Central Saanich public meetings in 2023

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider first, second, and third readings of a new Code of Conduct Bylaw (No. 2165), including amendments on legal fee reimbursement. They will also decide on a soil deposit application for 6,977 cubic meters of fill at 1741 Verling Avenue, with a proposed variance to the 7m buffer zone. Other items include first reading of a road closure bylaw for a portion of Nimmo Road and adoption of a land-use amendment for 1146 Sluggett Road.

• Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2165 — first, second, and third readings with amendments on legal fee reimbursement up to $5,000
• Soil deposit application for 6,977 cubic meters of fill at 1741 Verling Avenue, with a proposed buffer zone variance and $1.00/cubic meter fee
• Road Closure Bylaw No. 2168 for a portion of Nimmo Road, including land exchange and public notice direction
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2119 for 1146 Sluggett Road
• Notice of motion to change Council Correspondence Policy to place all community-related correspondence on the next regular agenda

Healthy Communities Standing Committee

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee will consider a report on the District's annual drainage works in support of agriculture. The agenda also includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Report from the Director of Engineering on Municipal Annual Drainage Works in Support of Agriculture
• Appendix A: Best Management Practices for Central Saanich Watercourse Maintenance
• Appendix B: District Zoning with Contours
• Adoption of minutes from the October 5, 2023 meeting

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is meeting to review and provide comments on four development applications referred by Council, including a development variance permit, two development permits with variances, and a rezoning with a development permit. The commission will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• 1017 Stelly's Cross Road – Development Variance Permit 3090-20/23 to reduce front yard setback from 7.5m to 4.27m
• 7103 Brentwood Drive – Development Permit with variances (3060-20-5/22) for infill, including a covenant for solar-ready design
• 938 Verdier Ave – Rezoning (Bylaw No. 2079) and Development Permit (3060-20-14/20) for infill
• 6437 Central Saanich Road – Development Permit with variance (3060-20-4/23) for a carriage house

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider approving $5.1 million in 2024 capital projects and strategic initiatives, including road and water main replacements, active transportation plans, and fire and police equipment. They will also vote on several development permits and variances, including a marine development permit at 543 Senanus Drive and a carriage house at 6437 Central Saanich Road. Two land-use bylaws (basements/garages and secondary suites) are up for third reading and adoption. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations and land negotiations.

• 2024 capital projects: Active Transportation Four-Year Plan ($1,000,000), Water Main Replacements ($2,000,000), Road Reconstruction ($600,000), Centennial Splash Pad ($150,000), Police Fleet ($345,000)
• Development permit with variances for existing seawall at 543 Senanus Drive
• Development permit for a carriage house at 6437 Central Saanich Road, referred to Advisory Planning Commission
• Development permit for a cottage at 7944 Wallace Drive
• Third reading and adoption of Land Use Bylaw amendments: No. 2151 (basements/garages density) and No. 2152 (maximum secondary suites)

Public Hearing

Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on three land-use bylaw amendments: a rezoning at 1146 Sluggett Road for a duplex and single-family home with suite, and two text amendments to the Land Use Bylaw concerning basements and floor area, and maximum secondary suite size and parking. No decisions will be made at this hearing; Council will deliberate at a future meeting.

• Rezoning and development permit for 2-lot subdivision at 1146 Sluggett Road for duplex and single-family dwelling with suite
• Amendment to Land Use Bylaw regarding basements and floor area (Bylaw No. 2151)
• Amendment to Land Use Bylaw to set maximum secondary suite size, rules for panhandle lots, and parking requirements (Bylaw No. 2152)

Public Hearing

Council is holding a public hearing to consider Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 2153 and a Heritage Alteration Permit with variances for the church and hall buildings at 7180 East Saanich Road. The hearing allows affected property owners and the public to speak on the proposed bylaw. Council will make its decision at a future regular meeting.

• Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 2153 for 7180 East Saanich Road
• Heritage Alteration Permit with variances (6830-20-1/23) for Shady Creek Church improvements
• Public hearing procedures and submission deadlines

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider several land-use bylaws, including rezoning and development permits for properties on Verdier Avenue, Sluggett Road, and Verling Avenue. They will also vote on awarding a tender for four electric Ford F150 Lightning pickup trucks at $277,056.17, adopting an Accessibility Plan, and amending the Climate Leadership Plan to replace natural gas with electric. A rezoning application for 7930 Central Saanich Road is recommended for denial.

• Award of tender for four Ford F150 Lightning electric pickup trucks at $277,056.17 to Island Ford Superstore
• Rezoning and subdivision application for 7930 Central Saanich Road recommended for denial
• Adoption of the Accessibility Plan and application for up to $25k SPARC BC grant
• Amendment to Climate Leadership Plan goal #2 to replace natural gas with electric
• Bylaw amendments for basements, garages, secondary suite size, and zero carbon step code for complex buildings

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee will consider two reports from the Director of Planning & Building Services: the 2022 Corporate Energy and Emissions Inventory and the 2022 Community Energy and Emissions Inventory. No recommendations are listed for either item. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.

Regular Council Meeting

Council will vote on several key items including awarding a $587,861.79 watermain and sidewalk contract to Plan Contracting Ltd., submitting a $670,000 grant application for the Mt Newton Pathway, and denying a development permit at 543 Senanus Drive. They will also consider consenting to a CRD housing bylaw, introducing traffic regulations for Keating Cross Road, and amending fees and charges. The meeting includes a closed session for labour and legal matters.

• Award Tender No. 23-031 for Saanich X Road watermain and sidewalk to Plan Contracting Ltd. at $587,861.79
• Submit BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant application for Mt Newton Pathway ($670,000 total project cost)
• Deny Development Permit 3060-20-19/21 at 543 Senanus Drive due to inconsistency with guidelines
• Consent to CRD Bylaw No. 4551 for Land Assembly, Housing and Land Banking Service
• Introduce Keating Cross Road Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 2160, 2023

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss and provide comment on several planning items referred by Council, including a heritage designation and alteration permit for 7180 East Saanich Road, rezoning for infill at 1146 Sluggett Road, and a rezoning for an additional accessory dwelling unit at 1592 Verling Avenue. The commission will also consider proposed bylaw amendments to delete maximum secondary suite size, allow suites on panhandle lots, and remove parking requirements, as well as density amendments regarding basements and garages.

• 7180 East Saanich Rd – Heritage Designation & Heritage Alteration Permit with variances (front yard, side yards, height for bell tower)
• 1146 Sluggett Road – Rezoning and Development Permit with variance for infill; commission asked to review off-street parking sufficiency near village center
• 1592 Verling Avenue – Rezoning for an additional accessory dwelling unit
• Proposed bylaw amendments: delete maximum secondary suite size, allow suites on panhandle lots, delete parking requirement behind front setback
• Density amendments to Land Use Bylaw: reduce suite and maximum building size if basements removed from calculation

Regular Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings on development permits for subdivisions at 6536 Rodolph Road and 6259 Marie Meadows Road. They will also consider adopting a building bylaw amendment for the Zero Carbon Step Code for complex buildings, and amendments to the Advisory Planning Commission bylaw. The meeting includes a closed session for labour and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on development permit with variances for a 2-lot subdivision at 6536 Rodolph Road
• Public hearing on development permit with variances for a panhandle lot subdivision at 6259 Marie Meadows Road
• First, second, and third readings of Building Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2143 (Zero Carbon Step Code for Part 3 buildings)
• First, second, and third readings of Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2130
• Adoption of 2024-2027 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws 2157 and 2158

Healthy Communities Standing Committee

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee will consider endorsing the Draft Age-Friendly Community Plan, which includes a 'What We Heard' report and a current state analysis. The committee will also discuss a resident's request for the District to join BC's electric kick scooter pilot program. The agenda includes routine adoption of previous minutes.

