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Date: Monday, September 9, 2024
Meeting type: Committee of the Whole MeetingGeese Mitigation: Council received a presentation regarding Geese mitigation in District parks. View the presentation.
Dog Strategy: Council received a presentation regarding a strategy for dogs in West Vancouver. View the presentation.
Urban Forest Management Plan: Council received a presentation regarding an update on the Urban Forest Management Plan. View the presentation.
Date: Monday, September 9, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingWatch video
Delegation: Dr. A. Choi, Medical Health Officer, Vancouver Coastal Health, provided a presentation regarding Alcohol in West Vancouver: Health Evidence & Recommendations. View the presentation.2nd Request: Temporary Protection of the Nesbitt House at 1281 Clyde Avenue: Staff presented a report requesting a second order of temporary protection for the “Nesbitt House” at 1281 Clyde Avenue. The order would delay issuance of a demolition permit for the existing house for 60 days, in accordance with the District Building Bylaw to protect properties listed in the Heritage Register. Council did not vote on the staff recommendation. View the staff report.
Revised Arts & Culture Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Work Plan: Council approved the revised 2024 committee work plan to adjust objectives and deliverables related to the Arts and Culture Strategy. View the staff report.
2024-2034 Canada Community-Building Fund Agreement: Council authorized the Mayor and Corporate Officer to enter into 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement that provides funding to local governments in British Columbia for investments in local infrastructure and capacity building priorities. View the letter and agreement.Delegation Requests: Council approved two delegation requests:
- TwinTalk Politics regarding Youth Engagement and Vote-16 Initiative from 2 High School Student; and
- Royal Canadian Legion (West Vancouver Branch 60), regarding Profile of the Royal Canadian Legion in the Community.
2024 FireSmart Community Funding and Supports Grant Application: Council approved the submission of a grant application for $100,000 to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ Community Resiliency Investment Program. The grant funding would support advancing an update of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan into the new Provincial template for a Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan and continue the wildfire fuel management program. View the staff report.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, Monday September 23, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, August 12, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingProposed Zoning Amendments for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing to Comply with Ministerial Notice: Council gave first, second, third readings, and adoption to proposed “Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5351, 2024” in response to the ministerial notice of non-compliance with the Provincial requirements for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing received on July 25, 2024. View the Bylaw.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, July 31, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingProposed Zoning Amendments for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing to Comply with Ministerial Notice: Council rescinded its decision to consider readings and adoption of proposed “Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5351, 2024” from its regular Council meeting on September 23, 2024 at 7 p.m. to a special Council meeting on August 12, 2024 at 3 p.m. View the staff report and bylaw.
Next scheduled meetings:
- Special Council Meeting, Monday, August 12, 2024 at 3 p.m.
- Regular Council Meeting, Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, July 29, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingProposed Zoning Amendments for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing to Comply with Ministerial Notice: Staff presented a proposed zoning amendment bylaw to initiate zoning bylaw amendment procedures in response to the ministerial notice of non-compliance with the Provincial requirements for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing received on July 25, 2024. View the staff report and presentation.
An audio clip of the July 26, 2024 CBC interview titled “West Vancouver Mayor responds to B.C.’s housing ultimatum” was played. Listen to the interview.
Reinstatement of 29th Street Staircase: Council directed staff to investigate the feasibility of reinstating the staircase at the foot of 29th street and report back to Council with feasibility and cost estimate.
Next scheduled meeting: Special Council Meeting, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10 a.m.
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Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingNorth Shore Young Civic Forum (North Shore Community Resources): Council received a delegation from two groups of the North Shore Young Civic Forum 4.0 regarding a North Shore public engagement app and podcast, and reconciliation actions for West Vancouver. View their report.
Proposed Development Permit 23-079 for 2368 Bellevue Avenue: Council received 14 verbal submissions and 284 written submissions regarding the proposed Development Permit for 2368 Bellevue Avenue. Council resolved to receive all written and oral submissions and approved the proposed development permit, as modified. View the staff report.
Seniors’ Activity Centre Facility Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study Conclusion and Next Steps: Staff presented the results of the feasibility study and provided recommended next steps. Council resolved to receive the report for information, with thanks. View the staff report and presentation.
