February 3, 2026

As mentioned in previous updates, on January 6, Council adopted a series of technical amendments to the Zoning Bylaw as part of the 2025 Housekeeping Update. These changes are intended to improve clarity, correct inconsistencies, and align zoning regulations with other municipal bylaws and policies. 

Key updates include clarified definitions for terms like Principal Residence and Tree Size, improved flexibility for accessory buildings used in agriculture, and a new gross floor area exemption for shared waste storage rooms in multi-unit residential developments. 

The amendments also adjust landscaping requirements, such as minimum soil volumes for trees and extended tree planting requirements for newer residential zones. Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are expanded to permit them in additional zones and on lots with legally non-conforming homes. 

More information can be found in the full report by District staff. 

July 22, 2025

On July 15th, Council reviewed a series of minor technical amendments to the Zoning Bylaw as part of the 2025 Housekeeping Update. These changes are intended to improve clarity, correct inconsistencies, and align zoning regulations with other municipal bylaws and policies. 

Key updates include clarified definitions for terms like Principal Residence and Tree Size, improved flexibility for accessory buildings used in agriculture, and a new gross floor area exemption for shared waste storage rooms in multi-unit residential developments. 

The amendments also adjust landscaping requirements, such as minimum soil volumes for trees and extended tree planting requirements for newer residential zones. Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are expanded to permit them in additional zones and on lots with legally non-conforming homes. 

Additional changes include updates to marine access standards for accessibility, clarified waste storage rules for developments with four or more units, and standardized setback distances for kennel uses. The bylaw also clarifies interior side yard setbacks for mixed-use buildings and expands permitted uses in certain industrial and mixed-use zones. New bike parking requirements are introduced for multi-unit housing. 

More information can be found in the full report by District staff.