2025 10 21 Council Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1158
A bylaw to amend the sanitary sewer rates within the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016.
DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 2025-02 - 157 VIEW ROYAL AVENUE
A staff report recommending the issuance of a Development Variance Permit to facilitate the construction of a 30.2 m2 accessory building by increasing maximum coverage and floor area limits.
Letter to the Mayor and Council of View Royal, August 1, 2025
A letter from the owner of 157 View Royal Avenue requesting a variance permit to construct a potting shed/greenhouse with a half bathroom.
Proposed Layout Sketch of an Accessory Potting Shed on Lot A, Section 3, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP83337
A survey plan showing the proposed location of the accessory potting shed foundation relative to the property lines and existing structures.
157 VIEW ROYAL AVE - POTTING SHED - Project Information
Architectural project information sheet including project data tables, general notes, and site location diagrams for the proposed potting shed.
PLANS - 157 VIEW ROYAL AVE - POTTING SHED
Architectural floor and roof plans (Sheet A1) for a proposed potting shed at 157 View Royal Avenue.
ELEVATIONS - 157 VIEW ROYAL AVE - POTTING SHED
Architectural elevation drawings (Sheet A2) showing the east, north, south, and west views of the proposed potting shed.
Development Variance Permit Application Adjacent Property Impact Review
A staff assessment of the potential impacts (shadow, trees, privacy) of the requested variances at 157 View Royal Avenue on neighboring properties.
Presentation: Development Variance Permit Application No. 2025-02 for 157 View Royal Ave
A presentation slide deck summarizing the DVP application for 157 View Royal Avenue, including site context, maps, and specific variance details.
RECOMMENDATION: Development Variance Permit No. 2025-02 for 157 View Royal Avenue
A summary recommendation page for a variance request to increase accessory building coverage and floor area at 157 View Royal Avenue.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COUNCIL REPORT: Development Permit with Variances Application 2025-07 – 9 Erskine Lane
Staff report evaluating a retroactive application for variances regarding retaining walls and garbage enclosures at a development site on Erskine Lane.
WESTURBAN DEVELOPMENTS LTD. RE: Development Permit Amendment – 15, 17, 21 and 23 Erskine Lane
A letter from the developer providing rationale for discrepancies between approved plans and the constructed reality at the Erskine Lane project.
Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 1158, 2025
A bylaw to amend the Town of View Royal Sanitary Sewer Rates within the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016.
NOTICE OF REGISTRATION - DP 2021-06
A registration notice from the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia regarding a legal notation for development permit 2021-06.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT No. 2021/06
A development permit for 9 Erskine Lane authorizing construction with specific variances to retaining wall heights and parking requirements.
ERSKINE MULTIFAMILY Architectural Plans
Architectural drawings and site plans prepared by Thuja Architecture Studio Ltd. for the Erskine Multifamily development.
Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 1158, 2025
A bylaw to amend the Town of View Royal Sanitary Sewer Rates.
WestUrban Developments Ltd. Letter: Retaining Walls at 9 Erskine Lane
A technical justification letter from WestUrban Developments regarding variance requests for the height and design of retaining walls for Buildings A, C, and D at 9 Erskine Lane.
Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 1158, 2025
A bylaw to amend the Town of View Royal Sanitary Sewer Rates in the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016.
Landscape Plan - North West Site Grading / Layout (L1.3)
Detailed landscape and grading plan for the North West portion of the 9 Erskine Lane site.
Landscape Plan - South East Site Buildings C&D (L1.4)
Detailed landscape plan for the South East portion of the site focusing on Buildings C and D.
Grading Concept Plan BLD C & D (L1.5)
Grading concept drawings for Buildings C and D at 9 Erskine Lane.
Schedule 3: Site Plan of Lot B Section 93 Esquimalt District Plan 26648
Site plan for the Westurban Developments project at Watkiss Way and Erskine Lane.
Schedule 4: Refuse Enclosure Plan & Elevations (AR-6.0)
Design drawings and photographs of the proposed refuse enclosure for Erskine Road Multi-Family development.
Schedule 5: Refuse Enclosure Plan Detail (AR-3.0d)
Amended building elevations and plan details for the refuse enclosure at 9 Erskine Lane.
Schedule 6: Retaining Wall Site Plan Building C (S1.8)
Engineering site plan for the Building C retaining wall.
Retaining Wall Elevation and Sections Building D (S1.9a)
Engineering elevations for the Building D retaining wall.
