing agreement and section 219 covenant between The Hockley Development Ltd. and the City to secure a number of below-market rental units (10% of dwelling units) at 814 Hockley Avenue, including definitions, tenant eligibility and term (25 years).
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Page 115–123TERMS OF INSTRUMENT - PART 2
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Page 115–123ARTICLE 1 — DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION
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Page 115–123ARTICLE 2 — USE AND CONSTRUCTION OF LANDS AND BELOW-MARKET RENTAL UNITS
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Page 115–123ARTICLE 3 — USE OF BELOW-MARKET RENTAL UNITS
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Page 115–123ARTICLE 4 — MISCELLANEOUS - Part 1 of 2
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Page 115–123ARTICLE 4 — MISCELLANEOUS - Part 2 of 2
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Page 115–123Set of site plans, floor plans and architectural drawings related to the Hockley Residential development and associated housing agreement/bylaw documents.
Schedule A – Site Plan - Part 1 of 3
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Page 124–131Schedule A – Site Plan - Part 2 of 3
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Page 124–131Schedule A – Site Plan - Part 3 of 3
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Page 124–131Images
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Page 124–131Summary
Council adjourned the meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting.