PLEASE NOTE: By orders of the Provincial Health Officer, all individuals, places of work and businesses must significantly reduce their level of social interactions and travel until further notice. Therefore, this meeting will be conducted by electronic communications .
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL
Via Zoom Online Meeting Platform
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 7:00 pm
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND DECLARATION OF CONFLICT
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
3.1 Bob Brash, Executive Director - The Truck Loggers Association Pg 5 - 12 • The Value of Forestry
4. PROCLAMATIONS
4.1 Anti-Racism Awareness Week – May 23 - 29, 2021 Pg 13
4.2 Local Government Awareness Week – May 16 - 22, 2021 Pg 14
5. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETINGS
5.1 Minutes of the 7:00pm Regular Council Meeting of Pg 15 - 30 May 5, 2021 – For Adoption
5.2 Minutes of the 2:30pm Special Council Meeting of Pg 31 - 33 May 12, 2021 – For Adoption
5.3 Minutes of the 4:00pm Regular Council to Closed Meeting of Pg 34 - 35 May 12, 2021 – For Adoption
6. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
7. RECEIPT OF COMMITTEE / COMMISSION MINUTES AND REPORTS
7.1 Advisory Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of Pg 36 - 38 May 4, 2021 – For Receipt
7.2 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes of Pg 39 - 43 April 28, 2021 – For Receipt and Endorsement
7.3 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes of Pg 44 - 49 May 12, 2021 – For Receipt and Endorsement
8. BYLAWS
For Three Readings
8.1 Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021
(a) Report from Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer Pg 50 - 52
(b) Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw Pg 53 No. 225-5, 2021
For Second Reading
8.2 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (Sycoan Investments)
(a) Report from Sven Koberwitz, Acting Development Pg 54 - 57 Planning Manager
(b) Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (Sycoan Pg 58 Investments)
For Adoption
8.3 Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021
(a) Report from James Nyhus, Chief Building Official Pg 59 - 60
(b) Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 Pg 61 - 78
9. NEW BUSINESS
None.
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
10.1 Development Variance Permit 2021-05 (Cloutier) Pg 79 - 102 • Report from Marina Stjepovic, Community Planner
10.2 Proposal for Hackett Park from Sunshine Coast Pickleball Pg 103 - 107 Association • Report from Jayme Anderson, Parks Manager
10.3 Building Bylaw Contravention Notice – 4684 Sunshine Coast Pg 108 - 109 Highway • Report from James Nyhus, Chief Building Official
10.4 Request for Noise Bylaw 519, 2021 Variance – Sechelt Airport Pg 110 - 115 Runway Improvement and Extension Project • Report from Sanath Bandara, Manager of Municipal Construction and Infrastructure Renewal
10.5 Request for Additional Municipal RCMP Member Pg 116 - 119 • Report from David Douglas, Director of Financial Services
11. REPORTS FROM COUNCILLORS
11.1 Councillors’ Reports Verbal
11.2 SCRD Board – Council Representative Report Verbal
(a) SCRD Report from Councillor Toth Pg 120 - 126 12. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION/RELEASE OF CLOSED MEETING ITEMS
12.1 Council Correspondence – For Receipt Pg 127 - 133
13. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF EMERGENCY ITEMS
14. ADJOURNMENT
Public Question and Answer Period Item 3.1
Delegation Request May 19, 2021 – Regular Council Meeting
Bob Brash, Executive Director – The Truck Loggers Association
Representing the Truck Loggers Association, Bob Brash will present the District of Sechelt Mayor and Council with an overview of the value and importance of timber harvesting in Sechelt and the issues facing the forest industry today.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 5 TLA Presentation to Sechelt Council
May 19, 2021
District of Sechelt 1 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 6 Role of the TLA
• 78 Years of Advocacy • 500 members across BC, including 20 Community members, and 20 employees in Sechelt • Work with provincial government on policies and regulations affecting forest sector • Work towards improving overall prosperity of the industry • A strong and leading voice for the working forest community • Long-term sustainability of those working in forestry • Forestry education, scholarships
District of Sechelt 2 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 7 Who We Work With
• Provincial government • Major licensees • Labour • Value-added sector • BC First Nations Forestry Council • BC Forest Safety Council • WorkSafe BC • Forestry related associations
District of Sechelt 3 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 8 Challenges Moving Forward
• Overall investment climate in BC forest sector
• Long-term certainty of working forest
• Reducing overall cost structures and complexity
• Consistent information about the forestry sector
• Creating a collective vision for the forest sector
District of Sechelt 4 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 9 The Working Forest and Old Growth
• Flood of data and opinions • Lack of constructive dialogue and Polarized Debate • Who’s talking to who? • Harvesting is not always a “yes or no” proposition • Economic contributions remain significant • Broader vision for BC’s working forest and forestry sector • The TLA supports change; but the right changes
District of Sechelt 5 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 10 Opportunities for Collaboration and Cooperation
Firsthand information on forestry sector contributions, payrolls, and employees
Assist in public education and information
Assistance and coordination for forest policy review and development
Advocacy efforts with federal and provincial governments
Working towards a collective vision on improving overall forestry sector prosperity and healthy resource communities
District of Sechelt 6 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 11 Getting the Word Out
• Quarterly Truck LoggerBC magazine • Monthly Grapple Yarder e-newsletter • Annual convention + trade Show • Webinars • Member networking events • Semi-annual caucus meetings • Social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn
District of Sechelt 7 ©2013 Truck Loggers Association. All rights reserved.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 12 Item 4.1
PROCLAMATION ANTI-RACISM AWARENESS WEEK May 23 - 29, 2021
WHEREAS British Columbia is a culturally diverse province comprised of many peoples and communities; and WHEREAS anti-racism education helps people learn how to practice identifying, challenging, preventing, eliminating and changing the values, structures, policies, programs, practices and behaviours that perpetuate racism and hate; and WHEREAS history has shown that racism and discrimination are heightened in times of crisis and the global spread of coronavirus has triggered targeted and intensifying xenophobia and anti-Asian racism in cities across the world; and WHEREAS anti-Racism Awareness Week is an opportunity to focus on the need for governments, organizations and individuals in British Columbia to work together to educate and support anti-racism education in communities across the province; and WHEREAS the District of Sechelt strives to be a caring, inclusive, vibrant, safe, livable and just community; through embracing diversity, celebrating culture and creativity, fostering belonging and participation; and WHEREAS everyone deserves safe public spaces without the fear of discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability; NOW, THEREFORE,
I, Darnelda Siegers, on behalf of the District of Sechelt Council do hereby proclaim that May 23 - 29, 2021 shall be known as ANTI-RACISM AWARENESS WEEK in the DISTRICT OF SECHELT.
DARNELDA SIEGERS
Mayor
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 13 Item 4.2
PROCLAMATION LOCAL GOVERNMENT AWARENESS WEEK May 16 – 22, 2021 And ASSET MANAGEMENT AWARENESS DAY May 19, 2021
WHEREAS local governments have a direct impact on the day-to-day lives of people in communities by providing good governance, public services and stewardship of public assets and by fostering economic, social and environmental well-being; and WHEREAS local governments strive to deliver services sustainably, ensuring that current community service needs, and how those services are delivered, do not compromise the ability of future generations to meet their own needs through sound asset management practices; and WHEREAS local governments have an important role in serving, supporting and uniting people, especially during extraordinary and difficult times, and local governments and the government of British Columbia work together in times of crisis to keep communities healthy and safe, and to support economic recovery, deliver services and provide leadership and guidance; and WHEREAS Local Government Awareness Week is an opportunity to increase public awareness and understanding of local government roles and responsibilities, and local government awareness is sponsored and supported collaboratively by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, local government partner agencies and the government of British Columbia; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Darnelda Siegers, on behalf of the District of Sechelt Council do hereby proclaim that the week of May 16 to 22, 2021 shall be known as LOCAL GOVERNMENT AWARENESS WEEK And May 19, 2021, shall be known as ASSET MANAGEMENT AWARENESS DAY
in the DISTRICT OF SECHELT.
DARNELDA SIEGERS
Mayor
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 14 Item 5.1
DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Held via Zoom Online Meeting Platform Wednesday, May 5, 2021
PRESENT Mayor D. Siegers; Councillors J. Kuester; T. Lamb; M. McLean; B. Rowe; E. Scott; A. Toth
STAFF Chief Administrative Officer A Yeates; Director of Engineering and Operations K. Dhillon; Director of Planning and Development Services A. Allen; Director of Financial Services D. Douglas; Acting Development Planning Manager S. Koberwitz; Arts, Culture and Communications Coordinator S. Smith (partial attendance); Chief Building Official J. Nyhus (partial attendance); Manager of Financial Services B. Smith (partial attendance); Community Planner M. Stjepovic (partial attendance); Communications Manager J. Rogers (partial attendance); Corporate Officer J. Frank and Recording Secretary J. Chamberlain
In accordance with the orders from the Provincial Health Officer regarding COVID-19, the May 5, 2021 Regular Council meeting was conducted by electronic means.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the Regular Council Meeting to order at 7:00pm and acknowledged the meeting was being held on the traditional territory of the shíshálh Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Res. No. 2021-05A-1 – Moved/Seconded
That the Agenda be amended by moving Item 8.3, 2021 – 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 to before Item 8.2, 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021; and by including New Business Item 9.1, Sechelt Sewer Commission Bylaw and New Business Item 9.2, Letter to Minister Fleming; and by moving Item 10.1, 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and MNP Audit Findings to before Item 8.1, Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021; and
That the Agenda be adopted, as amended.
