Central Saanich public meetings in 2024

Special (Open) Council

The council will approve the award of Request for Proposal 24-050 to HCMA Architecture and Design for a $300,000 fixed fee for Phase 1 schematic design, with a $271,000 fee for Phase 2 and a 6.064% construction‑budget fee for later phases. It will also adopt the Heat Pump Financing Program Local Service Area Bylaw Amendment No. 15 and advance the Flavour Trails community partnership for 2025. Staff will be directed to submit feedback on the 2024 Victoria Airport Authority land‑use plan, and the 2025 Strategic Implementation Plan projects will receive early budget approval.

• Award of RFP 24-050 – Architectural Services – Civic Facilities: $300,000 Phase 1 fee, $271,000 Phase 2 fee, 6.064% of construction budget for later phases
• Heat Pump Financing Program Local Service Area Bylaw Amendment No. 15 introduced and given first and second reading; Bylaw 2222 read third time
• Community Partnership Proposal – Flavour Trails: support for CRFAIR delivery using existing 2025 budget
• Submission of feedback form to Victoria Airport Authority on 2024 land‑use plan changes
• Early budget approval for 2025 projects in the 2024‑2027 Strategic Implementation Plan

Council awarded the architectural services contract for civic facilities to HCMA architecture and design, with a $300,000 fixed fee for Schematic Design Phase 1 and a $271,000 fee for Phase 2. Council also approved early budget approval for 2024 carry-forward projects and 2025 Strategic Implementation Plan projects, supported CRFAIR's Flavour Trails program, and directed staff to submit feedback on YYJ airport land use changes. A bylaw amendment for the heat pump financing program received first, second, and third reading.

• Awarded RFP 24-050 to HCMA architecture and design for civic facilities schematic design (unanimous)
• Approved early budget approval for 2024 carry-forward and 2025 SIP projects (4-1, Newton opposed)
• Supported CRFAIR's Flavour Trails Central Saanich through Community Partnership Program (unanimous)
• Directed staff to submit 2024 YYJ airport land use feedback form to VAA (unanimous)
• Directed staff to write MLAs about EComm costs and request expedited review (unanimous)
• Invited Central Saanich Police Board to participate in police budget deliberations bi-annually (unanimous)
• Introduced and gave first, second, and third reading to Heat Pump Financing Bylaw Amendment No. 15 (unanimous)

Public Hearing

A public hearing will be held on Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 to amend the Official Community Plan. The amendment proposes re‑designating five properties at 1934 Hovey Road from Neighbourhood Residential to Multi‑Unit Residential. The plan includes two multi‑storey buildings with market rental units and seniors housing. Council will review public comments and make a decision at a future regular council meeting.

• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 – re‑designation of five properties at 1934 Hovey Road
• Proposed two multi‑storey buildings with market rental units and seniors housing
• Public hearing for individuals to submit comments on the bylaw
• Council will decide on the amendment at a later regular council meeting
• Attachments include notices, reports, correspondence, and housing needs information

The public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 (1934 Hovey Road) was adjourned with no public input. Council voted to hold a future joint public hearing to consider the revised development application and the OCP amendment together. The motion carried 5 to 2, with Councillors King and Newton opposed.

• Adjourned public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 (1934 Hovey Road) with no input (5-2)
• Directed future joint public hearing for revised development application and OCP amendment (5-2)

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Central Saanich Council is meeting to discuss several items, including a specific land use amendment. The body will consider a third reading of a bylaw regarding a property on Hovey Road following a public hearing.

• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 (1934 Hovey Road)

Council directed staff and one council member to work with Just Peachy Childcare, the North and South Saanich Agricultural Society, and the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) to address concerns and appeal the ALC's decision, aiming to allow long-term childcare at the fairgrounds. The motion carried 6-1, with Councillor King opposed. Council also adjourned the public hearing for the OCP amendment at 1934 Hovey Road to hold a joint hearing later, and unanimously approved a letter of support for Tsartlip First Nation's funding application.

• Approved motion to work with ALC and appeal decision for long-term childcare at fairgrounds (6-1)
• Adjourned public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 at 1934 Hovey Road (6-1)
• Approved letter of support for Tsartlip First Nation funding application (unanimous)
• Forwarded PAAC correspondence on Farm Protection Guidelines to public hearing (unanimous)

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the accessibility plan and council updates. The session includes a presentation on on-street accessible parking design guidelines from the Town of Sidney's Director of Engineering and WATT Consulting Group.

• On-Street Accessible Parking Standard presentation and guidelines
• Diverse Abilities - IDEAL Staff Training Program
• Review of the Accessibility Plan
• SPAAC Recommendations to Councils Tracking Sheet

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee met on November 28, 2024, and approved its agenda and the minutes of its September 26, 2024 meeting (correcting a member's name spelling). The committee received a presentation on the Town of Sidney's on-street accessible parking standard and discussed options such as more side-ramp spaces, a 1.5–2 metre access aisle, and signage at both ends. It also heard an introduction to the Diverse Abilities IDEAL staff training program and discussed presenting to the Chamber of Commerce and Sidney Business Improvement Area. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 11:44 p.m.

• Approved the November 28, 2024 agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Adopted the September 26, 2024 minutes as amended to correct a member's name spelling (unanimous)
• Received the Council Updates tracking sheet for information
• No decision recorded on the on-street accessible parking standard; committee discussed options only
• No decision recorded on the Diverse Abilities IDEAL staff training program; committee discussed outreach only

Special (Open) Council

The Special (Open) Council meeting will approve the agenda and consider a motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss personal information, land acquisition, and preliminary service negotiations.

• Approval of the November 25, 2024 agenda
• Motion to close meeting to discuss land acquisition
• Motion to close meeting to discuss preliminary service negotiations
• Motion to close meeting to discuss personal information

The November 25, 2024 special council meeting was largely procedural. Council unanimously approved the agenda and then voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss personnel, land, and preliminary service negotiations. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after reopening.

• Approved meeting agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (e), (k) (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Council will review several rezoning and development applications, including a seniors building at 1934 Hovey Road. Other agenda items include a loan authorization for a land purchase at Hovey Road and updates to the Strategic Workforce Plan.

• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2218, 2024 for Hovey Road Lot A land purchase
• Proposed $5,000 budget increase for the Community Facilitated Activities program
• Development permit with variance for a single-family home at 788 Sea Drive
• OCP amendment and rezoning for a seniors building at 1934 Hovey Road
• Rezoning and development permit applications for 6922 Saanich Cross Road and 938 Verdier Ave

Council gave first and second reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw 2205 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2206 for 1934 Hovey Road, referring them to a public hearing scheduled for January 13, 2025. It also approved scheduling an Opportunity to be Heard for the associated development permit variances. The amended Grant in Aid Policy was approved after a motion to remove section 4.4 was defeated. A loan authorization bylaw for the Hovey Road Lot A land purchase was introduced and given three readings.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Nov 4, 2024 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variance for 788 Sea Drive (unanimous)
• Approved early approval for two staff positions in 2025 Financial Plan (6-1)
• Defeated motion to remove section 4.4 from Grant in Aid Policy (3-4)
• Approved amended Grant in Aid Policy (unanimous)
• Gave first and second reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw 2205 for 1934 Hovey Rd, referred to public hearing (5-2)
• Gave first and second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2206 for 1934 Hovey Rd, referred to public hearing (4-3)

Special (Open) Council

The Central Saanich Council will approve the meeting agenda, hear staff reports, consider any bylaws, address unfinished business, and discuss new business. A motion will be voted on to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter. No specific items or amounts are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Staff reports
• Bylaw items
• Unfinished business
• Motion to close meeting

The council approved the meeting agenda by a 5-1 vote, with Councillor Thompson opposed. The council then unanimously voted to convene a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (e), and (k) to discuss personnel matters, land acquisition or disposition, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-1, Thompson opposed)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter 90(1)(a), (e), (k) (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will adopt the agenda and prior meeting minutes, hear a presentation on construction impacts, consider a small‑lot development variance for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road, review rezoning and bylaw proposals, and vote on three loan authorizations totaling $6.57 million for sewer, bike lane, and road improvements.

• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2198 – $3,000,000 for Brentwood Bay Sewer Infrastructure Replacement
• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2199 – $1,070,000 for Wallace Drive Bike Lane from Stelly's Cross Road to West Saanich Road
• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2200 – $2,500,000 for Keating Cross Road roadway improvements
• Development Permit variances for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road (frontage reductions to 8.28 m and 6.0 m)
• Recommendation to initiate rezoning of extraction lands in the Keating Business District

Council gave first and second reading to draft bylaws allowing accessory dwelling units in agricultural and rural areas, and directed staff to engage the public and schedule a hearing. It also voted to initiate a rezoning of extraction lands in the Keating Business District. The 1934 Hovey Road OCP amendment was deferred to November 25, and borrowing resolutions totaling $6.57 million were approved.

• Approved first and second reading of OCP Bylaw 2217, Zoning Bylaw 2213, and Delegation Bylaw 2214 for ADUs in agricultural/rural areas (6-1)
• Referred Farm Protection Guidelines to PAAC for feedback (6-1)
• Defeated amendment to remove one-hectare minimum from Zoning Bylaw 2213 (3-4)
• Initiated rezoning of Keating Business District extraction lands (5-2)
• Deferred 1934 Hovey Road OCP amendment to November 25 meeting (6-1)
• Approved borrowing $3,000,000, $1,070,000, and $2,500,000 from MFA for 2025 Spring Borrowing (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Council meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Council appointments to regional commissions (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

Council is reviewing the 2025 Financial Plan Guidelines and proposing amendments to the 2024 Financial Plan. The meeting includes decisions on significant land acquisitions and early approval for various 2025 capital projects.

• Purchase of 1124 Mount Newton Cross Road for $3,250,000
• Purchase of land at Wallace Drive and Hovey Road, Lot A, for $4,690,000
• Proposed 2025 capital projects including Brentwood Sewer Project ($3,671,000) and Water Main Replacements ($3,500,000)
• Land acquisition for right of way trail extension at 7210 Wallace for $120,000
• Approval of $300,000 for the Design Phase of the Civic Facilities Redevelopment Project

Council approved several 2024 Financial Plan amendments, including the purchase of 1124 Mount Newton Cross Road for $3,250,000, land at Wallace Drive and Hovey Road for $4,690,000, a grant to WSANEC Lands Trust Society, and a right-of-way trail extension at 7210 Wallace. They also approved 2025 capital projects totaling over $12 million, including Active Transportation, Water Main Replacements, and the Brentwood Sewer Project, with some items opposed by Councillor King. A motion to have staff report on making property tax classes 5, 6, 8, and 9 all 2.2% was defeated, but a motion to review property tax multiples was carried. The meeting included a closed session for labour relations.

• Approved purchase of 1124 Mount Newton Cross Road for $3,250,000 (5-1)
• Approved grant to WSANEC Lands Trust Society of $27,937.55 (unanimous)
• Approved land acquisition for trail extension at 7210 Wallace for $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of land at Wallace Drive and Hovey Road for $4,690,000 (5-1)
• Approved additional $300,000 for Civic Facilities Redevelopment Project design (5-1)
• Defeated motion to make property tax classes 5, 6, 8, 9 all 2.2% (2-4)
• Approved 2025 capital projects including Active Transportation ($3,172,000), Water Main Replacements ($3,500,000), Brentwood Sewer Project ($3,671,000) (5-1)
• Approved 2025 Budget Guidelines with 1.25% property tax increase for asset replacement (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The Central Saanich Council will approve the agenda, hear staff reports, consider bylaws and unfinished business, and vote on a motion to close part of the meeting. If adopted, the closed portion will address matters such as land acquisition, disposition, expropriation, or solicitor‑client privileged advice.

• Approval of agenda
• Staff reports
• Bylaw items
• Unfinished business
• Motion to close meeting (closed portion)

The October 21, 2024 Special (Open) Council meeting approved its agenda and then unanimously moved into a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(i) to discuss land acquisition/disposition and solicitor-client privileged advice. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m. after the closed session.

• Approved agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(i) (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will give first and second readings to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206 for 1934 Hovey Road and refer both to a public hearing. Staff will schedule an Opportunity to be Heard on several variances for Development Permit Application 3060-20-10/23 at that site, including height increases, setback reductions, and parking adjustments. The meeting also includes a resolution to support the 2025 FireSmart Community Funding application and a directive to begin public consultation on the Draft Parks and Trails Master Plan. Additional items are the adoption of two tax exemption bylaws and a winter holiday closure of municipal offices.

• First and second reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 (1934 Hovey Road) and referral to public hearing
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206 (1934 Hovey Road) and referral to public hearing
• Opportunity to be Heard on variances for Development Permit 3060-20-10/23 at 1934 Hovey Road (height, setbacks, parking, bike stalls)
• Resolution to support the 2025 FireSmart Community Funding application
• Directive to initiate public consultation on the Draft Parks and Trails Master Plan

Central Saanich Council voted 3-3 on giving OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 (1934 Hovey Road) First and Second Reading and referring it to a public hearing; the motion was defeated. Council unanimously adopted two 2025 permissive tax exemption bylaws (2203 and 2210), supported a FireSmart Community Resiliency Investment Program funding application, directed staff to begin public consultation on the draft Parks and Trails Master Plan, and approved a winter holiday closure of municipal hall and yard offices from 2:00 p.m. December 24, 2024 to 8:30 a.m. January 2, 2025. Council also adopted prior meeting minutes, received correspondence for information, and convened a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (e), and (i).

• OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 (1934 Hovey Road) First and Second Reading and referral to public hearing — DEFEATED (3 to 3; opposed: Mayor Windsor, Councillor King, Councillor Thompson)
• Approved application to Community Resiliency Investment Program - FireSmart Community Funding by Council resolution (unanimous)
• Directed staff to initiate public consultation on the draft Parks and Trails Master Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Central Saanich Tax Exemption Bylaw 2203, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Central Saanich Tax Exemption Bylaw 2210, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved municipal hall and yard offices closed to the public from 2:00 p.m. December 24, 2024, reopening 8:30 a.m. January 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from the October 7, 2024 Regular meeting and October 7 and October 9, 2024 Special (Open) meetings (unanimous)
• Convened a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (e), and (i) (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. It will receive informational updates on a governance overview, the 2025 planning work plan, and an interim housing need report. The commission will also consider a rezoning application and development permit for the small‑lot development at 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road, including whether the APC supports the application and any substantive issues for council.

• Adoption of the October 16, 2024 agenda
• Adoption of minutes from the September 18, 2024 APC meeting
• Governance Overview (information only)
• Planning 2025 Work Plan (information only)
• Rezoning and Development Permit application for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road (small‑lot development)

The Advisory Planning Commission unanimously supported a rezoning and development permit for a small lot project. The Commission also requested that Council consider allowing higher height limits for homes with livable basements.

• Supported Rezoning and Development Permit for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road (Unanimous)
• Requested Council consider allowing houses to exceed current height limits when a livable basement is 1.2m above ground (Carried; Opposed: Mark Alexander, Faye McClinton)

Special (Open) Council

The Council is meeting to approve the agenda and move into a closed session. The closed portion of the meeting concerns the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements.

• Closed meeting regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

The October 9, 2024 special council meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda and then unanimously voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss a potential land acquisition or disposition, citing the Community Charter provision that allows closure when disclosure could harm municipal interests. The meeting recessed back to open at 7:46 p.m. and adjourned immediately, with no substantive decisions made in open session.