• Endorsement of Draft Age-Friendly Community Plan
• Discussion of request to enroll in BC electric scooter pilot program
• Adoption of June 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will decide on renaming Pioneer Park to HEL,HILEȻ (Gladness/Happiness) Park, as requested by W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School students. The agenda also includes a temporary use permit for a Highway 17 flyover construction laydown area, 2024 budget guidelines, and several rezoning and development applications.

• Pioneer Park renaming request to HEL,HILEȻ Park with temporary sign and community education
• Temporary Use Permit for 6708 Lochside Drive as laydown area for Highway 17 flyover project, subject to ALC approval
• 2024 Financial Plan Guidelines including 1.25% tax increase for asset replacement and 0.50% for active transportation
• Five-year Saanich Fire Dispatch Services Agreement renewal from 2024 to 2028
• Rezoning and development permit for 1146 Sluggett Road (infill) and 1592 Verling Avenue (additional accessory dwelling unit)

Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review public engagement results and discuss changes to the draft Age-Friendly Plan, along with identifying partners to support actions.

• Review of public engagement efforts, results and findings
• Update on main changes to the draft plan based on feedback
• Discussion on partners to support/lead actions

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications with variances: one for an infill project at 6536 Rodolph Road and one for a panhandle lot at 6259 Marie Meadows Road. Both were referred by Council for the Commission's comment. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• 6536 Rodolph Road – Development Permit with Variances (Infill)
• 6259 Marie Meadows – Development Permit with Variances (Panhandle)
• Motions from July 26, 2023 meeting regarding 6536 Rodolph Road
• Motions from September 11, 2023 meeting regarding 6259 Marie Meadows Road
• Adoption of minutes from August 16 and July 19, 2023 meetings

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee will consider endorsing the Parks and Trails Master Plan Engagement Strategy and receive an information report on options to improve waste management communications for residents and businesses. The meeting also includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes.

• Endorsement of Parks and Trails Master Plan Engagement Strategy
• Information report on waste management communication options
• Adoption of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Council will discuss and vote on several items including the 2024-2027 Strategic Implementation Plan, a new Public Art Policy, and a temporary use permit for the Keating Flyover Project. They will also consider denying a development permit at 6259 Marie Meadows and adopt bylaws related to council procedures, heat pump financing, and a housing development at 7701 East Saanich Road. A notice of motion regarding the Saanich Peninsula hospital emergency room closure will be introduced.

• 2024-2027 Strategic Implementation Plan to be supported in principle and referred to 2024 Financial Planning
• Public Art Policy No. 22.ADM up for approval
• Temporary layout area for Keating Flyover Project at 6708 Lochside Road referred to APC and PAAC
• Development Permit Application for 6259 Marie Meadows Road recommended for denial
• Bylaws for 7701 East Saanich Road housing development (third reading and covenant conditions)

Council approved a new Public Art Policy and supported the 2024-2027 Strategic Implementation Plan in principle. The board advanced several bylaws related to heat pump financing and housing developments, and requested provincial health budget increases for the Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

• Approved Public Art Policy No. 22.ADM (6-1)
• Supported 2024-2027 Strategic Implementation Plan in principle (Unanimous)
• Passed Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 8 (Unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2127 for 7701 East Saanich Road (Unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 for 7701 East Saanich Road (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to remove secondary suite restrictions on pan handle lots in Land Use Bylaw (6-1)
• Resolved to request Ministry of Health increase budget and supports for Saanich Peninsula Hospital (Unanimous)
• Approved Mayor Windsor to attend Seattle Visitor Economy Mission (Unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider a development permit with variances for a property at 6536 Rodolph Road. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Development permit with variances for 6536 Rodolph Road (infill project)

The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. because a quorum was not reached within 30 minutes of the scheduled start time. No substantive decisions were made.

Special (Open) Council

Council will vote on adopting three land-use bylaws for properties on Woodward Drive, Stelly's Cross Road, and Veyaness Road, and award a cellular services contract to Telus. They will also consider a notice on title for 1820 Stellys Cross Road, a development permit for 6536 Rodolph Road, and receive financial and traffic safety updates.

• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2101 (6895 Woodward Drive)
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2139 (1035 Stelly's Cross Road)
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 (6822 Veyaness Road)
• Award of cellular services contract to Telus Communications Inc. for three years with two-year extension option
• Notice on title for 1820 Stellys Cross Road under Section 57 of the Community Charter

Council approved three land use bylaw amendments for properties on Woodward Drive, Stelly's Cross Road, and Veyaness Road. A three-year cellular services contract was awarded to Telus Communications Inc. Council also voted to express concern regarding agricultural water rate changes to the Regional Water Supply Commission.

• Awarded cellular services contract to Telus Communications Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2101 for 6895 Woodward Drive (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2139 for 1035 Stelly's Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2117 for 6822 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2142, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved filing a Notice against the Title of 1820 Stelly's Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Referred 6536 Rodolph Road development permit to Advisory Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Voted to request solar-ready photovoltaic and hot water for 6536 Rodolph Road (6-1)

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider approving a development permit with variances for a 2-lot panhandle subdivision at 1206 Marchant Road, and will give readings to a rezoning bylaw for a monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, public questions, and a closed session regarding land matters.

• Development Permit 3060-20-16/22 for 1206 Marchant Road (2-lot panhandle subdivision) recommended for approval
• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 (6822 Veyaness Road) for rezoning and development permit (monopole) – first, second, and third readings
• Adoption of minutes from July 10, 2023 Public Hearing and Regular Council meetings
• Closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(e) for land acquisition/disposition

Council approved a development permit for 1206 Marchant Road and advanced a rezoning bylaw for a monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road. The meeting also included a closed session regarding land acquisition or disposition.

• Approved Development Permit 3060-20-16/22 for 1206 Marchant Road (Unanimous)
• Gave first and second reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 for 6822 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 for 6822 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda for July 24, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from July 10, 2023 Public Hearing (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from July 10, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (Unanimous)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is meeting to discuss two items: a draft Public Art Policy referred for information, and a Development Permit with variances for 1206 Marchant Road, referred for comment. The commission will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Draft Public Art Policy (ADMN 22) and WSANEC Art Protocol for information
• Development Permit 3060-20-16/22 for 1206 Marchant Road with variances
• Waiver of 10% lot perimeter frontage requirement for panhandle lot at 1206 Marchant Road
• Opportunity to be Heard scheduled for July 24, 2023

The Advisory Planning Commission recommended the approval of a development permit and all associated variances for 1206 Marchant Road. The Commission also recommended that Council ensure local students can participate in the public art procurement process.

• Recommended approval of development permit and all variances for 1206 Marchant Road (Unanimous)
• Recommended that staff reach out to District schools for student participation in public art procurement (Unanimous)
• Approved July 19, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
• Adopted June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Central Saanich Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on three proposed land-use bylaw amendments. The items include two rezoning applications for two-lot subdivisions with secondary suites and a larger proposal to rezone a property for a 61-unit rental apartment building. No decisions will be made at this hearing; Council will deliberate at a future meeting.