CARRIED
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3. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
3.1 Kim Darwin and David Reed, Coastal Workforce Housing Society – Short Term Rental Regulations
Kim Darwin introduced herself as Vice-Chair and Co-Founder of Coastal Workforce Housing Society (CWHS) and introduced David Reed, Chair of CWHS. They advised that:
• Median house prices have increased over 100% since 2016, causing mortgage payments and rental prices to increase. • Despite good incomes, many community members are unable to afford the purchase of a home on the Sunshine Coast, even though their rental costs exceed what their mortgage payment would be. • The mortgage financing definition of affordability means the cost for mortgage payment, property taxes and heat cannot exceed 39% of annual income. o Affordable rental costs are defined as 30% of annual income. • As a result of the shortage of rental stock, the Sunshine Coast is losing working age persons, and local employers are struggling to find and retain employees. • The request is for Short-Term rental (STR) regulations to ban off-site managed STR’s. • If STR regulations are implemented, it could result in owners listing their property for sale, owners may convert their STR to a long-term rental, owners may be dishonest and proceed as usual, or the home could be left vacant. • It is a myth that STR’s are needed to meet mortgage payments because STR income is not an acceptable source of income to qualify for residential mortgages as STR’s are considered a commercial operation. • Regulating STR’s will be one step closer to preserving local long-term rental housing stock and preserving the quality of residential neighbourhoods. • Parcels of land have not been available for CWHS projects, and the land costs and building costs have increased significantly. • Health services that will be needed by many in the near future will no longer be as accessible due to a lack of affordable housing. o Sechelt Hospital had informed that they have the need for at least 30 rental units for staffing. • STR’s have taken over most of the available rentals in the fragile market and implementing regulations on STR’s is important to do now. • The biggest challenge will be enforcement of regulations. • CWHS is available to assist with policy drafting and procedures.
In discussion it was noted:
• There is a challenge with enforcement under current regulations, and the key piece missing for regulations is the metrics of what to enforce. • STR’s are a fairly new phenomenon, and many other municipalities are developing STR policies to require on-site owners.
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• Bylaw regulations must be tailored to the community’s best interest. • It is unknown how many homeowners switched their STR to long-term rentals after their jurisdiction implemented regulations. • Bad experiences with renting and challenges with the Residential Tenancy Office have an affect on the willingness of homeowners to be landlords. • Council recognizes that a STR bylaw is needed, and the 2021 budget includes funding to begin that project.
The Mayor thanked Kim Darwin and David Reed for their presentation.
4. PROCLAMATIONS
None.
5. ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES OF COUNCIL
5.1 Minutes of the 7:00 pm Regular Council Meeting of April 21, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-2 – Moved/Seconded
That the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 21, 2021 be adopted, as presented.
CARRIED
6. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
None.
7. COMMITTEE / COMMISSION MINUTES AND REPORTS
7.1 Minutes of the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting of April 6, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-3 – Moved/Seconded
That the Minutes of the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting of April 6, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
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7.2 Minutes of the Special Committee of the Whole Meeting of April 21, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-4 – Moved/Seconded
That the Minutes of the Special Committee of the Whole Meeting of April 21, 2021 be received; and the following recommendations be endorsed:
2021 General Budget Review
(1) That the reports from the Director of Financial Services regarding 2021 General Budget Review be received. (2) That staff proceed with the preparation of the 2021 – 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw and bring it forward for Council’s consideration.
CARRIED
10.1 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and MNP Audit Findings
The Manager of Financial Services introduced her report. MNP Auditor, Cory Vanderhorst, CPA, CA provided an overview of the 2020 audit findings and it was further noted that:
• Total Liabilities is higher because of the provincial deferral of 2020 School Tax payments. o This caused an increased financial balance, and accounts payable balances, but would not have an impact on the liquidity ratio. • It is a good indicator that the financial assets to liabilities are increasing to 1.43; this means more financial resources are being collected to re-invest in future operations. • The depreciation value of capital assets is continuing to trend downwards; assets are aging. o By increasing taxes by 3% for Capital, it will start to address a more balanced ratio.
Res. No. 2021-05A-5 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Manager of Financial Services regarding the 2020 Draft Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and MNP Audit Findings Report be received; and that the District’s 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements be accepted as attached in appendix 1.
CARRIED 8. BYLAWS
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8.1 Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-6 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Director of Financial Services regarding Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
In discussion it was noted that:
• The Part-Time Operator for the Dusty Road site was not included in the budget, and therefore there were only 9 approved staffing positions for the District in 2021. • Staff will review the Schedule A within the Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw prior to bringing it forward to the 2022 budget deliberations.
Res. No. 2021-05A-7 – Moved/Seconded
That Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be read a first, second and third time.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-8 – Moved/Seconded
That Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be read a first time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-9 – Moved/Seconded
That Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be read a second time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-10 – Moved/Seconded
That Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be read a third time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
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8.3 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-11 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Director of Financial Services regarding 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-12 – Moved/Seconded
That the 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be read a first, second and third time; and
That Council hold a Special Council Meeting on May 12, 2021 at 2:30pm, to consider adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-13 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be read a first time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-14 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be read a second time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-15 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be read a third time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
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8.2 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-16 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Director of Financial Services regarding 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-17 – Moved/Seconded
That the District of Sechelt 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be read a first, second and third time.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-18 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be read a first time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-19 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be read a second time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-20 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be read a third time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
8.4 Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-21 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Chief Building Official regarding Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 21 District of Sechelt Minutes – Regular Council Meeting Page 8 of 16 May 5, 2021
In discussion it was noted:
• Concern was raised over the inclusion of language for a Foundation Permit as it may increase the risk of foundations being left and potentially require new purchasers to use that existing foundation, or have added costs to remove the foundation. o It would allow someone who is putting up a large building to go to pre-sale sooner, which would provide more certainty to a financial institute for funding to finish the large project. o It would only apply to complex larger buildings and not single-family dwellings and a security deposit would be required for 125 percent of the value of foundation.
Res. No. 2021-05A-22 – Moved/Seconded
That Building Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be amended by removing proposed Amendment Item 19., 5.3(1); 5.3(2); and 5.3(3) under Part 5 – APPLICATIONS FOR COMPLEX BUILDINGS.
DEFEATED
Res. No. 2021-05A-23 – Moved/Seconded
That third reading of Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be rescinded; and
That Council give third reading to Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021, as amended.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-24 – Moved/Seconded
That third reading of Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be rescinded this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-25 – Moved/Seconded
That Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be read a third time, as amended this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
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8.5 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-309, 2020 (Legion No. 140)
Res. No. 2021-05A-26 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Acting Development Planning Manager regarding Rezoning Application for 5546 Inlet Avenue (Legion No. 140) be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-27 – Moved/Seconded
That Council give third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-309, 2020 (Legion No. 140); and
That Council adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-309, 2020 (Legion No. 140).
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-28 – Moved/Seconded
That Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-309, 2020 (Legion No. 140) be read a third time this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-29 – Moved/Seconded
That Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-309, 2020 (Legion No. 140) be adopted this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
8.6 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-310, 2020 (Habitat for Humanity)
Res. No. 2021-05A-30 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Acting Development Planning Manager regarding Rezoning Application for 4465 Sunshine Coast Highway (Habitat for Humanity) be received.
CARRIED
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Res. No. 2021-05A-31 – Moved/Seconded
That Council adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-310, 2021 (Habitat for Humanity).
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-32 – Moved/Seconded
That Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-310, 2021 (Habitat for Humanity) be adopted this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
8.7 Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 575-2, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-33 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Chief Building Official regarding Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 575-2, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-34 – Moved/Seconded
That Council adopt Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 575-2, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-35 – Moved/Seconded
That Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 575-2, 2021 be adopted this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
8.8 Bylaw Notice Enforcement Implementation Amendment Bylaw No. 515-6, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05A-36 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Director of Planning and Development regarding Bylaw Notice Enforcement Implementation Amendment Bylaw No. 515-6, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
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Res. No. 2021-05A-37 – Moved/Seconded
That Council adopt Bylaw Notice Enforcement Implementation Amendment Bylaw No. 515-6, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-38 – Moved/Seconded
That Bylaw Notice Enforcement Implementation Amendment Bylaw No. 515-6, 2021 be adopted this 5th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED 9. NEW BUSINESS
9.1 Sechelt Sewer Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994
The Mayor noted that the Sechelt Indian Government District (SIGD) Council have appointed two members to the Sewer Commission, however, both appointees are not Elected Officials, as the District of Sechelt Sewer Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994 requires. Therefore, it is being requested that District of Sechelt Sewer Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994 be amended to remove the requirement.
In discussion it was further noted that the bylaw does not preclude either parties from having staff attend meetings, and that Sechelt Council will have the final decision on recommendations that may come forward from the Commission.
Res. No. 2021-05A-39 – Moved/Seconded
That staff amend District of Sechelt Sewer Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994 to remove the requirement that sewer commissioners appointed by the Sechelt Indian Government District be Sechelt Indian Government District Council members.
CARRIED
9.2 Letter to Minister Fleming – Ferry Service on Route 3
Councillor McLean brought forward a draft letter to consider sending to Minister Rob Fleming requesting that the Province inquire into increased ferry service for the Sunshine Coast in response to the public feedback recently received in light of the now cancelled BC Ferries Route 3 Reservation trial.
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It was noted that the draft letter presented to Council would be added to the District’s website under the Council agendas section.
Res. No. 2021-05A-40 – Moved/Seconded
Be it resolved that a letter be sent to Minister Rob Fleming advocating for increased service on Route 3 and requesting a study of options for increasing ferry service.
CARRIED Res. No. 2021-05A-41 – Moved/Seconded
That the letter to Minister Rob Fleming advocating for increased service on Route 3 and requesting a study of options for increasing ferry service, be forwarded to other local governments on the Upper and Lower Sunshine Coast for their endorsement.
CARRIED
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
10.2 2021 Drive-In Event
Res. No. 2021-05A-42 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Arts, Culture and Communications Coordinator regarding 2021 Drive-In Event be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-43 – Moved/Seconded
That Council identify The Arrowhead Clubhouse as the charity organization recipient of the Drive- In Movie ticket revenue.
CARRIED
10.3 Development Variance Permit (Pretty) at 5580 Trail Avenue
Res. No. 2021-05A-44 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Community Planner regarding a Development Variance Permit application for Pretty at 5580 Trail Avenue be received.
CARRIED
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In discussion it was noted that the setbacks proposed through the Development Variance Permit are one of the issues to deal with in working towards compliance and removing Notice on Title.
Res. No. 2021-05A-45 – Moved/Seconded
That Council authorize Development Variance Permit 2021-04 (Pretty) for the property LOT 18 BLOCK I DISTRICT LOT 303 PLAN 10318 at 5580 Trail Avenue to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987 Section 505. 1 (a) to reduce front yard setback along Medusa Street from 5.0 m to 4.96 m, and Section 505. 1 (d) to reduce the side yard setback along Trail Avenue from 3.0 m to 2.91 m and 2.83 m, as presented.