• Approved the meeting agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Closed the meeting to the public to discuss land acquisition/disposition under Community Charter s.90(1)(e) (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The council will approve the agenda for the October 7, 2024 special meeting. It will consider a motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(e) concerning land acquisition or disposition. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Approval of agenda for Oct 7, 2024 special council meeting
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter 90(1)(e) for land matters

The October 7, 2024 Special (Open) Council meeting was called to order, approved its agenda, and then unanimously moved into a closed meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(e) to discuss a potential land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation. The closed session lasted from 6:01 p.m. to 6:47 p.m., after which the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter 90(1)(e) for land matter (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider several staff reports, including a recommendation to issue Development Permit 3060-20-5/23 for seven townhomes at 1131 Verdier Avenue. It will also review a strata conversion application for 7925 East Saanich Road that includes conditions to keep three units as rentals for ten years. Additional items include the renewal of 2025 permissive tax exemption bylaws and a rezoning and development proposal for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road. A motion to close part of the meeting will also be considered.

• Development Permit 3060-20-5/23 for seven townhomes at 1131 Verdier Avenue
• Strata conversion for 7925 East Saanich Road with rental‑unit covenant
• 2025 permissive tax exemption renewal and bylaws 2210 & 2203
• Rezoning and small‑lot development for 2384 Alta Vista Place and 6673 Buena Vista Road
• Motion to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter

Council authorized a strata conversion for 7925 East Saanich Road, requiring an architect's report, improvements, and a 10-year rental covenant for three units. A development permit for seven townhomes at 1131 Verdier Avenue was also approved. The 2025 permissive tax exemption renewal was approved, and a rezoning application for 2384 Alta Vista Place was referred to the Advisory Planning Commission.

• Approved Development Permit 3060-20-5/23 for seven townhomes at 1131 Verdier Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized strata conversion for 7925 East Saanich Road with conditions including 10-year rental covenant (4-1, Councillor King opposed)
• Approved 2025 permissive tax exemption renewal with no changes to Bylaws 2157 and 2158 (unanimous)
• Introduced and gave first, second, and third reading to Tax Exemption Bylaw 2210, 2024 (unanimous)
• Introduced and gave first, second, and third reading to Tax Exemption Bylaw 2203, 2024 (unanimous)
• Excluded Bylaw 2203, 2024 from 1.5% tax revenue policy reductions (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning application 3360-20-07/2 and Development Permit 3060-20-5/24 for 2384 Alta Vista Place to Advisory Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Forwarded correspondence about MYST funding to Victoria Family Court and Youth Justice Committee representative (unanimous)

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider the OCP amendment, rezoning and development permit applications for the project at 1934 Hovey Road, as referred by council. The meeting also includes a review of the district's Citizen Engagement Strategy, information on limited‑mobility parking at Sandown, and a briefing on the New Horizons for Seniors Program. Minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting will be adopted.

• Review of 1934 Hovey Road OCP amendment, rezoning and development permit (with attached reports and plans)
• Discussion of Citizen Engagement Strategy (Report No. CS-24-019)
• Information on Sandown limited‑mobility parking (correspondence from D. Willows)
• Briefing on New Horizons for Seniors Program (memorandum to HCLAC)
• Adoption of minutes from the July 25, 2024 SPAAC meeting

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee unanimously approved a letter of support for the District of North Saanich's New Horizons for Seniors Program application. The committee also received information on a development application at 1934 Hovey Road, discussed electric vehicle charging stations, and provided feedback on a citizen engagement strategy. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved letter of support for New Horizons for Seniors Program application (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of July 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider several items including early approval of a $120,000 police fleet budget, a $35,632 property tax exemption for the WSÁNEĆ Lands Trust Society, renewal of a temporary use permit for a cannabis retailer at 2‑7855 East Saanich Road, and a development permit variance at 6536 Rodolph Road. The meeting also includes adoption of bylaws on heat‑pump financing and housing agreements, and a reconsideration of the council correspondence policy.

• Early approval of the 2025 Police Fleet Capital Budget – $120,000
• One‑time property tax exemption of $35,632 for WSÁNEĆ Lands Trust Society
• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit #3100‑20‑2/21 for cannabis retail at 2‑7855 East Saanich Road (3‑year term)
• Development Permit #3060‑20‑10/24 with variance reducing frontage from 22 m to 12.68 m at 6536 Rodolph Road
• Adoption of Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 14 (Bylaw No. 2209)

Council approved a series of traffic safety measures for the Turgoose neighbourhood, including road painting and advocacy for intersection improvements. Additionally, Council authorized the 2025 police fleet capital budget and advanced several housing and development bylaws.

• Approved $120,000 for 2025 police fleet capital budget (5-1)
• Authorized renewal of cannabis retail temporary use permit (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variance for 6536 Rodolph Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted housing agreement bylaw for 2515 Hackett Cr (5-1)
• Advanced housing and zoning bylaws for 1183 Verdier Ave (5-1/unanimous)
• Filed notice on title for 7068 East Saanich Road (unanimous)
• Approved new correspondence policy for community issues (5-1)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss the OCP amendment, rezoning and development permit applications for 1934 Hovey Road. Commissioners are asked to comment on adaptive design, a seniors housing agreement, building height, parking provisions, transportation demand management, growth targets and overall density. The items are presented with reports, memos and updated plans for review.

• OCP amendment, rezoning and development permit for 1934 Hovey Rd
• Adaptive design considerations
• Seniors housing agreement review
• Building height and parking proposals, including accessible reduction
• Transportation demand management, growth targets and overall density

The Advisory Planning Commission reviewed the 1934 Hovey Rd application for an OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit. They unanimously supported the adaptive designs, seniors housing agreement with the Legion, building heights, and the number of units, but expressed concerns about parking quantity and fees. The commission also requested better education on growth targets and noted significant departures from the Official Community Plan.

• Accepted proposed adaptive designs of two buildings (unanimous)
• Supported seniors housing agreement with Legion (unanimous)
• Supported building heights and associated variances (unanimous)
• Expressed concerns about parking amount and fee in rental market building (unanimous)
• Accepted transportation demand management approach, except parking issues (unanimous)
• Requested better education on growth targets; agreed development meets senior and rental housing demands (carried, opposed: Faye McClinton)
• Supported number of units as presented (carried, opposed: Faye McClinton, Susan Zedel)
• Expressed concern about significant departures from Official Community Plan (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider authorizing Development Permit 3060‑20‑10/24 for four triplexes at 7043, 7047, 7053 and 7057 Central Saanich Road and the discharge of covenant CA9609782. It will also review a Heat Pump Financing Program bylaw amendment and adopt three loan‑authorization bylaws for the 2024 financial plan. Additional items include a denied accessory‑living‑centre application at 8165 Derrinberg Road and various reports and correspondence.

• Development Permit 3060‑20‑10/24 for four triplexes at 7043, 7047, 7053, 7057 Central Saanich Road – recommendation to authorize issuance and discharge covenant CA9609782
• Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 14 – recommendation for first, second and third reading
• Loan Authorization Bylaws No. 2198, 2199, 2200 for the 2024 financial plan – recommendation to adopt
• ALC application to permit two trailer/RV dwelling units at 8165 Derrinberg Road – recommendation to deny
• Petition to improve water services on Bryn Road – presented for consideration

Central Saanich Council authorized a development permit for four triplexes at 7043-7057 Central Saanich Road and advanced a housing agreement bylaw for 2515 Hackett Cr. Council also approved reforms for the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission (PAAC), including a terms of reference review and a request for the Capital Regional District to assume committee oversight. Additionally, Council granted an unpaid leave of absence to Councillor Riddell from September 21 to October 26, 2024.

• Authorized development permit for 7043-7057 Central Saanich Road (unanimous)
• Approved PAAC terms of reference review and operational changes (unanimous)
• Requested CRD assume responsibility for PAAC (6-1)
• Adopted three loan authorization bylaws (unanimous)
• Gave first three readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw 2208 (6-1)
• Approved unpaid leave for Councillor Riddell (unanimous)
• Directed staff to set standards for accessible EV charging stations (5-2)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 4, 2024 meeting. It will then consider two variance applications: one for 6259 Marie Meadows Rd to reduce the rear lot line setback from 6.0 m to 2.48 m to retain part of the dwelling after subdivision, and another for 6299 Robin Way to reduce the rear lot line setback from 6.89 m to 6.76 m to accommodate a poured foundation.

