Victoria public meetings in 2024
52 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
Victoria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a bylaw that would designate the exterior of 1885 Government Street as protected heritage property. The meeting also includes presentations from residents regarding short-term rental processes, homelessness, and arts initiatives.
- Public hearing for Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 24-087 at 1885 Government Street
- Presentations on short-term rental principal residence license process
- Presentations on homelessness solutions and bylaw sweeps
- Presentations on arts and culture space initiatives
- Request for support for 716 Johnson St as an arts and culture hub
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider three rezoning applications: 1132 and 1134 Empress Avenue, 50 Government Street, and 131‑139 Menzies Street. It will also review staff reports on a draft financial plan with tax‑increase reduction options, enforcement costs for daytime sheltering, and a $250,000 grant request for the Other Guise Society. The council will vote on motions to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter and on appointments for the upcoming Crystal Pool referendum. Decisions will be recorded in the public minutes.
- Rezoning Application No. 00784 & Development Permit No. 00174 for 1132 and 1134 Empress Avenue (new three‑unit rental building)
- Rezoning Application No. 00861 & Development Permit No. 00251 for 50 Government Street (Council recommended to decline)
- Rezoning Application No. 00823 & Development Permit No. 00210 for 131‑139 Menzies Street (mixed‑use building)
- 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan – Tax Increase Reduction Options staff report
- $250,000 grant request for Other Guise Society under the Major Community Initiatives & Events Grant program
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will consider and vote on several bylaws, including a heritage designation for 522 St. Charles Street and the adoption of 2025 solid waste and utility rate bylaws that raise connection fees, special fees, and consumption charges for water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste. The council will also review rezoning and development permit applications for properties on Empress Avenue, Government Street, and Menzies, as well as a development permit variance for Despard Avenue. A short‑term rental business licence appeal for 1403‑728 Yates Street and various closed‑meeting items will be addressed.
- Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 24-040 for 522 St. Charles Street
- Adoption of 2025 Solid Waste and Utility Rates Bylaws No. 24-089, 24-090, 24-091 increasing fees
- Rezoning Application No. 00784 for 1132 and 1134 Empress Avenue (Fernwood)
- Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00285 for 1542 Despard Ave and 1551 Montgomery Ave (removing sidewalk requirement)
- Short‑Term Rental Business License Appeal for 1403‑728 Yates Street
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a consent agenda and discuss several staff reports. The primary substantive item is the rezoning and development permit with variances for 710 Caledonia Avenue and 1961 Douglas Street, proposing to convert about 3,600 m² of office space to residential use and add 43 rental units. Council will also consider speed limit reductions on arterial and collector streets, applications to the Victoria Housing Reserve Fund, and a revised 2025 meeting schedule.
- Rezoning Application No. 00883 and Development Permit with Variances No. 00262 for 710 Caledonia Ave and 1961 Douglas St – conversion of 3,600 m² office to residential, 43 new rental units
- Staff report on speed limit reductions on arterial and collector streets
- Victoria Housing Reserve Fund applications – September 2024 intake
- Revised 2025 Committee and Council meeting schedule
- Consent agenda items including the above applications
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will consider bylaws for 2025 utility rate increases, a tax exemption for a heritage building at 1314-1318 Wharf Street, and updates to electric vehicle charging fees. The meeting will also include short-term rental license appeals and a closed session on employee relations.
- Bylaws for 2025 Solid Waste and Utility Rates (No. 24-089, 24-090, 24-091)
- Tax Exemption Bylaw for 1314-1318 Wharf Street (No. 24-070)
- Bylaw for Downtown Victoria Business Improvement Area (No. 24-082)
- Amendments to Streets and Traffic Bylaw for EV charging (No. 24-077)
- Short-Term Rental Business Licence Appeals (809-751 Fairfield Road, 609 Toronto Street)
Council (to follow COTW)
Council will consider and vote on amendments to the Streets and Traffic Bylaw (No. 24‑077) and the City Parkades Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw (No. 24‑076) to enable EV charging infrastructure and set related fees. The council will also adopt rezoning and heritage designation bylaws for 1737 Rockland Avenue, including a development permit for two new single‑family dwellings on a newly created pan‑handle lot. Additionally, the council will adopt a rezoning amendment for 1055 Alston Street and approve a development permit for a mixed‑use building with one industrial unit and about 56 residential units. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as an interim housing needs report, a Freedom of Information and Privacy Bylaw, and motions on Caledonia Place and city‑owned assets in the North Park neighbourhood.
- Adopt Streets and Traffic Bylaw Amendment No. 24‑077 to permit EV charging cords on city property and set fees in EV charging zones.
- Adopt City Parkades Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 24‑076 to update fees for DC fast chargers and enforce fees on private‑property stations.
- Approve Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 24‑013 and Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 23‑089 for 1737 Rockland Avenue, plus Development Permit No. 00226 for two single‑family homes.
- Approve Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 24‑061 and Development Permit No. 00234 for 1055 Alston Street to allow a mixed‑use building with ~56 residential units and one industrial unit.
- Consent agenda items: Interim Housing Needs Report; Freedom of Information and Privacy Bylaw; motions on Caledonia Place (“Tiny Town”) and consultation on city‑owned assets in North Park.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review staff reports regarding personnel appointments and legal designations. The body will discuss the appointment of three bylaw officers and the designation of fire department personnel under the Fire Safety Act of British Columbia.
- Appointment of Madison McNeill, Emily Bolender, and Tara Richelle as Bylaw Officers
- Designation of persons to carry out duties for the Victoria Fire Department per the Fire Safety Act of British Columbia
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will consider approving bylaws for heritage designations at 1885 Government Street and 1601 Douglas Street, as well as rezoning applications for 1276 and 1278 Gladstone Avenue and 515 and 519 Rithet Street. The meeting will also include a motion to close part of the session to the public for law enforcement and intergovernmental negotiations.
- Heritage designation bylaw for 1885 Government Street (No. 24-087)
- Heritage designation bylaw for 1601 Douglas Street (No. 24-079)
- Rezoning bylaw for 1276 and 1278 Gladstone Avenue (No. 24-071)
- Rezoning bylaw for 515 and 519 Rithet Street (No. 24-085)
- Motion to close meeting to public under Community Charter
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will continue budget deliberations for 2025 utility rates and hear presentations on the Greater Victoria Public Library and Victoria Police Department. The agenda also includes a motion to update park sheltering rules and a liquor licence application for a Craft Beer Market.
- Motion to prepare 2025 water, sewer, storm drain and solid waste rate bylaws
- Council Member Motion on sheltering in parks and the Parks Regulation Bylaw
- Council Member Motion on unregulated substances known as date-rape drugs
- Liquor Licence Application for 450 Swift Street (Craft Beer Market)
- Update on rezoning application for 205 Quebec Street, 507 Montreal Street, and 210-224 Kingston Street
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will consider reports from the Special Committee of the Whole and the regular Committee of the Whole, adopt the Development Cost Charges Bylaw (No. 24‑053), and discuss motions to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter. Additional items include a progress report on provincial housing targets and a motion to extend input on the 2025 budget.
- Adoption of Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 24‑053
- Progress Report 2 on Provincial Housing Targets
- Council Member Motion: 2025 Budget Input Extension
- Motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter Section 90 (labour relations, law enforcement, confidential negotiations)
- Intergovernmental/Law Enforcement and Employee Relations items referenced under Section 90
Council
The meeting consists of public requests to address Council and an open house featuring presentations from various community organizations. No legislative decisions or policy votes are listed on the agenda.
- Public request regarding a proposed province-wide ban on the sale and use of fireworks
- Public requests regarding homelessness, housing, city finances, and roads and signals
- Open house presentations from 12 organizations, including the Alliance to End Homelessness and the Victoria Symphony
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing progress on provincial housing targets and an interim housing needs report. Members are discussing policies for non-profit affordable housing and the future of city-owned assets in the North Park neighbourhood.
- Grant request of $250,000 from Other Guise Society to refinance 716 Johnson Street
- Proposed Development Cost Charge Grant Policy for non-profit rental housing projects
- Discussion on transitioning Tenant Assistance Policy to a Tenant Protections Bylaw
- Proposed revisions to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Bylaw
- Motion to extend public input for the 2025 draft budget
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will consider adopting Amendment Bylaw No. 24-046, which adds conditions for operating passenger‑directed vehicle services and updates language to be gender neutral. The council will also review rezoning and development permit applications for properties on Richmond Road, Birch Street, Pembroke Street, and Broughton Street, and discuss a new storage facility location for unhoused residents. Additional motions include advocacy to the province for small businesses and public engagement on the 2025 budget.
- Adoption of Amendment Bylaw No. 24-046 to the Business Licence Bylaw (adds conditions for passenger‑directed vehicle services and gender neutral language)
- Rezoning Application No. 00862 and Development Permit No. 00252 for 2002 Richmond Road, 1903 & 1909 Birch Street, and 1769 Pembroke Street (Jubilee)
- Rezoning Application No. 00874 and Development Permit No. 00272 for 837 Broughton Street (Downtown)
- Proposal for a new location for a storage facility for unhoused Victorians
- Council member motions: advocacy to the province for small businesses and public engagement on 2025 budget considerations
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing land use variance permits and covenant amendments. Members will also discuss emergency winter weather planning and motions regarding downtown parking and storage for unhoused residents.
- Proposed amendment to allow 24-hour operation of gas bar and convenience store at 1321 Yates Street
- Development Variance Permit for 1542 Despard Avenue and 1551 Montgomery Avenue to remove sidewalk construction requirements
- Development Variance Permit for 1535 and 1537 Despard Avenue to remove frontage improvement requirements
- Motion to survey Downtown Core Area businesses on parking and street use needs
- Motion to relocate the storage facility for unhoused Victorians from 926/930 Pandora Avenue
Special Committee of the Whole
The Special Committee of the Whole will receive staff reports on the 2025 Draft Budget public‑engagement results and the 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan, which includes the provisional police budget. It will consider a motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter Section 90 for employee‑relations matters. The committee will approve the agenda, address any new business, and adjourn.
- Staff Report – 2025 Draft Budget Public Engagement Summary Report (PDF attachments)
- Staff Report – 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan (PDF attachments, includes provisional police budget)
- Motion to close the meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(c) for employee‑relations
- Consideration of closed minutes
- New Business – Employee Relations – Community Charter Section 90(1)(c)
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will approve the agenda, consider post-meeting minutes, and vote on a Development Permit with Variances for 309-329 Belleville Street. The meeting will also include a motion to close portions of the session to the public.
- Approval of Bylaw No. 24-074 (Council Procedures)
- Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00278 (309-329 Belleville Street)
- Approval of October 10, 2024 Committee of the Whole Report
- Motion to close meeting to public under Community Charter Section 90
- Approval of post-meeting minutes from July 11 and October 10, 2024
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the rezoning application and development permit for 837 Broughton Street, proposing a higher‑density, seven‑storey residential building with ground‑floor live‑work uses. Staff reports on the 2025 draft budget public‑engagement results and the 2025‑2029 draft financial plan will be presented and discussed. Motions on public engagement for the 2025 budget and an update to the Emergency Weather Response Plan will also be considered.
- Rezoning Application No. 00874 and Development Permit with Variances No. 00272 for 837 Broughton Street – rezone from CHP‑OB to a higher‑density zone for a seven‑storey residential building with live‑work ground floor
- Staff report: 2025 Draft Budget Public Engagement Summary Report
- Staff report: 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan
- Staff report: approval of the 2025 Committee and Council meeting schedule
- Council Member Motion: request for public engagement on 2025 budget core services and programs
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council meeting will approve the agenda, consider minutes from the September 26 council meetings, and receive reports from the Committee of the Whole. It will vote on several bylaws, including a rezoning and development permit for 1035 Russell Street that would allow eight corner townhouses, an amendment to the Council Procedures Bylaw, and a rezoning for 133 and 129/135 Gorge Road East. The council will also review applications for 1885 Government Street and a liquor primary license for 516 Fisgard Street, and will hold closed‑session items under the Community Charter.
- Rezoning and Development Permit for 1035 Russell Street (R‑2 to Missing Middle Corner Townhouses, eight units)
- Amendment to Council Procedures Bylaw (rescind and re‑pass 3rd reading of Amendment No. 1, No. 24‑074)
- Rezoning and Development Permit for 133 and 129/135 Gorge Road East (creation of CD‑20 zone)
- 1885 Government Street: rezoning, development permit with variances, and heritage designation applications
- Liquor Primary License application for 516 Fisgard Street
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is considering a rezoning application to build a six-storey rental residential building with commercial uses at grade. The body will also discuss advocacy for small businesses and commercial tenants.
- Rezoning Application No. 00862 and Development Permit No. 00252 for 2002 Richmond Road, 1903/1909 Birch Street, and 1769 Pembroke Street
- Proposal for a six-storey rental residential building with commercial uses at grade and a surface parking lot
- Council Member Motion regarding an advocacy letter to the Province to support small businesses and commercial tenants
- Proclamation of Small Business Month
- 10:17 AM 'Shakeout' Exercise
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a staff report regarding a proposed tax relief pilot program for 2025. The program aims to reduce the municipal tax rate on a portion of the assessed land value for specific property classes.
