Central Saanich public meetings in 2025

Special (Open) Council

The Special (Open) Council will give notice of First Reading for Development Permit Application 3060-20-23/23 at 7840 Lochside Drive and schedule an Opportunity to be Heard on the proposed variances. The variances include increasing the residential building height to 22.3 m, reducing several yard setbacks, raising the commercial unit height to 6.3 m, and lowering the parking requirement from 416 to 316 stalls. A motion will be moved to convene a Committee of the Whole to discuss these items.

• Motion to convene a Committee of the Whole meeting
• Rezoning and Development Permit (revised) for 7840 Lochside Drive – First Reading notice and Opportunity to be Heard
• Proposed height increase for residential building from 15.0 m to 22.3 m
• Setback reductions for residential and commercial units (e.g., rear yard from 10.5 m to 6.0 m, front yard from 6.0 m to 0.6 m)
• Parking requirement reduction from 416 stalls to 316 stalls

The council approved the meeting agenda and recessed to a Committee of the Whole. The Committee defeated a motion to allow letter writers to speak (3‑1). It then unanimously recommended rejecting the rezoning and development permit for 7840 Lochside Drive and forwarding that recommendation to the Jan 12 2026 council meeting for ratification. The Committee and the council both adjourned the meeting.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Committee of the Whole convened (unanimous)
• Motion to allow letter writers to speak defeated (3‑1)
• Recommendation to reject 7840 Lochside Drive rezoning carried unanimously
• Recommendation forwarded to Jan 12, 2026 council meeting carried unanimously
• Committee of the Whole adjourned (unanimous)
• Council meeting adjourned on motion

Regular Council Meeting

Council will discuss the disposition and rezoning of the 1903 Mount Newton Cross Road property and review updates to the general Zoning Bylaw. The meeting also includes decisions on several specific property rezonings and a request for provincial housing grant funding.

• Proposed Request for Expression of Interest in Q1 2026 for disposition of 1903 Mount Newton Cross Road
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2243 and Development Variance Permit for 788 Sea Drive
• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 2221, 2024 for 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road event area
• Adoption of Loan Authorization Repeal Bylaw No. 2248, 2025
• Proposed letter to provincial ministers requesting grant funding for municipalities meeting housing targets

The council adopted several zoning and development bylaws, including the rezoning of 788 Sea Drive and related variance permits. It approved staff actions for the 1903 Mount Newton Cross Road redevelopment, such as a Request for Expression of Interest and draft bylaw amendments. A resolution was passed directing staff to draft a letter to provincial ministers asking for a dedicated grant program for municipalities that meet housing targets.

• Adopted Loan Authorization Repeal Bylaw No. 2248, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2243 for 788 Sea Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Variance Permit PL001773 for 788 Sea Drive (4‑1)
• Waived 10% frontage requirement for Lot A of 788 Sea Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2221 for 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road (4‑1)
• Approved staff to issue a Request for Expression of Interest for 1903 Mt. Newton Cross Road (4‑1)
• Approved staff to prepare OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendments for 1903 Mt. Newton Cross Road (4‑1)
• Resolved staff to draft a letter to provincial ministers requesting a dedicated housing‑target grant program (no vote recorded)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider referrals of four development applications: a temporary use permit for short‑term rental at 789 Saunders Lane, a development permit with variances for 1255 Marchant Road, a rezoning and development permit for a tourist‑commercial project at 6719 West Saanich Road, and a development variance permit to enlarge an accessory building at 8111 McPhail Road. Staff will schedule opportunities to be heard on each application at future council meetings. No decisions are being made at this meeting; the APC will provide comments and recommendations.

• 789 Saunders Lane – Temporary Use Permit (short‑term rental)
• 1255 Marchant Rd – Development Permit with Variances
• 6719 West Saanich Rd – Rezoning and Development Permit (tourist commercial)
• 8111 McPhail Rd – Development Variance Permit (increase accessory building floor area)

The commission adopted its agenda and the minutes from two previous meetings without dissent. It approved several development applications, including a temporary use permit for a short‑term rental, a development permit with variances, and a rezoning and development permit. The commission also asked staff to apply agriculture planning guidelines and consider permeable driveways for future multi‑unit projects adjacent to ALR land.

• Adopted agenda for the meeting – unanimous
• Adopted minutes of the October 15, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Adopted minutes of the November 19, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Supported Temporary Use Permit for 789 Saunders Lane – unanimous
• Supported Development Permit with Variances for 1255 Marchant Road – unanimous
• Requested inclusion of agriculture planning guidelines and permeable driveways for future multi‑unit projects adjacent to ALR – unanimous
• Supported rezoning and Development Permit for 6719 West Saanich Road – unanimous
• Supported Development Variance Permit for 8111 McPhail Road – unanimous

Regular Council Meeting

The Council of the District of Central Saanich will consider authorizing the 2026 Central Saanich Police Service budget, including a new administrative support position and a contracted communication role. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a sewer extension bylaw and a report on the Mt Newton Multi-Use Path Phase 2 concept.

• Police Service budget: new admin support ($60,100) and communication contract ($60,000)
• Sewer Extension Bylaw No. 2256 for 6950 West Saanich Road
• Mt Newton Multi-Use Path Phase 2 concept approval
• Development Variance Permit for 8111 McPhail Rd.
• Notice of Motion regarding Bill M216 opposition

Council approved a study of the legislative framework and fiscal impact of a targeted business investment tax freeze in the Keating Industrial Park (4‑2). The council also approved the Sewer Extension Bylaw No. 2256 through its third reading unanimously and adopted a zoning amendment permitting temporary farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave (5‑1). Several development applications were referred to advisory bodies and a public engagement process was ordered for the Mt Newton Multi‑Use Path Phase 2 concepts.

• Business tax freeze feasibility study approved (4‑2)
• Sewer Extension Bylaw No. 2256 given third reading (unanimous)
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment for temporary farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave adopted (5‑1)
• New Administrative Support position for police service defeated (3‑4)
• ALR exclusion and UCB expansion not supported (2‑5)
• Development Variance Permit PL001851 referred to Advisory Planning Commission (6‑1)
• Soil Removal application for 7210 Wallace Drive referred to PAAC (5‑2)
• Mt Newton Multi‑Use Path Phase 2 engagement directed to Committee of the Whole (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review three applications: a Temporary Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 789 Saunders Lane, a Development Permit with Variances for 1255 Marchant Road, and a Rezoning and Development Permit for a tourist‑commercial project at 6719 West Saanich Road. Staff will be directed to draft a zoning bylaw amendment for the 6719 West Saanich Road project and bring it to Council for future consideration.

• Temporary Use Permit (Short‑Term Rental) application PL001753 for 789 Saunders Lane – referral to APC and schedule an Opportunity to be Heard at a future Council meeting.
• Development Permit with Variances application PL001746 for 1255 Marchant Road – referral to APC and schedule an Opportunity to be Heard at a future Council meeting.
• Rezoning and Development Permit for 6719 West Saanich Road – referral to APC for comment; staff directed to draft a zoning bylaw amendment for Council consideration.

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will give a second reading to Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2251 to align with Bill 44, extend the referral period to Dec. 31, 2025, and plan a public hearing. The meeting also includes decisions on a development variance permit for 878 Woodsview Place, a development permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 6261 Marie Meadows Road, a rezoning referral for 6719 West Saanich Road, and endorsement of a grant application up to $30,000 for the Structural Protection Unit equipment.

