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2025 05 06 Council Agenda - Agenda - Pdf

Minutes

MINUTES OF A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025

Minutes of the Special Council meeting concerning a closed meeting resolution regarding labor and litigation matters.

Pages 6–73 key facts
Minutes

MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025

Detailed records of the regular Council meeting including discussions on rezoning for Helmcken Road and Camden Avenue and remedial action for 12 Vickery Road.

Pages 8–184 key facts
Minutes

MINUTES OF A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025

Minutes of the Special Council meeting convened for a closed meeting resolution to receive advice.

Pages 19–203 key facts
Staff Report

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT WITH VARIANCES APPLICATION NO. 2024-03 – 294, 296 ELTHAM ROAD AND 242 HELMCKEN ROAD

Staff report recommending the authorization of a development permit for 20 townhouse units with variances for building height, maneuvering aisle width, and accessory structure siting.

Pages 21–234 key facts
Staff Report

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - DEVELOPMENT PERMIT WITH VARIANCES APPLICATION NO. 2024-03

Detailed report from the Committee of the Whole analysis of the 20-unit townhouse project proposal, including design features and impact assessments.

Pages 24–324 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 1. Subject properties (Map)

Aerial map from the Capital Regional District showing the subject properties at Eltham Road and Helmcken Road.

Page 333 key facts
Correspondence

Re: Development Permit application for The Pebbles; 242 Helmcken Road

Cover letter from Ankenman Marchand Architects submitting the comprehensive application package for 'The Pebbles' townhouse project.

Pages 34–353 key facts
Appendix

The Pebbles Mixed Residential Development - Townhomes (Architectural Plan Set)

A comprehensive set of architectural plans including context plans, statistics, shadow studies, surveys, site plans, and floor levels for the townhouse development.

Pages 36–475 key facts
Appendix

FIREFIGHTER ACCESS PLAN (Drawing A150)

Technical drawing showing the proposed fire truck access route and hydrant locations for the development.

Page 483 key facts
Appendix

ELEVATIONS - SOUTH & NORTH (Drawing A200)

Architectural elevation drawings for Buildings 1, 2, 4, and 5 from the south and north perspectives.

Page 493 key facts
Appendix

ELEVATIONS - EAST & WEST (Drawing A210)

Architectural elevation drawings for Buildings 1, 3, and 5 from the east and west perspectives.

Page 503 key facts
Appendix

ELEVATIONS - INTERNAL COURT NORTH & SOUTH (Drawing A225)

Elevation drawings showing the internal courtyard views of Buildings 1 through 5.

Page 513 key facts
Appendix

SITE SECTIONS (Drawing A300)

Sectional views illustrating building height relative to the neighboring Ashley Gate unit cameras.

Page 523 key facts
Appendix

SECTIONS (Drawing A310)

Cross-sectional views through site paths and driveways for Buildings 2 and 4.

Page 533 key facts
Appendix

SECTIONS (Drawing A320)

Road section drawings for Unit 11 and back entries for Units 10-12.

Page 543 key facts
Appendix

3D REPRESENTATIONS (Drawing A600)

Architectural 3D renderings of the proposed townhouse complex from various street angles.

Page 553 key facts
Appendix

AREA PLANS (Drawing A900)

Detailed diagrams and legends calculating residential, garage, and balcony square meterage for all 20 units.

Page 563 key facts
Appendix

LANDSCAPE PLAN (Drawing P1)

Comprehensive landscaping plan detailing planting locations, site access, and roof amenity space.

Page 573 key facts
Staff Report

Arborist Report for Development

Professional arborist report detailing the impact of construction on existing trees and recommending protection measures.

Pages 58–644 key facts
Appendix

Tree Management Plan (Drawing T-1)

Technical map of the site showing which trees will be removed or retained and tree protection fencing locations.

Page 653 key facts
Appendix

SITE SERVICING PLAN

Civil engineering drawing showing proposed utility connections for water, sewer, and drainage.

Page 663 key facts
Form

PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY CHECKLIST

Completed sustainability evaluation form detailing the project's economic, environmental, and social contributions.

Pages 67–744 key facts
Staff Report

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA GUIDELINES -REVIEW

Staff analysis of the proposed project against the Mixed Residential Development Permit Area guidelines.

Pages 75–813 key facts
Appendix

Zoning Review - CD-29: Comprehensive Development

Tabular review comparing the proposed development statistics against zoning requirements to identify necessary variances.

Pages 82–833 key facts
Presentation

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2024-03 PRESENTATION

Staff presentation deck summarizing the core facts, drawings, and requested variances for the Council reconsideration.

Pages 84–903 key facts
Presentation

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2024-03 294, 296 Eltham Road and 242 Helmcken Road Presentation Slides

Presentation slides showing the site plan, elevation rendering, and staff recommendations for a development permit with variances at Eltham and Helmcken Roads.

Pages 91–924 key facts
Correspondence

Comment on - Development Permit with Variances Application No. 2024-03 - 294, 296 Eltham Road and 242 Helmcken Road

An email from Alex McMillan, President of Ashley Gate Strata, expressing concerns regarding property upkeep, construction safety, and traffic management at the Eltham Road development site.

Pages 93–943 key facts
Staff Report

DRAINAGE MASTER PLAN AWARD

Staff report recommending the award of the Drainage Master Plan project to McElhanney based on a competitive RFP process.

Pages 95–984 key facts
Appendix

Project Summary - Project Name: Drainage master plan update

A detailed financial and objective summary for the Drainage Master Plan update project N-098.

Page 994 key facts
Staff Report

TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN RFP

Staff report outlining the revisions made to the Transportation Master Plan RFP following Council feedback and recommending that the report be received for information.

Pages 100–1023 key facts
Appendix

TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN TERMS OF REFERENCE REVIEW TABLE

A table detailing Council comments on the Transportation Master Plan Terms of Reference and the corresponding staff response regarding their incorporation into the RFP.

Pages 103–1043 key facts
Appendix

Town of View Royal Request for Proposals (2025/ Project N-105) Transportation Master Plan Update

The full draft Request for Proposals for the Transportation Master Plan Update, including scope of work, evaluation criteria, and background on the Town's network.

Pages 105–1234 key facts
Staff Report

Ongoing Review of Capital Project Summaries

Staff report regarding the process for reviewing remaining 2025 and 2026 capital project summaries at upcoming Committee of the Whole meetings.

Pages 124–1253 key facts
Staff Report

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL CLASS 09 FARM PROPERTIES

Staff report providing details on the ten properties within the Town classified as Class 09 Farm, including assessment data and tax revenue.

Pages 126–1274 key facts
Appendix

Attachment A: Town of View Royal Class 09 Farm properties

A data table listing the folio number, address, land area, and 2024 tax levy for each of the ten farm properties in the Town.

Page 1283 key facts
Minutes

Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board of Directors Meeting

Minutes from the March 13, 2025 board meeting of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society, detailing discussions on the Garry oak ecosystem, pickleball courts, and strategic planning.

Pages 129–1324 key facts
Correspondence

Email from Tyler Withrow, Re: Pallisier Avenue

Correspondence from a local resident requesting traffic calming measures on Palliser Avenue due to safety concerns during daycare drop-off and pick-up times.

Page 1333 key facts
Correspondence

Email from Rob Duffus regarding CFB Esquimalt lighting

Resident correspondence regarding extremely bright industrial lighting at CFB Esquimalt visible from across the harbour.

Page 1344 key facts
Correspondence

Letter from Minister Lisa Beare regarding Additional Trustee Electoral Areas

Correspondence from the Ministry of Education and Child Care regarding the creation of additional trustee electoral areas in School District No. 61.