CARRIED
10.4 Licence to Occupy for PKLS Street Patio
Res. No. 2021-05A-46 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Community Planner and Corporate Officer regarding PKLS Burgers Inc. street patio, be received.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05A-47 – Moved/Seconded
That a Licence to Occupy agreement be entered into with PKLS Burgers Inc. to authorize the placement of a street patio on District right-of-way on Cowrie Street as delineated in the Licence Agreement as presented. Further, that the Mayor and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the Agreement; and
That a modification to the Licence to Occupy be added to include that the patio be open to the general public and not be exclusive to PKLS Burgers Inc. customers before the Licence to Occupy is signed by both parties.
CARRIED 10.5 Discontinuation of the Sechelt Business Watch Program
Res. No. 2021-05A-48 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Community Services Coordinator regarding the discontinuation of the Sechelt Business Watch program be received. CARRIED
The Mayor thanked staff and volunteers for all their efforts.
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Res. No. 2021-05A-49 – Moved/Seconded
That Council approve discontinuation of the Sechelt Business Watch program.
CARRIED
11. REPORT FROM NON-STANDING COMMITTEES, LIAISON APPOINTMENTS AND GENERAL REPORTS FROM COUNCIL
11.1 Reports from Councillors
Councillor Toth reported that he attended the April 29th Board of Variance meeting.
Councillor McLean reported that he had been actively engaged with discussions regarding BC Ferries. His report from the Emergency Housing Meetings had been included in the agenda package.
Councillor Scott reported that he attended the Board of Variance meeting and Advisory Planning Commission meeting.
Councillor Kuester reported that she attended the Advisory Planning Commission meeting. She attended the Sechelt Library Board meeting and noted the Board was elected, committees were formed, and the Library had received grant funding. She further noted that there are many different programs available to the community. Councillor Kuester acknowledged that May 5th is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people.
Mayor Siegers attended two poverty reduction forums for Sechelt and the rural areas and she noted that the information provided by those with lived experience had helped with building an informational report, with the hope it will assist in provincial grant applications. The report is anticipated to be available mid-June. She reported that she received her first Covid-19 vaccination and commended Councillor Rowe and those working in the vaccination clinics for their efforts they’ve made for the community. She also attended the Sunshine Coast Community Forest (SCCF) Board meeting and noted they have released a draft Operations Plan, which will be presented at the May 12, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting. SCCF is looking for public input on their Operations Plan - which is available on their website - until June 15, 2021.
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11.2 SCRD Board – Council Representative Report
Mayor Siegers reported that she attended the Let’s talk Water session, and noted that a comprehensive presentation on water projects is available on the SCRD’s website for those interested. She noted that a Sechelt specific Let’s talk Water session will be held on May 26, 2021, with a focus on a water metering program. She advised that an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) will be launched shortly for funding of water meters, and there will be advertisements of the AAP in upcoming newspapers. She attended the SCRD’s Long Service Awards for employees recognized for their years of employment milestones.
Councillor Toth reported that the Board provided a motion of support in principle for the BC Ferries Route 3 trial, and noted some issues with the public communication provided from BC Ferries. The Board sent a letter of partial support for the Helping Cities Lead Campaign, and passed a recommendation to direct funds from the online accommodation platform taxes towards a Regional Housing Coordinator position. Both the Regional Hospital District Board and the Regular Board received their draft auditors report. The Corporate and Administrative Services Committee discussed the Gas Tax Fund Program and eligible uses; the program is set to end in 2025 and a significant portion of funds have not yet been spent.
Mayor Siegers noted that many previous Regional District Boards had looked at utilizing Gas Tax funding for bike and pedestrian paths along the highway, but later discovered that one of the conditions to funding was that the land receiving improvements had to be owned by the Regional District. As a result, SCRD is in the process of signing an agreement with Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure for the use of Gas Tax funds.
12. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION/RELEASE OF CLOSED MEETING ITEMS
12.1 Release of Item from Closed
Res. No. 2021-05A-50 – Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Corporate Officer regarding release of resolution from the April 14, 2021 Closed Council meeting be received. Further, that the following Council resolution be confirmed in open meeting:
(1) That Council support in principle the proposed concept for BC Ferries Sunshine Coast Trial (Horseshoe Bay/Langdale).
CARRIED
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12.1 Council Correspondence
Res. No. 2021-05A-51 – Moved/Seconded
That Council Correspondence included on the May 5, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be received. CARRIED
In discussion it was noted that because Surrey is one of the biggest RCMP jurisdictions, by taking officers out of the general RCMP service line, it could have various financial implications on other BC municipalities.
Res. No. 2021-05A-52 – Moved/Seconded
That Council send a letter to Premier John Horgan and Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnworth, outlining concerns and asking for a pause on the Surrey Police Transition until further information can be provided.
CARRIED
13. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF EMERGENCY ITEMS
There were no emergency items brought forward.
14. ADJOURNMENT
Res. No. 2021-05A-53 – Moved/Seconded
That the Regular Council meeting of May 5, 2021 be adjourned at 9:09 pm.
CARRIED
Certified Correct:
______Darnelda Siegers, Mayor Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Held via Zoom Online Meeting Platform Wednesday, May 12, 2021
PRESENT Mayor D. Siegers; Councillors J. Kuester; M. McLean; B. Rowe and A. Toth
REGRETS Councillors T. Lamb and E. Scott
STAFF Chief Administrative Officer A Yeates; Director of Engineering and Operations K. Dhillon; Director of Planning and Development Services A. Allen; Director of Financial Services D. Douglas; Manager of Financial Services B. Smith; Communications Manager J. Rogers; Corporate Officer J. Frank and Recording Secretary J. Chamberlain
In accordance with the orders from the Provincial Health Officer regarding COVID-19, the May 12, 2021 Special Council meeting was conducted by electronic means.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the Special Council meeting to order at 2:31pm and acknowledged the meeting was being hosted on the unceded homeland of the shíshálh Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Res. No. 2021-05B-1 – Moved/Seconded
That the Agenda be adopted as presented. CARRIED
3. BYLAWS
Res. No. 2021-05B-2 – Moved/Seconded
That the reports from the Director of Financial Services regarding Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021, District of Sechelt 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021, and 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be received.
CARRIED
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3.1 Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05B-3 – Moved/Seconded
That Council proceed with consideration of adoption of Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05B-4 – Moved/Seconded
That Sewer User Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 426-16, 2021 be adopted this 12th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
3.2 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05B-5 – Moved/Seconded
That Council proceed with adoption of 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021.
CARRIED
Res. No. 2021-05B-6 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 – 2025 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 595, 2021 be adopted this 12th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
3.3 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021
Res. No. 2021-05B-7 – Moved/Seconded
That Council proceed with adoption of 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021.
CARRIED
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Res. No. 2021-05B-8 – Moved/Seconded
That 2021 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 596, 2021 be adopted this 12th day of May, 2021.
CARRIED
4. ADJOURNMENT
Res. No. 2021-05B-9 – Moved/Seconded
That the Special Council meeting of May 12, 2021 be adjourned at 2:37 pm.
CARRIED
Certified Correct:
______Darnelda Siegers, Mayor Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING held at via Zoom Online Meeting Platform Wednesday, May 12, 2021
PRESENT Mayor D. Siegers; Councillors B. Rowe; M. McLean; A . Toth, and J. Kuester
REGRETS Councillors E. Scott and T. Lamb
STAFF Chief Administrative Officer A. Yeates; Corporate Officer J. Frank and Recording Secretary J. Chamberlain ______
In accordance with the orders from the Provincial Health Officer regarding COVID-19, the May 12, 2021 Regular Council meeting was conducted by electronic means.
1. CALL TO ORDER The Mayor called the Regular Council meeting to order at 4:14pm and acknowledged that the meeting was being hosted on the traditional lands of the shíshálh Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3. BUSINESS ITEMS 4. BYLAWS 5. CLOSED SESSION Res. No. 2021-05C-1 – Moved/Seconded
“That the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to Section 90 (1)
(a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality; (g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; (j) information that is prohibited, or information that if it were presented in a document would be prohibited, from disclosure under section 21 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. of the Community Charter at 4:15 pm.”
CARRIED
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6. RECESS
The meeting recessed at 4:15 pm to go into a Closed portion.
7. RECONVENE
The meeting reconvened at 5:12 pm.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Res. No. 2021-05C-2 – Moved/Seconded
That the Regular Council Meeting of May 12, 2021 be adjourned at 5:12 pm. CARRIED
Certified Correct:
______Darnelda Siegers, Mayor Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Zoom Virtual Meeting Hosted from 5797 Cowrie Street, Sechelt, BC Tuesday, May 4, 2020
PRESENT Commissioners Randy Knill (Chair), Jonathan Baker, Ken Crozier, Darryl Brin, Archie Maclean, Sharif Senbel, Javier Siu, Joanne Van Ginkel, Dana Caple, and Scott Hanna
OBSERVING Councillors J. Kuester, E. Scott, M. Mclean, and Mayor D. Siegers
STAFF Director of Planning and Development, A. Allen; Planner, Sven Koberwitz; Recording Secretary, F. Bol
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Recommendation No. 1 – Agenda
Moved/Seconded
That the Agenda be adopted. CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Minutes of the April 6, 2020 Advisory Planning Commission Meeting
Recommendation No. 2 – Minutes of the April 6, 2021 Advisory Planning Commission Meeting
Moved/Seconded.
That the minutes of April 6, 2021 Advisory Planning Commission meeting be adopted. CARRIED
In discussion by APC members it was noted that file 3090-2021-05 Development Variance Permit Application for Micro-cannabis Use at 2224 Field Road (Cloutier) remains under review. Council will review the minutes of April 6, 2021 Advisory Planning Commission in an upcoming meeting to consider if a further referral to the APC is requested.
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Recommendation No. 3 - Minutes of the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting
Moved/Seconded.
That Council members attending the APC meeting be noted in the minutes as observers. CARRIED
4. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
None.
5. BUSINESS ITEMS AND REPORTS
5.1 3360-2020-02 Rezoning Application for Multi-Family Development on Mills Road (Westcor Lands)
S. Dunton (Applicant) and Nicholas Waissbluth (Architect for applicant) were noted as present in the gallery.
The Director of Planning and Development provided a brief overview of the application.
The Planner provided further comments and noted that: • Proposal revised from 44 townhouses and 12 secondary suites to 34 townhouses and 9 secondary suites; application now compliant with residential infill policies and OCP. • June 2020: Given permission to proceed; was reviewed by APC in July 2020. • December 9, 2020: Developer hosted a virtual public information meeting. • March 2021: Revised proposal submitted and reviewed by Council. • April 2021: Given first reading; referrals to include APC; applicant to have traffic study. • Onsite parking: 2 per townhouse unit and 1 per secondary suite; a total of 7 spaces for suites proposed with request for variance for 2 parking spaces. • Some units may be designated affordable housing with reduced parking requirements. • Preliminary landscape proposes retention of trees at Bligh, Mills and Christian Roads.
In discussion among APC members, the following comments were noted: • Affordable housing agreement and affordability level not yet determined. • Fire Department emergency access review required by the BC Building Code. • Stormwater discharge under District jurisdiction for Development Permit Area (DPA); Engineering to consider in development review process. • Comprehensive servicing plan forthcoming to Engineering Dept. Applicant responsible for upgrading frontage/ infrastructure adjacent to property (water pipes, culvert, etc.). • District encourages applicant to investigate EV charging stations.
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Commissioner Scott Hanna left the meeting at 6:30 pm.
• Mills Road duplex units have steeper roof pitches and design to integrate favorably with single-family neighbourhood and encourage variety within development. • Intent of front yard setback variance to bring townhouse units closer to street frontage and increase separation on east parcel lines.
Commissioner Scott Hanna returned to the meeting at 6:38 pm.
• Infrastructure plans presented are not fully developed; to be reflected in DP drawings. • Environment Management and Protection Bylaw No. 484, 2009 designates large trees as protected; site inventory created for tree retention; trees to be replaced where possible.
S. Dunton (Applicant) and Nicholas Waissbluth (Architect for applicant) noted that: • Application is for 34 townhouses with 9 lock-off suites. • DPA-8 guidelines encourage variety of housing mix; we were requested to provide variations in housing and responded with duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes. • Setbacks not placed further back to minimize a long, continuous wall of buildings. • Sidewalks will be required on road frontage; new sidewalks on Lot 12 to south; and new sidewalk north of Bligh to Jasper Roads in future phases.
Recommendation No. 4 - 3360-2020-02 Rezoning Application for Multi-Family Development on Mills Road (Westcor Lands)
Moved/Seconded
Pursuant to application 3360-2020-02 Rezoning Application for Multi-Family Development on Mills Road (Westcor Lands) the APC recommends the development proceed subject to consideration of: • EV chargers • Roof pitches and diversity of • Stormwater drainage appearance and housing form • Sidewalks • Approval of landscape selection • Waste Disposal • Protect existing trees CARRIED
6. ADJOURNMENT
The Advisory Planning Commission meeting of May 4, 2021 was adjourned at 7:00 pm.
______Randy Knill, Chair Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING held via Zoom Online Meeting Platform Wednesday, April 28, 2021
PRESENT Mayor D. Siegers; Councillors J. Kuester; T. Lamb; M. McLean; A. Toth and E. Scott (partial attendance)
REGRETS Councillor B. Rowe
STAFF Chief Administrative Officer A. Yeates; Director of Planning and Development Services A. Allen; Director of Financial Services D. Douglas; Director of Engineering and Operations K. Dhillon; Community Planner M. Stjepovic (partial attendance); Manager of Development Engineering and Sustainability M. Lee; Corporate Officer J. Frank and Recording Secretary J. Chamberlain
In accordance with the orders from the Provincial Health Officer regarding COVID-19, the April 28, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting was conducted by electronic means.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Siegers called the Committee of the Whole Meeting to order at 3:00 pm and acknowledged that we live and play on the territory of the shíshálh Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Recommendation No. 1
Moved/Seconded
That the agenda be adopted. CARRIED
3. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
None.
4. NEW BUSINESS
None.
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5. BUSINESS ITEMS 5.1 Housing Needs Report Implementation Framework – Next Steps
The Director of Planning and Development provided a brief summary of the recent history of the Housing Needs Assessment and how the Housing Needs Report Implementation Framework strategy and priorities were created.
In discussion it was noted:
• Recommendations could be implemented through the Zoning Bylaw by increasing density allowances in some zones, create pre-zoned areas for the ease of development applications and/or by updating accessory dwelling definitions to include more unit types. o By implementing recommendations through the Zoning Bylaw, it could provide incentive for development through regulation. o The Zoning Bylaw may not address all issues, but can be an option to implement some recommendations. • Garden suites are a good option for gradual increased density and can increase the rental stock. • Currently, the Zoning Bylaw is restrictive in only permitting 1 secondary suite per house. • There are many illegal suites in the Sechelt area. o The Appraisal Institute of Canada has been told they are no longer allowed to include suites within the appraisal if the suite is not legal. • The Official Community Plan would support accessory dwellings on smaller properties. • Consultant assistance to move forward with implementing the recommendations would be needed as the Planning department is currently understaffed and immersed with the responsibilities created by the increase in development and the active housing market. • Implementing some recommendations within the Zoning Bylaw will be key to moving forward and addressing the housing crisis.
Recommendation No. 2
Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Community Planner and Director of Planning and Development titled Housing Needs Implementation Framework – Next Steps, be received; and
That Council direct staff to implement the Housing Needs Implementation Framework, where possible, in the short and long term.
CARRIED
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5.2 Recreational Vehicle (RV) Sani Station Location
The Manager of Development Engineering and Sustainability provided an overview of Recreational Vehicle Sani-Station proposed site locations, information received from other BC municipalities that have a Sani-Station location(s), anticipated operation/maintenance needs and costs, system options and cost recovery.
In discussion it was noted:
• Since the agenda has been published, Sechelt Inlet Crescent has been identified as a potential location as it is a feasible option that is easiest overall to service and would not cause nuisance or traffic congestion. o Consultation with the neighbouring businesses would be required. • It is not anticipated the Sani-Station would be an onerous facility for operation/maintenance. • It was suggested there may be another potential location at the Porpoise Bay Wharf as the sanitary pump infrastructure is already there for boats. o Consideration of traffic congestion and the compatibility of infrastructure would need to be reviewed. • SCRD drilled a test well on Dusty Road near Lot L, which could provide the option to use pumped water instead of potable water for wash down. o Using a ground water well option could add a significant cost for insulation. • Staff will review the potential to include an added facility to accept larger amounts of garbage from weekend visitors. • Depending on the size of RV, it can take between 10 - 35 minutes to empty its sewage. • If a more central location is chosen, it may create economic benefit for local businesses. • Concern was raised on the proposed option of Rosina Giles Way as it is green space, is already a congested area, and there are no parking options for larger vehicles nearby. • It was suggested there may be another potential location to consider on District-owned land at Trail Avenue and Ebbtide Street. o Staff explored this location and noted there are many factors to this location that make it not financially feasible. • Consideration of the current traffic and future remediation work for the Sechelt landfill and the width of road allowance must be included when reviewing the Dusty Road option.
Recommendation No. 3
Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Manager of Development Engineering and Sustainability regarding the location of the RV Sani Station be received. CARRIED
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Recommendation No. 4
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee refer potential locations for a RV Sani Station back to staff for a report back with further analysis on the Lot L – Dusty Road and Sechelt Inlet Crescent locations.
AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING:
Recommendation No. 5
Moved/Seconded
That the recommendation be amended to additionally include, ‘That staff review any other potential location options within the District.’.
WITHDRAWN
Recommendation No. 6
Moved/Seconded
That Recommendation No. 4 be amended to additionally include, ‘That staff identify up to a maximum of three options for a Sani Station location and report back to the Committee’.
CARRIED
Recommendation No. 4
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee refer potential locations for a RV Sani Station back to staff for a report back with further analysis on the Lot L – Dusty Road and Sechelt Inlet Crescent locations; and
That staff identify up to a maximum of three options for a Sani Station location and report back to the Committee.
CARRIED
Councillor Scott joined the meeting at 4:03pm.
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6. ADJOURNMENT
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee of the Whole meeting of April 28, 2021 be adjourned at 4:09 pm.
CARRIED
Certified Correct:
______Darnelda Siegers, Mayor Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING held via Zoom Online Meeting Platform Wednesday, May 12, 2021
PRESENT Mayor D. Siegers (Chair); Councillors J. Kuester; M. McLean; B. Rowe and A. Toth
REGRETS Councillors E. Scott and T. Lamb
STAFF Chief Administrative Officer A. Yeates; Director of Engineering and Operations K. Dhillon; Director of Planning and Development Services A. Allen; Director of Financial Services D. Douglas; Arts, Culture and Communications Coordinator S. Smith; Corporate Officer J. Frank and Recording Secretary J. Chamberlain
In accordance with the orders from the Provincial Health Officer regarding COVID-19, the May 12, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting was conducted by electronic means.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the Committee of the Whole Meeting to order at 3:00 pm.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Recommendation No. 1
Moved/Seconded
That the agenda be adopted as presented.
CARRIED
3. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
3.1 Betty Baxter and Pat Feindel, Consultants – Poverty Reduction Strategy Development Update
The Mayor introduced Betty Baxter and Pat Feindel as consultants hired by the Sunshine Coast Resource Centre to create a Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS) Development Program. Ms. Baxter provided a brief overview of how the PRS was developed and areas that were focused on. It was further noted that:
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• The PRS project began in October 2020 and a final report will be released June 30, 2021. • An Advisory Committee collected data from a number of past reports done on poverty. • Survey responders all indicated wanting to work together on addressing poverty, but there are no mechanisms to collaborate. • During the research, it was discovered that there was also an accountability crisis as much of the information and actions within previous reports were not acted upon. o The We Envision report from 2012 warned the current crises would happen if no action were taken. • It is requested of Council to thoroughly review the draft report and add input so that the report can be something that can be collaboratively acted upon and include accountability. • The top four recommendations within the report are: establish a regional Social Planning Table; establish a Housing Planning Table; accountability and support of the transition of child care services to the school districts; and a communications strategy. • The collective vision that came from the Coming Together on Poverty public forums was that everyone wants to be a Champion of Change. • Hopeful the project will position local governments for success in future funding opportunities to address some of the issues outlined. • The presentation was ended with a quote from the Tamarack Institute, ‘Everyone wants this to be deferred to non-profits. The Provincial funding is not going to come to non- profits, it’s going to come through UBCM to municipalities. So, we need to keep our municipalities very close to our solutions and yet we need those solutions to go across jurisdictions and across service providers so that we’re not duplicating our efforts.’