• Adopt agenda for July 25, 2024 Board of Variance meeting
• Adopt minutes from July 4, 2024 Board of Variance meeting
• Variance request at 6259 Marie Meadows Rd: rear setback from 6.0 m to 2.48 m
• Variance request at 6299 Robin Way: rear setback from 6.89 m to 6.76 m

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, review a Council referral for an Enabling Accessibility Fund grant application, and consider public feedback documents.

• Approval of July 25, 2024 agenda
• Adoption of May 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Enabling Accessibility Fund Grant Application
• Review of public feedback documents
• SPAAC Recommendations to Councils Tracking Sheet

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee unanimously approved a motion directing the three municipalities to identify and implement standards for accessible public EV charging stations. It also unanimously approved a motion, as amended, to include dedicated accessible seating/viewing areas and accessible parking in close proximity for community events, with this information included in all event advertising. The committee discussed but did not vote on an accessible playground feature grant application for Centennial Park.

• Approved motion for municipalities to set standards for accessible public EV charging stations (unanimous)
• Approved motion as amended for dedicated accessible seating/viewing and parking at community events, included in advertising (unanimous)
• Adopted May 23, 2024 minutes as circulated (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended with new item 8.1 (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Central Saanich Council is holding a public hearing on a zoning bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 2110) that would create a new Maber (ȾIKEL) Wetlands Agriculture Zone A‑2, limiting the land to agricultural use. Staff have recommended revising the zoning map to align the northeast boundary with contour lines and remove an area with an existing building. Public comments will be recorded, and Council will make a decision at a future regular meeting.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2110 – proposal to create a Maber (ȾIKEL) Wetlands Agriculture Zone A‑2
• Staff recommendation to adjust the northeast zoning boundary to match contour lines and remove an existing building area

The July 22, 2024 public hearing was held to receive input on Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2110, 2022, which proposes an Agriculture Zone A-2 for the Maber (ȾIKEL) Wetlands area. Four residents asked questions or expressed support, but no decisions were made at the hearing. The hearing was closed at 6:48 p.m.

• Public hearing held for Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2110, 2022 (no decision made)
• Hearing closed at 6:48 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

The council authorized the purchase of a John Deere 544G wheel loader for $246,658 from Brandt Tractor Ltd. It also approved the signing of the 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund Agreement and supported a $125,000 grant application to the Enabling Accessibility Fund. Additional items included a development permit variance for 553 Senanus Drive and the adoption of multiple bylaws.

• Award of Tender No 24‑028 for a John Deere 544G wheel loader to Brandt Tractor Ltd. at $246,658 plus taxes
• Authorization for the mayor and corporate officer to sign the 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund Agreement
• Support for the District’s $125,000 grant application to the Enabling Accessibility Fund
• Approval of Development Permit 3090‑20‑20/24 with setback variance for retaining walls at 553 Senanus Drive
• Adoption of Bylaw No 2197 to amend citations in the Sign and Subdivision and Servicing Bylaws

Council defeated a motion to directly apply for a Temporary Use Permit for a gravel parking lot at Saanich Peninsula Hospital (3-4), but passed a motion encouraging the hospital foundation to apply. Council also referred the 1934 Hovey Road OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit to advisory committees, and directed staff to explore bike routes and a Vision Zero review for Wallace Drive.

• Defeated motion to commence Temporary Use Permit for hospital parking (3-4)
• Carried motion encouraging hospital foundation to apply for TUP (6-1)
• Referred 1934 Hovey Rd OCP/rezoning/DP to Advisory Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Referred 1934 Hovey Rd to Accessibility Advisory Committee (5-2)
• Directed staff to explore bike routes between Brentwood Bay and Saanichton (unanimous)
• Directed staff to review Wallace Drive sidewalk design for vulnerable users (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on Vision Zero and 30km zone on Wallace Dr (6-1)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment for Maber Wetlands Agriculture Zone (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider the affordable housing project at 1183 Verdier Ave. It will give first and second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2194, 2024 and first, second, and third reading to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2195, 2024. The commission will also review conditions including amendment of covenants and easements, a right‑of‑way change, Ministry approval, and a $19,000 transit fund allocation with $11,000 for Modo memberships. The rezoning application 3360-20-23/24 and Development Permit application 3060-20-10/24 are being referred to the commission.

• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2194, 2024 for 1183 Verdier Ave.
• First, second, and third reading of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2195, 2024 for 1183 Verdier Ave.
• Amendment of covenant CA3834731 and easement CA3834738 for shared parking with 7180, 7182 and 7188 West Saanich Road.
• Amendment of Statutory Right of Way FB132765-68 to add the southernmost 21‑metre portion for pedestrian passage.
• Allocation of $19,000 to the transit fund and $11,000 to 22 Modo memberships for deep‑subsidy units.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:15 p.m. because a quorum was not met within fifteen minutes of the scheduled start time. No substantive decisions were made.

Regular Council Meeting

The Council will review a rezoning application for an affordable housing project and a $100,000 loan for Little League turf. The agenda also includes several contract awards for climate adaptation, road pathways, and roof replacements.

• Rezoning and development permit for 1183 Verdier Avenue
• $100,000 interest-free loan for Central Saanich Little League infield turf
• $248,645 contract award for disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation
• $487,736.60 tender award for Mt Newton Cross Rd Pathway Phase 1
• $211,395.00 tender award for roof replacements

Central Saanich Council gave first and second reading to a zoning amendment and first three readings to a housing agreement for an affordable housing project at 1183 Verdier Ave, with conditions to be met before adoption, and referred the applications to the Advisory Planning Commission. Council also awarded several tenders for road, roof, and paving work, approved a $100,000 interest-free loan and 15-year license for synthetic turf at Diamond 6, and introduced three notices of motion. A motion to fill vacant Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission positions was ruled out of order.

• Approved 15-year license and $100,000 interest-free loan for synthetic turf at Diamond 6 with Central Saanich Little League (unanimous)
• Awarded RFP 24-014 for disaster risk reduction to Pinna Sustainability at $248,645 (unanimous)
• Awarded Tender 24-034 for Mt Newton Cross Rd Pathway Phase 1 to Copcan Civil LP at $487,736.60 (unanimous)
• Awarded Tender 24-027 for roof replacements to Flynn Canada Ltd. at $211,395.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded Tender 24-044 for asphalt paving to Island Asphalt Company at $696,180.00 for one year with extension options (unanimous)
• Gave first and second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2194 for 1183 Verdier Ave affordable housing (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2195 for 1183 Verdier Ave (unanimous)
• Amended transit fund allocation to $19,000 for RGI/deep subsidy units and $11,000 for 22 Modo memberships (4-2, opposed: Newton, Riddell)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance is reviewing a variance request for 8270 Thomson Place. The proposal seeks to increase the gross floor area of an existing detached accessory dwelling unit from 90m² to 115m².

• Variance request at 8270 Thomson Place to increase accessory dwelling area from 90m² to 115m²
• Adoption of June 6, 2024, meeting minutes

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

The committee will review updates on the Parks and Trails Plan and two land acquisition opportunities at 7210 Wallace Drive and 1124 Mt. Newton Cross Road. Members will also consider recommending a partnership with Greater Victoria 2030 District for climate action.

• Recommendation to endorse a partnership with Greater Victoria 2030 District
• Land acquisition opportunity at 7210 Wallace Drive for trail extension
• Land acquisition opportunity at 1124 Mt. Newton Cross Road for a park
• Parks and Trails Plan update

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee recommended that Council include the 7210 Wallace Drive trail extension in the 2025/2026 budget. Additionally, the committee recommended that Council endorse a partnership with the Greater Victoria 2030 District program. Other agenda items regarding park land acquisition and the Parks and Trails Master Plan were received for information.