- Development Potential Tax Relief Pilot Program for Light Industry (Class 5) and Business and Other (Class 6) properties
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will review a rise and report from the October 3 closed council meeting and reports from the Committee of the Whole. It will conduct first, second, and third readings of Amendment Bylaw No. 35 to the Business Licence Bylaw, adding conditions for passenger‑directed vehicle services and gender‑neutral language. The council will also consider a short‑term rental business licence appeal for the property at 409‑595 Pandora Avenue. Additional motions on city costs for Touchdown Pacific and a minimum residential unit size citywide will be discussed.
- Amendment Bylaw No. 35 to the Business Licence Bylaw – first, second, and third readings to add conditions for passenger‑directed vehicle services and gender‑neutral language
- Short‑Term Rental Business Licence Appeal for 409‑595 Pandora Avenue – review of appellant and licence inspector submissions
- Council motion on city costs to host Touchdown Pacific (from COTW report)
- Council motion on minimum residential unit size citywide (from COTW report)
- Rise and Report from the closed council meeting held October 3, 2024 (Attachment A)
Council
The City Council meeting consists primarily of procedural items and requests from five individuals to address the body. No legislative decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Request from Jan Firstbrook regarding the value of mature trees
- Request from Tracy Ryan regarding City of Victoria Senior Centre Funding for Silver Threads Service
- Request from Erik Haensel regarding Centennial Square Revitalisation
- Request from Janet Simpson regarding Sequoia in Centennial Square
- Request from Kathy Bligh, RNBSN regarding Sustainable Development Goals
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss land use applications, including a rezoning request for a residential rental building and a liquor license application. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2024 external audit plan and a progress update on the Corporate Plan.
- 1885 Government Street: Rezoning, development permit, and heritage designation for a six-storey residential rental building with ground floor commercial
- 516 Fisgard Street: Application for a new Liquor Primary License with service hours up to 1:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday
- 2024 External Audit Plan presentation by BDO Canada LLP
- Council Procedures Bylaw Update motion to align procedures with current practices
- Corporate Plan Progress Update regarding the 2024-2026 plan
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council is meeting to vote on several bylaws, including a new Business Improvement Area and a zoning amendment for a townhouse project. The body will also review a short-term rental business licence appeal and a 2025 permissive tax exemption.
- Adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw No. 23-076 for an 11-unit townhouse development at 624 and 628 Manchester Road
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings of Business Improvement Area Bylaw 2024 (No. 24-082) to establish a Downtown Victoria Business Improvement Area
- Adoption of Tax Exemption (Permissive) Bylaw 2025 (No. 24-050)
- Short-term rental business licence appeal for 3150 Balfour Avenue
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings of Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment Bylaw (No. 1) No. 24-074
Council
The meeting consists primarily of procedural items and a series of requests from individuals and organizations to address the council. No formal legislative decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Request from Diana Smardon regarding housing
- Request from Jen Reimer regarding unfinished gas station at 308 Menzies Street
- Request from Sue MacPherson regarding police actions
- Update from Mandy Niddrie on Royal & McPherson Theatres Society leadership transition
- Request from Cynthia Werbik regarding rental parameters and city bylaw
Council (to follow COTW)
The council will review and vote on several bylaws, including a 2025 permissive tax‑exemption bylaw and rezoning and development permits for 1042 and 1044 Richardson Street. It will also consider rezoning of 1702 Quadra Street/862 Fisgard Street, a Rock Bay revitalization tax‑exemption, and a short‑term rental licence appeal for 1468 Rockland Avenue. Parts of the meeting will be closed under the Community Charter.
- Bylaw No. 24-049: Rezoning 1042 and 1044 Richardson Street from R‑K to R‑117 to permit a six‑storey residential building with about 20 units
- Bylaw No. 24-005: Rezoning 1702 Quadra Street/862 Fisgard Street to allow a 13‑storey mixed‑use building with 88 residential units, three live‑work units, and one commercial unit
- Bylaw No. 24-050: Adoption of the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw
- Bylaw No. 24-067: Adoption of the Rock Bay Site Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw
- Short‑Term Rental Business Licence Appeal for 1468 Rockland Avenue
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will approve the agenda, adopt minutes from July 18 and September 5, and consider a staff report endorsing funding applications for capital projects. Council members will hear motions requesting a cost report for hosting Touchdown Pacific 2024 and proposing a city‑wide minimum residential unit size of 33m 2 as part of zoning modernization. Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.