Pay Parking at Destination Parks 6-month Update: Staff presented an update on the implementation of pay parking at three destination parks. Council directed staff to investigate and report back in the fall of 2024 on permit exemptions for pay parking programming. View the staff report and presentation.
Creation of a Parking Area at Pilot House Road Park and St. Francis-in-the-Wood Church: Staff reported on direction from January on the feasibility of creating an interlocking brick paved parking area at Pilot House Road Park, and presented options and costs estimates for resurfacing. Council directed staff to consult with St. Francis-in-the-Wood Church for comment on the preferred option of a combination of pavers and blacktop, to seek cost-sharing, and report back to Council. View the staff report and presentation.
Proposed Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 5342, 2024: Staff introduced a proposed Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication bylaw that would enable the consolidation of the subject closed road with 3000 Park Lane. Council received four oral submissions and six written submissions respecting the proposed bylaw. Council resolved to receive all written and oral submissions and gave first, second and third reading to proposed “Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 5342, 2024”. View the staff report and presentation.
Proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5334, 2024: Council adopted “Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5334, 2024”. View the Bylaw.
Proposed Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw No. 5118, 2021, Amendment Bylaw No. 5341, 2024: Council adopted “Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw No. 5118, 2021, Amendment Bylaw No. 5341, 2024”. View the Bylaw.
14 Glenmore Drive: Council adopted “Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5335, 2024” and “Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5336, 2024” and approved Development Permit 23-100, which would regulate the form and character of the proposed six-unit duplex development and ensure that the proposal meets wildfire hazard prevention guidelines. View the Bylaws and Development Permit.
Proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment (Dispatch Recording Applications): Council adopted “Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5343, 2024”. View the Bylaw.
Metro Vancouver Gleneagles Pump Station Upgrade - Second Request for Order of Non-Enforcement of Noise Control Bylaw No. 4404, 2005: Council approved the request from Metro Vancouver for an Order of Non-Enforcement of “Noise Control Bylaw No. 4404, 2005” Section 6.1.2 (a) to allow for overnight construction noise between the hours of 5:30 p.m. on Thursday September 5, 2024 to 5 a.m. on Friday September 6, 2024. View the staff report.
Proposed Independent Policing Policy 0176: Council rescinded “Independent Policing Policy 03-90-171” and approved “Independent Policing Policy 0176”. View the memorandum.
Ambleside Local Area Plan: Council made modifications to proposed “Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024”, gave the proposed bylaw third reading as modified, and then adopted the bylaw. View the Bylaw.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, July 8, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingRoad Safety Update: Staff presented an update on road safety within the District of West Vancouver. Council directed staff to report back to Council on road safety and related programming and initiatives annually in quarter two. View the staff report and presentation.
Provincial Electric Kick Scooter (E-scooter) Pilot Project: Staff presented Council with information on the provincial e-scooter pilot project to allow the personal use of electric kick-scooters in the District of West Vancouver. Council consented to participating in the program for a four-year term, ending April 5, 2028. View the staff report.
Proposed Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Amendment Bylaw: Council gave first, second, and third reading to proposed “Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw No. 5118, 2021, Amendment Bylaw 5341, 2024” to permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages in two additional park locations, Horseshoe Bay Park and Whytecliff Park. View the staff report.
Updated Rental Replacement and Tenant Assistance Policy 0164: Staff presented Council with the revised proposed Rental Replacement and Tenant Assistance Policy. Council approved the policy with modifications. View the staff report.
Short Term Rental Accommodations: Council directed staff to prepare amendments to the Zoning Bylaw, Business Licence Bylaw, Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, Fees and Charges Bylaw, and any other required bylaws to:
• Enable short-term rental (STR) accommodation in all housing types (some restrictions apply on sites
where secondary suites are permitted);
• Increase fines for unpermitted STR’s to $500; and
• Regulate the operation of any STR business through the Business Licence Bylaw.
View the Notice of Motion.Ambleside Local Area Plan: Council adopted proposed “Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5338, 2024” and defeated a motion to modify proposed “Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024”. View the Bylaws.