• Recommended 7210 Wallace Drive trail extension for 2025/2026 budget (2-0)
• Recommended partnership with Greater Victoria 2030 District (2-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 agenda as amended (2-0)
• Adopted April 4, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)

Regular Council Meeting

The meeting includes decisions on provincial Bill 44 housing amendments for both urban and rural areas. Council will also consider a rezoning application for an affordable housing project at 1183 Verdier Ave. Other items include road safety discussions and the approval of the 2023 Annual Report.

• Adoption of Bill 44 small-scale multi-unit housing zoning bylaws
• Rezoning application for affordable housing at 1183 Verdier Ave
• Amendments to the Maber (ȾIKEL) Wetlands Agriculture A-2 Zone
• Request for synthetic turf installation at Alexander Park
• Approval of the 2023 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information

Central Saanich Council adopted two bylaws related to provincial Bill 44 housing requirements and approved the 2023 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information. Council also directed staff to investigate cyclist safety improvements between Brentwood Village and Stelly's Secondary School and initiated the public process for an affordable housing project at 1183 Verdier Ave.

• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2196 (Bill 44)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2172 (Bill 44)
• Approved 2023 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information
• Directed staff to report on cyclist safety improvements (5-2)
• Rescinded and re-gave second reading to Maber Wetlands A-2 zoning bylaw
• Authorized public notice for 1183 Verdier Ave. affordable housing project
• Referred parking and TDM motion to Transportation Master Plan

Special (Open) Council

This special council meeting consists of procedural items and a request to move into a closed session. The proposed closed session would address land acquisition, solicitor-client privilege, and municipal service negotiations.

The June 17, 2024 Special (Open) Council meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. and the agenda was approved as circulated. Council then voted unanimously to convene a closed meeting under three subsections of the Community Charter, and the meeting was closed to the public at 6:01 p.m. The meeting returned to open session at 7:36 p.m. and adjourned at 7:36 p.m. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only recorded votes were procedural.

• Approved the June 17, 2024 Special (Open) Council agenda as circulated (unanimous)
• Voted to convene a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (i) and (k) (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:36 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

The Council will vote on adopting Bylaw No. 2196 for small-scale multi-unit housing within the urban containment boundary. They will also introduce new zoning amendments for areas outside that boundary. Additionally, motions regarding beach accessibility and parking requirement reductions will be addressed.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2196 (Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing inside urban boundary)
• First, second, and third readings for Bylaw No. 2172 (Housing outside urban boundary)
• Notice of motion regarding accessibility improvements at Island View Beach
• Notice of motion to explore reducing parking requirements via TDM objectives

Central Saanich Council approved staff requests for 2024 UBCM Convention ministry appointments and advanced multiple Bill 44 housing bylaws, including changing a zone name and giving first, second, and third readings to zoning amendments outside the urban containment boundary. Council also tabled correspondence regarding Wallace Drive bike lanes to June 24 and passed a notice of motion to request CRD park accessibility improvements at Island View Beach Regional Park.

• Requested appointments for 2024 UBCM Convention with relevant ministries (5-1)
• Requested UBCM appointment regarding BC Hydro local area planning and reducing lead times (Carried unanimously)
• Requested UBCM appointment with Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure regarding active transportation (5-1)
• Requested UBCM appointment with Minister of Housing regarding Bill 44 and infrastructure funding (5-1)
• Changed 'village zone residential' in Bylaw No. 2196 to 'neighbourhood residential' (4-2)
• Deferred third reading and adoption of Bylaw No. 2196 to June 24 Council meeting (Carried unanimously)
• Gave First, Second, and Third Readings to Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2172, 2024 (Bill 44 – Outside Urban Containment Boundary) (Carried unanimously)
• Reached out to CRD via Regional Parks Committee for Island View Beach park accessibility improvements (Carried unanimously)

Public Hearing

The District held a public hearing to receive submissions regarding Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2196, 2024. Residents provided testimony on densification, lot sizes, and neighborhood impacts. No final decisions or votes were recorded in these minutes.

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance is reviewing two variance requests regarding building dimensions. The items include a proposal to increase the gross floor area of an existing accessory dwelling and a request to adjust allowable height due to a calculation error.

• Variance for 8270 Thomson Place to increase gross floor area from 90m² to 115m²
• Variance for 7939 Central Saanich Road to increase allowable height from 8.0m to 8.64m

Healthy Communities Standing Committee

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee will receive a report from the Director of Engineering on road safety and active transportation design considerations, including an analysis of Wallace Drive options. The agenda also includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Report on road safety and active transportation design considerations
• Appendix B: Stantec Wallace Drive Options Analysis
• Appendix D: Wallace Drive post-construction renderings
• Adoption of minutes from December 7, 2023 meeting

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee voted unanimously to recommend that Council direct staff to investigate and report back on options to improve cyclist safety between Brentwood Village and Stelly's Secondary School, including the feasibility of a multi-use path and alternative routes. The committee also recommended that Council send follow-up correspondence to BC Hydro about negotiating rights of way, and supported staff reporting back on Vision Zero road speed standards. Councillor Paltiel was elected chair for 2024. The committee heard from three residents about road safety and active transportation design concerns.

• Recommended Council direct staff to investigate and report back on cyclist safety options between Brentwood Village and Stelly's Secondary School, including multi-use path feasibility and alternative routes (unanimous)
• Recommended Council send follow-up correspondence to BC Hydro enquiring about their aptitude to negotiate on rights of way (unanimous)
• Recommended Council support staff reporting back on Vision Zero standards for road speeds across the District (unanimous)
• Elected Councillor Paltiel as chair for 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended by adding Election of Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted December 7, 2023 minutes as circulated (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider consenting to a $50 million CRD loan for the Regional Trestles Renewal, Trails Widening and Lighting Project. They will also vote on several bylaws, including borrowing for sewer, bike lane, and flyover projects, and advance zoning changes for small-scale multi-unit housing. A motion to request accessibility improvements at Island View Beach from the CRD will be introduced.

• CRD request for municipal consent on Bylaw No. 4588, a $50,000,000 loan for Regional Trestles Renewal, Trails Widening and Lighting Project
• Loan Authorization Bylaws for 2024 and 2025 Financial Plan: Bylaw 2198 (Brentwood Bay Sewer Debt), Bylaw 2199 (Wallace Drive Bike Lane Debt), Bylaw 2200 (Keating Flyover Debt)
• Second reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2196 for Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing inside the Urban Containment Boundary, with a public hearing scheduled for June 10
• Staff directed to amend Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2172 for housing outside the Urban Containment Boundary to maintain single-family dwelling use in A-3, A-5, A-7 zones
• Notice of motion regarding accessibility improvements at Island View Beach, including parking, trails, and wheelchair-accessible foreshore access

Council updated zoning bylaws for small-scale multi-unit housing and modified the Council Correspondence Policy to ensure public letters are placed on open agendas. The board also authorized land acquisition for a trail extension and approved several loan authorization bylaws.

• Removed residential corridor designation from Turgoose/Lochside in Bylaw No. 2196 (6-1)
• Scheduled June 10 public hearing for Bylaw No. 2196 regarding housing units (6-1)
• Amended Bylaw No. 2172 to maintain single family dwelling use in A-3, A-5, and A-7 zones
• Authorized land acquisition and ALC applications for trail extension at 7210 Wallace Drive
• Approved $60,000 joint grant application for Emergency Operations Centre training and equipment
• Updated Council Correspondence Policy to place all acceptable community correspondence on regular agendas (5-2)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 12
• Denied consent for CRD to adopt Regional Parks Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1, 2024

Special (Open) Council

This is a procedural special council meeting. The only substantive item is a motion to close the meeting to the public under solicitor-client privilege. No other decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege

Council approved the meeting agenda and voted to convene a closed meeting to receive solicitor-client privileged advice. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved the May 27, 2024 Special Council meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to close meeting for solicitor-client privilege (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will discuss and potentially give first reading to a zoning bylaw amendment (Bylaw 2196) that would allow small-scale multi-unit housing inside the Urban Containment Boundary, as required by provincial Bill 44. A separate bylaw (Bylaw 2172) for housing outside the boundary will be introduced for future consideration. Council will also consider adopting the 2023 audited financial statements, approving a soil removal permit for a multi-unit development at 7701 East Saanich Road, and adopting a traffic regulation bylaw for Keating Cross Road.