- Approval of agenda
- Consent agenda: minutes from July 18 and September 5, 2024
- Staff report: endorsement of funding applications to support capital projects
- Motion: request staff report on city costs to host Touchdown Pacific 2024
- Motion: implement minimum residential unit size of 33m 2 citywide
Council
The Victoria City Council will hold public hearings and consider third‑reading motions on two rezoning applications. One proposes a four‑storey, 29‑unit multiple‑dwelling at 1733‑1737 Fairfield Road with an Official Community Plan amendment. The other seeks to rezone 1964 Fairfield Road and 507 Foul Bay Road, change permitted uses, add a public‑facilities designation, and designate 507 Foul Bay Road as heritage property. Additional items include several resident requests to address council on topics such as electric golf‑cart tours and natural‑asset management.
- Rezoning Application No. 00821 for 1733, 1735, 1737 Fairfield Road – 4‑storey, 29‑unit multiple dwelling and OCP amendment (bylaw 24‑055, 24‑056).
- Rezoning Application No. 00845 for 1964 Fairfield Road and 507 Foul Bay Road – change uses, OCP amendment, heritage designation (bylaws 24‑057, 24‑058, 24‑051).
- Public hearing and consideration of third‑reading motions for the above bylaws.
- Requests to address council: electric golf‑cart sightseeing pilot, housing & homeless parks, natural‑asset management, Bowker Creek watershed benefits, and STR inspection policy.
- Approval of agenda and procedural items (music performance, territorial acknowledgement, introductions).
Council (to follow COTW)
The council meeting, held after the Committee of the Whole, will approve the agenda and hear reports from the COTW. It will consider several bylaws, including a Rock Bay Site Revitalization Tax Exemption (Bylaw No. 24-067) and amendments for 500 Sumar Street housing and zoning (Bylaws No. 24-062 and 24-063). Additional items are amendments to the Single‑Use Items Reduction Bylaw (Bylaws No. 24-072, 24-073) and a Council Remuneration Bylaw (No. 24-075). The meeting also includes a motion to close part of the session under Community Charter Section 90.
- Rock Bay Site Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 24‑067
- Housing Agreement and Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment for 500 Sumas Street (Bylaws 24‑062, 24‑063)
- Single‑Use Items Reduction Bylaw amendments (Bylaws 24‑072, 24‑073)
- Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 24‑075
- Motion to close the meeting under Community Charter Section 90
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a staff report seeking Council direction to ask the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to write off overcharged property taxes for 2023 and 2024. It will also consider applications from non‑profit groups for permissive property tax exemptions for 2025 and a motion to reimburse a council member’s travel expenses to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities Convention. Presentations from the Victoria Police Department and the Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board on the 2024 Q2 report and the 2025 provisional budget will be shown.
- Property Tax Write‑Off – request to Ministry for 2023‑2024 overcharges
- Permissive Tax Exemptions 2025 – applications from non‑profits and recommended bylaw
- Council Member Motion – reimbursement for UBCM Convention travel expenses (Sept 16‑20, 2024)
- Victoria Police Department 2024 Q2 Report presentation
- Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board 2025 Budget Consultation presentation
Council (to follow COTW)
The council meeting will approve the agenda, review minutes from recent meetings, and receive reports from the Committee of the Whole. It will consider several bylaws, including a council remuneration bylaw, rezoning and development permit updates for 1055 Alston Street and 1005 Chamberlain Street, a housing agreement for 1708 Quadra Street, and a single‑use items reduction bylaw. The council will also review a development permit with variances for 250 Douglas Street. Some items will be discussed in closed session under the Community Charter.
- Council Remuneration Bylaw, No. 24-075 – update to council members' pay
- Rezoning and Development Permit for 1055 Alston Street – Bylaw No. 24-061
- Rezoning and Development Permit for 1005 Chamberlain Street – Bylaw No. 24-042
- Housing Agreement for 1708 Quadra Street – Bylaw No. 24-044
- Development Permit with Variances for 250 Douglas Street – Application No. 00241
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider minutes from three prior meetings and approve a consent agenda. It will review a heritage designation application for 1601 Douglas Street and a development permit with variance for 309‑329 Belleville Street, each with recommendations for further action. Three council member motions will also be considered: adding a Q&A item with the Mayor and General Manager, an update on the Mayor’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Initiative, and a proposal for incentives for temporary sheltering on surface parking lots.
