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MattersEnvironmentBylaw No.1801First seen Aug 20, 2018Last discussed Sep 4, 2018

Soil removal and deposit bylaw amendment

Adopted

The amendment exempts rock taken from a development site to another Langford site for processing and then returned, provided the developer proves it is the same rock. This adjusts when a soil permit is required for rock processing.

Where it stands: Amendment adopted Sep 4, 2018.

Governing bylawNo. 1800In force

Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw

Get a soil permit before removing or depositing soil in Langford unless an exemption applies. The bylaw limits work hours, sets permit fees and expiry periods, and requires soil work to avoid hazards and protect waterways and nearby land.

Key rules and full textOfficial PDF

Background

Earlier and later steps of the same initiative.

  1. Jun 8, 2017 – Jun 19, 2017

    Soil removal and deposit rules

    The bylaw establishes city rules for soil removal and deposit. These rules govern activities that can affect land and surrounding areas.

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. September 4, 2018· Council

    Soil removal and deposit amendment adopted

    Adopted

    Final approval. The bylaw is now in force.

  2. August 20, 2018· Council

    First, second and third readings given to amendment

    Passed

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.

  3. August 20, 2018· Council

    Staff explain proposed soil permit exemption for processed rock

    Council gave first three readings to the Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw amendment (Bylaw 1801).

    Decision: Gave first three readings to the Soil Removal and Deposit bylaw amendment.

    Passed

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