Proposed Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 5334, 2024: Council received a report outlining the annual review of fees and changes including the establishment of new fee structures, revision of existing fees and elimination of fees that are no longer required. Council gave first, second, and third reading to proposed “Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5334, 2024”. View the staff report.
Pickleball Courts at Normanby Park: Council received a report regarding the four temporary pickleball courts on the northern tennis court at Normanby Park. Council resolved to permanently dedicate the courts for pickleball. View the staff report.
2024 Community Grants Program – Funding Amendment: Council received a report requesting a reallocation of funding within the community grants program. Council approved that $5,000 previously approved be reallocated to the Hollyburn Out of School Care Society ($2,500 for the purchase of a new kitchen appliance) and to the North Shore Community Resources Society ($2,500 in additional operating funds). View the staff report.
2023 North Shore Transportation Survey: Council received a report providing an update on the data trends and study findings of the 2023 North Shore Transportation Survey. Council received the report for information. View the staff report.
Request for Exemption of the Noise Control Bylaw No. 4404, 2005: Council received a request for an order of non-enforcement of the Noise Control Bylaw to allow for construction related generator noise required to safely perform urgent electrical work at 1363 Clyde Avenue. Council approved the request for an order of non-enforcement of Noise Control Bylaw No.4405, 2005, with additional conditions. View the staff report.
Proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment: Council received a staff report introducing two new fees for dispatch recordings. Council gave first, second, and third reading to proposed “Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5343, 2024”. View the staff report.
Delegation Requests: Council received two requests for delegation to Council from Vancouver Coastal Health and British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Council approved the delegation requests to appear at a future Council meeting. View the request forms.
Appointment of Council Representative to the Planning Committee: Council appointed Councillor Thompson to the Planning Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024.
Decisions released from closed session: Council made the following committee appointments, all for terms ending December 31, 2025: Shan (Emma) He, Wilma Marais, Patricia L. Morris, and Helen Vanlee were appointed to the Memorial Library Board; and Russell Hollingsworth, Steve Nicholls, Rob Brown, Daniel Hawreluk, Mark Vaughan, Henry Wood, CC Yao, Linda Burger, and Don Milliken were appointed to the Planning Committee.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, July 22, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Meeting type: Public HearingCypress Village and Eagleridge Development: Council held a public hearing to consider and receive submissions regarding proposed: Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5205, 2024; Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5206, 2024; and Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 5207, 2024 for the Cypress Village and Eagleridge Development.
Council received 107 written submissions, 33 verbal submissions and closed the hearing.
View the notice, staff report, and written submissions via the public hearing agenda.
Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingCypress Village and Eagleridge Development: Council gave second and third reading to the following proposed bylaws associated with the Cypress Village and Eagleridge Development:
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5205, 2024;
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5206, 2024;
- Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 5207, 2024;
- Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 5208, 2024;
- Park Dedication Bylaw No. 5213, 2024;
- Park Exchange Bylaw No. 5302, 2024;
- Cypress Village Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw No. 5221, 2024;
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 3801, 1993, Amendment Bylaw No. 5209, 2024;
- Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditures Bylaw No. 5211, 2024;
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 4940, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 5210, 2024;
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5216, 2024;
- Noise Control Bylaw No. 4404, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 5215, 2024;
- Revised Soil Removal, Deposit, Blasting and Rock Breaking Bylaw No. 5130, 2021, Amendment Bylaw No. 5214, 2024;
- Sewerage and Drainage Regulation Bylaw No. 5263, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5288, 2024;
- Subdivision Control Bylaw No. 1504, 1955, Amendment Bylaw No. 5212, 2024; and
- Waterworks Regulation Bylaw No. 5260, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5287, 2024.
View the special Council agenda.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, July 8, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, June 24, 2024
Meeting type: Public HearingAmbleside Local Area Plan Apartment Areas: Council held a public hearing to consider and receive submissions regarding proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024 and proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5338, 2024 regarding the Ambleside Local Area Plan Apartment Area.
Council received two staff reports, 178 written submissions and 38 verbal submissions and closed the hearing.