- Heritage Designation Application No.000210 for 1601 Douglas Street (Downtown)
- Development Permit with Variance Application No.00278 for 309‑329 Belleville Street (James Bay)
- Council Member Motion to add a standing Q&A agenda item with the Mayor and General Manager
- Council Member Motion requesting an update on the Mayor’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Initiative
- Council Member Motion proposing incentives for temporary sheltering on surface parking lots
Council
The Victoria City Council meeting will address two safety petitions for Vic West Park, a presentation on homeless issues, and several proposals to amend the Parks Regulation Bylaw and the Streets and Traffic Bylaw. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda and a closed meeting if required.
- E.1 – Stephanie Baragon: Third safety petition for Vic West Park (in‑person)
- E.2 – Brian Ogilvie: Third safety petition for Vic West Park (in‑person)
- E.3 – Janie Rollins, Victoria Committee to End Homelessness: Homeless issues (in‑person)
- E.4 – Nicholas Olson: Parks Regulation Bylaw (in‑person)
- E.5 – Shea Smith: Parks Regulation Bylaw, Streets and Traffic Bylaw (in‑person)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations for councillor salary and benefit adjustments. Members are also discussing a proposed approach to sanctioned sheltering areas in city parks and grant applications for community initiatives.
- Council Remuneration Task Force report on salary and benefit adjustments
- Motion for a staff-recommended approach to sanctioned sheltering in parks
- 2024/25 Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant applications
- Support and expansion of the Mobile Youth Services Team (MYST) and CRED Program
- Travel reimbursement requests for the Union of BC Municipalities and CCCO conferences
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will consider rezoning applications for Fairfield Road and Foul Bay Road, as well as amendments to short-term rental and patio regulation bylaws. The meeting will also include a closed session.
- Rezoning 1733, 1735, 1737 Fairfield Road and 1964 Fairfield Road, 507 Foul Bay Road
- Short-Term Rental Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 24-060
- Short-Term Rental Regulation Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 24-059
- Patio Regulation Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 24-043
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider land‑use matters, including a rezoning application (No. 00868) and development permit with variances (No. 00267) for 515 and 519 Rithet Street in James Bay to allow a five‑storey multi‑unit strata residential building. It will also review a Heritage Tax Incentive Program application (No. 00037) for seismic upgrades and restoration of heritage buildings at 1314‑1318 Wharf Street. Additional items include a staff report on the council meetings calendar and several council member motions on travel reimbursement, evening meeting use, Truth and Reconciliation Day support, and unsheltered Victorians.
- Rezoning Application No. 00868 and Development Permit with Variances No. 00267 for 515‑519 Rithet St – proposed five‑storey multi‑unit strata building
- Heritage Tax Incentive Program Application No. 00037 for 1314‑1318 Wharf St – seismic upgrade and restoration of heritage‑designated buildings
- Council Member Motion requesting reimbursement for travel to the Union of BC Municipalities 2024 Convention (Sept 16‑20, 2024, Vancouver)
- Council Member Motion to amend policies for better use of evening council meetings after public hearings
- Council Member Motion to provide in‑kind support and waive fees for the 2024 Truth and Reconciliation Day event at Royal Athletic Park
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will consider several bylaw amendments, including changes to patio regulations, short‑term rental rules, social service centre zoning, and land‑use procedures. The council will also vote on temporary borrowing bylaws that would authorize $32 million for transportation infrastructure, $3 million for public washroom improvements, and $18 million for park redevelopment. Additional items include a delegation bylaw and motions to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter.
- Adoption of temporary borrowing bylaws authorizing $32 M for transportation, $3 M for public washrooms, and $18 M for park redevelopment
- Amendment to the Patio Regulation Bylaw to designate part of Mary Park as a sidewalk and set usage fees
- Amendment to the Short‑Term Rental Regulation Bylaw to align with the Short‑Term Rental Accommodations Act
- Social Service Centres Zoning Amendment Bylaw to permit social service centres in all zones
- Land Use Procedures Bylaw amendment to update public hearing procedures and related fees
Council
Victoria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Bylaw No. 24-039, which would designate the exterior of the building at 515 Foul Bay Road as protected heritage property. Several members of the public are scheduled to address the council regarding the Parks Regulation Bylaw and other city policies.