• Development Variance Permit – 878 Woodsview Place: reduce side yard setback from 1.5 m to 0.67 m
• Development Permit – 6261 Marie Meadows Road: authorize detached accessory dwelling unit
• Rezoning and Development Permit – 6719 West Saanich Road: refer to Advisory Planning Commission and draft zoning bylaw amendment
• Structural Protection Unit Equipment Grant: endorse application for up to $30,000 for equipment at Fire Station 1
• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2251 (Bill 44 Alignment): second reading, extend referral period, schedule public hearing

The council unanimously approved a Development Variance Permit (PL001876) for 878 Woodsview Place, reducing the side‑lot line setback from 1.5 m to 0.67 m. It also unanimously directed the mayor to send a letter supporting the BC Coastal Marine Strategy to the premier and minister, with a copy to local First Nations. Several motions directed staff to draft amendments to the Council Procedures Bylaw, including changes to public feedback timing, agenda headings for public hearings and petitions, and rules for electronic participation, the latter passing 3‑2. Additional bylaw amendments to reduce the unanimous‑approval requirement for item #14.9 were also approved.

• Approved Development Variance Permit PL001876 (878 Woodsview Place) – side lot line setback reduced to 0.67 m (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral letter supporting BC Coastal Marine Strategy, to be forwarded to local First Nations (unanimous)
• Directed staff to amend Council Procedures Bylaw to replace Public Questions with Public Feedback (max 20 min each, 2 min per speaker) (unanimous)
• Directed staff to amend agenda headings to include Public Hearings within regular business (3‑2)
• Directed staff to amend agenda headings to place Petitions under Correspondence (unanimous)
• Directed staff to amend Procedures Bylaw with updates on in‑camera meeting start times, prohibited topics, agenda publishing, workshop timing, quorum wait time, cancellation grounds, and alignment with Public Notice Bylaw (unanimous)
• Directed staff to amend Procedures Bylaw to strengthen accountability for audio‑only electronic participation (attendance confirmation, audible vote) (3‑2)
• Approved motion to bring back item #14.9 of Procedures Bylaw to consider reducing the unanimous‑approval requirement (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The District Council will discuss grant applications for Fire Station 2 and strategic planning. The meeting includes several rezoning applications and a proposal to amend the Official Community Plan to align with Bill 44.

• Grant application for Redevelopment of Fire Station 2 with a total project cost of $11,279,400
• Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2251 for Bill 44 alignment
• Rezoning and variance applications for 788 Sea Drive and 1124 Mt Newton
• Temporary Use Permit for a Cannabis Retail Shop at 7177 West Saanich Road
• Proposed $7,500 in amenity contributions for the 788 Sea Drive development

The council authorized a three‑year Temporary Use Permit for a cannabis retail store at 7177 West Saanich Road. It also approved a title notice for 1889 Seaboard Crescent, scheduled a hearing for a variance at 878 Woodsview Place, and permitted the Glow Together event in Centennial Park. Additional actions included reviewing the Noxious Weed list, preparing a Bylaw Notice Enforcement regulation, and advancing several zoning and official community plan amendments.

• Authorized Temporary Use Permit PL001768 for cannabis retail at 7177 West Saanich Rd (unanimous)
• Filed Section 57 notice for title of 1889 Seaboard Crescent (unanimous)
• Directed staff to schedule an Opportunity to be Heard for Development Variance Permit PL001876 at 878 Woodsview Place (unanimous)
• Permitted Shoreline Medical Society to host Glow Together event in Centennial Park (unanimous)
• Directed review and report on amendments to the Noxious Weed list (6‑1 vote)
• Authorized preparation of a Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw and request to add Central Saanich to the regulation (unanimous)
• Introduced OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2251, first reading passed (5‑2 vote)
• Approved Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2243 for 788 Sea Drive, including covenant and $7,500 contributions (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The council will consider approving a set of 2026 capital projects totaling $1,871,000, including road, drainage, dock, and equipment upgrades. It will also adopt the 2026 Financial Plan Guidelines, which recommend a 1.25% property tax increase and a 0.5% increase for transportation infrastructure. Additional funding of $129,000 will be approved for 2025 Strategic Improvement Projects to continue into 2026. Finally, the Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2, 2250, 2025 will be introduced and read for the first, second, and third times.

• Tanner Road Improvements – Phase 1 Construction, $1,000,000
• Dock Refurbishment of Saanichton Bay Wharf, $325,000
• New crane attachment for Vehicle Unit #720 (2025 Ford F650), $80,000
• Approve $129,000 additional funds for 2025 Strategic Improvement Projects for 2026
• Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2, 2250, 2025 – first, second, and third readings

The council voted to approve a suite of 2026 capital projects totaling $1,871,000, with a 5‑to‑1 vote. It also approved an additional $129,000 for 2026 Strategic Improvement Projects. The Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2250, 2025 was introduced and read for the first, second and third times, each unanimously. Several staff reports were directed to be followed up, including property‑tax class impacts and climate‑reporting framework.

• Approved 2026 capital projects (Tanner Rd, Maber Flats, Martindale Valley, Dock Refurbishment, Crane attachment, FLAMP roof, Pickleball line painting) – carried 5‑to‑1
• Approved $129,000 additional funding for 2026 Strategic Improvement Projects – carried unanimously
• Adopted Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2250, 2025 – read first time, carried unanimously
• Read Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment No. 2, 2250, 2025 – second and third readings, carried unanimously
• Directed staff to report back on impacts of doubling business, light‑industrial, farm, recreation and non‑profit tax classes – carried unanimously
• Directed staff to report back on impacts of increasing utilities tax class ten‑fold – carried unanimously
• Approved inclusion of climate‑emergency metrics in the 2026 Financial Plan – carried unanimously
• Requested police board to provide details on ECOMM requisition increase – carried unanimously

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss two new business items: a proposed approach to community planning tools that could alter building height, lot coverage and setback requirements in C Commercial and R Residential zones, and an update to the Official Community Plan design guidelines. Motions include aligning the OCP and Zoning Bylaw with Bill 44, striking industrial design guidelines, and directing staff to continue amendment development, conduct engagement, and refer the approaches to the APC and the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission. The meeting will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous session.

• Proposed approach to Community Planning Tools (OCP & Zoning Bylaw) – potential changes to building height, lot coverage, and setbacks in C Commercial and R Residential zones
• Direction to align the OCP and Zoning Bylaw with Bill 44 and undertake minor clarification amendments
• Referral of the zoning‑bylaw update approach to the Advisory Planning Commission and the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission
• Official Community Plan (OCP) Design Guidelines update – removal of proposed industrial design guidelines
• Endorsement of the general approach to the OCP design‑guideline update and staff engagement

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider adopting the preferred concept for a new civic facility on Hovey Road and approving a $271,000 fee for the schematic design Phase 2, plus a 6.064 % construction‑budget fee. The meeting also includes a grant application for Fire Station 2 redevelopment costing $11,279,400 and the adoption of several bylaws covering fire services, a road closure on Hovey Road, heat‑pump financing, and permissive tax exemption renewals.

• Adopt preferred concept for new civic facility on Hovey Road; approve schematic design Phase 2 fee of $271,000 and 6.064 % of construction budget.
• Approve Capital Infrastructure Stream Grant application for Fire Station 2 redevelopment, total project cost $11,279,400.
• Adopt Fire Services Operational Bylaw No. 2245, Fire Prevention and Life Safety Bylaw No. 2246, and False Alarm Bylaw No. 2247 (2025).
• Adopt Road Closure Bylaw No. 2238 for Hovey Road.
• Adopt Heat Pump Financing Program Local Service Area Bylaw Amendment No. 2249 (2025) and renew 2026 permissive tax exemptions.

The council approved the preferred concept for a new municipal facility on Hovey Road and set limits on its height. It also authorized continued design work, a partnership for a recreation space, and several bylaws and grant applications.

• Adopted preferred concept for new civic facility on Hovey Road (5‑2)
• Approved continuation of design phase with HCMA architecture, $271,000 fee and 6.064% of construction budget (6‑1)
• Limited the Hovey Road municipal facility to no more than three stories (4‑3)
• Directed staff to work with CRD on ownership and partnership agreements for a 10,000‑sq‑ft dry‑space recreation facility on Hovey Road and to study parking (6‑1)
• Approved submission of Capital Infrastructure Stream grant for Fire Station 2 redevelopment, total cost $11,279,400 (unanimous)
• Adopted Fire Services Operational Bylaw 2245, Fire Prevention Bylaw 2246, False Alarm Bylaw 2247, Road Closure Bylaw 2238 (Hovey Road), and Heat Pump Financing Program Bylaw 2249 (all unanimous)
• Referred Development Permit PL001746 for 1255 Marchant Rd to Advisory Planning Commission and scheduled a hearing (5‑1)
• Sent a letter to W̱ JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) and SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) Councils to advise them of the decision and request staff meetings (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The Special Council meeting includes decisions on funding for CRD watermain extensions and the adoption of several fire safety and heat pump financing bylaws. Council will also discuss designating a right-of-way as a park and updating zoning for the film industry.

• Expenditure of up to $1,500,000 for CRD Main No. 4 and Bear Hill Extension watermain works
• Introduction of Fire Services Operational, Fire Prevention and Life Safety, and False Alarm bylaws
• Adoption of Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaws
• Proposed park designation of the right-of-way between Hagan Road and Stelly's Cross Road
• Proposed OCP and zoning updates to permit film and accessory film uses

The council adopted a 4‑to‑2 amendment to the Council Procedures Bylaw to require audio confirmation of attendance and votes for members joining electronically without video. It also directed staff to clarify public‑hearing rules, approve a $1.5 M watermain project, organize the district’s 75th anniversary, and advance several fire, heat‑pump and zoning bylaws. Additionally, the council approved a park designation for a right‑of‑way and a plan to permit film‑industry uses.

• Amended Council Procedures Bylaw to require audio attendance and vote confirmation for audio‑only participants (4‑2)
• Directed staff to summarize CRD municipalities’ public‑hearing practices and update the website (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,500,000 for watermain works on CRD Main No. 4 and Bear Hill Extension (unanimous)
• Authorized organization of the district’s 75th Anniversary Celebration (unanimous)
• Introduced and gave first, second and third readings to Fire Services Operational Bylaw No. 2245 (unanimous)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program Bylaw 2224, 2025 (unanimous)
• Resolved to designate the Hagan Road–Stelly’s Cross Road right‑of‑way as a park (unanimous)
• Resolved to study and report on permitting film and accessory film uses in appropriate zones (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The council will introduce Loan Authorization Repeal Bylaw No. 2248, 2025 and give it a first reading, with further readings scheduled. A motion will be voted on to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter. Presentations on the Municipal Facility Replacement Project survey findings and the Shoreline Medical Center will be provided for information. Staff reports on municipal facility redevelopment concepts, a fire‑station grant application, and related correspondence will be reviewed.

• Introduce Loan Authorization Repeal Bylaw No. 2248, 2025 (first reading)
• Consider adoption of Municipal Facility Redevelopment Loan Authorization Bylaw 2240
• Motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e) and (k)
• Presentation of 2025 Municipal Facility Replacement Project – Survey Findings Report (PDF)
• Presentation on Shoreline Medical Center (postponed from Sep 29, 2025 RCM)

The council adopted the preferred concept for a new civic facility on Hovey Road, aligning with the District’s strategic plans. It approved a $271,000 fee for the schematic design phase and directed staff to work with the Capital Regional District on an ownership agreement, partnership agreement and a parking study. The council also approved a grant application for Fire Station 2 redevelopment ($11,279,400), adopted loan bylaws (Bylaw 2248 and Bylaw 2240), and limited the facility to three stories.

• Adopted preferred concept for new civic facility on Hovey Road (4 to 2)
• Approved schematic design phase fee $271,000, 6.064% of construction budget (5 to 1)
• Directed staff to work with CRD on ownership agreement, partnership agreement and parking study (5 to 1)
• Approved Capital Infrastructure Stream Grant application for Fire Station 2 redevelopment, $11,279,400 (unanimous)
• Introduced Loan Authorization Repeal Bylaw No. 2248, 2025 first reading (5 to 1)
• Gave Bylaw No. 2248 second and third reading (5 to 1)
• Adopted Municipal Facility Redevelopment Loan Authorization Bylaw 2240 (5 to 1)
• Limited new municipal facility development to no more than three stories (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The District of Central Saanich is holding a special meeting to continue a workshop regarding the Council Procedures Bylaw. The session includes a presentation by the Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer.

• Council Procedures Bylaw Workshop

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider rezoning applications for two properties, approve a watermain project, and introduce three fire-related bylaws. The meeting also includes a presentation from Shoreline Medical and an opportunity for public input on several development applications.

• 788 Sea Drive rezoning and variance permit
• 1124 Mt Newton rezoning and variance permit
• CRD Main No. 4 watermain project up to $1,500,000
• Introduction of Fire Services Operational Bylaw No. 2245
• Introduction of Heat Pump Financing Program LAS Bylaw Amendment No. 17

The council moved to call the meeting to order early and carried the motion unanimously. The agenda was approved as amended, moving all open items to a future meeting, also unanimously. A motion to hold a closed portion of the meeting was carried unanimously. The council then adjourned.

• Call to order moved and carried unanimously
• Agenda approved as amended, moving open items to future meeting, carried unanimously
• Closed meeting motion carried unanimously
• Meeting adjourned

Special (Open) Council

The council will recess to a Committee of the Whole to consider updates to the Official Community Plan (OCP) and the Zoning Bylaw. Staff are recommended to align these tools with the requirements of Bill 44, make minor clarification amendments, and provide projected property‑tax impacts before the first reading. The council also plans to endorse the OCP Design Guidelines update and refer both matters to the Advisory Planning Commission and the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission for input.

• Motion to convene a Committee of the Whole meeting
• Recommendation to align the OCP and Zoning Bylaw with Bill 44 and make minor clarification amendments
• Request for staff to report financial impacts on property taxes before the first reading of zoning changes
• Referral of the zoning and OCP updates to the Advisory Planning Commission and the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission
• Endorsement of the OCP Design Guidelines update and direction to conduct public engagement

The council approved several planning actions, including aligning the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw with Bill 44 and directing staff to continue zoning amendments and engagement. It also voted to strike the proposed industrial design guidelines from the OCP update. All motions were carried, with the industrial guideline removal passing 3‑2. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved alteration of building height, lot coverage, and setbacks in C Commercial and R Residential zones (unanimous)
• Approved staff direction to align OCP and Zoning Bylaw with Bill 44 and make minor clarification amendments (unanimous)
• Approved staff direction to continue developing zoning bylaw amendments and conduct engagement (unanimous)
• Approved referral of the zoning bylaw update approach to the Advisory Planning Commission and Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission (unanimous)
• Approved staff to report financial impacts on property taxes before the First Reading (unanimous)
• Approved striking of industrial design guidelines from the OCP design guidelines update (3‑2)
• Approved endorsement of the general approach to the OCP Design Guideline update, staff engagement, and referral to APC and PAAC (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review Rezoning Application PL001772 and Development Variance Permit Application PL001773 for the property at 788 Sea Drive. The commission will refer the applications to the APC and schedule an Opportunity to be Heard on proposed changes to front and rear yard setbacks and lot frontage.

• Rezoning Application PL001772 for 788 Sea Drive
• Development Variance Permit Application PL001773 for 788 Sea Drive
• Front yard setback reduction for Lot B to 3.5 m
• Front yard setback reduction for Lot A to 4.0 m
• Minimum lot frontage reduction for Lots A and B to 12 m

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 16 meeting, both unanimously. It voted to support the rezoning and small‑lot variance application for 788 Sea Drive. The commission also asked Council to examine the RN Zone for possible smaller zones in future zoning amendments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda for September 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of July 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported 788 Sea Drive rezoning and development variance application (unanimous)
• Requested Council review RN Zone for smaller zones in future bylaw amendment (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The council will conduct standard procedural business, including a call to order and acknowledgement of the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people. It will approve the agenda as circulated. The primary item is a motion to close part of the meeting pursuant to Community Charter sections 90(1)(e) and (i). No other specific items are listed.

• Motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter 90(1)(e) and (i)
• Approval of the agenda as circulated
• Call to order
• Acknowledgement of traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people
• Unfinished business and new business items (no details provided)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda as circulated. It also unanimously approved moving to a closed session under the Community Charter. No other substantive matters were decided.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved closed meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will adopt the meeting agenda and recent minutes, then consider several applications and motions. It will vote on Development Permit PL001737 for 1013 Verdier Avenue to permit four detached single‑family dwellings, with a recommendation to include an adaptive‑standard unit. Additional items include a rezoning and variance request for 1124 Mt. Newton Cross Road, a temporary use permit for a cannabis retail store at 7177 West Saanich Road, a grant request of up to $10,000 for the 2025‑2026 C2C community forums, and several bylaws and new‑business motions such as a park designation for a right‑of‑way and expansion of the Keating Business District.

• Development Permit PL001737 for 1013 Verdier Avenue – authorizes four detached single‑family dwellings
• Rezoning and Development Variance Permit for 1124 Mt. Newton Cross Road – height increases in RE‑2 zone
• Temporary Use Permit PL001768 for 7177 West Saanich Road – cannabis retail use
• Grant authorization up to $10,000 for the 2025‑2026 C2C Regional Community‑to‑Community Forum program
• Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 16 – first and second reading

The council approved a development permit for four new homes at 1013 Verdier Avenue and directed staff to join the South Island Farmers Institute. A motion to expand the Keating Business District was defeated, while staff were authorized to start Phase 1 planning for the North Keating area. The council also approved rezoning and variance hearings for Mt. Newton, a temporary cannabis retail permit hearing, a $10,000 grant for a community forum event, and adopted Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227.

• Approved Development Permit PL001737 for 1013 Verdier Ave (four detached homes) – unanimous
• Directed staff to join the South Island Farmers Institute – unanimous
• Defeated motion to expand Keating Business District into rural lands – 2‑2 tie
• Authorized staff to initiate Phase 1 planning steps for North Keating report – 3‑1
• Approved first reading and scheduled hearing for rezoning/DVP at 1124 Mt. Newton Cross Rd – unanimous
• Approved scheduling an Opportunity to be Heard for Temporary Use Permit at 7177 West Saanich Rd (cannabis retail) – unanimous
• Authorized up to $10,000 grant for C2C 2025‑2026 community forum event – unanimous
• Adopted Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227 – unanimous

Special (Open) Council

The Central Saanich Council will conduct a special open meeting on August 25, 2025. Items include a call to order, acknowledgement of the W̱SÁNEĆ traditional territory, approval of the agenda, staff reports, bylaws, unfinished business, and new business. The council will also consider a motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(c) for labour‑relations matters.

• Motion to close meeting portion for labour relations (Community Charter 90(1)(c))

The council approved the meeting agenda as circulated, with all members voting in favor. A motion to close the meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(c) was also moved, seconded and carried unanimously. The meeting was closed to the public at 2:01 p.m. and reopened at 2:37 p.m. before adjourning.

• Approved agenda for August 25, 2025 Special (Open) Council meeting (unanimous)
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter 90(1)(c) carried unanimously

Special (Open) Council

The Special (Open) Council meeting will recess to a Committee of the Whole to consider a motion to expand the Keating Business District. The motion proposes adding rural lands north of the gravel extraction area to the district and redesignating the land use and zoning within the Urban Containment Boundary. The council will then reconvene to vote on the recommendation.

• Motion to convene a Committee of the Whole meeting
• Mayor Windsor's motion to expand the Keating Business District into rural lands north of the extraction pit
• Recommendation to designate land use and zoning for the expanded district within the Urban Containment Boundary
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and convened a Committee of the Whole. It voted to defer the motion to expand the Keating Business District until the September 8, 2025 regular council meeting. Additional unanimous motions directed staff to incorporate integrated storm‑water planning, identify active‑transport opportunities, straighten Keating Cross Road, consolidate ALR parcels, report on First Nations engagement, and notify property owners and First Nations.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Convene Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Allow gallery members to speak up to two minutes (unanimous)
• Defer Keating Business District expansion motion to Sep 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Incorporate Integrated Stormwater Management Planning in future updates (unanimous)
• Staff to identify opportunities to enhance active transportation network (unanimous)
• Include straightening Keating Cross Road and consolidating ALR parcels in proposal (unanimous)
• Staff to report back on First Nations engagement and notify owners and First Nations (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The District Council will discuss updates to bylaw enforcement and noise regulations for heat pumps. Members are also reviewing several development permit applications and a motion to assess sewage pump-out services in Brentwood Bay and Tod Inlet.

• Introduction of Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227
• Proposed Road Closure Bylaw No. 2238 for a portion of Hovey Road
• Rezoning and variance application for 788 Sea Drive
• Development permit for a second single-family dwelling at 8020 Arthur Drive
• Adoption of Noise and Zoning Bylaw amendments regarding heat pumps

The council adopted several amendments to the Speed Reduction Bylaw, setting 40 km/h limits on sections of Wallace Drive, Old West Saanich Road, Tanner Road and another segment of Wallace Drive, with votes ranging from unanimous to 5‑1. It also updated the Bylaw Enforcement Policy, approved the BC Housing Target Progress Report Form and directed its submission, and approved a Noise Bylaw Amendment. The council directed staff to assess marine black‑water pump‑out services in Brentwood Bay and Tod Inlet and to prepare a letter to the Union of BC Municipalities on the provincial health‑authority review. Additional approvals included a zoning amendment and a development permit for 8020 Arthur Drive.

• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on Wallace Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on Old West Saanich Road (5‑1)
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on Tanner Road with caution sign (5‑1)
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on additional Wallace Drive segment (5‑1)
• Updated Bylaw Enforcement Policy (unanimous)
• Approved BC Housing Target Progress Report Form and directed submission (unanimous)
• Directed staff to assess marine black‑water pump‑out services and report options (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare and submit a letter to UBCM on the Health Authority Review (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission adopted its agenda and the May 21 minutes unanimously. It approved a study of bicycle traffic flow through the Lochside and Mt. Newton area. The commission voted to support the proposed variances for the 7840 Lochside Drive mixed‑use application, with two members recording opposition. It also asked Council to consider actions on vehicle flow in the Mt. Newton and Lochside area.

• Adopted agenda for July 16, 2025 meeting (unanimously)
• Adopted minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting (unanimously)
• Approved further study of bicycle traffic flow through Lochside and Mt. Newton area (unanimously)
• Supported proposed variances for 7840 Lochside Drive application (carried; opposed by Faye McClinton and Susan Zedel)
• Directed Council to consider action on vehicle flow in Mt. Newton and Lochside area to highway (unanimously)

Special (Open) Council

The District of Central Saanich will hold a Special Council meeting featuring a workshop on the Council Procedures Bylaw. The session includes a presentation by the Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer.

• Council Procedures Bylaw Workshop presentation

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously moved to convene a Committee of the Whole. The continuation of the Council Procedures Bylaw Workshop was referred to a future special meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Constituted Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Referred continuation of Procedures Bylaw Workshop to future special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider and vote on several bylaw amendments, including Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 related to heat‑pump installations. It will also adopt amendments for the 1934 Hovey Road development, such as OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206, Housing Agreement Bylaws No. 2207 and No. 2228, and approve a development permit for that site. Additional items include the rezoning of 1445 Benvenuto Avenue (Bylaw No. 2156) and the cancellation of the August 11, 2025 regular council meeting.