View the notice, staff reports and written submissions via the Public Hearing Agenda.
Date: Monday, June 24, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council Meeting2023 Annual Report: Council received a staff report and presentation outlining achievements from Council’s Strategic Plan, operational achievements, financial position of the municipality, and other supplementary financial information. Council resolved to approve the 2023 Annual Report. View the staff report and presentation.
2023 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) Report: Council received a staff report and verbal presentation of the 2023 SOFI report that provides Council and the public with the opportunity to review the District’s remuneration and vendor payment information and satisfies the District’s financial reporting requirements under the Financial Information Act. View the staff report.
Pasco Road Foreshore Rezoning: Council directed staff to revise the M1 zoning over the foreshore to allow encroachment structures on the foreshore adjacent to Pasco Road to improve access to the residential properties. View the Notice of Motion.
Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5328, 2024 (Enhance Retail Diversity): Council adopted this amendment bylaw. View the Bylaw.
Ambleside Local Area Plan Bylaws: Council resolved to give second and third reading to Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5338, 2024 and, by resolution, deferred consideration of proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024 to its July 8 regular meeting.
2024 Community Awards and Recognition Program Recipients: Council received a staff report outlining the results of the 2024 Community Awards and Recognition Program. Council resolved to accept the report for information. View the staff report.
Notice of Motion regarding Short Term Rental Accommodations: Council received a Notice of Motion from Councillors Lambur and Thompson that will be considered for debate at Council’s July 8 regular Council meeting. The Notice of Motion seeks to direct staff to amend the necessary District bylaws to: enable short-term rental (STR) accommodation in all housing types, with special provisions for sites where secondary suites are permitted; increase the fine amount for unpermitted short-term rental accommodation; and regulate STR business through the business licence program. View the Notice of Motion.
North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant: Council authorized the Mayor to file a dispute with Metro Vancouver regarding the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The following items were released to the public by Council resolution from its June 24, 2024 closed meeting.
Amendment to the Place for Sport Joint Use Agreement: Council received an amended Joint Use Agreement between the District of West Vancouver and the West Vancouver School District to include the addition of a throwing cage the all-weather field at Ridgeview Elementary School and aluminum bleachers at West Vancouver Secondary School to be funded from the contingency for the Place for Sport project that is scheduled to be complete on time and under budget. Council resolved to execute the amended Joint Use Agreement.
Arts & Culture Advisory Committee Appointments: Council appointed Freda Pagani and Anna Marie Repstock for a term ending December 31, 2025.
Awards Committee Member Appointments: Council appointed Jodie Herron for a term ending December 31, 2025.
Environment Committee Member Appointments: Council appointed Sarah Kosari and Peter Payne for a term ending December 31, 2025.
Tennis BC Proposal Update: Council resolved to reallocate previously approved funding of $450,000 for site preparation for Tennis BC’s indoor tennis and pickleball facility at Hugo Ray Park to alternatively be utilized to support pickleball, and directed staff to report back to Council with recommendations on how to support the growth of pickleball in the community and to include input from the Pickleball Advisory Roundtable on priorities for additional pickleball services.
Next scheduled meeting: Monday, July 8, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, June 17, 2024
Meeting type: Committee of the WholeSidewalk Programming Prioritization: The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from staff outlining the process for sidewalk prioritization, current programming requests and recommended areas for sidewalk construction in 2024. Council members provided comment to staff on the proposed sidewalk construction plan. View the presentation.
Date: Monday, June 17, 2024
Meeting type: Public HearingProposed Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Permit for 14 Glenmore Drive (6-unit multifamily/duplex development): the proposed Official Community Plan amendment, rezoning and associated development permit are necessary to facilitate a 6-unit multi-family development at 14 Glenmore Drive.
Council received five (5) written submissions and five (5) verbal submissions and adjourned the hearing. View the public notice and staff report.
Date: Monday, June 17, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingUnion of BC Municipalities Meeting Requests: Council received a memorandum from staff outlining suggested Ministries and discussion topics for the upcoming UBCM convention September 16-20 in Vancouver. Council directed staff to submit meeting requests with the following ministries:
- Ministry of Emergency Management & Climate Readiness
- Ministry of Environment & Climate Change Strategy
- Ministry of Energy, Mines & Low Carbon Innovation
- Ministry of Housing
- Ministry of Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation
- Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport
Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Permit for 14 Glenmore Drive (6-unit multifamily/duplex development): Council gave second and third reading to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5335, 2024 and Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5336, 2024. View the Bylaws.
Proposed Bylaw Amendments for the Caulfeild Land Use Contract Area and Other Land Use Contract Sites: Council adopted the following bylaws:
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5301, 2024;
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5321, 2024;
- Tree Bylaw No. 4892, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 5322, 2024
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 4940, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 5318, 2024
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5319, 2024
View the Bylaws.
Section 219 Covenant for 2237 Palmerston Avenue: Council received a memorandum from staff outlining a draft s.219 covenant for 2237 Palmerston Avenue, required as a precedent condition for the zoning amendment application for the subject property. Council received the memorandum for information. View the Memorandum.
Next scheduled meetings:
- Public Hearing re: Ambleside Local Area Plan, Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m.
- Regular Council Meeting, Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m.
- Public Hearing re: Cypress Village, Tuesday, Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m.
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Date: Monday, June 3, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingDelegation: Council received a presentation from representatives of the Hollyburn Community Services Society regarding A Year in Review.
2024 Student Video Contest: Recycling in Parks: Council received a presentation from staff regarding the student contest winners for the 2024 Student Video Contest. The students had a photo opportunity with Mayor and Council.
Proposed Park Dedication (Upper Lands): Council adopted Park Dedication Bylaw No. 5337, 2024. View the Bylaw.
Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw (to Enhance Retail Diversity): Council gave second and third reading to proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5328, 2024. View the Bylaw.
Cypress Village and Eagleridge Approvals Package: Council received a staff report and presentation outlining a series of proposed bylaws, legal agreements, and resolutions. Council resolved to
a) Give first reading to:
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5205, 2024;
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5206, 2024;
- Park Dedication Bylaw No. 5213, 2024;
- Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 5207, 2024;
- Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 5208, 2024;
- Park Exchange Bylaw No. 5302, 2024;
- Cypress Village Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw No. 5221, 2024;
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 3801, 1993, Amendment Bylaw No. 5209, 2024;
- Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditures Bylaw No. 5211, 2024;
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 4940, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 5210, 2024;
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5216, 2024;
- Noise Control Bylaw No. 4404, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 5215, 2024;
- Revised Soil Removal, Deposit, Blasting and Rock Breaking Bylaw No. 5130, 2021, Amendment Bylaw No. 5214, 2024;
- Sewerage and Drainage Regulation Bylaw No. 5263, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5288, 2024;
- Subdivision Control Bylaw No. 1504, 1955, Amendment Bylaw No. 5212, 2024; and
- Waterworks Regulation Bylaw No. 5260, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5287, 2024.
b) Enter into the Cypress Village Land Agreement.
c) Endorse public consultation on the proposed Official community Plan Amendment.
d) Set the date for a Public Hearing to receive public comment relating to the following proposed bylaws:
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5205, 2024;
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5206, 2024; and
- Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 5207, 2024.
e) Give public notice of Council’s intention to adopt proposed Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 5208, 2024 and provide opportunity for public input at the June 25 public meeting (to be held concurrently with the Public Hearing).
f) Initiate an Alternative Approval Process in relation to the proposed Park Exchange Bylaw No. 5302, 2024.
g) Transfer of funds into the new Cypress Village Reserve Fund account following adoption of proposed Cypress Village Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw No. 5221, 2024.
h) Enter into further agreements as contemplated in the Cypress Village Phased Development Agreement following adoption of proposed Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 5207, 2024.
i) Receive a series of documents for information.
View the staff report, bylaws, agreements, and related documents:
Proposed Development Permit with Variances at 2368 Bellevue Avenue: Council received a staff report and presentation relating to a Development Permit to allow a new single-family dwelling at 2368 Bellevue Avenue. Council resolved to give notice that Council will consider issuance at its July 22 meeting and directed staff to issue public notice. View the staff report.
