MeetingsMon, Sep 23, 20241h 25m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Authorized signing of the 2024–2034 Community Works Fund Agreement, unlocking $1,092,281 first‑year funds (Canada Community‑Building Fund).
- Gave 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings for rezoning 646 Atkins Ave to RS1; amenity contributions (Bylaw 2203).
- Gave 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings to Road Closure Bylaw 2205; authorized sale at $659.16/m² (967 Isabell).
- Rejected rezoning and subdivision at 939 Klahanie Drive; Mayor Goodmanson, Morley and Yacucha opposed (RR2→RR5).
- Directed staff to notice a temporary use permit for a personal service at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent.
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Gave all three readings to rezone 646 Atkins Road, approve parking changes and allow variance.
8.1.1 · 646 Atkins Road - Rezoning Application
Moved by Guiry, seconded by HarderDirected staff to notify consideration of a Temporary Use Permit for 2860 Turnstyle Crescent.
8.1.2 · 2860 Turnstyle Crescent - Temporary Use Permit
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by WagnerRejected consideration of rezoning for 939 Klahanie Drive.
8.1.3 · 939 Klahanie Drive - Rezoning Application
Opposed: Goodmanson, Morley, Yacucha (as recorded)Moved by Guiry, seconded by SzpakDirected staff to add the Sarah Beckett Memorial Run to events budget and support organizers.
9.1 · Notice of Motion from September 3, 2024 (Sarah Beckett Memorial Run)
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by YacuchaGave first, second and third readings to closing 967A Isabell Avenue; authorized sale at $659.16/m².
10.1 · Bylaw NO. 2205 "Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 (967A Isabell Avenue), 2024" (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Harder, seconded by MorleyAuthorized signing of the 2024–2034 Community Works Fund Agreement on behalf of the city.
11.1 · 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
Agenda
20 items · select one for details, debate and documents
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Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order.
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Territorial acknowledgement was read.
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Meeting conduct rules were read by staff.
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Council approved the agenda as presented.
Motions (1)
T HAT Council approve the agenda as presented.
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Members of the public spoke to items including 8.1.3 (939 Klahanie Drive) and 9.1 (Sarah Beckett Run funding).
Who spoke (12)
- Jesse Harris (Langford)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Supports the 939 Klahani project as a fit for the community and urges council to approve the multigenerational family housing proposal. - Wendy Hobbs (Luxon Road)Mixed · Housing and Sarah Beckett memorial
Supports multigenerational housing and sewer flexibility, and criticizes council for failing to respectfully discuss Sarah Beckett's memorial motion. - Lisa Foxall (Langford)Mixed · Sarah Beckett and park naming
Supports recognition of Sarah Beckett, questions the RCMP building delay and council spending, and urges naming Winnie's Park instead of Tiny Town. - Stephen Normore (La Torre)Asks · 939 Klahani proposal
Asks council to remove the clause barring additional suites and allow a carriage home on the 939 Klahani lots. - A resident (Willing Drive)Mixed · 939 Klahani proposal and septic systems
Supports allowing family homes with holding tanks, while urging safeguards against past septic failures and unmonitored additional residences. - Holly St. Cyr (Klahani)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Supports the Harris family's plan to bring elders together on one property and create a multigenerational home. - Jason French (Langford)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Supports the rezoning as a way to retain larger lots, add clustered density, protect ecosystems, and support managed growth. - A resident (Littoria)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Supports multigenerational housing as moderate density that can bring families together without adding substantial traffic or neighborhood hazards. - L Plomp (Langford)Supports · Sarah Beckett Run funding
Urges council to make Sarah Beckett Run funding a permanent annual budget item in recognition of Sarah Beckett and the community. - Sandy Seifert (Langford)Mixed · Parks naming, Sarah Beckett Run, and 939 Klahani
Requests corrected minutes and a transparent parks-naming policy, supports annual Sarah Beckett Run funding and the Harris home, and favors Winnie's Park. - Jess Patterson (Langford)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Supports bringing the Harris family together on one property and retaining large properties to preserve the area's scenic character. - Cindy Harris (Langford)Supports · 939 Klahani proposal
Clarifies that the application aims to make 939 Klahani a permanent multigenerational family home, not to sell land for profit.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Summary
Council adopted the recommendations for each Consent Agenda item.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.
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The minutes of the September 3, 2024 Council meeting were adopted as part of the Consent Agenda.
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The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee minutes were received as part of the Consent Agenda.
Documents (1)
Minutes of the SDAC meeting held September 9, 2024: committee considered three development applications (646 Atkins, 2860 Turnstyle, 939 Klahanie) and made recommendations to Council including rezoning and TUP decisions.
Sustainable Development Advisory Committee Minutes - September 9, 2024
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Page 10–186. REPORTS - Part 1 of 2
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Page 10–186. REPORTS - Part 2 of 2
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Page 10–187. ADJOURNMENT
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Page 10–18Summary
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.
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Council considered resolutions from the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee (September 9, 2024).
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Council proceeded with consideration of First, Second and Third Readings of Bylaw No. 2203 to rezone 646 Atkins Road, subject to specified contributions, covenants and engineering/site conditions.
Location
646 Atkins Road
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Proceed with consideration of First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2203, following public notification, to amend the zoning designation of the properties located at 646 Atkins Avenue from the R2 Zone to the RS1 Zone subject to the terms and conditions listed in the report; AND 2. Proceed with consideration of First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2203 to amend required parking for residential uses in Restricted Zones as described; AND 3. Authorize the Director of Development Services to issue a setback variance as described.