• Adopt Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 (heat‑pump provisions) – first, second, third readings
• Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 (heat‑pump provisions) – first, second, third readings
• Approve OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205, Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206, and Housing Agreement Bylaws No. 2207 & 2228 for 1934 Hovey Road
• Approve Development Permit Application 3060‑20‑10/23 for 1934 Hovey Road
• Adopt Rezoning (Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2156) for 1445 Benvenuto Ave (restaurant)

The council approved an Official Community Plan amendment and a zoning amendment for the 1934 Hovey Road site, each passing 4‑3. Two housing agreement bylaws and a development permit for the same site were also adopted, each passing 6‑1. Additional actions included adopting a rezoning bylaw for 1445 Benvenuto Avenue, accepting a letter of indemnification for the 1183 Verdier Avenue project with legal surety, and advancing noise and zoning bylaws related to heat pumps.

• Adopted OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 for 1934 Hovey Rd (4‑3)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206 for 1934 Hovey Rd (4‑3)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2207 for 1934 Hovey Rd (6‑1)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2228 for 1934 Hovey Rd (6‑1)
• Authorized Development Permit 3060-20-10/23 for 1934 Hovey Rd with balcony amendment (6‑1)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2156 for 1445 Benvenuto Ave (unanimous)
• Accepted Letter of Indemnification for 1183 Verdier Ave with legal surety (6‑1)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The Special (Open) Council meeting will consider a motion to convene a closed session under the Community Charter. The motion cites sections covering labour relations and land acquisition or disposition. If adopted, the remainder of the meeting will be closed to the public. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Motion to close the meeting under Community Charter 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(e)

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. A motion to close the meeting under the Community Charter was moved, seconded and carried unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimously carried)
• Approved motion to close meeting to the public (unanimously carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Public Hearing

The Central Saanich District Council is holding a public hearing on Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2232, which would permit seasonal farm camping at 1117 Greig Avenue in the A‑1 (Agricultural) zone. Applicants and members of the public may present comments limited to the bylaw. Council will consider the input and make a decision at a later regular council meeting.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2232 – site‑specific amendment to allow seasonal farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave (A‑1 zone)

The council held a public hearing on a zoning bylaw amendment for farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave. No vote or decision was recorded; the hearing concluded with the chair closing the meeting at 7:09 p.m. Councillor Riddell withdrew due to a potential conflict of interest. Several members of the public expressed support or opposition.

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider staff reports that recommend introducing Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 for heat pumps. It will also take up a Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227, a loan authorization for a municipal facility redevelopment (Bylaw No. 2240), and a zoning amendment for temporary farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave. Additional motions will address electronic participation procedures and clarification of public‑hearing practices.

• Introduce Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 (first reading) for heat pump noise limits
• Introduce Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 (first reading) for heat pump installations
• Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227, 2025 – first, second, third readings and future consideration
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2232, 2025 – third reading to permit eight temporary farm‑camping tents at 1117 Greig Ave
• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2240 – introduce, read, and refer to BC Inspector of Municipalities for a municipal facility redevelopment project

The council introduced Bylaw No. 2240 for the Municipal Facility Redevelopment Project, passed it through first, second and third readings with a 5‑to‑1 vote, and referred the bylaw to the Province of British Columbia for approval. The Speed Reduction Bylaw No. 2227 was also introduced and passed on first reading (5‑to‑1). Several other items, including a soil‑deposit permit and the 2024 financial statement, were approved unanimously.

• Introduced and gave first reading to Bylaw No. 2240 (5 to 1)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw No. 2240 (5 to 1)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw No. 2240 (5 to 1)
• Referred Bylaw No. 2240 to the Province of BC for approval (5 to 1)
• Introduced Speed Reduction Bylaw No. 2227, first reading carried (5 to 1)
• Approved soil deposit permit for 3215 Island View Road (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 District of Central Saanich Statement of Financial Information (unanimous)
• Approved Noise Bylaw Amendment No. 2225 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2226 (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider a loan authorization bylaw for a $33.5 million redevelopment of municipal facilities, adopting a new civic facility on Hovey Road as the preferred option. It will also review a temporary use permit for two RV trailers at 8165 Derrinberg Road, variances to a development permit at 8012 Turgoose Terrace, and updates to the Community Amenity Contribution policy and a farm‑camping zoning amendment at 1117 Greig Ave.

• Temporary Use Permit #3100-20-4/24 to allow two year‑round RV dwelling units at 8165 Derrinberg Road, referred to the Agricultural Land Commission
• Development Permit with variances for 8012 Turgoose Terrace to reduce sea‑boundary setbacks for a retaining wall (10 m to 0 m) and an in‑ground pool (10 m to 7.3 m)
• Loan Authorization Bylaw for $33.5 million to fund the preferred new civic facility on Hovey Road and related redevelopment projects
• Community Amenity Contribution policy update: waive fees for affordable housing developments and set contribution targets of $2,000 for affordable/supportive housing and $5,500 for general community amenity projects
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw No. 2232, 2025) to permit eight temporary farm‑camping tent sites (4.76 % of lot) at 1117 Greig Ave, with a second reading and public hearing scheduled

Council approved a $33.5 million loan authorization bylaw for the municipal facility redevelopment (6‑1). The council also referred a temporary use permit for 8165 Derrinberg Road to the Agricultural Land Commission and the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission (5‑2) and unanimously approved development permit variances for 8012 Turgoose Terrace. Additionally, a joint letter on HandyDART service levels was approved unanimously and a motion to waive affordable‑housing amenity fees passed 4‑3.

• Approved $33.5 M loan authorization bylaw for municipal facility redevelopment (6‑1)
• Referred Temporary Use Permit #3100-20-4/24 for 8165 Derrinberg Road to Agricultural Land Commission and Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission (5‑2)
• Approved development permit variances for 8012 Turgoose Terrace, reducing sea setbacks (unanimous)
• Adopted joint letter with North Saanich and Sidney to Victoria Regional Transit Commission on HandyDART service (unanimous)
• Amended motion to waive all Affordable Housing Amenity Fees from affordable housing developments (4‑3)
• Adopted final motion waiving affordable housing amenity fees and applying contribution targets (unanimous)
• Extended meeting to 10:30 p.m. (6‑1)

Special (Open) Council

The District of Central Saanich will hold a Special Open Council meeting on June 4, 2025, to discuss staff reports, bylaws, and unfinished business. The agenda includes a recommendation to close the meeting to the public to discuss land acquisition, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations.

• Approval of the June 4, 2025 Special (Open) Council agenda
• Recommendation to close meeting for land acquisition discussions
• Recommendation to close meeting for litigation discussions
• Recommendation to close meeting for preliminary service negotiations
• Hybrid in-person and virtual meeting format

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to hold a closed session was passed unanimously, and the meeting was closed at 6:31 p.m. The council reconvened in open session at 9:06 p.m. and adjourned on motion.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Closed meeting convened (unanimous)
• Meeting reopened to public at 9:06 p.m.
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will introduce the Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227, 2025 and read it for the first, second and third times, with further consideration at a later meeting. The council will also consider authorizing a three‑year Temporary Use Permit (PL001757) for a commissary kitchen at 7180 East Saanich Road. Additional items include housing agreement bylaws for 1934 Hovey Rd, a development permit for 8012 Turgoose Terrace, and a motion to convert a tennis court to pickleball courts at Centennial Park.

• Temporary Use Permit PL001757 – commissary kitchen at 7180 East Saanich Road (3‑year term, possible 3‑year extension)
• Speed Regulation Bylaw No. 2227, 2025 – introduced and read first, second, third times, then deferred
• Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2207 (1934 Hovey Rd) – first and second reading, then third reading
• Development Permit PL001641 – variances for 8012 Turgoose Terrace, opportunity to be heard scheduled
• Pickleball conversion – permanently change Centennial Park Court 1 from tennis to four pickleball courts

The council authorized a three‑year temporary use permit for 7180 East Saanich Road. It adopted a letter opposing Bill 15 to the province (5‑1) and deferred an updated speed‑reduction bylaw to June 23, 2025 (4‑2). Three housing agreement bylaws for 1934 Hovey Rd were introduced and passed all readings (each 5‑1). The council also directed the mayor to write a letter to the Health Minister advocating for SPOT funding and approved a plan to convert Court 1 at Centennial Park to four pickleball courts.

