DRAFT OCP VISION STATEMENT and OCP GOALS

DRAFT OCP VISION STATEMENT

View Royal, located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən speaking peoples, is a flourishing community in 2050. Coastal and forested landscapes, commercial services, and recreational amenities are all within walking, rolling, cycling, or easy driving distance from each neighbourhood. Through thoughtful environmental stewardship and forward-thinking climate action, natural amenities are preserved for current and future generations. While retaining its charm, the Town provides diverse and affordable housing types and economic development opportunities, which enhance overall community wellbeing. As a gateway community in the Greater Victoria region, living in View Royal is accessible and attractive for all.

OCP GOALS

Mobility & Connectivity

Goal: Provide a variety of transportation options within a well-connected network to support mobilizing all ages and abilities.

While private vehicles are still the primary method of travel, the Town continues to strive towards the creation of an improved transportation network. Developing a well-connected regional network will ensure that residents are able to get where they need to go via different modes: walking, cycling, rolling, transit, and vehicular use. The Town will work closely with the Capital Regional District and nearby municipalities to address ongoing traffic challenges and streamline local and regional connections.

Diverse & Affordable Housing

Goal: Provide diverse, attainable, and affordable housing types for all residents.

Encouraging the development of a wide range of market and non-market housing options will ensure existing and future residents can continue to call the Town home. Emphasis will be placed on housing that supports aging-in-place, multi-generational households, and the creation of more rental and home ownership opportunities. Where possible, these options will be within close proximity to everyday services and amenities.

OCP GOALS

Growth Management & Community Character Preservation

Goal: Maintain the unique character of each neighbourhood as they grow.

As a desirable community to live in, View Royal must balance opportunities for growth and the need for infrastructure services while preserving the existing charm and character of the Town’s neighbourhoods and natural amenities. The Town recognizes these attributes are highly valued and will maintain them for existing and new residents to appreciate.

Preserving & Protecting Natural Amenities

Goal: Preserve, protect, and expand the Town’s natural assets and amenities.

Parks, trails, and green space are regularly identified as some of the greatest benefits of living in the Town. Ensuring the coastal and forested landscapes are preserved and protected for the enjoyment of current and future generations is a community priority. These efforts will include ensuring a balanced approach to growth and adopting strong climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.

OCP GOALS

Community Well-being

Goal: Enhance community well-being by providing safe, inclusive, and accessible spaces, while integrating arts and culture into everyday life.

Community well-being is achieved when every member feels safe, included, and has access to essential services and opportunities. It means embracing diversity and ensuring that all voices are heard and valued, creating a sense of belonging for everyone. Integrating arts and culture enriches our community by celebrating creativity and heritage, fostering a vibrant and dynamic environment that brings people together and enhances the quality of life for all.

Climate Action & Resilience

Goal: Undertake climate adaptation and mitigation efforts to support the community’s resiliency.

As a forested coastal town, View Royal is particularly vulnerable to wildfires, coastal storms, flooding, and sea level rise attributable to the changing climate. In response, the Town is taking initiative to become a low carbon community, reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, and adopt climate adaptation and mitigation strategies to continue maintaining a high quality of life for everyone.

OCP GOALS

Economic Development

Goal: Identify and incentivize opportunities for mixed-use and non-residential development to support local and regional economic priorities.

Encouraging non-residential growth through development incentivization and policy amendments will support View Royal’s economy and further develop employment lands, including the Western Gateway Corridor and Transit-Oriented Development areas. By attracting investment and business into the Town, this additional economic activity will support local demand for shops, restaurants, and services within walking distance of neighbourhoods and create a vibrant and sustainable community for all.

Reconciliation

Goal: Establish a strong relationship with the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations to collaborate on key priorities and continue to advance the Town’s reconciliation efforts.

View Royal is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən speaking peoples. To support community interest in advancing reconciliation efforts, the Town will continue to build a relationship with the Esquimalt and Songhees’ peoples. Emphasis will be placed on facilitating increased collaboration, celebrating values and culture, and fostering partnerships.

OCP GOALS

Community Input & Governance

Goal: Ensure View Royal community members are meaningfully involved in the advancement of community goals and priorities.

As View Royal grows and evolves, the Town will continue to seek feedback and input from the community. Through good governance, community leaders will steward decision-making processes and ensure they remain transparent.

Regional Partnerships

Goal: Continue to strengthen the Town’s relationships with Capital Regional District stakeholders, including member municipalities, on regional matters.

View Royal is a gateway community bordering seven jurisdictions within the Capital Regional District. Maintaining strong relationships with these local governments and First Nation communities is important to ensure alignment on regional priorities, such as the enhancement of regional transportation management and connectivity.