Community Workshop – Commercial Space at The Royale - Summary (Attachment F)
A summary of public feedback gathered at a community workshop held in August 2025 regarding the proposed commercial uses.
Community Workshop – Commercial Space at The Royale - Summary:
Date of Workshop: August 2025 Location: The Royale, #101–258 Helmcken Road, View Royal
Purpose: To gather public input on the proposed application to expand allowable commercial uses within the CD-26 Island Highway/Helmcken zoning to include a mix of café, medical, office, and retail uses on the ground floor of The Royale.
Overall Participation
A total of 16 exit surveys were submitted by local residents and neighbours, primarily from:
- The Royale and Lions Cove residences
- Ashley Gate Townhomes
- Nearby Island Highway properties
Quantitative Summary (Across 3 Key Questions)
| Question | Strongly Agree | Agree | Neutral | Strongly Disagree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Proposed commercial uses appropriate for this location | 3 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2. Important to have a variety of options | 3 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 3. Space and location well built for the above options | 2 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
Overall Sentiment: Approximately 75–80% of respondents expressed agreement or strong agreement with the proposed uses. About 20–25% showed neutral or opposing views, largely focused on traffic near the Island Hwy/Helmcken intersection.