- Public hearing for Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 24-039 at 515 Foul Bay Road
- Public comments on Parks Regulation Bylaw
- Public comments on Christ Church Cathedral Bells Special Bylaw Exception
- Public comments on Bastion Square Court House/ St. Charles Speed Limit
- Public comments on city policy core principles
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion to end daytime sheltering in parks and streets, a development variance for 1115 Johnson Street and adjacent Yates Street properties, and a rezoning application for Battery and Niagara Streets that would raise the floor‑space ratio and permit a six‑storey assisted‑living building. A tax‑incentive application for 2659 Douglas Street will be reviewed, with a recommendation to decline the request. Staff reports will seek Council approval for a cannabis retail licence at 340 Mary Street, an amendment to the Patio Regulation Bylaw, and updates to the short‑term rental regulation. Additional motions will request reimbursement for travel expenses to municipal conferences.
- Rezoning Application No. 00810 for 674‑678 Battery St, 675‑685 Niagara St, 50 Douglas St – increase FSR from 1.6:1 to 2.45:1 and allow a six‑storey assisted‑living building
- Development Variance Permit Application No. 00286 for 1115 Johnson St and 1110/1120 Yates St – changes to bicycle parking layout
- Tax Incentive Program Application No. 000033 for 2659 Douglas St – request for tax exemption for seismic upgrades (recommended to be declined)
- Recommendation for Victoria Cannabis Company Farmgate at 340 Mary St – request for provincial cannabis retail licence
- Amendment to Patio Regulation Bylaw No. 23‑035 to include part of Mary Street Park for an outdoor patio
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will consider several bylaws, including a temporary borrowing package that authorizes $32 million for transportation improvements, $3 million for public washroom upgrades, and $18 million for park redevelopment. It will also review amendments to the Land Use Procedures Bylaw, a rezoning application for 515 Foul Bay Road, and a Development Cost Charges Bylaw. Additional items include a development variance permit for 1115 Johnson Street and related motions on travel expense reimbursements. Some agenda items will be discussed in a closed session under the Community Charter.
- Temporary Borrowing Bylaws: $32 M transportation, $3 M washrooms, $18 M parks (Bylaws No. 24-064, 24-065, 24-066)
- Rezoning Bylaw for 515 Foul Bay Road (Application No. 00807, Bylaw No. 24-048)
- Amendment Bylaw for Land Use Procedures (Bylaw No. 24-021)
- Development Cost Charges Bylaw authorizing charges for sewer, water, drainage, roads and parks (Bylaw No. 24-053)
- Development Variance Permit Application No. 00286 for 1115 Johnson St, 1110 and 1120 Yates St (Fernwood)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee will review a revised rezoning application for 205 Quebec, 507 Montreal, and 210-224 Kingston Street. This update includes a reduction in tower height from 17 to 14 storeys. The agenda also includes a request to waive a public hearing for short-term rental zoning amendments.
- Rezoning application for 205 Quebec, 507 Montreal, and 210-224 Kingston Street
- Request to waive public hearing for short-term rental zoning amendments
- Authorization for the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement
- Motion regarding UBCM travel expense reimbursement
Council
The Victoria City Council meeting includes several scheduled requests for members of the public to address the chamber. Topics include the Victoria Living Wage, Centennial Square redevelopment, and a potential $200,000,000 pool regarding homelessness. No formal decisions or motions are listed on this agenda.
- Public comment on Victoria Living Wage
- Discussion of Centennial Square redevelopment and updates
- Inquiry regarding a potential $200,000,000 pool for homelessness
- Address regarding 2155 Dowler
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will consider a loan authorization of up to $168,900,000 for the replacement of the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre. The agenda also includes discussions regarding heritage designations and new housing developments.
- Loan authorization up to $168,900,000 for Crystal Pool replacement
- Heritage designation for 515 Foul Bay Road
- Development permit for 18 townhouse units at 902 Foul Bay Road
- Housing Reserve Fund application for 1132 Johnson Street
- Development permit application for 250 Douglas Street
Council (to follow COTW)
The Council will review reports from previous committee meetings, including a rezoning application for Gladstone Avenue. Members will also consider adopting an amendment to the Parks Regulation Bylaw. This amendment would prohibit sheltering in Irving Park and Vic West Park.