Documents (4)
Application to rezone 646 Atkins Avenue from R2 to RS1 to split-zone the property and create six additional small RS1 lots (retain front dwelling as R2 remainder); report outlines site, proposed subdivision, servicing, trees, policy review, amenity contributions and recommended conditions.
Staff Report to Sustainable Development Advisory Committee
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Page 19–33Executive Summary
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Page 19–33Background
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Page 19–33Site and Surrounding Area
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Page 19–33Surrounding Land Uses
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Page 19–33Commentary - Part 1 of 2
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Page 19–33Commentary - Part 2 of 2
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Page 19–33Multi-Modal Network
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Page 19–33Infrastructure
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Page 19–33Council Policy
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Page 19–33Financial Implications
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Page 19–33Legal Implications
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Page 19–33Options
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Page 19–33Submitted By
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Page 19–33Attachments
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Page 19–33Arborist assessment prepared by SouthShore Forest Consultants (initial Oct 11, 2023; revised July 19, 2024) documenting tree inventory on the 646 Atkins site, condition assessments, and recommended tree removals/protections related to the proposed subdivision.
Arborist Report – 646 Atkins Avenue, Langford, BC
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Page 35–46RE: Arborist Assessment and Report
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Page 35–46Observations / Discussion
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Page 35–46Tree Dynamics / Terms & Meanings
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Page 35–46Appendix A – Tree Inventory
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Page 35–46ATTACHMENTS
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Page 35–46Arborist Credentials
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Page 35–46Arborist Disclosure Statement
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Page 35–46Tree Assessment Condition Rating
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Page 35–46Appendix B – Site Photos
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Page 35–46Bylaw text to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 300 to implement rezoning for 646 Atkins Avenue (RS1) and to amend parking provisions for restricted zones plus schedule entries for amenity contributions.
Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 738 (646 Atkins Avenue) - Bylaw No. 2203
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Page 47–49Applicant slide presentation summarizing the 646 Atkins rezoning proposal: location, current site, proposed subdivision to RS1 (six small lots + remainder), community engagement feedback, comparison to R2, and conclusions supporting 'missing middle' housing.
646 Atkins Ave Rezoning Application - Presentation
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Page 50–59General Location
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Page 50–59Zoomed In Location
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Page 50–59What it is currently
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Page 50–59Proposal: “What we want to do”
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Page 50–59What it might look like
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Page 50–59Comparison to current R2 zoning
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Page 50–59Precedent / Neighbourhood Character
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Page 50–59Community Engagement
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Page 50–59Conclusion
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Page 50–59Summary
Council directed staff to provide notice that Council will consider issuing a three‑year Temporary Use Permit to allow a personal service home at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent, subject to conditions.
Location
2860 Turnstyle Crescent
Motions (1)
That Council direct staff to provide notice that Council will consider issuing a Temporary Use Permit to Erica Sorenson to operate a personal service home business from the applicant's townhome located at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent (Strata Lot 26, Section 1, Goldstream District, Strata Plan EPS4171, PID 030-540- 771), subject to the following terms and conditions: a. That the Temporary Use Permit is issued for a period of three years from time of issuance; b. That the operator of the business obtains a Business Licence from the City of Langford; and c. That the garage must be used for parking.
Documents (1)
Application for a Temporary Use Permit to allow a personal service (esthetics and permanent makeup) business to operate with client attendance from a townhome unit at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent; report reviews site context, zoning, history and recommends permit conditions.
Staff Report to Sustainable Development Advisory Committee
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Page 60–67Background
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Page 60–67Site and Surrounding Area
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Page 60–67Council Policy
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Page 60–67Commentary
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Page 60–67Options
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Page 60–67Submission and Concurrences
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Page 60–67Appendices
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Page 60–67Summary
Council voted not to consider the proposed rezoning of 939 Klahanie Drive (motion carried; Mayor Goodmanson, Councillors Morley and Yacucha opposed).
Location
939 Klahanie Drive
Motions (1)
THAT Council not consider the proposed rezoning of 939 Klahanie Drive from Rural Residential 2 (RR2) to Rural Residential 5 (RR5) to allow for a subdivision or the proposed variance to the requirements of a carriage house, given the Official Community Plan Refresh work that is currently underway.
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Notice of Motion items were presented.
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Council directed staff to add the Sarah Beckett Memorial Run as a line item in the Annual Community Events budget and to work with organizers to support growth and awareness.
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to add the Sarah Beckett Memorial Run as a line item in the Annual Community Events budget; AND THAT Staff work directly with event organizers to support the growth and general awareness of the event.
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Bylaw matters were considered.
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Council gave 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 (967A Isabell Avenue) and authorized execution of a Purchase and Sale Agreement at $659.16 per m².
Location
967A Isabell Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Give 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205, 2024 (967 Isabell Avenue); AND 2. Authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the applicant to sell the portions of closed road shown in Road Closure Plan EPP136672 for a purchase price of $659.16 per square metre.
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New business items were considered.
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Council authorized the Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign the 2024–2034 Community Works Fund Agreement on behalf of the City.
Motions (1)
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement under the Administrative Agreement on the Canada Community-Building Fund on behalf of the City of Langford.
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Council adjourned the meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting.