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Hotel Development Working Group Report
First seen: May 5, 2026
Last seen: June 9, 2026
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June 9, 2026Council
Full RecordingPaul Nursey, Destination Greater Victoria, Re: Greater Victoria Hotel Development Working Group
A representative from the regional tourism board discussed the need for new hotels and how View Royal can attract them.
"Paul Nursey reported that the region has lost 2,500 hotel rooms in the last 20 years and needs significant new stock. He noted that hotel development is currently viable for the first time in decades but remains a 'risky asset class' compared to residential development. He recommended that View Royal pre-identify sites and signal readiness to developers through incentives. Council members asked about specific incentives, the impact of short-term rental regulations, and modernizing parking requirements for hotels."
May 5, 2026Council
Full RecordingReport received April 29, 2026 from K. Chiarot, Destination Greater Victoria, Re: Hotel Development Working Group Report 2026
Council received a report on strategies to encourage hotel development in the region.
"Councilor Rogers noted that a future staff report will outline ways the Town can improve its situation regarding hotel inventory based on this regional data."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT the Hotel Development Working Group Report 2026 be received."
Moved by: John Rogers
Seconded by: Ron Mattson
John Rogers
Ron Mattson