- Amendment to Parks Regulation Bylaw prohibiting sheltering in Irving Park and Vic West Park
- Rezoning and development permit application for 1276 and 1278 Gladstone Avenue
- Development Cost Charges Review consultation results
- Victoria Housing Strategy Annual Review Report 2023
- Appointment of Bylaw Officers
Committee of the Whole
The committee will consider an updated concept design for the Centennial Square revitalization project and a request to appoint Bylaw Officers. Members will also discuss motions regarding financial relief for residents affected by crime and support for a hockey tournament bid. Additionally, the Victoria Police Department will present its 2024 first-quarter report.
- Centennial Square Revitalization Concept Design Update
- Motion: Financial relief for residents affected by crime and social disorder
- Motion: Support for the Victoria Hockey Legacy Society Bid
- Victoria Police Department 2024 Q1 report
- Appointment of Bylaw Officers as Business Licence Inspector
Committee of the Whole
The committee will review a grant application for a 140-unit affordable housing project at 1132 Johnson Street. Also on the agenda is a development permit for a bike shelter at 250 Douglas Street and the establishment of a task force to review council remuneration.
- Affordable housing grant application for 1132 Johnson Street
- Development permit for a bike shelter at 250 Douglas Street
- Establishment of a task force to review council remuneration
- 2024-2026 Corporate Plan update
Council (to follow COTW)
The Victoria City Council will review several rezoning applications for residential developments and a new tax exemption for affordable rental housing. The agenda includes amendments to prohibit sheltering at Irving Park and Vic West Park. Council will also consider withholding building permits for hotel projects at 707 Courtney Street and 529 Pandora Avenue.
- Rezoning of 133 and 135 Gorge Road East for rental housing
- Prohibiting sheltering at Irving Park and Vic West Park
- Rezoning 1212 Vista Heights to a two-family dwelling district
- Withholding building permits for hotel developments at 707 Courtney Street and 529 Pandora Avenue
- Affordable Rental Housing Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw
Council
The Council will consider receiving the 2023 Annual Report for information, which summarizes the city's financial and operational activities. Several residents are also scheduled to address Council regarding topics including short-term rentals, park removals, and the Crystal Pool Replacement Project.
- Consideration of the 2023 Annual Report
- Public comments regarding removal of three sheltering parks
- Public comments regarding short-term rental regulations
- Public comments regarding Crystal Pool Replacement Project impact
- Proposed amendments to the Alternative Vehicle Bylaw for pedicabs
Committee of the Whole
The Committee is reviewing a rezoning application for 1276 and 1278 Gladstone Avenue to allow for higher density and commercial uses. The agenda also includes discussions on development cost charge reviews, new community grant programs, and motions regarding transit-oriented development and social service zoning.
- Rezoning of 1276 and 1278 Gladstone Avenue from 0.30:1 to 1.52:1 FSR
- Review of Development Cost Charges (DCC) consultation results
- Approval of the new Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant Program
- Motion to explore temporary zoning for social service centres
- Motion regarding BC Bill 47 and Transit-Oriented Development Areas
Council (to follow COTW)
Victoria City Council will consider several zoning amendments, including updates related to provincial housing legislation. The agenda also includes a new tax exemption program for affordable rental housing and a review of a single-use items reduction bylaw.
- Rezoning 1011 Fort Street to Meares Street Residential District
- Zoning amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing and transit areas
- Establishment of an Affordable Rental Housing Revitalization Tax Exemption
- Amendment to the Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw
- Rezoning Mary Street and Russell Street for a Cannabis District
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a feasibility study for the Crystal Pool Replacement Project, including site options and borrowing needs. The agenda also includes discussions on new guidelines for family-sized housing and a new community events grant program. Additionally, council members will consider motions regarding provincial transit legislation.
- Crystal Pool Replacement Project feasibility study
- Family Housing Policy and Advisory Design Guidelines
- Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant Program approval
- Encroachment agreement for 1601 Douglas Street
- Motion regarding BC Bill 47 and Transit-Oriented Development Areas
Council
The Victoria City Council meeting includes several requests for members of the public to address the chamber. Topics include Glenlyon Norfolk School, traffic concerns, and a plan for tourists and businesses. A musical performance by the Victoria Conservatory of Music is also part of the agenda.
- Presentation on 'A Win/Win Plan for Tourists, Businesses and the Community'
- Public addresses regarding Glenlyon Norfolk School
- Public addresses regarding traffic concerns
- Presentation regarding the We Unify Conference at Victoria Conference Centre