• Rezoning of 6895 Woodward Drive from R-1 to R-1XS for a 2-lot subdivision with secondary suites
• Rezoning of 1035 Stelly's Cross Road from R-2 to R-1XS for a 2-lot subdivision, moving an existing house
• Rezoning of 7701 East Saanich Road from RM-1 to RM-5 to permit a 4-storey, 61-unit rental building
• Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 for the 7701 East Saanich Road rental project

The District of Central Saanich held a public hearing to review three land use bylaw amendments. Residents provided testimony regarding a proposed rental building on East Saanich Road. The minutes do not record any final decisions or votes on the applications.

Regular Council Meeting

Council will vote on a $10.4 million active transportation plan funded partly by the Growing Communities Fund, and consider third reading for three land-use bylaws at 6895 Woodward Drive, 1035 Stelly's Cross Road, and 7701 East Saanich Road. They will also decide whether to consent to a CRD water-supply bylaw amendment and review withdrawal from the Victoria Family Court and Youth Justice Committee.

• Option 1 for active transportation: $10.4M total ($5.0M debt, $5.4M Growing Communities Fund)
• Third reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2101 (6895 Woodward Drive)
• Third reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 2139 (1035 Stelly's Cross Road)
• Third reading of Land Use Bylaw No. 2127 and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 (7701 East Saanich Road) with conditions including 10 adaptable units and 61 Modo car-share memberships
• Council consent decision on CRD Bylaw No. 4541 (Water Supply Local Service Area amendment)

Council approved a $10.4M active transportation project funded by the Growing Communities Fund and debt. The meeting also included several land use bylaw amendments and the establishment of a new reserve fund bylaw.

• Approved $10.4M active transportation implementation (Option 1) (Unanimous)
• Passed Reserve Fund Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2142, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2101 for 6895 Woodward Drive (Unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2139 for 1035 Stelly's Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Deferred application for 7701 East Saanich Road to September 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Rescinded first and second readings of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 for 6822 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Waived Public Hearing requirement for Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 (Unanimous)
• Consented to CRD adopting Water Supply Local Service Area Amendment Bylaw No. 5, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of Variance

The Central Saanich Board of Variance will consider two variance applications: a rear yard setback reduction at 8034 Arthur Drive and three variances at 772 Harding Lane to convert a carport into a garage. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.

• 8034 Arthur Drive: variance for rear yard setback from 7.5 meters to 6.44 meters for an addition
• 772 Harding Lane: three variances to increase floor area and reduce front yard setback to extend carport into garage
• Adoption of minutes from June 1 and June 22, 2023 meetings

Regular Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on a Temporary Use Permit for a cat sanctuary with an accessory coffee shop and retail area at 7081 Central Saanich Road. The item is referred to the Agricultural Land Commission before approval. Council will also consider a rezoning for a monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road and a development permit with variance at 1206 Marchant Road. The meeting includes adoption of the 2022 Annual Report and Financial Information.

• Temporary Use Permit for cat sanctuary with coffee shop and retail at 7081 Central Saanich Road
• Rezoning and development permit for a monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road
• Development permit with variance for 1206 Marchant Road
• Soil removal application for excavation at 1932 Mt Newton Cross Road
• Adoption of 2022 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information

Council approved a temporary use permit for a cat sanctuary at 7081 Central Saanich Road and adopted several land-use bylaws. The 2022 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information were approved. Council also committed $1,500 in sponsorship for a Truth and Reconciliation event.

• Approved 3-year Temporary Use Permit for cat sanctuary at 7081 Central Saanich Road (5-2)
• Approved $1,500 Copper level sponsorship for 2023 Truth and Reconciliation Event (6-1)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report and 2022 Statement of Financial Information (Unanimous)
• Approved soil removal for parkade excavation at 1932 Mt Newton Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2128 for 8194 Derrinberg Road (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2117 for 6822 Veyaness Road (6-1)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 7 (Unanimous)
• Requested meeting with Minister of Transportation to expand fare-free transit to ages 13 and under (6-1)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for one proposed bylaw: Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2128, which would rezone 8194 Derrinberg Road to allow redeveloping an existing four-plex into a four-unit townhouse development. Council will hear public comments but will make its decision at a future Regular Council Meeting.

• Rezoning application for 8194 Derrinberg Road
• Proposed four-unit townhouse development replacing existing four-plex
• Bylaw No. 2128 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment)
• Draft Development Permit for 8194 Derrinberg Road

The council held a public hearing regarding an application to redevelop a four-plex building at 8194 Derrinberg Road into a four-unit townhouse development. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on the amendment.

• Held public hearing for Land Use Bylaw, Amendment Bylaw No. 2128 (8194 Derrinberg Road)

Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review draft framework actions for the Age-Friendly Plan, including strengths, gaps, leads, partners, and timelines. They will also discuss the second round of engagement, which includes a survey and an open house. The meeting is largely procedural, with adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Review of draft framework actions for the Age-Friendly Plan
• Discussion of Engagement Round 2, including a survey and open house
• Adoption of the June 23, 2023 agenda
• Adoption of the May 26, 2023 minutes

Board of Variance

The Central Saanich Board of Variance is meeting to consider one variance request. The applicant seeks a 4-metre relaxation of the rear yard setback from 7.5 metres to 3.5 metres at 2534 Newman Road. The agenda includes only this item and standard procedural matters.

• Variance request for 2534 Newman Road: rear yard setback relaxation from 7.5m to 3.5m (4m reduction)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss and provide comments on four development proposals referred by the District of Central Saanich Council. Items include rezoning and development permits for properties at 6895 Woodward Drive, 1035 Stelly’s Cross Road, 7701 East Saanich Road, and a temporary use permit for a cat sanctuary at 7081 Central Saanich Road.

• 6895 Woodward Drive – rezoning and development permit with variances, including a question on waiving basement FAR requirements for a secondary suite
• 1035 Stelly’s Cross Road – rezoning and development permit with variances
• 7701 East Saanich Road – rezoning and development permit, housing agreement bylaw, and referral for comments on rooftop decks and tenant relocation
• 7081 Central Saanich Road – temporary use permit for a cat sanctuary, referred for comment

The Advisory Planning Commission reviewed and supported development applications for properties on Woodward Drive, Stelly’s Cross Road, East Saanich Road, and Central Saanich Road. The commission also recommended a minimum requirement for electric vehicle chargers in developments.

• Supported increasing FAR requirements for 6895 Woodward Drive to allow a secondary suite (Carried; Jim Rondeau opposed)
• Supported application for 1035 Stelly's Cross Road as proposed (Carried Unanimously)
• Recommended developments be required to have minimum 20% of parking spots with electric chargers (Carried Unanimously)
• Supported rooftop decks for 7701 East Saanich Road (Carried Unanimously)
• Supported securing tenancy with first right of refusal for existing tenants at 7701 East Saanich Road (Carried Unanimously)
• Supported application for 7081 Central Saanich Road as presented (Carried Unanimously)

Special (Open) Council

This is a special open council meeting with the primary purpose of voting to go into a closed session. The closed session will discuss labour relations and solicitor-client privileged advice. No other public business is scheduled.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(i)

The meeting was primarily procedural. Council approved the agenda and voted to move into a closed session to discuss labour relations and solicitor-client privileged advice.