Page 1354 key facts
Correspondence

Letter to Honourable Stephanie McLean, M.P. Re: Congratulations

Congratulatory letter from Mayor Tobias to the newly elected Member of Parliament for Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke.

Page 1363 key facts
Correspondence

Letter from Minister Ravi Kahlon regarding Recent Changes to the BC Building Code

Response from the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs regarding concerns over single egress stair (SES) building designs in the BC Building Code.

Pages 137–1384 key facts
Correspondence

Email from Diane & Russ Ridout regarding Police ratio and time delays

Resident concerns regarding neighborhood crime, police response times from Langford, and traffic congestion on the Island Highway.

Pages 139–1404 key facts
Staff Report

WSPR STAFF REPORT: 2025 April Progress Report - West Shore Regional Parks & Recreation Facilities Master Plan

A progress update on the engagement phase and budget for the regional parks and recreation facilities master plan.

Pages 141–1424 key facts
Correspondence

Letter to Graham Hill Re: 90th Birthday

A letter from Mayor Tobias congratulating former Mayor Graham Hill on his 90th birthday and acknowledging his service to the town.

Page 1433 key facts
Correspondence

Letter regarding Official Community Plan Review

Detailed correspondence critique of the OCP project, capacity assessments, and public consultation methods.

Pages 144–1464 key facts
Staff Report

COUNCIL REPORT: 2025-2029 FINANCIAL PLAN BYLAW NO. 1153

Report recommending the introduction and first three readings of the five-year financial plan bylaw, incorporating recent budget amendments.

Pages 147–1504 key facts
Bylaw

Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1153, 2025 (Draft Schedules)

The proposed bylaw and consolidated schedules for the 2025-2029 Financial Plan, including revenue, expenses, and capital plans.

Pages 151–1564 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1153, 2025

Slideshow summary of the proposed financial plan, detailing amendments and the impact on property taxes.

Pages 157–1593 key facts
Bylaw

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1153

The formal bylaw document authorizing the financial plan for the years 2025-2029.

Pages 160–1652 key facts
Staff Report

COUNCIL REPORT: 2025 TAX RATES BYLAW NO. 1154

Staff report regarding the 2025 tax rates bylaw which implements the required tax revenue for the municipal, regional district, and hospital purposes.

Pages 166–1684 key facts
Bylaw

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1154 (Draft Copy)

Preliminary copy of the bylaw to levy rates for municipal, regional district, and regional hospital purposes for 2025.

Pages 169–1702 key facts
Bylaw

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1154 (Official Copy)

Formal bylaw document to levy municipal, regional district, and regional hospital rates for the year 2025.

Pages 171–1722 key facts
Bylaw

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1152

Bylaw to amend the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw regarding definitions, servicing officers, and latecomer charges.

Pages 173–1764 key facts
Minutes

Minutes of the Special Council meeting held April 22, 2025

Records the proceedings and decisions from the special council meeting held in late April.

Pages 178–1791 key fact
Minutes

Minutes of the Council meeting held April 15, 2025

Detailed record of the regular council meeting discussions and motions from April 15.

Pages 180–1901 key fact
Minutes

Minutes of the Special Council meeting held April 15, 2025

Records from the special session of council held on April 15, preceding or following the regular meeting.

Pages 191–1921 key fact
Staff Report

Report dated April 9, 2025 from the Senior Planner re: Development Permit with Variances Application No. 2024-03

Staff assessment of a development application involving variances for building height and manoeuvring aisle width at multiple addresses.

Pages 193–2645 key facts
Correspondence

Email dated May 6, 2025 A. McMillan, President, Ashley Gate Strata, Re: Development Permit with Variances - 294, 296 Eltham Road and 242 Helmcken Road

Feedback from a strata representative regarding the proposed development at Eltham Road and Helmcken Road.

Pages 265–2662 key facts
Staff Report

Report dated April 25, 2025 from the Director of Engineering re: Drainage Master Plan Award

Recommendation to award the Drainage Master Plan project to a specific engineering firm.