Alcoholic Beverages in Horseshoe Bay Park and Whytecliff Park: Council directed staff to bring forward an amendment to Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw No. 5118, 2021 to permit the consumption of liquor in designated areas of Horseshoe Bay Park and Whytecliff Park. View the Notice of Motion.
Next scheduled meetings:
- Committee of the Whole, June 17, 2024 at 6 p.m.
- Public Hearing, June 17, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Special Council Meeting, June 17, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Regular Council Meeting, June 24, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
Meeting type: Special Council MeetingProposed Park Dedication Bylaw No.5337, 2024 (Upper Lands): Council gave three readings to the Park Dedication Bylaw that would add 1,932 acres (781 hectares) to the district’s park system. View the staff report.
Ambleside Local Area Plan: Council received a report that outlined bylaw amendment procedures for the Ambleside apartment area, as modified, to initiate Zoning Bylaw amendment procedures to provide flexibility by increasing the floor area ratio (FAR) to 2.0 for apartment buildings in Ambleside’s RM1 and RM2 zones, and to recommend approval of a new District-wide Rental Replacement and Tenant Assistance Policy. Council resolved to defer consideration until its regular Council meeting. View the staff report.
Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
Meeting type: Public HearingCaulfeild Land Use Contract Area and Other Land Use Contract Sites: Council held a public hearing to receive public input on Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5301, 2024 that would include 5375 Headland Drive (Caulfeild Shopping Centre) within Development Permit Area BF-C8 “Local Commercial Sites” and create the Caulfeild Ground-Oriented Housing Development Permit Area Designation BF-B17, and on Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5321, 2024 that would amend zoning for the subject lands currently under land use contract including the creation of new zoning for the Caulfeild LUC area and minor amendments for the other LUC sites. View the staff reports and written submissions included in the Public Hearing Agenda. Council received 22 written submissions and 4 verbal submissions and adjourned the hearing.
Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingSidewalk Programming: Council received the Sidewalk Programming report for information, endorsed two sidewalk projects for 2024 and requested a workshop with staff to consider further sidewalk prioritization projects. View the staff report.
Bridge Asset Management Update: Council received the Bridge Asset Management report for information, endorsed the asset management strategy and directed that transportation related major structure and bridge asset funding requirements continue to be funded through the annual capital budgeting process. View the staff report.
Eagle Island Access Infrastructure: Council directed staff to prepare a bylaw to regulate the use of the district’s public access and dock infrastructure for Eagle Island, including conditions of use and enforcement measures, a permitting scheme and user fee for vessel moorage, and to report back to Council for consideration at a future meeting no later than Q3. View the staff report.
Council received 8 public comments relating to the access at Eagle Island.
Ambleside Local Area Plan: Council resolved to:
- Endorse the public consultation on the proposed Official Community Plan amendment, as required by the Local Government Act;
- Modify Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024 and gave it second reading as modified;
- Give first reading to Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5338, 2024;
- Give notice that a Public Hearing will be held on June 24, 2024 at 7 p.m. for proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5291, 2024 and proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5338, 2024; and
- Receive the “Rental Replacement and Tenant Assistance Policy 0164” for information, direct staff to consult with the Ambleside Tenant Association on such policy and report back to Council with amendments within 60 days for consideration.
View the staff report.
Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing: Council a received Zoning amendment bylaw, for consideration of first, second, third reading and final adoption, required to facilitate the provincially mandated requirement (by June 30) to accommodate small-scale, multi-unit housing options in land use zones that are otherwise restricted to single-family dwellings or duplexes. The motion to give the amending bylaw first reading was defeated by a majority vote of Council.
View the Bylaw.
Proposed Bylaw Amendments for the Caulfeild Land Use Contract Area and Other Land Use Contract Sites: Council resolved to give second and third reading to the following bylaws:
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5301, 2024;
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5321, 2024;
- Tree Bylaw No. 4892, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 5322, 2024;
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 4940, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 5318, 2024; and
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5251, 2023, Amendment Bylaw No. 5319, 2024.
View the Bylaws.