• Authorized Temporary Use Permit PL001757 for 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Province opposing Bill 15 (5‑1)
• Deferred Speed Regulation Bylaw 2227, 2025 to June 23, 2025 (4‑2)
• Passed Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2207, 2025 – First/Second Reading (5‑1)
• Passed Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2207, 2025 – Third Reading (5‑1)
• Passed Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2228, 2025 – First/Second Reading (5‑1)
• Directed mayor to write health‑minister letter for SPOT support (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop implementation plan for converting Court 1 to four pickleball courts (unanimous)

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the accessibility plan and council updates. The body will consider a motion to recommend that the Town of Sidney register its waterfront Changing Place washroom with international directories.

• Notice of Motion regarding the registration of the Town of Sidney waterfront Changing Place washroom
• Panorama Recreation Centre Improvement Feasibility Study Final Report
• BC Transit HandyDART booking changes correspondence
• Access Awareness Lunch and Learn invitation
• Review of the SPAAC Recommendations to Councils Tracking Sheet

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted the March 27, 2025 minutes without dissent. It approved a motion for the Districts of Central and North Saanich and the Town of Sidney to send a joint letter to the Victoria Regional Transit Commission and BC Transit requesting a return to two‑week advance HandyDART bookings with a 30‑minute service window. The committee also recommended that Sidney register its waterfront “Changing Place” washroom with Changing Places International and that the three municipalities register their public washrooms with the Go Here and Flush applications.

• Approved agenda amendment adding item #7.2 'Update to Accessibility Awareness Week' (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the March 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Vanessa Pettinger’s HandyDART letters as late correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved motion to send a joint letter to Victoria Regional Transit Commission and BC Transit to restore two‑week advance HandyDART bookings and 30‑minute windows (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for Town of Sidney to register waterfront “Changing Place” washroom with Changing Places International (unanimous)
• Approved amendment removing “as part of its accessible tourism offerings” from the further resolved clause (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for Central Saanich, North Saanich, and Sidney to register public washrooms with the Go Here and Flush applications (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The council is scheduled to move into a closed meeting to discuss land matters, litigation, and preliminary municipal service negotiations.

• Motion to close the meeting for discussions on land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Motion to close the meeting for discussions on litigation or potential litigation
• Motion to close the meeting for preliminary negotiations regarding municipal services

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda as circulated. It also unanimously approved a motion to close the meeting under the Community Charter. The meeting was closed to the public at 6:32 p.m., reopened at 8:37 p.m., and adjourned at 8:37 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved closed‑meeting motion (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. It will then review a proposed amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 2232 to permit eight temporary farm‑camping tent sites (covering 4.76% of the lot) at 1117 Greig Ave, and a temporary use permit application for two trailer/RV dwelling units at 8165 Derrinberg Road. The temporary use permit will be referred to the commission with a request for legal advice on liability issues.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw No. 2232, 2025) to permit eight temporary farm‑camping tent sites at 1117 Greig Ave – first reading
• Referral of Temporary Use Permit application for two trailer/RV dwelling units at 8165 Derrinberg Road
• Staff to obtain legal advice on liability issues related to the temporary use permit
• Adoption of agenda for the May 21, 2025 meeting
• Adoption of minutes from the March 19, 2025 Advisory Planning Commission meeting

The commission unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the March 19 minutes. It voted 8‑1 to support a zoning bylaw amendment allowing eight temporary farm‑camping tent sites at 1117 Greig Avenue. It voted 5‑3 to reject the temporary‑use permit for 8165 Derrinberg Road and a 4‑4 tie defeated the staff’s option 2 recommendation for that site.

• Adopt agenda – carried unanimously
• Adopt March 19 minutes – carried unanimously
• Support zoning bylaw amendment for 8 farm‑camping sites at 1117 Greig Ave – carried (8 to 1)
• Do not support temporary‑use permit for 8165 Derrinberg Rd – carried (5 to 3)
• Support option 2 of staff report for 8165 Derrinberg Rd – defeated (4 to 4)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider and vote on several bylaws, including the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234, Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235, Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw No. 2223, and CD‑1 Zoning Bylaw No. 2233. Staff reports on a temporary use permit for 7180 East Saanich Road and a rezoning and development permit at 7840 Lochside Drive will be presented. Two motions will be introduced: one directing a letter of support for the Saanich Peninsula Outreach Team and another to begin expanding the Keating Business District. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, minutes adoption, and public questions.

• Adopt Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234 (2025)
• Adopt Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235 (2025)
• Adopt Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw No. 2223 (I1)
• Adopt CD‑1 Zoning Bylaw No. 2233
• Motion to expand the Keating Business District within the Urban Containment Boundary

The council approved the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234 (6‑to‑1) and adopted the Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235 unanimously. It also passed several zoning and development bylaws, referred the 7840 Lochside Drive rezoning to the Advisory Planning Commission and the Tsawout First Nation, and deferred the Brad Watson Pickleball Courts motion to the May 26 meeting (6‑to‑1). Additional items such as a letter of support for the Lawn Bowling Club and a temporary use permit hearing were also approved unanimously.

• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234 (6‑to‑1)
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235 (unanimous)
• Adopted Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw No. 2223 (unanimous)
• Adopted CD‑1 Zoning Bylaw No. 2233 (unanimous)
• Adopted Parcel Tax Roll Bylaw No. 2230 (unanimous)
• Referred 7840 Lochside Drive rezoning and variances to Advisory Planning Commission and Tsawout First Nation (4‑to‑2)
• Deferred Brad Watson Pickleball Courts motion to May 26 (6‑to‑1)
• Approved letter of support for Central Saanich Lawn Bowling Club BC Gaming Grant (unanimous)

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Central Saanich Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting. It will hear any complaints or appeals about the parcel tax roll and vote to confirm and authenticate the 2025 parcel tax assessment roll.

• Adopt agenda for May 12, 2025 meeting
• Adopt minutes from March 18, 2024 meeting
• Present complaints or appeals on the parcel tax roll
• Certify the 2025 parcel tax assessment roll

The panel unanimously approved the meeting agenda and adopted the March 18, 2024 minutes. It also unanimously certified the District's 2025 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll under the Community Charter. No complaints or appeals were reported.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• March 18, 2024 minutes adopted (unanimous)
• 2025 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll certified (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider adopting the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan and the 2025‑2027 Capital Plan. It will also review and vote on several zoning bylaw amendments, including Light Industrial (Bylaw No. 2223) and CD‑1 (Bylaw No. 2233). A motion will be taken to submit a Notice of Complaint to the Farm Industry Review Board about 6341 Old East Rd. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and other administrative items.

• Adopt 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234 and related Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235
• First, second, and third readings of Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw No. 2223
• First, second, and third readings of CD‑1 Zoning Bylaw No. 2233
• Zoning amendment for temporary farm camping at 1117 Greig Ave (Bylaw No. 2232)
• Motion to submit a Notice of Complaint to the Farm Industry Review Board for 6341 Old East Rd

The council adopted the District's 2025‑2029 Financial Plan and approved the 2025‑2027 three‑year Capital Plan with a 5‑to‑1 vote. Several bylaws were passed unanimously, including the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, Tax Rates Bylaw, Parcel Tax Roll Bylaw, and amendments to Light Industrial and CD‑1 zoning bylaws. The Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 was adopted by a 4‑to‑1 vote. Staff were also directed to convert a tennis court to four pickleball courts after discussions with tennis associations.

• Adopted 2025‑2029 Financial Plan (5‑to‑1)
• Approved 2025‑2027 Capital Plan (5‑to‑1)
• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2234 (unanimous)
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2235 (unanimous)
• Adopted Parcel Tax Roll Bylaw No. 2230 (unanimous)
• Adopted Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw No. 2223 amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted CD‑1 Zoning Bylaw No. 2233 amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 (4‑to‑1)

Special (Open) Council

Council will meet to discuss a proposed workplan for updating the Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw. The meeting includes a report from the Director of Planning and Building Services and a review of a 'Small Commercial Node What We Heard Report'.