Retaining Wall Elevation and Sections Building D (S1.9b)
Additional engineering sections and elevations for the retaining wall at 9 Erskine Lane.
Schedule 7: Plan View - 9 Erskine Lane Lock+Load MSE Retaining Wall (Sheet 3)
General design plan for the Lock+Load MSE Retaining Wall systems.
Lock+Load Wall D Elevation View - 2 (Sheet 5)
Elevation view of the Lock+Load wall for Building D.
Cross Section 2 - Building D (Sheet 7)
Cross section detail for the Building D retaining wall construction.
Presentation: Development Permit 2025-07 - 9 Erskine Lane
A visual presentation and formal recommendation for a Development Permit with Variances regarding retaining walls and refuse enclosures at 9 Erskine Lane.
Email dated October 7, 2025 from R. Isaac, Re: URGENT: Elbows Up For Climate!
Correspondence from Roz Isaac urging Council to sign a Canada-wide letter from mayors and councillors to the Prime Minister regarding climate action.
Email dated October 14, 2025 from N. Ottosen, Re: Backpack Project Christmas Campaign
A request for support for the annual Backpack Project, seeking permission to host a donation box in the municipal hall lobby for homeless mutual aid.
Letter dated October 16, 2025 from Councillor C. Ramsay, President, UBCM, Re: Heritage Conservation Act Consultation
A letter from the UBCM President encouraging local governments to provide feedback on proposed revisions to the B.C. Heritage Conservation Act.
Email dated October 5, 2025 from D. Coleman, Re: Developer Request Re: 258 Helmcken Rd
Resident correspondence opposing a rezoning amendment at 258 Helmcken Rd that seeks to remove a promised grocery store component while retaining extra density.
Email dated October 7, 2025 from E. Szostak, Re: Re-zoning of 258 Helmcken Road, View Royal
Correspondence from a resident requesting that Council deny a re-zoning request for 258 Helmcken Road to protect promised commercial market space.
Email dated October 9, 2025 from D. Ridout, Re: Old Island Highway Shut Down With No Notice
Resident feedback regarding the lack of public notice for road closures on major arteries like Old Island Highway due to BC Hydro work.
Email dated October 10, 2025 from L. Edgar, Re: Traffic Issues Along Burnside
Correspondence regarding severe traffic congestion on Burnside Road West and the need for a turning lane at the intersection of Helmcken and Burnside.
MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2025
Official record of the October 7, 2025 Council Meeting including adopted bylaws, approved grants, and infrastructure project authorizations.
Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Draft minutes from the September 11, 2025 Board of Directors meeting for the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society.
Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society held September 11, 2025
Draft minutes from the WSPRS Board of Directors meeting detailing updates on golf passes, facility naming rights, and various operational reports.
Proposed Elevations Bldg B - 9 Erskine Lane
Architectural elevation drawings for Building B of the Erskine Multifamily project.
Proposed Elevations Bldg C - 9 Erskine Lane
Architectural elevation drawings for Building C of the Erskine Multifamily project.
ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Remove Shared and Bi-Directional Bike Lanes
Agenda addition form submitted by Councillor John Rogers regarding a motion to remove shared paths and bi-directional bike lanes.
Proposed Elevations Bldg D - 9 Erskine Lane
Architectural elevation drawings for Building D of the Erskine Multifamily project.
Site Sections PR11 - 9 Erskine Lane
Drawing showing topographical cross-sections of the development site.
Site Sections PR12 - 9 Erskine Lane
Additional topographical cross-sections for the 9 Erskine Lane site showing building heights relative to grade.
Proposed Materials PR13 - 9 Erskine Lane
Material legend and sample board for the Erskine Multifamily project exterior finishes.
Proposed Renderings PR14 - 9 Erskine Lane
Visual architectural renderings of the proposed development from aerial and street-level views.
Proposed Renderings PR15 - 9 Erskine Lane
Additional visual renderings showing the project's integration with the natural landscape.
Proposed Renderings PR16 - 9 Erskine Lane
Wide aerial rendering of the multi-family site in the context of the surrounding neighborhood.
Overall Project Landscape Plan L 1.0 - 9 Erskine Lane
Comprehensive landscape site plan detailing site layout, building footprints, and external amenities.
Landscape Plan North West Site L1.2 - 9 Erskine Lane
Detailed landscape and planting plan for the northwestern portion of the development.
Landscape Plan South East Site L1.3 - 9 Erskine Lane
Detailed landscape and planting plan for the southeastern portion of the development.