• First reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2196 (Bill 44 – small-scale multi-unit housing inside Urban Containment Boundary)
• Introduction of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2172 (Bill 44 – housing outside Urban Containment Boundary) for June 10 meeting
• Adoption of 2023 Audited Financial Statements
• Approval of soil removal application for multi-unit development at 7701 East Saanich Road
• Adoption of Keating Cross Road Traffic Regulation Bylaw 2160

Council advanced Bill 44 zoning amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing, passing Option One with an amendment linking density to transit and commercial connectivity. The council also unanimously adopted a local area service bylaw for heat pump financing and approved a soil removal application for a development at 7701 East Saanich Road. A motion to defer consideration of broader residential rezoning criteria until September 2024 was carried.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2196 (Bill 44 housing) given First and Second Reading (4-2)
• Heat Pump Financing Program Bylaw No. 2201 adopted (unanimous)
• Soil Removal Application for 7701 East Saanich Road approved (unanimous)
• Keating Cross Road Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 2160 adopted (unanimous)
• Motion to defer residential rezoning criteria consideration to September 2024 carried (5-1)
• Resolution to invite cycling organization representative to May 30 committee meeting carried (unanimous)
• 2023 Audited Financial Statements accepted (unanimous)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance is meeting to consider two variance applications. One seeks to reduce the side yard setback at 939 Benvenuto Avenue for a new accessory building. The other requests a height increase at a property on 7939 Central Saanich Road due to a construction error.

• 939 Benvenuto Avenue: variance to reduce side yard setback from 4.5m to 3m for a new accessory building
• 7939 Central Saanich Road: variance to increase allowable height from 8.0m to 8.64m due to a roof construction error
• Adoption of minutes from June 1, 2023 and January 11, 2024 meetings

Special (Open) Council

This is a special meeting of Central Saanich Council that will immediately recess into a Committee of the Whole for a workshop. The sole substantive item is a workshop to receive information on the Parks and Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Workshop: Parks & Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary
• Attachments include a staff presentation and a 'What We Heard' report

Council convened a Committee of the Whole for a workshop presentation on the Parks & Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary. The session was for information only and no substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Convened Committee of the Whole for Parks & Trails Master Plan workshop (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider adopting the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, and give third reading to several rezoning bylaws including for a restaurant at 1445 Benvenuto Ave. Council will also authorize an electric kick scooter pilot project and receive committee reports on parks and accessibility.

• Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183, 2024
• Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, 2024
• Third reading for rezoning at 938 Verdier Avenue, 1741 Verling Avenue, 1592 Verling Avenue, and 1445 Benvenuto Ave (restaurant with conditions)
• Authorization of Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project starting April 5, 2024
• Rescinding of bylaw for 755 Harding Lane rezoning

Council approved the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and Tax Rates Bylaw for 2024. The board also authorized an electric kick scooter pilot project and advanced several rezoning applications to third reading.

• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project (4-1)
• Approved third reading for rezoning at 938 Verdier Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved third reading for rezoning at 1741 Verling Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved third reading for rezoning at 1592 Verling Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved third reading for restaurant rezoning at 1445 Benvenuto Avenue (Unanimous)
• Rescinded first, second, and third readings for 755 Harding Lane rezoning (4-1)

Public Hearing

Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw No. 2156, a site-specific amendment to change the zoning of 1445 Benvenuto Avenue from Agriculture (A-1) to permit a restaurant. The hearing is the opportunity for affected persons to speak; Council will decide at a future regular meeting.

• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156 for 1445 Benvenuto Avenue
• Proposed change from Agriculture (A-1) zoning to allow a restaurant as a permitted use
• Public hearing scheduled for April 22, 2024, 7:00-8:00 pm in Council Chambers

The council held a public hearing regarding Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on the bylaw.

Regular Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on a Temporary Use Permit for an RV park at 3290 Campion Road (Beachcomber RV Park). The permit, if approved, would last three years. Council will also consider consenting to a CRD loan bylaw for $7,720,000 for Saanich Peninsula wastewater services, and vote on adopting the 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Five Year Financial Plan.

• Temporary Use Permit for RV park at 3290 Campion Road (3-year term)
• CRD request for municipal consent to borrow $7,720,000 for wastewater services
• Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2175
• Second reading and public hearing for rezoning at 1445 Benvenuto Ave (restaurant)
• Resident request for sidewalk on Lochside Dr forwarded to Traffic Safety Committee

Central Saanich council gave first, second and third readings to the 2024 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183 and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, all carried unanimously. Council also approved a three-year Temporary Use Permit for 3290 Campion Road (Beachcomber RV Park), adopted the 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2175, and consented to the CRD adopting its Saanich Peninsula Wastewater Services Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1, 2024. A rezoning application at 1445 Benvenuto Avenue for a restaurant was given second reading as amended and referred to a public hearing. Council also held two closed meetings, one under Community Charter section 90(1)(e) on land matters and one under section 90(2)(b) on confidential government negotiations.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit #3100-20-15/24 for 3290 Campion Road (Beachcomber RV Park) for three years (unanimous)
• Consented to CRD adopting Bylaw No. 4596, Saanich Peninsula Wastewater Services Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Central Saanich Fees and Charges Bylaw 2175 (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third readings to Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183, 2024 (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third readings to Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, 2024 (unanimous)
• Amended Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156 to reference Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, 2024 (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156 (1445 Benvenuto Avenue) as amended and referred it to a public hearing (unanimous)
• Convened closed meetings under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e) and 90(2)(b) (unanimous)

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee will receive a report on the Parks and Trails Master Plan Phase 1, including a 'What We Heard' summary and background review. The committee is asked to provide input for the next phase of the plan. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and election of a chair.

• Parks & Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary report for information and input
• Appendix A: What We Heard Report
• Appendix B: Background Review Report
• Annual election of committee chair
• Adoption of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee reviewed the Parks & Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary. The committee recommended that Council consider adding a Turgoose trail extension and connective access to Cooperidge Park to the plan.

• Nominated Councillor Thompson as Chair for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Council that a proposed addition to the Turgoose trail be referred to staff for the Parks and Trails Master Plan (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Council that connective access to Cooperidge Park be considered for the Parks and Trails Master Plan (Unanimous)
• Recommended that Council provide additional input for the draft Parks and Trails Master Plan (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will vote on adopting several bylaws, including a new zoning bylaw, a subdivision bylaw, a sign bylaw, and a land use bylaw repeal. They will also consider adopting two rezoning and development permit applications for infill housing at 6983 Hagan Road and 7214 Veyaness Road, along with amendments to the fees and charges bylaw. A presentation from the Peninsula Recreation Commission on their 5-Year Strategic Plan is scheduled.

• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2181, Sign Bylaw No. 2182, and Land Use Bylaw Repeal Bylaw No. 2179
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2162 for 6983 Hagan Road (infill rezoning) and authorization of Development Permit 3060-20-7/23
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2144 for 7214 Veyaness Road (infill rezoning) and authorization of Development Permit 3060-20-5/23
• Introduction and first three readings of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2175
• Adoption of Heat Pump Financing Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2173 and Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 11 (No. 2178)

Council approved the 2024-2028 Financial Plan with specific decreases, including a reduction for the South Island Prosperity Partnership. Several land use and financing bylaws were adopted, and two infill development permits were authorized.

• Adopted 2024-2028 Financial Plan with South Island Prosperity Partnership decrease (Unanimous)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Parcel Tax Bylaw 2024 and related Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 11 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2181, and Sign Bylaw No. 2182 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Repeal Bylaw No. 2179 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw 2175 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and development permit for 6983 Hagan Road (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and development permit for 7214 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Urged CRD to resume trucking biosolids to Vancouver for disposal (6-1)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application for 1445 Benvenuto Avenue to allow a restaurant. The application was referred to the commission for comment after receiving first reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• 1445 Benvenuto Ave rezoning application for a restaurant
• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156 introduced and given first reading on Feb 26, 2024
• Rezoning Application 3360-20-8/23 referred to APC for comment
• Adoption of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Advisory Planning Commission reviewed a rezoning application for a restaurant located at 1445 Benvenuto Avenue. After discussing parking, the change from a Temporary Use Permit, and neighbor feedback, the Commission voted to support the application.