• Zoning Bylaw Update - Workplan Overview
• Small Commercial Node What We Heard Report

The council unanimously approved the agenda as amended to add a Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw Update item. They also unanimously approved recessing the meeting to hold a Committee of the Whole. The council unanimously directed staff to examine the impact of a proposed increased‑density, multi‑unit housing project from the East Saanich Road and Saanich Cross Road intersection to the Trans‑Canada Highway. The meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw Update (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recess and convene Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Directed staff to contemplate impact of increased‑density multi‑unit housing project (unanimous)
• Adjourned Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned Special Council meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will review a contract for the Brentwood Bay Sanitary Sewer Project and consider several bylaw amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing for a residential variance and a decision on a temporary use permit for dwelling units on Derrinberg Road.

• Award of Tender No. 25-001 for Brentwood Bay Sanitary Sewer Project (Pumpstations) to C-1 Contractors Ltd. for $4,393,829.00
• Public hearing for Development Variance Permit at 952 Paconla Place to convert a garage to an accessory dwelling unit
• Recommendation to deny Temporary Use Permit for two dwelling units (trailers/RVs) at 8165 Derrinberg Road
• First reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaws No. 2223 and No. 2233 regarding Light Industrial and CD-1 Zoning
• Introduction and reading of 2025 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229

The council approved the award of Tender No. 25‑001 to C‑1 Contractors Ltd. for the Brentwood Bay sanitary sewer project at a cost of $4,393,829.00 (exclusive of GST). It also adopted the 2025 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 in three readings, amended the Parks Management Bylaw for childcare, and approved a development variance for an accessory dwelling unit at 952 Paconla Place. Several zoning‑related motions were passed, including a strike on a light‑industrial bylaw provision (4‑1).

• Awarded Tender No. 25‑001 to C‑1 Contractors Ltd. for $4,393,829 (unanimous)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 first reading (unanimous)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 second reading with $5,000 off‑site public hearing cost (4‑1)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw 2229 third reading (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit No. 3090‑20‑04/24 for 952 Paconla Place (unanimous)
• Struck “not exceeding 75 m² gross floor area” from Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw (4‑1)
• Adopted Parks Management Bylaw Amendment for childcare (unanimous)
• Defeated amendment to Temporary Use Permit at 8165 Derrinberg Road (2‑3); main motion to refer to Advisory Planning Commission carried unanimously

Special (Open) Council

The District of Central Saanich will hold a Special Council meeting and a Committee of the Whole session. The primary focus of the meeting is the 2025 Draft Financial Plan and a related budget presentation.

• Discussion of the 2025 Draft Financial Plan
• Financial Plan Budget Presentation

The council amended the 2025 Draft Financial Plan to include a 0.6% non‑market BC Assessment reduction to offset this year’s tax increase, passing 6‑1. It also approved a $50,000 budget amendment for wayfinding signage, also 6‑1. Unanimous motions directed staff to report savings on at least one police or light/medium duty vehicle, study market/non‑market healthcare feasibility, and refer the $40,000 Inlet Protection Management Pilot to the Police Board and to the North Saanich/Sidney and Willis Point RCMPs. All motions were adopted during the Committee of the Whole.

• Amended 2025 Draft Financial Plan to include 0.6% non‑market BC Assessment reduction (6‑1)
• Approved $50K Wayfinding Signage budget amendment (6‑1)
• Staff to report savings on at least one police or light/medium duty vehicle (unanimous)
• Staff to consider feasibility of market/non‑market healthcare for civic development site (unanimous)
• Referred $40K Inlet Protection Management Pilot to Police Board (unanimous)
• Referred $40K Inlet Protection Management Pilot to North Saanich/Sidney and Willis Point RCMPs (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

The Council will convene a Committee of the Whole to receive information regarding the 2025 Draft Financial Plan. The meeting includes budget presentations from the District and the Greater Victoria Public Library.

• 2025 Greater Victoria Public Library Budget Presentation
• 2025 Draft Financial Plan report from the Interim Director of Financial and Information Technology Services/Chief Financial Officer
• Financial Plan Budget Presentation

The council approved its agenda and convened a Committee of the Whole. A motion to defer a funding increase for ECOMM Dispatch Services was defeated 2‑4. The council voted to extend the meeting past 9:30 p.m., then adjourned the Committee, reconvened the council, and finally adjourned the meeting at 9:56 p.m.

• Approve agenda – carried unanimously
• Convene Committee of the Whole – carried unanimously
• Defer funding increase for ECOMM Dispatch Services – defeated (2 to 4)
• Extend meeting past 9:30 p.m. – carried (4 to 2)
• Adjourn Committee of the Whole and reconvene council – carried unanimously
• Adjourn meeting at 9:56 p.m. – carried

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a report from the Town of Sidney's Director of Engineering on the updated on‑street accessible parking standard and accompanying design guidelines. The committee will also consider referrals regarding National Accessibility Awareness Week 2025 and Red Shirt Day, and the alignment of SPLG accessible parking requirements. An Accessibility Plan is listed as an agenda item, but no specific action is detailed.

• Town of Sidney – On‑Street Accessible Parking Standard Update (report)
• Sidney On‑Street Accessible Parking Design Guidelines – R1 – 2025‑03‑18 (document)
• National Accessibility Awareness Week 2025 and Red Shirt Day (referral)
• Alignment of SPLG Accessible Parking Requirements (referral)
• Accessibility Plan (agenda item)

The committee approved the agenda and adopted the January 23, 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved a motion requiring the District of North Saanich, District of Central Saanich, and the Town of Sidney to make fines for misuse of accessible parking spots consistent and at least the provincial minimum. The committee also approved motions to increase promotion of National Accessibility Awareness Week through additional media channels and to recognize the week annually. The chair withdrew the referral of the SPLG Accessible Parking Requirements item to SPAAC.

• Approved agenda for March 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of January 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consistent accessible‑parking fine standards for North Saanich, Central Saanich, and Sidney (unanimous)
• Approved increased promotion of National Accessibility Awareness Week via Instagram, Peninsula News Review, Sea Side Magazine (unanimous)
• Approved annual recognition and promotion of National Accessibility Awareness Week by the three municipalities (unanimous)
• Withdrew referral of SPLG Accessible Parking Requirements item to SPAAC (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will introduce and read Bylaw No. 2155, the Parks Management and Control Amendment for Childcare, for first, second, and third readings. It will also consider a Soil Deposit Application to allow greenhouse construction at 7235 Wallace Drive, and a motion to endorse a resolution urging province‑wide standards for accessible public EV charging stations. The meeting includes approval of the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission's updated Terms of Reference and the April 2025 meeting calendar.

• Parks Bylaw Amendment for Childcare (Bylaw No. 2155) – first, second, and third readings
• Soil Deposit Application for greenhouse construction at 7235 Wallace Drive
• Motion to endorse accessible public EV charging stations resolution
• Approval of Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission Terms of Reference
• April 2025 Council meeting calendar (information item)

Council approved a soil‑deposit application for 7235 Wallace Drive and endorsed a resolution urging province‑wide standards for accessible public EV charging stations. Staff was directed to report back by April 30 on short‑term‑rental bylaw changes, and that report was approved unanimously. The district also supported the revised Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission Terms of Reference with an amendment, and adopted a Parks Bylaw amendment for childcare, both unanimously.