Notice of Motion for consideration on June 3: Council received a Notice of Motion from Councillors Watt and Cassidy regarding Alcoholic Beverages in Horseshoe Bay Park and Whytecliff Park. View the Notice of Motion.
Notice of Motion for consideration on June 24: Council received a Notice of Motion from Councillors Thompson and Snider regarding Pasco Road Foreshore Rezoning. View the Notice of Motion.
Release of decisions from May 27 closed Council meeting: Council released a resolution relating to requests for financial support from Kay Meek & West Vancouver Community Arts Council.
Next scheduled meeting: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.
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Date: Monday, May 13, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council MeetingProposed Zoning Amendment and Development Variance Permit to Allow Subdivision of 2550 Queens Avenue: Council received an application that seeks to amend the zoning, for property located at 2550 Queens, to facilitate subdivision to create a total of two lots, resulting in one single-family dwelling with one secondary suite on each lot. A zoning amendment is required to allow the subdivision as the proposed lots do not comply with the minimum lot area requirements and the variances seek to reduce a series of setbacks to enable the siting of the proposed buildings. Council directed staff to review and process the application, and to bring forward the necessary amendment bylaws for Council’s consideration. View the application details in the staff report.
Revision of proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw - Amendments for Land Use Contract Sites and Replacement Zoning for the Caulfeild Land Use Contract Area: Staff identified minor errors within proposed Zoning Bylaw 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No.5321, 2024 that is scheduled to receive second reading at the May 27 regular Council meeting. Council resolved to modify Bylaw No. 5321, 2024. View the detailed modifications in the staff report.
Appointment of Corporate Officer: Hope Dallas was appointed at Corporate Officer for the District of West Vancouver.
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Date: Monday, May 6, 2024
Meeting type: Public HearingPublic Hearing re: Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5328, 2024 (to Enhance Retail Diversity) would enhance retail diversity by amending the zoning bylaw to: 1) introduce definitions for “financial services”, “financial institution”, and “vape retail” uses, and prohibit vape retail in every zone; and 2) amend the AC1, AC2, and C2 zones in Ambleside and Dundarave’s commercial areas, to: add business or commercial school, fitness and body care, health care office, pet care establishment, and veterinary medical clinic to the existing list of uses which, combined, must not occupy more than 20% of the width of the ground (sidewalk level) floor of each block face; limit pharmacy use, including pharmacy in a retail store or health care office, to five locations in Ambleside and one location in Dundarave; and prohibit financial services use from locating on the ground (sidewalk level) floor.
View the public hearing notice and staff report.
Council received four written submissions and two verbal submissions and adjourned the hearing.
Date: Monday, May 6, 2024
Meeting type: Regular Council Meeting2024 Community Grants: Council approved the 2024 Community Grants Program grant allocations. View the staff report.
Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Permit for 14 Glenmore Drive: Council received an application for rezoning and associated development permit to facilitate a 6-unit multi-family/duplex development at 14 Glenmore Drive. Council resolved to receive the results of public consultation, gave 1st reading to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4985, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 5335, 2024 and Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5336, 2024, and set the date for the public hearing and concurrent public meeting to be held on June 17, 2024. View the staff report.
Housing Target Progress Report – Six-Month Report: Council received the Housing Target Progress Report that provides details on the number of new, demolished, and “in-stream” units from October 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024, as required by the Province’s new housing legislation. Council resolved to receive the report, have it published on the District’s website, and submitted to the BC Minister of Housing. View the staff report.
2229 Folkestone Way – Discharge Covenants Permitting Office Use: Council received a request to discharge of five Section 215 covenants that allow office use on the property located at 2229 Folkestone Way as the property is subject to an expiring land use contract and has been rezoned to add office use to the permitted uses and, therefore, the covenant will no longer be valid/necessary. Council approved the discharge of the covenants. View the staff report.
Delegation Request for North Shore Young Civic Forum (North Shore Community Resources): Council approved a request for delegation to appear at a future regular Council meeting. View details in the delegation request.
Report from Mayor and Councillors: Mayor Sager reported on on Council’s attendance at the Lower Mainland Local Government Association’s conference held in Whistler May 1-3, 2024.