In discussion it was further noted:
• The proposed Social Planning Coordinator position is typically employed through the local government, but on a temporary basis, the position could reside with a non-profit organization. o It is hoped that long-term there would be a Social Planning Council with a Steering Committee comprised of Elected Officials that would take on the responsibility of the SPC position. • It is believed that the missing piece to acting on the 2012 We Envision report, was the lack of a Social Planning Table to communicate and collaborate with governments, different organizations and service providers to address the issues. o It is possible that funding for projects that addressed some of the issues was missed because funding applications were not done collaboratively. • The next steps are to meet with the Advisory Council, review feedback, statistics and poverty stories provided and then merge that information to create a final report. • The Mayor noted that she has put in a request to MLA Nicholas Simons’ office to find out what grant opportunities are still available to help. • The offices of MLA Nicholas Simons and MP Patrick Weiler have been kept updated on the progress of the PRS.
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Recommendation No. 2
Moved/Seconded
That the Poverty Reduction Strategy Progress Report be received.
CARRIED
The Mayor thanked Betty Baxter and Pat Feindel for the report and presentation.
3.2 Sunshine Coast Community Forest Ltd. – Five-Year Operating Plan
David King introduced himself as Interim Chair and Director of the Sunshine Coast Community Forest (SCCF) Board, and further introduced Director Kathleen Suddes and Operating Manager Warren Hansen. He noted acknowledgment and appreciation for living and operating on the unceded homelands of the shíshálh Nation.
The delegation collaboratively provided an overview of the history and operations of the Sunshine Coast Community Forest and reviewed the Sunshine Coast Operations Plan including: environmental inventories and values; community values; Community Stewardship values; ecosystem management; new concepts introduced; and a review of interpretation of an operations map and block table schedules. It was further noted:
• The total tenure areas are located in Halfmoon Bay, Angus/Burnett area and Wilson Creek. • SCCF is legislatively required to harvest 20,000m3/year. • One single tree will live through 5 generations of the community, 20 rotations of government, and several Community Forest Managers. • There are many values to manage and balance with three broad themes: environment, community needs and provincial requirements. • SCCF is embarking on a new management approach and a shift from a primarily industrial model of timber extraction to a more sustainable approach through ecosystem management, variable retention, community collaboration and Community Stewardship values. • Extended rotation is when trees are left behind from a timber extraction in order to provide high quality timber products for future generations. • The Community Forest Operations Plan (CFOP) is a voluntary and living document to help ensure the implementation and communication of ecosystem understanding and resiliency as well as community stewardship and values. o The CFOP is currently in draft form while community feedback is received up until June 15, 2021. o The SCCF is holding a virtual public Open House held via Zoom on May 13, 2021 at 4pm, to present the CFOP. o The SCCF Board will review and approve the CFOP on June 30, 2021.
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• If the status of a block location is listed for the first time, its status is ‘Proposed’ and will go through public review and feedback. • Age Class is broken down into approximate 20-year increments; If it is classified as Age Class 9, it is 251 years old and older, making it considered ‘Old Growth’, which as per SCCF’s policy, will not be harvested. • The draft CFOP is available on www.sccf.ca, and hard copies are available at the Sechelt and Gibsons public libraries.
In discussion it was further noted:
• The draft CFOP reflects harvesting of 140,000m3 over 5 years; this is pre-engineering and pre-community feedback and there is room for adjustments. o 15-20% of the gross area is left for retention. • Council has received a lot of community feedback through emails with regards to cut blocks included in the Wilson Creek tenure area. o These blocks are planned 4 years from now and the CFOP is a fluid report. o The shíshálh Nation Land Use Plan may affect various methods of operation within the CFOP and the shíshálh Nation is being consulted.
Recommendation No. 3
Moved/Seconded
That the draft Sunshine Coast Community Forest Ltd.’s Five-Year Operating Plan be received.
CARRIED Council thanked the delegation for their presentation.
4. NEW BUSINESS
None.
5. BUSINESS ITEMS 5.1 COVID-19 Safe Restart Fund Grant Policy
Recommendation No. 4
Moved/Seconded
That the report from the Arts, Culture and Communications Coordinator regarding COVID-19 Safe Restart Fund Grant Policy be received.
CARRIED
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In discussion it was noted:
• There are a few organizations that have important and larger projects that would benefit the community that would be eligible for the use of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds and the proposed policy section 4. Maximum Grant Award may be too limited. o The program was intended to provide smaller grants to organizations who were impacted by Covid-19 and need immediate financial assistance. • In the Community Investment Program Committee meeting minutes, there was a recommendation for the use of $10,000 of the COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds for Arrowhead Clubhouse. • There needs to be a limit of funds available as the District also has operational needs for the use of the COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. • The Federal government has many initiatives and funding opportunities for non-profit organizations impacted by Covid-19. o The impacts of Covid-19 are ongoing and funding provided may not have met the needs of some organizations. • There would need to be more refinement on what projects Council would consider eligible of a larger grant value. • Sunshine Coast Community Services Society (SCCSS) has many eligible programs and is now responsible for the fundraising and grant applications for Arrowhead Clubhouse, and Section 3.1 of the proposed policy would restrict SCCSS to only submitting one application.
Recommendation No. 5
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee recommend that Council allocate $100,000 of the COVID-19 Safe Restart Fund for Local Governments to a grant program for local not-for-profit and charitable organizations; and
That a revision to COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant for Non-Profits and Charities Policy No. 2.5.7 be made under Section 4.1 to change the budget amount and Section 4.2, to change the maximum amount awarded and that the Committee recommend Council adopt the policy “2.5.7 COVID- 19 Safe Restart Grant for Non-Profits and Charities”, as amended.
WITHDRAWN
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Recommendation No. 6
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee recommend that Council allocate $100,000 of the COVID-19 Safe Restart Fund for Local Governments to a grant program for local not-for-profit and charitable organizations;
CARRIED
Recommendation No. 7
Moved/Seconded
That Business Item 5.1, COVID-19 Safe Restart Fund Grant Policy 2.5.7 be deferred to the May 26, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting.
CARRIED
6. ADJOURNMENT
Moved/Seconded
That the Committee of the Whole meeting of May 12, 2021 be adjourned at 4:10 pm.
CARRIED
Certified Correct:
______Darnelda Siegers, Mayor Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Corporate Officer
SUBJECT: Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021
FILE NO: 3900-225-5, 2021
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. That the report from the Corporate Officer regarding Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021, be received.
2. That Sechelt Indian Government District Councillor Corey August and SIGD Manager Peter Jmaeff be appointed to the Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission.
3. That Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021 be read a first, second and third time.
PURPOSE To consider giving three readings to Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Direct that amendments be made to Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021. 3. Defer pending some other action.
DISCUSSION
Context/Background The District received the attached letter advising that the Sechelt Indian Government District (SIGD) Council has appointed its representatives to the Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission. The current Commission Bylaw prescribes that “two voting members of the SIGD Council” be appointed to the Commission annually by the SIGD Council. Since one of SIGD Council’s appointees is not a voting SIGD Council member, it would be appropriate for the Sewage Facilities Commission bylaw to be amended to allow for a different membership composition. Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 255-5, 2021 is therefore brought forward for Council’s consideration of giving it three readings.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 50 Strategic Plan Goal # 6.1 - Operating and communicating in a timely manner with transparency and accountability following best practices for local government.
Policy Implications There are no policy implications.
Financial Implications There are no financial implications.
Communications Once Sewage Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 255-5, 2021 is adopted, it will be consolidated with the main Commission Bylaw and published on the District’s web page.
Respectfully submitted, Jo-Anne Frank Corporate Officer
Attachments: 1 - Letter dated May 10, 2021 from Sechelt Indian Government District
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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SECHELT INDIAN GOVERNMENT DISTRICT
May 10, 2021
Mayor Darnelda Siegers 2nd Floor, 5797 Cowrie Street, P.O Box 129, Sechelt, BC, V0N-3A0
Re: SIGD Sewer Commission Representatives
I am writing to advise the Sechelt Indian Government District Council appointed the following Councillor and Staff person to the Sewer Commission:
Councillor Corey August SIGD Manager Peter Jmaeff
We look forward to a successful outcome from the start-up of the Commission.
Regards,
Rochelle Jones, CAO Lead
Cc: Councillor Corey August Peter Jmaeff SIGD Manager
PO Box 740, Sechelt, B.C. VON 3AO Tel: 604.885.2273 Toll Free: 1.866.885.2275 Fax: 604.885.3490 Email: [email protected] District of Sechelt
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT
Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021
Being a bylaw to amend Sewage Facilities Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994 to change membership composition
WHEREAS the Council of the District of Sechelt previously adopted Sewage Facilities Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed appropriate to amend the membership composition of the Commission;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the District of Sechelt in open meeting assembled hereby enacts as follows:
TITLE
1. This bylaw may be cited as “Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 225-5, 2021”.
AMENDMENT
2. Section 2(1)(b) of Sechelt Sewage Facilities Commission Bylaw No. 225, 1994, as follows:
“Two voting members of the S.I.G.D. Council appointed annually by the S.I.G.D Council.” is deleted and replaced with the following:
“Two voting members appointed annually by the SIGD Council.”
READ A FIRST TIME THIS DAY OF 2021 READ A SECOND TIME THIS DAY OF 2021 READ A THIRD TIME THIS DAY OF 2021 ADOPTED THIS DAY OF 2021
______Mayor Corporate Officer
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Acting Development Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Rezoning Application for 1862 Cosyan Place (Sycoan Investments) Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021
FILE NO: 3360-2020-07
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. That the report from the Acting Development Planning Manager regarding Rezoning Application for 1862 Cosyan Place (Sycoan Investments) be received.