• Approved soil‑deposit application for 7235 Wallace Drive (unanimous)
• Endorsed resolution urging province‑wide standards for accessible public EV charging stations (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on short‑term‑rental bylaw changes by April 30 (unanimous)
• Original short‑term‑rental amendment motion defeated (3‑3)
• Supported Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission Terms of Reference (5‑1)
• Amended support for Agricultural Commission Terms of Reference carried unanimously
• Adopted Parks Bylaw Amendment No. 2155 for childcare (unanimous)
• Approved reading of Parks Bylaw Amendment a third time (unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider proposed changes to the Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw. The body will also receive verbal updates regarding the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw and Development Permit Areas.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2223 (Light Industrial)
• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Update
• Development Permit Areas Update

The commission unanimously adopted its agenda and the February 19 minutes. It voted to support the proposed Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw amendments. The commission also unanimously asked Council to consider efforts to attract more innovative industrial activity. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted February 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Requested council consider attracting innovative industrial activity (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will vote on a recommendation to apply to the Canada Active Transportation Fund for Phase 2 of the Mt Newton Pathway, extending from Highway 17 to East Saanich Road. It will also consider a recommendation to issue a demolition permit for 1870 Doney Rd, schedule an Opportunity To Be Heard for a development variance at 952 Paconla Place, and give third reading to two bylaws affecting 1934 Hovey Rd. Additional items include adopting bylaws and permits for the 1183 Verdier Ave affordable‑housing project.

• Approve applying to the Canada Active Transportation Fund for Mt Newton Pathway Phase 2 (Highway 17 to East Saanich Road)
• Recommend not proceeding with a temporary protection order and allow a demolition permit for 1870 Doney Rd
• Schedule an Opportunity To Be Heard for Development Variance Permit No. 3090-20-04/24 at 952 Paconla Place (garage to ADU conversion)
• Give third reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2205 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2206 for 1934 Hovey Rd
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2194, Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2195, and issue Development Permit for 1183 Verdier Ave

Public Hearing

Council is considering an application to re-designate five properties from 'Neighbourhood Residential' to 'Multi-unit Residential'. The proposal involves two multi-storey buildings featuring market rental units, affordable rental units, and seniors housing. This meeting serves as a public hearing for the associated OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit.

• Rezoning of 1934 Hovey Rd to Residential Attached RM-5 zone
• OCP amendment for five properties at 1934 Hovey Rd
• Development permit request with variances for height, setbacks, lot coverage, and parking
• Bylaw No 2205
• Bylaw No 2206

Regular Council Meeting

The District Council will review a soil deposit application for greenhouse construction and receive updates on traffic safety and strategic planning. The meeting also includes a petition and correspondence regarding the 1934 Hovey Road development.

• Soil Deposit Application for greenhouse construction at 7235 Wallace Drive
• Petition regarding 1934 Hovey Road Development
• COPACS correspondence regarding 'Drive to 5' and safe route signage near schools
• Q4 2024 Traffic Safety Committee Update
• Q4 2024 Strategic Implementation Plan Progress report

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review Development Permit No. 3060-20-16/24 for three townhomes at 1048 Clarke Road, considering support, any substantial issues for council, and recommendations on driveway and streetscape design. The meeting also includes an informational presentation on the 2025 Orientation and Planning Overview and a BC Housing progress report on the district’s provincial housing targets.

• Review of Development Permit No. 3060-20-16/24 for three townhomes at 1048 Clarke Road
• 2025 Orientation and Planning Overview presentation (information only)
• BC Housing Progress Report on District’s Provincial Housing Targets (information only)

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will consider a third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2221 for 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road (Sea Cider Farms rezoning). It will also authorize development permits for a triplex at 1188 Sluggett Road and a single‑family dwelling at 1981 Stelly’s Cross Road, award a janitorial services contract to Jani‑King for $237,600, and extend a waiver of community amenity fees for affordable housing applications until June 13 2025.

• Third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2221 for 2487 Mt. St. Michael Rd (Sea Cider Farms rezoning)
• Authorization of Development Permit No. 3060-20-20/24 for a triplex at 1188 Sluggett Road
• Authorization of Development Permit No. 3060-20-23/24 for a single‑family dwelling at 1981 Stelly’s Cross Road
• Award of Janitorial Services contract (RFP 24‑003) to Jani‑King for $237,600 (two‑year term, option for three one‑year extensions)
• Waiver of Community Amenity Fees for affordable housing applications until June 13 2025

Public Hearing

The District Council will hold a public hearing on an application to rezone 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road to permit an indoor lounge. District staff will give a brief description of the proposal, and the applicant and members of the public may make representations. Council will not make a decision at this hearing; a decision will be taken at a future regular council meeting.

• Rezoning application for 2487 Mt. St. Michael Rd (Bylaw No. 2221) – indoor lounge
• Public hearing to hear representations from the applicant and the public
• Staff presentation of a brief description of the rezoning proposal

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider and recommend authorizing Development Permit No. 3060‑20‑16/24 for three townhomes at 1048 Clarke Road. The meeting also includes the first, second, and third readings of a zoning bylaw amendment for the small‑lot subdivision at 6922 Saanich Cross Road, along with related covenants and a $15,000 amenity contribution. Additional items are the adoption of Delegation Bylaw Amendment No. 2214 (Farm Protection), referral of Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2223 to the Advisory Planning Commission, and motions concerning temporary use of the Hovey Road property and an update on Canada goose crop‑damage mitigation.

• Authorize Development Permit No. 3060‑20‑16/24 for three townhomes at 1048 Clarke Road.
• First, second, and third readings of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2216 for 6922 Saanich Cross Road, plus covenants and $15,000 amenity contribution.
• Adopt Delegation Bylaw Amendment No. 2214 (Farm Protection).
• Refer Light Industrial Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2223 to the Advisory Planning Commission.
• Motions: staff to report options for temporary use of Hovey Road property; request update on CRD Canada goose mitigation plan.

Special (Open) Council

The Special (Open) Council meeting will address standard items such as call to order, agenda approval, staff reports, bylaws, unfinished business and new business. The primary decision is a motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1) and 90(2) concerning personal information, land acquisition, and confidential negotiations. If adopted, the remainder of the meeting will be held in closed session.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), 90(1)(e), 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b)
• Approval of the agenda for the January 27, 2025 meeting
• Staff reports (details not provided)
• Bylaw considerations (details not provided)
• Unfinished and new business items (details not provided)

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Accessibility Plan and review council updates. The session includes reports on the Parks and Trails Masterplan and a presentation on disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.

• Review of the draft Parks and Trails Masterplan
• Presentation by Pinna Sustainability on Planning for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation
• Review of the SPAAC Recommendations to Councils Tracking Sheet

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will hold the annual election of the commission chair. The commission will consider the rezoning application 3360-20-11/21 and development permit application 3060-20-22/21 for 6922 Saanich Cross Road and decide whether to support them and identify any substantial issues for council.

• Adopt agenda for the January 15, 2025 meeting
• Adopt minutes of the October 16, 2024 Advisory Planning Commission meeting
• Annual election of the commission chair
• Consider rezoning application 3360-20-11/21 and development permit application 3060-20-22/21 for 6922 Saanich Cross Road

Public Hearing

The public hearing provides an opportunity for individuals to comment on proposed bylaw amendments. Council will consider changes to the Official Community Plan (Farm Protection Development Permit Guidelines) and the Zoning Bylaw to expand options for accessory dwelling units on agricultural and rural zoned lots. Staff will present a brief description of the proposed amendments before public representations. Council will make its decision at a future regular council meeting.

• Proposed amendment to OCP (Bylaw No. 2217) and Zoning Bylaw (Bylaw No. 2213) to permit accessory dwelling units on agricultural and rural properties

Regular Council Meeting

The Central Saanich Council will discuss zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units in rural areas and a rezoning application for Sea Cider Farms. The meeting also includes decisions on heat pump financing program bylaws and an operational update on Aurora.

• Rezoning application for Sea Cider Farms at 2487 Mt. St. Michael Rd (Bylaw No. 2221)
• Adoption and amendment of Heat Pump Financing Program Local Service Area Bylaws (No. 15 and 16)
• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 2213 and OCP Bylaw No. 2217 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units in Agricultural and Rural Areas
• Aurora Operational Update report from the Chief Administrative Officer
• Review of correspondence regarding a bylaw complaint and the 1934 Hovey Road development