• Approved the June 19, 2023 Special Council meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to convene a closed meeting regarding labour relations and solicitor-client privilege (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider a development permit for a private dock at 8005 Turgoose Terrace, with a recommendation to defer pending further consultation with Tsawout First Nation. Council will also discuss multiple recommendations from the Committee of the Whole on secondary suite regulations, including removing the 90m² building requirement and eliminating building permit fees for suites in existing dwellings. Several rezoning and development permit applications are up for second reading and referral to public hearings.

• 8005 Turgoose Terrace – Development Permit with Variances for a private dock; recommended deferral pending Tsawout First Nation consultation
• Committee of the Whole motions on secondary suites: remove 90m² requirement, eliminate building permit fee for suites in existing dwellings, and research grant funding
• 6895 Woodward Drive – Rezoning and Development Permit for infill; second reading and public hearing recommended with $7,500 in amenity contributions
• 7701 East Saanich Road – Rezoning and Development Permit; second reading and public hearing recommended
• CRD loan authorization consent for Bylaws No. 4546 (Centennial Park Multi-Sport Box) and No. 4547 (Panorama Heat Recovery System)

Council adopted a comprehensive set of directives to incentivize and simplify the creation of secondary suites, including removing certain building requirements and eliminating permit fees. Additionally, the council approved loan authorizations for regional recreation projects and deferred a dock development permit.

• Approved removal of 90m2 building requirement for secondary suites (Unanimous)
• Approved elimination of building permit fees for secondary suites within existing dwellings (Unanimous)
• Deferred Development Permit 3060-20-17/22 for 8005 Turgoose Terrace pending Tsawout First Nation consultation (Unanimous)
• Approved Notice on Title for 6588 Bryn Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Notice on Title for 1991 Keating Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Consented to CRD Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4546 for Centennial Park Multi-Sport Box (Unanimous)
• Consented to CRD Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4547 for Panorama Heat Recovery System (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on energy step code options (Unanimous)

Healthy Communities Standing Committee

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee will discuss and potentially recommend adopting BC Housing's affordable housing definitions, launching a Meet Your Street program, and updating the Community Service Agreement process. They will also review their terms of reference and elect a chair.

• Recommendation to adopt BC Housing's affordable housing definitions (Household Income Limits, Low and Moderate Income Limits, Middle Income Limits)
• Recommendation to launch the Meet Your Street program for 2024 with evaluation in 2027
• Proposal to endorse a new Community Service Agreement application process and policy
• Discussion of UBCM letter requesting list of municipally owned land for housing under Homes for People Strategy
• Review of the committee's own Terms of Reference and Governance

The Healthy Communities Standing Committee recommended that Council adopt BC Housing's annual affordable housing definitions and update related policies. The committee also recommended launching the Meet Your Street program and a new Community Service Agreement application process.

• Elected Councillor Paltiel as Chair (Unanimous)
• Recommended launching 2023 Meet Your Street program with $2,000 max annual budget (Unanimous)
• Recommended endorsing proposed Community Service Agreement application process and policy (Unanimous)
• Recommended launching a Let’s Talk page for Community Service Agreement comments (Unanimous)
• Recommended adopting BC Housing affordable housing definitions (Unanimous)
• Recommended updating Community Amenity Policy and Affordable Housing Fund guidelines (Unanimous)
• Recommended sending letter to UBCM regarding 2024 municipal lands analysis for affordable housing (Unanimous)
• Recommended staff continue evaluating Province’s 'Homes For People' action plan (Unanimous)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will consider a single new-business item: a variance application for 2534 Newman Road seeking a 4-metre relaxation of the rear-yard setback from 7.5 metres to 3.5 metres. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance request for 2534 Newman Road: reduce rear-yard setback from 7.5m to 3.5m (4m relaxation)
• Three letters received from neighbours at 8123 and 8129 Lochside Drive and 2559 Newman Road

Special (Open) Council

Council will hear a presentation on secondary suites and consider two staff reports: one on allowing accessory dwellings on agricultural land, and another on promoting and incentivizing secondary suites in existing homes. The meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session to discuss these items.

• Staff directed to draft bylaws to amend Land Use Bylaw and Official Community Plan for accessory dwellings on agricultural land
• Staff directed to research eliminating building permit fees for secondary suites within existing dwellings
• Staff directed to research amending Land Use Bylaw to encourage secondary suites in existing houses and attached multifamily buildings
• Draft bylaws to be referred to Island Health, Agricultural Land Commission, and Ministry of Agriculture for comment
• Presentation by Vince Blankenborg, Central Saanich Community Association, on secondary suites

Council approved several measures to increase secondary suite availability, including recommending the removal of the 90m2 building requirement. They also directed staff to eliminate building permit fees for suites in existing dwellings and research land use bylaw amendments. Additionally, Council directed staff to draft bylaws regarding agriculture land uses and accessory dwellings.

• Recommended removing 90m2 building requirement for secondary suites, adding a parking stall for suites above 90m2 (5-1)
• Approved eliminating building permit fees for secondary suites within existing dwelling units
• Directed staff to research Land Use Bylaw amendments to support suites in existing houses
• Directed staff to review Land Use Bylaw options for secondary suites in attached multifamily buildings
• Approved reporting on bylaw enforcement only for health, safety, or significant infractions
• Recommended writing to the Minister of Housing regarding RTB changes and tax incentives for secondary dwellings
• Directed staff to draft amending bylaws for Agriculture Land Uses and Accessory Dwellings
• Approved adjusting the engagement timeline for the Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission and Advisory Planning Commission

Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the Central Saanich Signage Strategy and a presentation of key findings from the current state and engagement to date. Members will then discuss priorities based on those findings. The next meeting, originally scheduled for June 6, 2023, will be rescheduled due to an extended engagement timeline.

• Referral of the Central Saanich Signage Strategy for comment
• Presentation by ISL of highlights from current state and engagement
• Roundtable discussion to identify priorities based on key findings
• Rescheduling of the June 6, 2023 meeting

Regular Council Meeting

Council will vote on introducing a Zero Carbon Step Code for new buildings, approve early funding for a $1.3M fire pumper truck, and consider renewing a temporary use permit for a seasonal campground at 7100 Homathko Road. Public hearings are scheduled for a duplex with variances at 7221 Peden Lane and a rezoning at 8194 Derrinberg Road.

• Building Bylaw Amendment No. 2135 (Zero Carbon Step Code) for first, second, and third reading
• Early approval of $1,300,000 for a replacement Fire Pumper Truck in 2025
• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for Island View Beach Regional Park Campground at 7100 Homathko Road for three years
• Development Permit with variances for a duplex at 7221 Peden Lane
• Rezoning and Development Permit for 8194 Derrinberg Road, including a public hearing

Council adopted the 2023-2027 Strategic Priorities and Goals and approved early capital funding for a replacement fire pumper truck. The board also advanced a building bylaw amendment regarding the zero-carbon step code and approved a temporary use permit renewal for the Island View Beach Regional Park Campground.

• Approved $1,300,000 early capital budget for a replacement Fire Pumper Truck (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Strategic Priorities and Goals (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year renewal of Temporary Use Permit for Island View Beach Regional Park Campground (Unanimous)
• Declined Development Permit with Variances for 7221 Peden Lane (Unanimous)
• Passed first, second, and third reading of Building Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2135 (Zero Carbon Step Code) as amended (Unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2128 for 8194 Derrinberg Road second reading (6-1)
• Referred cat sanctuary proposal at 7081 Central Saanich Road to APC and PAAC for comment (5-2)
• Approved motion to UBCM requesting removal of elector approval for MFA borrowing (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will review the 2022 audited financial statements and consider several new bylaws. The agenda includes discussions on watermain replacement costs, traffic safety updates, and a rezoning proposal for 7701 East Saanich Road.

• Increase of $241,475 to Michell’s Excavating for the Tomlinson Watermain Replacement Project
• Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2140, 2023
• Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2141, 2023
• First reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2127 (7701 East Saanich Road)
• First reading of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2138 (7701 East Saanich Road)

Council approved a phased safety plan for Early Place, starting with no parking on inside curves and installing speed humps, after hearing resident concerns. The 2022 audited financial statements were accepted, and the Tomlinson watermain contract was increased by $241,475. A rezoning application for 7701 East Saanich Road was introduced and referred to several committees for comment.

• Approved phased safety plan for Early Place: no parking on inside curves and speed humps (5-1)
• Accepted 2022 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Increased Tomlinson watermain contract by $241,475 to $1,077,150.69 (unanimous)
• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2140, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2141, 2023 (unanimous)
• Introduced rezoning and housing agreement bylaws for 7701 East Saanich Road (unanimous)
• Referred 7701 East Saanich Road proposal to Advisory Planning Commission, Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission, and Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Directed staff to explore healthcare worker housing and family units at 7701 East Saanich Road

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will consider a single variance application to increase the maximum permitted floor area for a secondary suite by 30.4 m² at 7816 Scohon Drive. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request for 7816 Scohon Drive to allow second-level secondary suite exceeding floor area limit by 30.4 m²

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

The Parks and Environment Standing Committee will elect a chair, review its terms of reference, and consider endorsing a Parks and Trails Master Plan project charter. It will also discuss a draft bylaw that would require new construction to meet higher Energy Step Code or Zero Carbon Step Code standards, and provide comment to Council on amending the Climate Leadership Plan.

• Election of Chair
• Terms of Reference Review and Governance Overview
• Parks and Trails Master Plan - Project Charter endorsement
• Draft Bylaw No. 2135 requiring new construction to comply with increased Energy Step Code or Zero Carbon Step Code levels
• Proposed amendment to Climate Leadership Plan to include Zero Carbon Step Code regulations

The committee unanimously endorsed the Parks and Trails Master Plan Project Charter and recommended that Council direct staff to report back on energy step code options. A motion to align with Victoria and Saanich on zero carbon step code was amended but the amendment was defeated; the original motion then carried with one opposed.

• Endorsed Parks and Trails Master Plan Project Charter (unanimous)
• Recommended Council direct staff to report back on energy step code options (unanimous)
• Motion to align with Victoria and Saanich on zero carbon step code carried after amendment defeated (2-1)

Special (Open) Council

This is a special open council meeting that will recess into a Committee of the Whole for a strategic planning workshop. The workshop, facilitated by the Chief Administrative Officer, will review past strategic plans, master plans, the Official Community Plan, the Long-Term Financial Plan, and a community satisfaction survey. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning only.

• Strategic planning workshop with CAO facilitation
• Review of Council Workbook Results and Referrals to Strategic Planning
• Discussion of Master Plans, Official Community Plan, Long-Term Financial Plan, and Community Satisfaction Survey

The meeting was primarily a Committee of the Whole session for a strategic planning workshop. Council received a presentation on proposed priorities and workbook results, then broke into groups to discuss them. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the workshop.

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council is meeting to consider several staff recommendations, including awarding an $877,100 road restoration contract, introducing the 2023 Five Year Financial Plan and Tax Rates bylaws, and adopting the Official Community Plan. They will also hear a presentation from the Agricultural Land Commission and consider renewing temporary use permits for farm camping and a campground. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and negotiation matters.

• Award Asphalt Paving Works #23-006 to Island Asphalt Company for $877,100
• Introduce Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2140, 2023 for first, second, and third reading
• Introduce Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2141, 2023 for first, second, and third reading
• Adopt Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2023
• Renew Temporary Use Permit for farm camping at 1117 Greig Avenue

Council adopted the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100 with amendments regarding multi-family development and density. The board also approved a road restoration contract and advanced the Five Year Financial Plan and Tax Rates bylaws through three readings.

• Adopted Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $877,100 road restoration contract to Island Asphalt Company (Unanimous)
• Approved Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2140, 2023 through third reading (Unanimous)
• Approved Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2141, 2023 through third reading (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Temporary Use Permit renewal for farm camping at 1117 Greig Avenue (Unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit for new cottage at 931 Clarke Road (Unanimous)
• Endorsed Central Saanich Signage Strategy (5-1)
• Approved covenant for 755 Harding Lane restricting basement exterior wall alterations (5-1)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and development permit for 8194 Derrinberg Road, referred by council for comment on specific issues. The agenda also includes orientation for advisory body members, election of a chair, and a request to join the Parks and Environment Standing Committee.

• 8194 Derrinberg Road rezoning and development permit (Bylaw No. 2128) referred for comment
• Discussion on amenities contribution, parking, permeable driveways, rental unit loss, density, and landscaping buffers
• Annual election of Commission Chair per Terms of Reference Section 12
• Invitation to join Parks and Environment Standing Committee
• Advisory body orientation and review of Bylaw No. 2048 and guidelines

The Advisory Planning Commission reviewed a rezoning and development permit application for 8194 Derrinberg Road. The Commission approved the proposed amenity contribution, parking plans, and driveway materials while opposing any increase in density.

• Elected Susan Zedel as commission chair (Unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Zedel to the Parks and Environment Standing Committee (Unanimous)
• Accepted proposed amenity contribution for 8194 Derrinberg Road (Unanimous)
• Accepted off-street parking as sufficient for 8194 Derrinberg Road (Unanimous)
• Supported use of crushed aggregate for driveway permeability at 8194 Derrinberg Road (Unanimous)
• Supported 8194 Derrinberg Road proposal as presented and opposed increased density (Unanimous)
• Determined no need for hedging or setbacks between 8194 Derrinberg Road and adjacent agricultural land (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2023, which sets overarching policy direction for land use and community development in the District of Central Saanich. Council will hear public submissions on the bylaw but will make its decision at a future Council meeting. The agenda includes only this one bylaw for public input.

• Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2023 public hearing
• Public submissions accepted until 12:00 noon on meeting day
• Hybrid in-person and virtual meeting format
• All proceedings live streamed and recorded

The District held a public hearing to receive submissions regarding the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2023. Residents provided testimony on topics including housing density, environmental policies, and land use. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Special (Open) Council

Council will consider a staff recommendation to adopt the 2023 Financial Plan with a revised 5.99% tax increase ($135 for an average home). The meeting is a special open session with a single substantive item.

• Staff report recommending 5.99% or $135 increase to average home tax for 2023 Financial Plan
• Council to direct staff to bring forward the 2023 Financial Plan and Tax Rate Bylaws as presented March 14, 2023

Council approved a 5.29% budget increase, utilizing $135,500 from Covid Restart Food Hub reserves to offset the budget differential. A proposal to decrease the new infrastructure budget portion from 0.75% to 0.25% was defeated. Council also decided to write to provincial ministries and BC Assessment regarding farm assessment impacts on budgets.

• Proposal to decrease new infrastructure budget from 0.75% to 0.25% defeated (3-3)
• Approved 5.29% budget increase with $135,500 allocated from Covid Restart Food Hub reserves (Carried Unanimously)
• Approved writing to Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Municipal Affairs, and BC Assessment regarding farm assessment impacts (Carried Unanimously)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will decide on an application to amend a building-envelope covenant at 488 Dunmora Court to allow a swimming pool and carriage house. They will also consider endorsing a Peninsula Recreation Commission motion on future recreation infrastructure and directing staff to list municipally owned land for housing. A notice of motion on advancing energy-efficiency Step Code targets is carried over for further committee review.

• 488 Dunmora Crt – application to amend covenant for swimming pool and carriage house
• Endorsement of Peninsula Recreation Commission motion on future recreation facility development
• Staff to report on options for listing municipally owned land for housing (UBCM request)
• Adoption of Heat Pump Financing Parcel Tax Bylaw, 2023, No. 2133
• Appointment of Councillor Graham and Councillor King to Regional Water Supply Commission

Council adopted a parcel tax bylaw for heat pump financing and directed staff to work with developers to increase building efficiency. Other actions included approving a covenant amendment for 488 Dunmora Court and appointing members to the Regional Water Supply Commission.

• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Parcel Tax Bylaw, 2023, No. 2133 (Unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2118 for 755 Harding Lane (5-2)
• Approved covenant amendment for 488 Dunmora Court building envelope (5-1)
• Referred UBCM housing land request to Healthy Communities Standing Committee (Unanimous)
• Endorsed Peninsula Recreation Commission motion on future facility development (Unanimous)
• Referred motion for higher building efficiency to Parks and Environment Standing Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councillor Graham as member and Councillor King as alternate to Regional Water Supply Commission (Unanimous)
• Denied covenant registration for 755 Harding Lane regarding basement exterior walls (3-3)

Board of Variance

The Central Saanich Board of Variance will consider two variance applications: one for a front yard setback relaxation at 1120 Verdier Avenue to allow a front staircase, and another to vary the rear yard setback from 7.5 meters to 6.44 meters for an addition at 8034 Arthur Drive. The meeting will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• 1120 Verdier Avenue: request to relax front yard setback for a front staircase
• 8034 Arthur Drive: proposal to vary rear yard setback from 7.5m to 6.44m for an addition
• Adoption of minutes from January 6, 2023 Board of Variance meeting

The Board of Variance approved two requests for setback relaxations to allow for a front staircase and a garage addition. Both decisions were based on specific property needs and neighbor support.

• Approved front yard setback relaxation from 7.5 metres to 4.2 metres for 1120 Verdier Avenue (2-1)
• Approved rear yard setback relaxation from 7.5 meters to 6.44 meters for 8034 Arthur Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Adopted January 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will meet to elect a chair, approve the agenda, and hear any written complaints or appeals about the 2023 parcel tax roll. The main item is a recommendation to confirm and authenticate the 2023 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll, which supports the heat pump financing program. The roll has been compiled and public notice given; only written complaints filed at least 48 hours in advance will be heard.

• Nomination and election of Panel chair
• Hearing of written complaints or appeals filed at least 48 hours before the meeting
• Certification of the 2023 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll pursuant to Community Charter Section 206(2)
• Parcel Tax Roll Bylaw No. 2133 attached for reference

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel confirmed and authenticated the 2023 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll for the Heat Pump Financing Program. The Manager of Finance reported that no complaints or appeals were received from the public.

• Appointed Mayor Windsor as Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved the March 29, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Confirmed and authenticated the 2023 Parcel Tax Assessment Roll (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

Council holds a public hearing to receive input on two proposed land-use bylaw amendments: one at 543 Senanus Drive to increase maximum lot coverage for a port cochere, garage, and roof overhang; another at 755 Harding Lane to increase crawl-space height for seismic and mechanical access. No decisions are made at this hearing; Council will deliberate at a future regular meeting.

• Bylaw No. 2099: site-specific amendment at 543 Senanus Drive to increase lot coverage for a port cochere, accessory garage, and roof overhang
• Bylaw No. 2118: site-specific amendment at 755 Harding Lane to increase crawl-space height for seismic and engineering requirements
• Public hearing open for written and oral submissions until 12:00 noon on meeting day

The council held a public hearing to consider site-specific amendments for 543 Senanus Drive and 755 Harding Lane. The minutes do not record any final decisions, votes, or approvals for these applications.

Regular Council Meeting

Council will decide on awarding a construction contract for the Tomlinson Watermain Replacement Project and a design contract for watermain services. They will also discuss an EV and e-bike strategy update, including a bike rack pilot program and e-bike purchase incentives. Several rezoning and development permit applications are up for first reading or adoption.

• Award of $835,675.69 construction contract to Michell Excavating Ltd for Tomlinson Watermain Replacement Project
• Award of $213,870 watermain design contract to Stantec Consulting Ltd
• Direct staff to implement a bicycle rack installation pilot program and explore e-bike purchase incentives
• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for three farm camping sites at 1117 Greig Avenue
• First reading of rezoning bylaws for 8194 Derrinberg Road and 6895 Woodward Drive

Council awarded two watermain project contracts totaling over $1 million and approved a bicycle rack pilot program. Several land use bylaw amendments were processed, including the adoption of rezoning for 543 Senanus Drive and 7420 Veyaness Road.

• Awarded Tomlinson Watermain Replacement contract to Michell Excavating Ltd for $835,675.69 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Watermain Design and Construction contract to Stantec Consulting Ltd for $213,870 (Unanimous)
• Approved bicycle rack installation pilot program (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year renewal of Temporary Use Permit for farm camping at 1117 Greig Avenue (5-1)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 6 (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to rezoning for 8194 Derrinberg Road and referred to Advisory Planning Commission (6-1)
• Gave first reading to rezoning for 6895 Woodward Drive and referred to Advisory Planning Commission (5-2)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendments for 543 Senanus Drive (4-2) and 7420 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)

Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee

The Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to discuss the draft public engagement plan, including stakeholder lists, proposed questions, and promotion opportunities. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the review of the engagement plan.

• Review of Age-Friendly Engagement Plan draft dated March 14, 2023
• Discussion of stakeholder list and additional stakeholders
• Discussion of proposed engagement questions on strengths, challenges, and future priorities
• Discussion of promotion and advertising opportunities

The committee reviewed a Public Engagement Plan presented by ISL. The plan includes a virtual coffee chat, a community survey, and a conversation guide for residents. Key findings from these activities will be presented at the May 5 meeting.

• Approved the March 24, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted the March 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

Council will hear a presentation from Deloitte Canada on initial waste collection consultation results and consider a recommendation to use the findings to inform a future report. The meeting also includes procedural items such as agenda approval and convening a Committee of the Whole.

• Presentation by Deloitte Canada on waste management survey results
• Discussion of initial consultation results for waste collection
• Recommendation to use results for future report and further consultation in late 2023

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing several development applications and proposed changes to the Building Bylaw. Discussions include energy step code compliance, dock variances, a monopole application, and landscape plan updates.