2. That Council give second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (1862 Cosyan Place), as amended.
3. That Council authorize staff to schedule a Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (1862 Cosyan Place).
PURPOSE Council gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 on February 17, 2021. Staff have referred the application to relevant stakeholders and agencies and all comments received are now provided for Council consideration. The intent of the application is to allow the existing building to be used for Micro-Production and Micro-Cultivation of Cannabis.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Defer the application pending additional information as directed. 3. That Council reject the application.
DISCUSSION
Background At the February 17, 2021 Council meeting staff presented a rezoning application for 1862 Cosyan Place to reduce the minimum lot size required for Cannabis Micro-Production/ Cultivation from 3,000 m2 to 2,000 m2.
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At the meeting the following resolution was passed:
That Council give first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (Microcannabis); and
That staff refer the application to relevant stakeholders, agencies, and the Advisory Planning Commission for comment. Staff subsequently referred the application to relevant stakeholders and agencies as well as the Advisory Planning Commission. A minor change to the title of the bylaw is proposed for clarity. Figure 1 Location Map
Table 1: Site Information Applicant / Owner David Brierley, and Creus Engineering / Sycoan Investments Ltd. Civic Address 1862 Cosyan Place Legal Description Lot 2, Block 1, DL 1603, Plan LMP28477, PID: 023-431-849 Size of Property ~2,004 m2 DP Areas DPA 10 – Industrial/Business Park Uses Zoning Designation Existing: I-5 Proposed: I-5 with site-specific regulations OCP Designation Business Industry
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Referral Comments The proposed bylaw was referred to various agencies, internal departments, and the APC for comments. A summary of comments is provided below.
Table 2: Referral Comments Advisory Planning Commission The application was considered at the March 2, 2021 APC meeting where members passed a recommendation supporting the application. BC Hydro No concerns. Vancouver Coastal Health An assessment from an engineer is recommended to determine if the existing sewerage system is adequate for potential increased flows or changes to wastewater characteristics associated with cannabis production. The Sewerage System Regulation (SSR) requires every owner who wants to construct, alter or repair a sewerage system to retain the services of an Authorized Person (AP). An AP is a Professional or a Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner (ROWP). SCRD No concerns. Sechelt Fire Department No concerns.
Staff will require an assessment from a qualified engineer to confirm that the existing sewerage system is adequate for the proposed use. This assessment must be provided prior to public hearing. No other significant issues have been identified through the referral process and staff recommend proceeding to public hearing.
Strategic Plan The application supports the following Council strategic priorities: Promoting Economic Prosperity
Policy Implications Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) This application meets the intent of the Economic Sustainability goal by considering a limited site-specific amendment for an existing industrial property (while still protecting the industrial land base) that is suitable for a micro-cannabis operation. Official Community Plan This development meets the applicable goals and policies of the OCP and the Business Industry land use designation.
Financial Implications N/A
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Communications If the proposed bylaw is given second reading a public hearing will be scheduled in accordance with the Local Government Act and the Planning & Development Procedures Bylaw No. 566, 2018. Due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic the public hearing will be held virtually on the Zoom meeting platform in accordance with COVID-19 protocols.
There is also the potential for Council to consider waiving the public hearing (after second reading) given that the proposed rezoning is consistent with the OCP as per Section 464(2) of the Local Government Act. If Council chooses the option to waive the public hearing staff offer an alternative recommendation:
3. THAT Council waive the public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (1862 Cosyan Place) in accordance with Sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act.
Respectfully submitted,
Sven Koberwitz Acting Development Planning Manager
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (1862 Cosyan Place)
Being a bylaw to amend District of Sechelt Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987
WHEREAS the Council of the District of Sechelt deems it necessary to amend the District of Sechelt Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987; AND WHEREAS the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 492, 2010; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the District of Sechelt in open meeting assembled enacts as follows:
TITLE
This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 25-311, 2021 (1862 Cosyan Place)”.
PROVISIONS
1. That the provisions of this bylaw amendment only apply to the parcel listed in Section 2. 2. That the I-5 (Industrial 5) zone be amended by adding the following new section: “740A. SITE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS a) The minimum lot area regulation in Section 327(3)(e) in Cannabis, Micro-production and Micro-cultivation – Industrial Areas is reduced from 3,000 m2 to 2,000 m2 only for the property legally described as LOT 2 BLOCKS 1 to 3 NORTH EAST ¼ and SOUTH EAST ¼ of DISTRICT LOT 1603 GROUP 1 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT PLAN LMP28477 (PID: 023- 431-849) addressed as 1862 Cosyan Place.”
READ A FIRST TIME THIS 17TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2021 READ A SECOND TIME THIS DAY OF , 2021 PUBLIC HEARING HELD THIS DAY OF , 2021 READ A THIRD TIME THIS DAY OF , 2021 ADOPTED THIS DAY OF , 2021
Mayor Corporate Officer
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Chief Building Official
SUBJECT: Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021
FILE NO: 3900
RECOMMENDATIONS 1. That the report from the Chief Building Official regarding Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409-8, 2021 be received. 2. That Council adopt Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021.
PURPOSE To consider adoption of Building Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Direct staff to make additional amendment(s) to the Bylaw. 3. Defer pending some other action.
DISCUSSION
Context/Background Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021 was presented to Council for first, second and third readings at the April 21, 2021 Regular Council meeting; upon review of the Building Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021, Council resolved that item 7 should only apply to the Life/Safety requirements of the current edition of the BC Building Code where buildings are being renovated with a construction value of greater than 50% of the assessed value of the building. Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021 was amended as Council directed and the bylaw received third reading at the May 5, 2021 Regular Council meeting. It would now be appropriate for Council to consider adoption of the bylaw.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 59 Strategic Plan The bylaw amendment aligns with Council Strategic Priorities; 6. Improving Governance and Communications 6.1 Operating and communicating in a timely manner with transparency and accountability following best practices for local government.
Policy Implications There are no policy implications.
Financial Implications None.
Communications Once adopted, the amending bylaw will be published on the District Website and consolidated with the original bylaw.
Respectfully submitted, James Nyhus
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 - 8, 2021
Being a bylaw to amend District of Sechelt Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003
WHEREAS the Community Charter authorizes the District of Sechelt, for the health, safety and protection of persons and property to regulate the construction, alteration, repair, or demolition of buildings and structures by bylaw;
AND WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia has adopted a Building Code under the Building Act and Regulation to govern standards in respect of the construction, alteration, repair, and demolition of buildings in municipalities and regional districts in the Province;
AND WHEREAS the District of Sechelt has previously adopted Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003;
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the District of Sechelt in open meeting assembled enacts as follows:
TITLE
1. This bylaw may be cited for all purposes as, “Building Amendment Bylaw No. 409 – 8, 2021”.
AMENDMENTS
2. Section 1.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The following words and terms have the meanings set out in Section 1.1.3.2 of the British Columbia Building Code 1998: assembly occupancy, building, building area, building height, business and personal services occupancy, care or detention occupancy, constructor, coordinating registered professional, designer, field review, high hazard industrial occupancy, industrial occupancy, low hazard industrial occupancy, major occupancy, mercantile occupancy, medium hazard industrial occupancy, occupancy, owner or agent, registered professional, and residential occupancy.”
is deleted and replaced with the following:
“The following words and terms have the meanings set out in the definitions of the current edition of the British Columbia Building Code: assembly occupancy, auxiliary water supply, building, building area, building height, business and personal services occupancy, care or detention occupancy, constructor, coordinating registered professional, designer, field review, high hazard industrial occupancy, industrial occupancy, low hazard industrial occupancy, major occupancy, mercantile occupancy, medium hazard industrial occupancy, plumbing system, occupancy, owner or agent, registered professional, and residential occupancy.”
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3. Section 1.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Building Code means the British Columbia Building Code 1998 as adopted by the Minister pursuant to section 692 (1) of the Local Government Act, as amended or re- enacted from time to time.”
is deleted and replaced with the following in alphabetical order:
“Building Code means the current edition of the British Columbia Building Code as adopted by the Minister pursuant to the Building Act, as amended or re-enacted from time to time.”
“Retaining Structure means a wall, or a series of walls constructed for the purpose of supporting or confining soils 1.2 meters or greater in height or less than two horizontals to one vertical setback ratio.”
4. Section 1.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Sprinkler System means a functional sprinkler system to the appropriate N.F.P.A. standard of the National Fire Protection Association Regulations, as amended from time to time.”
is deleted and replaced with the following:
“Sprinkler System means a functional sprinkler system, including Standpipes, to the appropriate NFPA standard of the National Fire Protection Association Regulations as referenced in the Building Code.”
5. Section 1.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Value of Construction means the completed building value of all construction or work related to the building including finishes, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, fire extinguishing systems, elevators, and any other building service equipment and materials, the current monetary worth of all plans and specifications, labour and fees for design, testing, consulting, management, contractors’ profit and overhead, and current monetary worth of all contributed labour and materials and site works, as confirmed by the building official.”
is deleted and replaced with the following:
“Value of Construction means the completed building value of all construction or work related to the building including finishes, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, fire extinguishing systems, elevators, and any other building service equipment and materials, the current monetary worth of all plans and specifications, labour and fees for design, testing, consulting, management, contractors’ profit and overhead, and current monetary worth of all contributed labour and materials and site works, as confirmed by the building official using the Marshall Swift construction valuation system or other means acceptable to the building official.”
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6. Section 1.5.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“This bylaw applies to the design, construction, and occupancy of new buildings and structures and the alteration, reconstruction, demolition, removal, relocation and occupancy of existing buildings and structures.”
is renumbered 1.5.1 (1).