Pages 267–2714 key facts
Staff Report

Report dated April 7, 2025 from the Director of Engineering re: Transportation Master Plan RFP

Information report regarding the request for proposals for the town's Transportation Master Plan.

Pages 272–2951 key fact
Staff Report

Report dated April 30, 2025 from the Chief Administrative Officer re: Ongoing Review of Capital Project Summaries

Routine update on the status and review of various municipal capital projects.

Pages 296–2971 key fact
Staff Report

Report dated April 9, 2025 from the Director of Finance re: Town of View Royal Class 09 Farm Properties

Financial report concerning property classifications for farm properties within the town.

Pages 298–3001 key fact
Minutes

Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board of Directors meeting held March 13, 2025

Minutes from the board meeting of the regional parks and recreation provider.

Pages 301–3041 key fact
Correspondence

Email dated April 1, 2025 from T. Withrow, Re: Pallisier Avenue

Public correspondence regarding issues or inquiries on Pallisier Avenue.

Page 3051 key fact
Correspondence

Email dated March 31, 2025 from R. Duffus, Re: Industrial Light at CFB Esquimalt

Correspondence regarding lighting issues associated with CFB Esquimalt.

Page 3061 key fact
Correspondence

Letter dated May 1, 2025 from Min. L. Beare, Ministry of Education and Child Care, Re: Additional Trustee Electoral Areas in School District No. 61

Information from the provincial ministry regarding changes to school trustee electoral boundaries.

Page 3072 key facts
Correspondence

Letter dated May 1, 2025 from Mayor Tobias to Hon. S. McLean, Re: Member of Parliament for Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke

Official letter from the Mayor to the local Member of Parliament.

Page 3081 key fact
Correspondence

Letter dated April 25, 2025 from Min. Kahlon, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, Re: Recent Changes to the BC Building Code

Information from the provincial housing minister regarding updates to building regulations.

Pages 309–3102 key facts
Correspondence

Email dated March 28, 2025 from D. Ridout, Re: Police Ratio and time Delays, Construction and Traffic

Public feedback concerning policing levels and construction-related traffic delays.

Pages 311–3121 key fact
Staff Report

West Shore Parks and Recreation Staff Report dated April 17, 2025 re: 2025 April Progress Report

A progress report update regarding the West Shore Regional Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan.

Pages 313–3142 key facts
Correspondence

Letter from Mayor Tobias to G. Hill, Re: 90th Birthday

Congratulatory letter from the Mayor to a resident.

Page 315
Correspondence

Letter received May 6, 2025 from D. Wilson, Re: Official Community Plan Review

Initial correspondence from Doug Wilson regarding the OCP review process.

Pages 316–3181 key fact
Staff Report

Report dated April 22, 2025 from the Director of Finance re: 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1153

Staff report introducing and explaining the five-year financial plan for the municipality.

Pages 319–3312 key facts
Bylaw

Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1153, 2025

The legal bylaw document to authorize the financial plan for the years 2025-2029.

Pages 332–3372 key facts
Staff Report

Report dated April 23, 2025 from the Director of Finance re: 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1154

Staff recommendation for the setting of municipal and regional tax rates for the 2025 year.

Pages 338–3421 key fact
Bylaw

Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1154, 2025

Legal document to levy rates for municipal, regional district, and regional hospital purposes for the year 2025.

Pages 343–3442 key facts
Bylaw

Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 985, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 1152, 2025

Bylaw amendment that updates technical design guidelines for sanitary sewers and storm drainage.

Pages 345–3513 key facts
Correspondence

The 2025 OCP Public Consultations – Déjà vu all over again.

A letter from Doug Wilson criticizing the current OCP consultation process and mapping tools used for density discussions.

Pages 352–3533 key facts
Other

NOTICE OF MOTION - Availability of General Practice physicians in the Town of View Royal

A formal proposal for the town to work with medical associations to secure clinic space and attract family practitioners to the area.

Pages 354–3554 key facts