• Proposed amendment to Building Bylaw No. 2014 regarding carbon pollution and energy step code compliance
• Development permit variances for a dock at 8005 Turgoose Terrace
• Rezoning and development permit applications for a monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road
• Development permit with variances application for 7221 Peden Lane

The Advisory Planning Commission recommended approval for a communications monopole and a dock variance. The Commission supported Option 2 for carbon pollution and step code regulations. A variance application for 7221 Peden Lane was not supported.

• Supported Option 2 for carbon pollution regulation and step code with annual staff review (Unanimous)
• Recommended staff approve dock variance for 8005 Turgoose Terrace (Unanimous)
• Supported zoning amendment and development application for Rogers communications monopole at 6822 Veyaness Road (Unanimous)
• Decided not to support variance for 7221 Peden Lane (Carried; Opposed: Richard Primrose)
• Requested staff review zoning of 7221 Peden Lane for best use (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This special council meeting focuses on the 2023 draft financial plan, including capital projects and a proposal to fund new infrastructure with debt. Council will consider adopting the 2023-2027 financial plan and may approve a $5,000,000 debt plan for new infrastructure, including active transportation. The meeting is held in a hybrid format and includes a Committee of the Whole session.

• 2023 Draft Financial Plan - Capital (roads, drainage, buildings, parks, trails, vehicles, equipment, water, sewer)
• Proposal to increase new infrastructure funding from 0.25% to 0.75%
• Proposal to include $5,000,000 debt plan in 2024-2028 capital plan for new infrastructure and active transportation
• Adoption of 2023-2027 Financial Plan
• Fleet electrification schedule and revised fleet plan

Council unanimously adopted the 2023 Budget as presented in the 2023-2027 Financial Plan. The board also approved a $5 million debt plan for new infrastructure and active transportation. Additionally, staff were directed to budget for a new splash pad.

• Adopted the Central Saanich 2023 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000,000 Debt Plan in the 2024 five-year capital plan for new infrastructure and active transportation (Unanimous)
• Increased 2023 new infrastructure funding by an additional 0.5%, from 0.25% to 0.75% (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop a scope and budget for a splash pad in 2023 for the 2024 budget (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to present a 2024-2028 draft capital plan for $5,000,000 in debt-funded infrastructure projects (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including giving second reading to the new Official Community Plan (Bylaw 2100) and scheduling a public hearing for April 19, 2023. Council will also consider first, second, and third readings of a new Mayor and Councillor Remuneration Bylaw (No. 2136) and a heat pump financing program bylaw amendment (No. 2137). The agenda includes a presentation on the 2023 Community Satisfaction Survey by Deloitte Canada, an introduction to the 2023-2027 strategic planning process, and adoption of the 2023 Fees and Charges Bylaw (No. 2134) and a land use amendment for 6676 Woodward Drive (Bylaw 2091).

• Second reading of Bylaw 2100, Official Community Plan, and scheduling a public hearing for April 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
• First, second, and third readings of Mayor and Councillor Remuneration Bylaw No. 2136, 2023
• First, second, and third readings of Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 6 (Bylaw 2137)
• Adoption of 2023 Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2134
• Adoption of Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2091 (6676 Woodward Drive)

Council gave second reading to the Official Community Plan and scheduled a public hearing for April 19. The 2023 Fees and Charges Bylaw and a land use amendment for 6676 Woodward Drive were adopted. Multiple proposals regarding Mayor and Councillor Remuneration were defeated.

• Gave second reading to Bylaw No. 2100 Official Community Plan (Unanimous)
• Scheduled Official Community Plan Public Hearing for April 19 at 6:00 p.m. (Unanimous)
• Approved making raw 2023 Community Satisfaction survey data public (Unanimous)
• Adopted Central Saanich Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2134, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 6, 2137 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2091 for 6676 Woodward Drive (6-1)
• Defeated proposal to defer Mayor and Councillor Remuneration Bylaw No. 2136 (2-5)
• Defeated proposal to give first reading to Remuneration Bylaw No. 2136 with CPI limits (2-5)

Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee

This is the first meeting of Central Saanich's Age-Friendly Plan Steering Committee. The agenda is largely procedural: adopting the agenda, electing a committee chair, and reviewing the committee's mandate, scope, and meeting process. Members will also receive an introduction to age-friendly planning and discuss next steps.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Overview of Committee Mandate and Scope
• Introduction to Age-Friendly Planning
• Overview of expectations for upcoming Select Committee meetings

The committee established its leadership and discussed the mandate for an actionable 10-year plan. Members identified the need for further recruitment of youth and Seniors Centre representatives.

• Approved the March 10, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
• Elected Councillor King as Committee Chair
• Elected Councillor Thompson as Vice-Chair

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider a staff recommendation to deny a development permit with variances for a mixed-use project at 7221 Peden Lane, and will also discuss several other items including a motion to prioritize secondary suites, a splash park proposal, and various bylaws. The meeting includes a delegation from local waste haulers and a closed session for legal advice.

• Development permit with variances for 7221 Peden Lane (mixed use) recommended for denial
• Motion to make legal secondary suites a top strategic priority and direct staff to propose permissive bylaw changes
• Motion to investigate costs of an accessible splash park at Centennial Park
• Adoption of Bylaw 2132 (heating system retrofit financing) and introduction of 2023 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2134
• Delegation from Capital City Recycling, Pan Peninsula Disposal, and DL's Bins on waste collection

Council approved a $250k loan to the Peninsula Football Club for the Blue Heron Turf Field project, contingent on specific reporting and accessibility conditions. Other key actions included adopting a new Fees & Charges Bylaw and directing staff to investigate the cost of a splash park at Centennial Park.

• Approved $250k loan to Peninsula Football Club for Blue Heron Turf Field project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Central Saanich Fees and Charges Bylaw 2134 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2133, Parcel Tax Roll, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on costs and funding for a Centennial Park splash park (6-1)
• Approved development of a corporate energy and emissions strategy (Unanimous)
• Adopted Age-Friendly Community Select Committee Terms of Reference (Unanimous)
• Approved Parcel Tax Review Panel to be convened (Unanimous)
• Deferred consideration of secondary suite strategic priority motion (5-2)

Special (Open) Council

This special council meeting includes a request from the Peninsula Recreation Commission for a one-time grant or loan of up to $250,000 to the Peninsula Soccer Association for the Blue Heron Turf Field Project. Council will also receive budget presentations from the Greater Victoria Public Library and for operational departments, and discuss a council remuneration motion. The meeting will recess into a Committee of the Whole for these presentations and discussions.

• Request for up to $250,000 for Blue Heron Turf Field Project
• Greater Victoria Public Library annual budget presentation
• Operational budget presentations for Fire, Police, Engineering, Infrastructure, Municipal Yard, Parks, Facilities
• Council remuneration motion with comparatives and Bylaw No. 1939

Council approved a $250,000 zero interest loan for the Peninsula Football Club's turf field project, with staff to report back on repayment terms and potential forgiveness. Additionally, Council requested that the Greater Victoria Public Library reduce its budget requisition and questioned its Strategic Bridging Plan.