7. Section 1.5.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“When the value of proposed alterations, renovations, repairs, or an addition to an existing building exceeds 50% of the current assessed value of that building, the entire building must be made to substantially conform to the Life/Safety requirements of the Building Code and the Bylaws of the District of Sechelt.”
is added as 1.5.1 (2)
8. Section 1.5.2 (1) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“buildings or structures exempt by Part 1 of the Building Code except as expressly provided herein,” is deleted and replaced with: “buildings or structures exempt by Division A, Part 1 of the Building Code except as expressly provided herein,”
9. Section 1.5.2 (4) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“non-structural repairs or alterations to a building or structure or the repair or replacement of plumbing works”
is deleted and replaced with:
“non-structural repairs to a building or the repair of a plumbing system”
10. Section 1.5 (8) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“deck additions, except a deck where the difference in elevation between the deck surface and the ground surface at any point is 0.6 m (2 ft) or more and the condition that the deck is sited in accordance with the Zoning Bylaw, other bylaws or enactments.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“deck additions, except a deck where the difference in elevation between the deck surface and the ground surface within 1.2 m of the deck at any point is 0.6 m (2 ft) or
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more and the condition that the deck is sited in accordance with the Zoning Bylaw, other bylaws or enactments.”
11. Section 3.1 (2) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“keep records of permit applications, permits, notices, and orders issued, inspections and tests made, and shall retain copies of all documents related to the administration of this bylaw or microfilm copies of such documents for a period of thirty (30) years.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“keep records of permit applications, permits, drawings, notices, and orders issued, inspections and tests made, and shall retain copies of all documents related to the administration of this bylaw or microfilm copies of such documents for a period of not less than thirty (30) years or such a period of time as required by provincial or federal enactments.”
12. The following is added to Part 4 – APPLICATIONS of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 and numbered as 4.1 (4):
“a plumbing permit before constructing, installing, moving, repairing, or altering a plumbing system, including a sprinkler system or exterior irrigation system backflow preventer or connection,”
13. Section 4.4 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Each building or structure to be constructed on a site requires a separate building permit and shall be assessed a separate building permit fee based on the value of building construction of that building or structure as determined in accordance with Schedule “A” attached to this bylaw.” is deleted and replaced with: “Each building or structure to be constructed on a site requires a separate building permit and shall be assessed a separate building permit fee based on the value of building construction of that building or structure as determined in accordance with Schedule “G” of the Fess and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019.”
14. The following is added to PART 4 – APPLICATIONS of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 and numbered as 4.6:
“An application shall expire 6 months after a request for information has been sent by the building official to the owner or agent for which there has been no meaningful response received. An expired application cannot be renewed.”
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15. Section 5.1 (5) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Include four (4) sets of plans showing: (a) the dimensions and uses of all areas; the dimensions and height of crawl and roof spaces; the location, size, and swing of doors; the location, size and opening of windows; floor, wall and ceiling finishes; plumbing fixtures; structural elements and stair dimensions.”
Is deleted and replaced with:
“Include four (4) sets of plans showing, but not limited to: (a) an excavation and shoring plan showing the location, length and type of the shoring components whether temporary or permanent; the dimensions and uses of all areas; the dimensions and height of crawl and roof spaces; the location, size, fire resistance ratings and swing of doors; the location, size and opening of windows; floor, wall and ceiling assemblies, fire resistance ratings and finishes; plumbing system; mechanical ventilation systems; structural elements and stair dimensions.”
16. Section 5.1 (7) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Include letters of assurance in the form of Schedule “A” as referred to in section 2.6 Part 2 of the Building Code, each signed by the owner or agent, or a signing officer of the owner or agent if the owner or agent is a corporation, and the coordination registered professional.
is deleted and replaced with:
“Include letters of assurance in the form of Schedule “A” as referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code, each signed by the owner or agent, or a signing officer of the owner or agent if the owner or agent is a corporation, and the coordination registered professional.”
17. Section 5.1 (8) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Include letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B-1 and B-2 as referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code, each signed by such registered professionals as the building official or Building Code may require to prepare the design for and conduct field reviews of the construction of the building or structure.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“Include letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B as referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code, each signed by such registered professionals as the building official or Building Code may require to prepare the design for and conduct field reviews of the construction of the building or structure.”
18. The following is added to Part 5 – APPLICATIONS FOR COMPLEX BUILDINGS of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
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5.3 For a complex building a building official may consider the following;
19. The following is added to Part 5 – APPLICATIONS FOR COMPLEX BUILDINGS of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
“5.3 (1) A building official may issue a foundation permit for a complex building prior to the issuance of the building permit, subject to the owner depositing securities with the District in the amount of 125% of the estimated cost of filling in the excavation it restore the original gradient of the site, should the permit expire, not be issued, or be revoked.”
“5.3 (2) A building official may issue a building permit for a portion of a complex building or structure before the design, plans, and specifications for the entire building or structure have been accepted, provided that sufficient information had been provided to the District to demonstrate to the building official that the portion authorized to be constructed substantially complies with the Building Code, and with this and other applicable bylaws, and provided the permit fee applicable to that portion of the building or structure has been paid. The issuance of the permit notwithstanding, the requirements of this bylaw apply to the remainder of the building or structure as if the permit for the portion of the building or structure had not been issued.”
“5.3 (3) When a site has been excavated under a foundation permit issued pursuant to Section 5.3 (1) of this bylaw and a building permit is not subsequently issued or a subsisting building permit has expired or is revoked, the owner shall fill in the excavation to restore the original gradients of the site within sixty (60) days of being served notice by the District to do so.”
20. The following is added to PART 6 – APPLICATIONS FOR STANDARD BUILDINGS of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, and numbered as 6.1 (3)(h):
“If the proposed building permit includes a retaining structure or an alteration of grade greater than two horizontals to one vertical, a lot grading plan may be required.”
21. Section 6.1 (10) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“include a sealed foundation plan prepared by a registered professional in accordance with section 4.2 of Part 4 of the Building Code, accompanied by letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1 and B-2 as referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code signed by the registered professional.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“include a sealed foundation plan prepared by a registered professional in accordance with Part 4 of Division B of the building code, accompanied by letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B as referenced in Division C, Part 2 of the building code.”
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22. Section 6.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The requirements of section 6.1 (10) may be waived by a building official in circumstances where the building official has required a professional engineer’s report pursuant to Part 21 of the Local Government Act and the building permit is issued in accordance with sections 699 (5) and (6) of the Local Government Act.”
is deleted and replaced with;
The requirements of section 6.1 (10) may be waived by a Building Official in circumstances where the Building Official has required a professional engineer’s report pursuant to Part 3, Division 8 of the Community Charter and the building permit is issued in accordance with sections 56 (4) and (5) of the Community Charter.
23. Section 6.3 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The requirements of section 6.1 (10) may be waived by a building official if documentation, prepared and sealed by a registered professional, is provided asserting the foundation design substantially complies with section 9.4.4 of Part 9 of the Building Code and the foundation excavation substantially complies with section 9.12 of Part 9 of the Building Code.”
is deleted and replaced with;
“The requirements of section 6.1.(10) may be waived by a Building Official if documentation, prepared and sealed by a registered professional, is provided assuring that the foundation design substantially complies with section 9.4.4 of Part 9 the Building Code and the foundation excavation substantially complies with section 9.12 of Part 9 of the Building Code.”
24. Section 6.4 (4) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“structural, electrical, mechanical or fire suppression drawings prepared and sealed by a registered professional;”
is deleted and replaced with:
“architectural, building envelope, structural, electrical, mechanical or fire suppression drawings prepared and sealed by a registered professional;”
25. Section 6.4 (5) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1 and B-2 as referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code, signed by the registered professional;”
is deleted and replaced with:
“a letter of assurance in the form Schedule A as referenced in Division C Part 2 of the
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Building Code, signed by the coordinating registered professional and the owner”
26. The following is added to Section 6.4 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 and numbered as 6.4 (6):
“letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B as referenced in Division C Part 2 of the Building Code, signed by the registered professional;”
27. Section 6.4 (6) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 s renumbered as 6.4 (7)
28. Section 7.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1 and B-2 referred in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code and provided pursuant to sections 5.1 (6), 6.1 (10), 6.4 (5), and 10.1 of this bylaw are relied upon by the District of Sechelt and its building officials as certification that the design and plans to which the letters of assurance relate comply with the Building Code and other applicable enactments relating to safety.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“The letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B referred in section Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code and provided pursuant to sections 5.1 (6), 6.1 (10), 6.4 (6), and 10.1 of this bylaw are relied upon by the District of Sechelt and its building officials as certification that the design and plans to which the letters of assurance relate comply with the Building Code and other applicable enactments relating to safety.”
29. Section 8.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“In addition to applicable fees and charges required under other bylaws, a permit fee, calculated in accordance with Schedule “A” to this bylaw, shall be paid in full prior issuance of any permit under this bylaw.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“In addition to applicable fees and charges required under other bylaws, a permit fee, calculated in accordance with Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019, shall be paid in full prior issuance of any permit under this bylaw.”
30. Section 8.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows;
“When a building permit is issued in accordance with Part 7 of this bylaw the permit fee shall be reduced by 10% of the fees payable pursuant to Schedule “A” to this bylaw, up to a maximum reduction of $2000.00 (two thousand dollars).”
is deleted and replaced with:
“When a building permit is issued in accordance with Part 7 of this bylaw the permit fee
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shall be reduced by 10% of the fees payable pursuant to Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019, up to a maximum reduction of $1000.00 (one thousand dollars).”
31. Section 8.3 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“An application made for a building permit shall be accompanied by the appropriate application fee as set out in Schedule “A” to this bylaw.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“An application made for a building permit shall be accompanied by the appropriate application fee as set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019.”
32. Section 8.7 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The owner or agent may obtain a refund of the permit fees set out in Schedule “A” to this bylaw when a permit is surrendered and cancelled before any construction begins, provided:
(1) The refund amount shall be 50% of the total building permit fee as set out in Schedule “A” attached to this bylaw less the non-refundable application processing fee paid pursuant to section 8.4 of this bylaw; and
(2) No refund shall be made where construction has begun, or an inspection has been made.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“The owner or agent may obtain a refund of the permit fees set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019.when a permit is surrendered and cancelled before any construction begins, provided:
(1) The refund amount shall be 50% of the total building permit fee as set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019 less the non-refundable application processing fee paid pursuant to section 8.4 of this bylaw; and
(2) No refund shall be made where construction has begun, or an inspection has been made.”