Email from R. Isaac regarding Elbows Up For Climate!
Correspondence regarding climate action and the 'Elbows Up For Climate!' initiative.
Email from N. Ottosen regarding Backpack Project Christmas Campaign
Correspondence regarding the annual Backpack Project Christmas Campaign.
Letter from Councillor C. Ramsay regarding Heritage Conservation Act Consultation
Correspondence from the President of the UBCM regarding consultation on the Heritage Conservation Act.
Email from D. Coleman regarding Developer Request for 258 Helmcken Road
Correspondence regarding a developer request for the property at 258 Helmcken Road.
Email from E. Szostak regarding Re-zoning of 258 Helmcken Road
Correspondence regarding the re-zoning process for 258 Helmcken Road.
Email from D. Ridout regarding Old Island Highway Shut Down
Correspondence regarding an unannounced shut down of the Old Island Highway.
Email from L. Edgar regarding Traffic Issues Along Burnside
Correspondence regarding traffic congestion and issues along Burnside Road.
Minutes of the Council meeting held October 7, 2025
Official record of the Council meeting proceedings from October 7, 2025.
Correspondence from R. Isaac Re: Elbows Up For Climate!
Email regarding climate action and the 'Elbows Up For Climate!' initiative.
Correspondence from N. Ottosen Re: Backpack Project Christmas Campaign
Information regarding the Backpack Project Christmas Campaign.
Email from S. Pugh (Scotiabank) regarding Scotiabank Nelson Square
Correspondence from Scotiabank regarding the Nelson Square branch.
Motion: Remove Shared and Bi-Directional Bike Lanes
A motion brought forward by Councillor Rogers to remove specific bike lanes.
Consent Agenda Correspondence: D. Coleman Re: 258 Helmcken Road
Correspondence regarding a developer request at 258 Helmcken Road.
Consent Agenda Correspondence: E. Szostak Re: Re-zoning of 258 Helmcken Road
Email regarding the re-zoning process for 258 Helmcken Road.
Consent Agenda Correspondence: D. Ridout Re: Old Island Highway Shut Down
Public correspondence regarding traffic issues on Old Island Highway.
Consent Agenda Correspondence: L. Edgar Re: Traffic Issues Along Burnside
Correspondence regarding traffic congestion and safety on Burnside Road.
Email dated October 7, 2025 from R. Isaac, Re: URGENT: Elbows Up For Climate!
Correspondence regarding a climate action initiative titled 'Elbows Up For Climate!'.
Email dated October 14, 2025 from N. Ottosen, Re: Backpack Project Christmas Campaign
Correspondence regarding a Christmas campaign for the Backpack Project.
Letter dated October 16, 2025 from Councillor C. Ramsay, President, UBCM, Re: Heritage Conservation Act Consultation
Letter from the President of the Union of BC Municipalities regarding a consultation on the Heritage Conservation Act.
Email dated October 5, 2025 from D. Coleman, Re: Developer Request Re: 258 Helmcken Road
Correspondence from a resident regarding a developer request for the property at 258 Helmcken Road.
Email dated October 7, 2025 from E. Szostak, Re: Re-zoning of 258 Helmcken Road, View Royal
Correspondence regarding the potential re-zoning of the property at 258 Helmcken Road.
Email dated October 9, 2025 from D. Ridout, Re: Old Island Highway Shut Down With No Notice
Correspondence from a resident complaining about the shutdown of Old Island Highway without prior notice.
Email dated October 10, 2025 from L. Edgar, Re: Traffic Issues Along Burnside
Correspondence reporting traffic-related issues along Burnside Road.
Minutes of the Council meeting held October 7, 2025
Official minutes recording the proceedings and decisions from the View Royal Council meeting held on October 7, 2025.
Correspondence from S. Pugh (Scotiabank) Re: Nelson Square
Correspondence from Scotiabank regarding Nelson Square.
Notice of Motion: Remove Shared and Bi-Directional Bike Lanes
A notice of motion submitted by Councillor Rogers to remove specific bike lanes.
Email dated October 20, 2025 from S. Pugh, District Vice President, Scotiabank, Re: Scotiabank, Nelson Square
Correspondence from Scotiabank regarding matters at Nelson Square.
Motion: Remove Shared and Bi-Directional Bike Lanes - Councillor Rogers
A motion brought forward by Councillor Rogers to remove shared and bi-directional bike lanes.