• Approved $250,000 zero interest loan to Peninsula Football Club (Unanimous)
• Requested Greater Victoria Public Library reduce overall budget requisition (Unanimous)
• Questioned Greater Victoria Public Library on Strategic Bridging Plan use of reserve capital (6-1)
• Approved update to Bylaw No. 1939 regarding Council Remuneration comparative municipalities (5-1)
• Defeated amendment to delay Council Remuneration bylaw changes until 2026 (3-4)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for a proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 2102) at 1251 Garden Gate Drive. The amendment would increase the allowed lot coverage to permit construction of an accessory building next to an existing swimming pool and patio. Council will hear public comments but will make its decision at a future Regular Council Meeting.

• Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2102 for 1251 Garden Gate Drive
• Site-specific amendment to increase lot coverage for an accessory building
• Public hearing held February 13, 2023, 6:30–7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers
• Written submissions accepted until noon on meeting day

The council held a public hearing regarding a Land Use Bylaw amendment for 1251 Garden Gate Drive to allow an accessory building near a swimming pool and patio. No members of the public spoke. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on the amendment.

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council will consider a range of items including renewing a cannabis retail permit, approving development variances, adopting bylaws for heat pump financing, and discussing motions on affordable housing incentives and secondary suites. The agenda also includes a closed meeting for legal and preliminary service negotiations.

• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for Seaside Cannabis at 1189 Verdier Avenue for three years
• Development Variance Permit for a double car garage at 7147 Brentwood Drive
• Development Permit with variances for a dock at 8005 Turgoose Terrace (length 30m to 42m, width 3.0m to 3.7m)
• Adoption of Heat Pump Financing Amendment Bylaw 2131 and introduction of Bylaw 2132
• Motions to waive community amenity fees for affordable housing and to make secondary suites a strategic priority

Council approved waiving Community Amenity and Affordable Housing Amenity Fees for affordable rental and home ownership applications for two years. Several zoning and development permits were processed, and a five-year fire response agreement was approved.

• Waived Community Amenity Fees for affordable housing applications for two years (4-3)
• Waived Affordable Housing Amenity Fees for affordable housing applications for two years (6-1)
• Approved 5-year Mutual Aid/Automatic Aid Fire Response and PEMO Shared Services Agreement (Unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2102 for 1251 Garden Gate Drive (6-1)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit renewal for 1189 Verdier Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit for 7147 Brentwood Drive (6-1)
• Adopted Heat Pump Financing Amendment Bylaw 2131, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to review excluding basements and areas below grade from floor area ratio regulations (Unanimous)

Special (Open) Council

This special council meeting will move into closed session for labour relations, then reconvene as a Committee of the Whole to review the draft 2023 Financial Plan and operating budget presentations from several departments. No decisions are listed; items are for information only.

• Closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(c) for labour/employee relations
• Draft 2023 Financial Plan presented by Director of Financial Services
• Operating budget presentations: Administration/HR, Financial Services, Corporate Services, Planning/Building, Water Utility, Sewer Utility

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council is meeting to consider several development applications, including a rezoning denial for 755 Harding Lane, a development variance permit for 1251/1271 Mt. Newton Cross Road, and a development permit with variances for 7335 Seabrook Road. Council will also vote on 2023 Grant in Aid requests, a grant application for climate adaptation, and a motion to waive amenity fees for affordable housing projects. The meeting includes a closed session for land and legal matters.

• Rezoning application 3360-20-2/22 for 755 Harding Lane recommended for denial
• Development Variance Permit for 1251 and 1271 Mt. Newton Cross Road (ALC subdivision)
• Development Permit with Variances for 7335 Seabrook Road (increase lot coverage to 34.68%)
• 2023 Grant in Aid requests to be approved as per Option 1
• Motion to waive Community Amenity and Affordable Housing Amenity Fees for two years

Council approved development permits for properties on Mt. Newton Cross Road and Seabrook Road, and granted first reading to a rezoning application for 755 Harding Lane. The body also approved 2023 Grant in Aid requests and a heat pump financing bylaw. Additionally, Council voted to pause remuneration adjustments pending a market report.

• Authorized Development Variance Permit for 1271 Mt. Newton Cross Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Development Permit with Variances for 7335 Seabrook Road (5-1)
• Approved 2023 Grant in Aid applications and $500 grants to four organizations (Unanimous)
• Supported grant application to UBCM Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptation Fund (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2118 for 755 Harding Lane (4-2)
• Adopted amended Terms of Reference for Parks & Environment and Healthy Communities committees (Unanimous)
• Passed Heat Pump Financing Amendment Bylaw 2131 through third reading (Unanimous)
• Resolved to pause council remuneration adjustments pending a market report (5-1)

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is meeting to review two development applications referred by Council: a rezoning application for 543 Senanus Drive regarding lot coverage, and a development variance permit application for 7147 Brentwood Drive to increase accessory building floor area. The commission will provide comments on these applications. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Rezoning application 3360-20-6/21 for 543 Senanus Drive (Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2099) referred for comment
• Development Variance Permit Application 3090-20-1/22 for 7147 Brentwood Drive to increase accessory building floor area from 40 m² to 55 m² referred for comment
• Adoption of minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting

The Advisory Planning Commission unanimously accepted a rezoning application for lot coverage at 543 Senanus Drive and a development variance permit for an accessory building at 7147 Brentwood Drive.

• Accepted rezoning application for lot coverage at 543 Senanus Drive (Unanimous)
• Accepted development variance permit application for accessory building at 7147 Brentwood Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Adopted December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Variance

The Central Saanich Board of Variance will meet to elect a chair for 2023 and consider a variance request for a property at 7238 Seabrook Road. The request seeks to increase the maximum permitted fence height from 1.9m to 2.75m. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Election of Chair for 2023
• Variance request at 7238 Seabrook Road to increase fence height from 1.9m to 2.75m
• Adoption of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Central Saanich Council is meeting to decide on several items, including introducing the new Official Community Plan (Bylaw 2100) for first reading, approving $40,000 for a food hub feasibility implementation, and approving 21 capital projects for 2023. They will also consider a contract increase for the Benvenuto Pathway, a scramble intersection at West Saanich and Wallace, and several development permits and bylaw amendments.

• First reading of Bylaw 2100, the new Official Community Plan
• $40,000 from Covid Restart Grant for food hub implementation; $550,000 earmarked for 2024
• Approval of 21 capital projects including road reconstruction, water main replacement, EV charging stations
• Increase construction contract with Copcan Civil LP to $364,854.10 for Benvenuto Pathway
• Renewal of cannabis retail temporary use permit at 1189 Verdier Avenue

Council authorized 20 capital projects and strategic initiatives for early budget approval and allocated funds for a food hub feasibility implementation. They also approved the first reading of the Official Community Plan and authorized pedestrian safety upgrades at West Saanich Road and Wallace Drive.

• Approved $40,000 for food hub implementation and earmarked $550,000 as potential 2024 seed funding
• Approved 20 capital projects and strategic initiatives, including the Parks Master Plan
• Approved increasing Benvenuto Pathway construction contract with Copcan Civil LP to $364,854.10
• Approved replacing the traffic control unit at West Saanich Road and Wallace Drive for pedestrian safety
• Gave first reading to Bylaw No. 2100, Official Community Plan
• Adopted Central Saanich Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2 2129, 2023
• Authorized Development Permit 3060-20-9/22 for 1902 Prosser Road
• Appointed Councillor Riddell to the Climate Action Intermunicipal Task Force (2023-2026)