• Approved agenda of March 20, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of February 21, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Supported Rezoning Application for 1445 Benvenuto Avenue (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This special meeting is convened primarily to consider and potentially adopt the 2024-2028 Financial Plan, including the Strategic Implementation Plan, Capital Plan, and budget summary. A presentation on the SIP and Capital Budget will follow. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Adoption of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan, including the 2024 Strategic Implementation Plan and Capital Plan
• Presentation on the SIP and Capital Budget Plan

Central Saanich Council reviewed the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and various strategic projects during a Committee of the Whole meeting. A motion to defer approval of the Financial Plan was carried 4-2, requiring staff to report back on reducing the tax rate increase by 0.5% or 1%. The plan was not adopted at this meeting.

• Agenda approved unanimously with late presentation added
• Committee of the Whole convened unanimously
• Motion to defer 2024-2028 Financial Plan approval carried 4-2
• Staff directed to report on reducing tax rate increase by 0.5% or 1%
• Committee of the Whole adjourned unanimously

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will meet to elect a chair, adopt minutes from 2023, hear any filed complaints or appeals, and certify the 2024 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll for the Heat Pump Financing Program.

• Election of Chair for the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel
• Adoption of minutes from March 29, 2023 meeting
• Review of complaints or appeals filed in writing 48 hours in advance
• Certification of 2024 Parcel Tax Roll under Community Charter Section 206(2)
• Bylaw No. 2173, Parcel Tax Roll 2024

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider second and third reading of bylaws to rezone two properties for infill housing, with amenity contributions. They will also vote on adopting a delegation of authority bylaw amendment, a land use bylaw severance, and a heat pump financing program amendment. A notice of motion regarding UBCM support for regional fill sites for contaminated soil is also on the agenda.

• Second and third reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment 2162 for 6983 Hagan Road, with $7,500 in amenity contributions
• Second and third reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment 2144 for 7214 Veyaness Road, with $15,000 in amenity contributions
• Adoption of Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2167
• Introduction and readings of Land Use Bylaw Repeal Bylaw 2179, Zoning Bylaw 2180, Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw 2181, and Sign Bylaw 2182
• Notice of motion requesting UBCM to source regional contaminated soil fill locations for priority infrastructure and housing projects

Council approved rezoning and development permits for infill housing projects at 6983 Hagan Road and 7214 Veyaness Road, requiring amenity fund contributions totaling $22,500. A development permit amendment for 1044 Clarke Road was declined due to massing concerns. Council also adopted a heat pump financing bylaw and directed staff to file a title notice against 1742 Hovey Road while exploring other options.

• Approved rezoning and development permit for 6983 Hagan Road with $7,500 amenity contribution
• Approved rezoning and development permit for 7214 Veyaness Road with $15,000 amenity contribution
• Declined development permit amendment for 1044 Clarke Road due to massing concerns
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 11
• Directed staff to file title notice against 1742 Hovey Road (6-1 vote)
• Approved 2024 Grant in Aid applications as recommended
• Adopted Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment No. 2
• Passed motion requesting UBCM support for regional contaminated soil fill locations

Special (Open) Council

This is a special meeting of Central Saanich Council, primarily convening as a Committee of the Whole to discuss a framework for reviewing infrastructure projects and development proposals. A presentation on the Turgoose Neighbourhood is also scheduled. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Review of a framework for infrastructure projects and development proposals (report from Director of Planning)
• Turgoose Neighbourhood presentation with correspondence from Lochside Developments

Council approved several traffic safety initiatives following a presentation on densification in the Turgoose/Lower Lochside community. Actions include planning a new crosswalk, deploying traffic counters, and reviewing speed limits on Lochside Drive.

• Approved including an activated crosswalk near James Island Rd in 2026 capital expenditures (Unanimous)
• Approved deployment of traffic counters on Mount Newton Cross Road by end of 2024 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to review Lochside Drive speed limits and recommend potential reductions (Unanimous)
• Approved implementing a speed reader sign if budget allows this year (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to identify low-cost safety suggestions for implementation within the next year (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to consolidate meeting recommendations into actionable items for Council (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to address pay parking in multi-family dwellings when updating the parking bylaw (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This special meeting is a committee-of-the-whole session to review the 2024 Draft Financial Plan, including the 2024-2028 capital plan and workforce plan implications. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for information only.

• 2024 Draft Financial Plan presented for review
• Appendix A: 2024-2027 Strategic Infrastructure Plan
• Appendix B: 2024 Workforce Plan Implications
• Appendix C: Draft 2024 Financial Plan (Feb 1 version)

Council reviewed the 2024 draft Financial Plan, workforce plan, and various departmental operating budgets. The meeting included presentations from administration, engineering, and emergency services.

• Directed Central Saanich Police Services to review the District's Strategic Plan for alignment and report annually starting in 2025 (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings on three land-use applications: a daycare at 1528 Stelly's Cross Road, a cannabis retail at 6765 Veyaness Road, and a 5-unit townhouse at 1255 Marchant Road. Staff also recommend drafting zoning changes to allow more secondary suites and accessory dwellings. Council will vote on several bylaws, including the 2024 parcel tax roll and road closure for Nimmo Road.

• Public hearing for Temporary Use Permit for childcare at 1528 Stelly's Cross Road, referred to Agricultural Land Commission
• Public hearing for Temporary Use Permit renewal for Bud's Cannabis at 6765 Veyaness Road
• Public hearing for Development Permit with variances for 5-unit townhouse at 1255 Marchant Road
• Staff directed to draft zoning amendments to allow secondary suites on lots under 1 ha and both suite and detached accessory dwelling on lots 1 ha or larger
• Council to adopt Road Closure (Nimmo Road) Bylaw No. 2168, 2023

Council approved temporary use permits for a daycare and a cannabis business, and a variance for a multi-sport box. A rezoning application for 1255 Marchant Road was defeated, while a rezoning for 7476 East Saanich Road was adopted.

• Approved daycare Temporary Use Permit for 1528 Stelly’s Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Approved cannabis Temporary Use Permit for 6765 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Approved height variance for Centennial Park multi-sport box at 1785 Hovey Road (Unanimous)
• Defeated first reading of rezoning for 1255 Marchant Road (2-3)
• Adopted rezoning and development permit for 7476 East Saanich Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted Road Closure Bylaw for Nimmo Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 funding for Saanich Inlet Protection Society Roundtable (Unanimous)
• Adopted Parcel Tax Roll Bylaw 2024 (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This is a special open council meeting with a single substantive item: an emergency management training session and exercise led by a consultant and the Emergency Program Manager. The agenda also includes routine procedural items like call to order, land acknowledgement, and approval of the agenda.

• Emergency Management - Elected Official Training presentation and exercise led by Chad Pacholik, Logic League Consulting Ltd. and Emergency Program Manager

Council attended a presentation and exercise on emergency management provided by the Emergency Program Manager and Logic League Consulting Ltd. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will elect a chair and review two infill rezoning and development permit applications referred by Council for comment. The applications are for 6983 Hagan Road and 7214 Veyaness Road, both involving Land Use Bylaw amendments. The Commission's role is advisory; it will provide comments to Council.

• Annual election of Commission Chair
• 6983 Hagan Road – Rezoning Application 3360-20-7/23 and Development Permit Application 3060-20-7/23
• 7214 Veyaness Road – Rezoning Application 3360-20-11/23 and Development Permit with Variances Application 3060-20-5/23
• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2162 (6983 Hagan Road) – First Reading
• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2144 (7214 Veyaness Road) – First Reading

The Advisory Planning Commission unanimously supported rezoning and development permit applications for properties on Hagan Road and Veyaness Road. The Commission also nominated its 2024 leadership and requested that Council consider more environmentally friendly alternatives to home demolition.

• Nominated Susan Zedel as Chair and Megan Parrish as Acting Chair for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Supported rezoning and development permit application for 6983 Hagan Road (Unanimous)
• Requested Council consider environmentally friendly solutions over home demolition (Unanimous)
• Supported rezoning and development permit application for 7214 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2024 agenda (Unanimous)
• Adopted December 6, 2023 minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning 938 Verdier Avenue from Residential Two Family (R-2) to Small Lot Single Family Residential (R-1S) to allow a proposed 3-lot subdivision. The hearing is an opportunity for affected property owners to speak on the bylaw. Council will deliberate and decide at a future regular meeting.

• Rezoning application for 938 Verdier Avenue from R-2 to R-1S
• Proposed 3-lot subdivision at 938 Verdier Avenue
• Public hearing for Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2023

The District of Central Saanich held a public hearing regarding Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2023, which affects 938 Verdier Avenue. Council members and staff reviewed the application, and residents expressed concerns about parking, density, tree removal, and construction noise, while one resident offered support. No final vote or decision on the bylaw amendment was recorded in these minutes; the hearing was simply closed after public submissions.

• Public hearing called to order for Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2079
• Planner and Director of Planning responded to Council questions
• Residents submitted comments on parking, density, trees, and noise
• Applicants provided information on suite sizes, parking, and solar panels
• Public hearing closed at 7:00 p.m. without a recorded vote

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding an $8.8 million tender for the Brentwood Bay Sanitary Sewer Project and hear public input on three rezoning and development permit applications for infill subdivisions on Hagan Road, Veyaness Road, and East Saanich Road. A $250,216 tractor/mower tender and a $1,000 grant to the South Island Farmer's Institute are also up for decision.

• Award of Tender No. 23-011 for Brentwood Bay Sanitary Sewer Project to Hazelwood Construction Ltd. at $8,831,631.32
• Opportunity to be Heard for Development Permit with Variances at 6983 Hagan Road, 7214 Veyaness Road, and 7476 East Saanich Road
• Award of Tender No. 24-001 for a tractor/mower to Vanderwal Equipment at $250,216.00
• Request for $1,000 grant to South Island Farmer's Institute for 2024 Farmer to Farmer conference
• First reading of Land Use Bylaw amendments for rezoning at 6983 Hagan Road, 7214 Veyaness Road, and 7476 East Saanich Road

Council approved several major infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. They also requested a third-party review of regional water supply assumptions and deferred a report on short-term rentals to 2026.

• Awarded Brentwood Bay Sanitary Sewer Project contract to Hazelwood Construction Ltd. for $8,831,631.32 (Unanimous)
• Awarded tractor/mower tender to Vanderwal Equipment for $250,216.00 (Unanimous)
• Requested independent third-party review of Regional Water Supply Commission study assumptions (4-1)
• Approved $1,000 support for South Vancouver Island Farmers Institute conference (Unanimous)
• Deferred Short-Term Rental Accommodations report to Q2 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Bylaw Amendment for 7476 East Saanich Road with $7,500 amenity contribution (Unanimous)
• Annulled outstanding $120 business license fee for Sea Dog Farm (Unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This is a procedural meeting with no substantive public business. Council will consider approving the agenda and then immediately move into a closed session under the Community Charter to discuss land acquisition, legal advice, and preliminary service negotiations. No decisions or public discussions are scheduled.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (i), and (k) for land, legal, and service matters

Council approved the meeting agenda and voted to convene a closed meeting to discuss land matters, legal advice, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. No substantive decisions were made in the open session.

• Approved the February 5, 2024 Special Council meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to close meeting for land, legal, and service discussions (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

Council is deciding on several planning items to comply with new provincial housing legislation. They will vote on an action plan and budget for a Housing Implementation Plan, approve zoning amendments, and adopt policies to streamline development approvals.

• Staff directed to proceed with Action Plan for Provincial Housing Legislation requirements
• 2024 budget early approval for temporary planning staff and consultants, funded by Local Government Housing Initiative grant
• First, second, and third readings of Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2167
• First, second, and third readings of Public Notice Bylaw No. 2169
• Adoption of Planning Policy 02.PLAN Priority Application Policy

Council directed staff to proceed with an Action Plan to meet Provincial Housing Legislation requirements and approved early 2024 budget for eighteen months of temporary planning staff, consultants and project costs, funded from the Local Government Housing Initiative grant. A set of development-approval bylaw amendments and a policy were referred to the next Council meeting rather than decided. Items on the Priority Application Policy and Provincial Housing Legislation zoning amendments were deferred to the next Council meeting, and Council agreed to consider aligning with provincial short-term rental rules for primary residences at that meeting.

• Directed staff to proceed with Action Plan for Provincial Housing Legislation (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 early budget for 18 months of temporary planning staff, consultants and project costs, funded by Local Government Housing Initiative grant (unanimous)
• Referred Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2167 (first/second/third reading) to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Referred Public Notice Bylaw No. 2169 (first/second/third reading) to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Referred Development Applications Procedure Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2170 (first/second/third reading) to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Referred adoption of Council Policy 01.PLAN Development Applications Process to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred items #4.3 Priority Application Policy and #4.4 Provincial Housing Legislation – Zoning Amendments to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to consider aligning with provincial short-term rental rules for primary residences at next meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider three development applications, including a two-lot subdivision at 7103 Brentwood Drive, a garage with accessory dwelling at 1017 Stelly’s Cross Road, and a carriage house at 6437 Central Saanich Road. Council will also vote on second and third reading of a road closure bylaw for Nimmo Road, adoption of a Code of Conduct bylaw, and amendments to the Business License Bylaw. Several notices of motion are introduced, including one to annul an outstanding business license fee for Sea Dog Farm.

• Development Permit with Variances for a two-lot subdivision at 7103 Brentwood Drive
• Development Variance Permit for a detached garage with accessory dwelling at 1017 Stelly’s Cross Road
• Development Permit with Variance for a carriage house at 6437 Central Saanich Road
• Second and third reading of Road Closure Bylaw No. 2168 for a portion of Nimmo Road
• Adoption of Business License Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2166

Central Saanich council adopted Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2165, 2023 by a 6-1 vote, with Councillor King opposed. Council also gave second and third readings to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2168, 2023 (Nimmo Road), adopted the Business License Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2166, 2023, and adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2127 and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 for 7701 East Saanich Road. Several development permits and a development variance permit were authorized for issuance, and various correspondence items were referred to staff.

• Adopted Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2165, 2023 (6-1, Councillor King opposed)
• Gave Second and Third Reading to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2168, 2023 (Nimmo Road) (unanimous)
• Adopted Business License Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2166, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2127 and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 for 7701 East Saanich Road (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances 3060-20-5/22 for 7103 Brentwood Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Variance Permit 3090-20/23 for 1017 Stelly's Cross Road (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit 3060-20-4/23 for 6437 Central Saanich Road (unanimous)
• Gave Second Reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079 (938 Verdier Avenue) and referred to Public Hearing (unanimous)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will elect a chair for 2024 and consider a single variance application. The applicant at 6299 Robin Way requests to reduce the rear lot line setback from 7.5m to 6.89m. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Election of chair for the Board of Variance Committee for the 2024 term, with Andy Chase nominated
• Variance application for 6299 Robin Way to relax rear lot line setback from 7.5m to 6.89m
• Adoption of minutes from June 1, June 22, and July 6, 2023 Board of Variance meetings

The Board of Variance unanimously approved a request to reduce the rear lot line setback from 7.5 to 6.89 metres for a suite addition at 6299 Robin Way, citing hardship related to future accessibility needs. Andy Chase was elected as the 2024 Chair. The Board also acknowledged the resignation of long-time member Elaine Hodgson.

• Approved variance to relax rear lot line setback from 7.5 to 6.89 metres at 6299 Robin Way (unanimous)
• Elected Andy Chase as 2024 Board of Variance Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from June 22 and July 6, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes from June 1, 2023 meeting for wording verification
• Acknowledged resignation of Board member Elaine Hodgson