33. Section 8.10 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Where, due to non-compliance with this bylaw, more than two inspections are necessary when one inspection is normally required, for each inspection after the second inspection, a re-inspection charge as set out in Schedule “A” to this bylaw shall be paid prior to additional inspections being performed.”
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is deleted and replaced with:
“Where, due to non-compliance with this bylaw, more than two inspections are necessary when one inspection is normally required, for each inspection after the second inspection, a re-inspection charge as set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019 shall be paid prior to additional inspections being performed.”
34. Section 8.11 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“For a required permit inspection requested to be done after the hours during which the offices of District of Sechelt are normally open, an inspection charge shall be payable by the owner, based on actual staff costs incurred by the District of Sechelt in making such inspection, including travel time, as set out in Schedule “A” to this bylaw.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“For a required permit inspection requested to be done after the hours during which the offices of District of Sechelt are normally open, an inspection charge shall be payable by the owner, based on actual staff costs incurred by the District of Sechelt in making such inspection, including travel time, as set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575.”
35. Section 8.12 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“An inspection charge, as set out in Schedule “A” to this bylaw, shall be payable in advance for a voluntary inspection to establish compliance of or to obtain a report on the status of an existing building or structure for which a permit is sought under this bylaw.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“An inspection charge, as set out in Schedule “F” of the District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 575, 2019 shall be payable in advance to obtain a report on the status of an existing building or structure for which a permit is sought under this bylaw.”
36. PART 9 – BUILDING PERMITS
Section 9.2 of Building Bylaw No. 4090, 2003, as follows:
“When the application is in respect of a building that includes, or will include, a residential occupancy, the building permit must not be issued unless the owner or agent provides evidence pursuant to Section 30 (1) of the Homeowner or agent Protection Act that the proposed building:”
is deleted and replaced with:
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“When the application is in respect of a building that includes, or will include, a residential occupancy, the building permit must not be issued unless the owner or agent provides evidence pursuant to Section 30 (1) of the Homeowner Protection Act that the proposed building:”
37. Section 9.3 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Section 9.2 of this bylaw does not apply if the owner or agent is not required to be licensed and to obtain home warranty insurance in accordance with sections 20 (1) or 30 (1) of the Homeowner or agent Protection Act.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“Section 9.2 of this bylaw does not apply if the owner or agent is not required to be licensed and to obtain home warranty insurance in accordance with sections 20 (1) or 30 (1) of the Homeowner Protection Act.”
38. Section 9.6 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“A building official may issue an excavation permit in the form prescribed by the building official prior to the issue of a building permit.”
is deleted. Subsequent sections of Part 9 are renumbered accordingly.
39. Section 9.13 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“A building official may issue a building permit for a portion of a building before the design, plans and specifications for the entire building have been accepted, provided sufficient information has been provided to the District of Sechelt that demonstrates to the building official that the portion authorized to be constructed substantially complies with this and other applicable bylaws and the permit fee applicable to that portion of the building has been paid. The issuance of the permit notwithstanding, the requirements of this bylaw apply to the remainder of the building as if the permit for the portion of the building had not been issued.”
is deleted. Subsequent sections of Part 9 are renumbered accordingly.
40. Section 9.15 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows, is deleted;
“When a site has been excavated under an excavation permit issued pursuant to section 9.6 of this bylaw and a building permit is not subsequently issued or a subsisting building permit has expired in accordance with the requirements of section 9.4, but without the construction of the building for which the building permit was issued having commenced, the owner or agent shall fill in the excavation to restore the original gradients of the site within 60 days of being served notice by the District of Sechelt to do so.”
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41. PART 10 – PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND FIELD REVIEW
Section 10.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“When a building official considers that the site conditions, size or complexity of a development or an aspect of a development warrant, he or she may require a registered professional to provide design and plan certification and field review by means of letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1, B-2 and C-B referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“When a building official considers that the site conditions, size or complexity of a development or an aspect of a development warrant, he or she may require a registered professional to provide design and plan certification and field review by means of letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B and C-B referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code.”
42. Section 10.2 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for a complex building, or standard building in circumstances where letters of assurance have been required in accordance with provisions of this bylaw, the owner or agent shall provide the District of Sechelt with letters of assurance in the form of Schedules C-A or C-B, as is appropriate, referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for a complex building, or standard building in circumstances where letters of assurance have been required in accordance with provisions of this bylaw, the owner or agent shall provide the District of Sechelt with letters of assurance in the form of Schedules C-A or C-B, as is appropriate, referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code.”
43. Section 10.4 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Despite the other provisions of this bylaw, the owner or agent must provide Letters of Assurance for professional design and a field review in the form of Schedules B-1 & B-2 in respect of a building for:
is deleted and replaced with:
“Despite the other provisions of this bylaw, the owner or agent must provide letters of assurance for professional design and a field review in the form of Schedules B referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code in respect of a building for:”
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44. Section 10.4 (3) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“A building on a parcel the building official believes is subject to or is likely to be subject to flooding, mud flows, debris flows, debris torrents, erosion, land slip, rock falls, subsidence or avalanche, and the requirement for professional design and a field review is in addition to a requirement under Part 21 of the Local Government Act for a report certified by a professional engineer with experience in geotechnical engineering that the parcel may be used safely for the use intended and that the plans submitted with the application comply with the relevant provisions of the Building Code and applicable bylaws of the District of Sechelt.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“A building on a parcel the building official believes is subject to or is likely to be subject to flooding, mud flows, debris flows, debris torrents, erosion, land slip, rock falls, subsidence or avalanche, and the requirement for professional design and a field review is in addition to a requirement under Section 56 of the Community Charter for a report certified by a professional engineer with experience in geotechnical engineering that the parcel may be used safely for the use intended and that the plans submitted with the application comply with the relevant provisions of the Building Code and applicable bylaws of the District of Sechelt.”
45. PART 11 – RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE OWNER OR AGENT
Section 11.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“The owner or agent shall ensure that all construction complies with the Building Code, this bylaw and other applicable enactments respecting safety.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“The owner shall ensure that all construction complies with the Building Code, this bylaw and other applicable bylaws and enactments.”
46. PART 13 – SWIMMING POOLS AND HOT TUBS
Section 13.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“A registered professional shall undertake the design and conduct field reviews of the construction of any reinforced concrete Swimming Pool. Letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1, B-2 and C-B referred to in Section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code must be submitted.”
Is deleted and replaced with:
“A registered professional shall undertake the design and conduct field reviews of the construction of any reinforced concrete Swimming Pool. Letters of assurance in the
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form of Schedules B and C-B referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code must be submitted.”
47. Section 13.6 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Access shall be provided around the perimeter of all swimming pools, including those within a building, by means of an apron or walkway not less than 30 inches (+762 mm) in width and not more than 18 inches (457 mm.) above the water level of the swimming pool. The walkway (apron) shall have no obstructions and be readily accessible to those using the swimming pool.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“Access shall be provided around the perimeter of all swimming pools, including those within a building, by means of an apron or walkway not less than 750 mm in width and not more than 450 mm above or below the water level of the swimming pool. The walkway (apron) shall have no obstructions and be readily accessible to those using the swimming pool.”
48. The following Section 13.9 is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
The drainage from a pool, hot tub, or equipment that serves them must be connected to or directed to a Sanitary Drainage system or disposed of by other means acceptable to the Chief Building Official.
49. PART 15 – DEMOLITION PERMITS
Section 15.4 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 s renumbered as 15.5.
50. The following Section 15.4 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, is added:
“Prior to the issuance of a demolition permit for a building constructed prior to 1990, the owner must provide a Hazardous Materials Survey and, if required, an Asbestos Abatement Report stating that any Asbestos identified in the assessment has been removed and disposed of in accordance with applicable enactments and regulations.”
51. PART 16 – MOVING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES ON TO NEW FOUNDATION
Section 16.1 (2) (e) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Include a foundation design prepared by a registered professional in accordance with section 4.2 of Part 4 of the Building Code, accompanied by letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1 and B-2 as referred to in section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code, signed by the registered professional;”
is deleted and replaced with:
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“Include a foundation design prepared by a registered professional in accordance with Part 4 of the Building Code, accompanied by letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B as referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code, signed by the registered professional;”
52. Section 16.1 (2) (i) of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“Be accompanied by confirmation of liability insurance including the District of Sechelt as an additional insured in the amount of $2,000,000 with a maximum deductible of $5000;”
is deleted and replaced with:
“Be accompanied by confirmation of liability insurance including the District of Sechelt as an additional insured in the amount of $5,000,000 with a maximum deductible of $5000;”
53. PART 18 – OCCUPANCY PERMITS
The following Section 18.4 is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
“The Chief Building Official may revoke an Occupancy Permit, if it was determined that the Occupancy Permit was issued in error. Notice of Revocation shall be sent by registered mail to the building permit applicant and registered owner of the property.”
54. PART 19 – RETAINING STRUCTURES of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 is renamed:
“PART 19 – RETAINING STRUCTURES AND GRADES CREATED BY FILL OR EXCAVATION”
55. Section 19.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003, as follows:
“A registered professional shall undertake the design and conduct field reviews of the construction of a retaining structure greater than 1.2 meters in height. Sealed copies of the design plan and field review reports prepared by the registered professional for all retaining structures greater than 1.2 meters in height, as well as letters of assurance in the form of Schedules B-1, B-2 and C-B referred to in Section 2.6 of Part 2 of the Building Code shall be submitted to a building official prior to acceptance of the works.”
is deleted and replaced with:
“A registered professional shall undertake the design and conduct field reviews of the construction or structural repair of any retaining structure greater than 1.2 meters in height or series of retaining structures where the cumulative height of the retaining structures is greater than 1.2 m and have a ratio of less than 2 horizontals to 1 vertical. Sealed copies of the design plan, letters of assurance in the form of Schedule B as referred to in Division C, Part 2 of the Building Code and field review reports prepared by the registered professional for all retaining structures greater than 1.2 meters in
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height shall be submitted to a building official prior to acceptance of the work by the building official. The registered professional shall ensure that any drainage changes resulting from the construction or structural repair shall not adversely impact adjacent and downstream properties or municipal infrastructure or right of ways.”
56. The following Section 19.2 is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
Except as certified by a registered professional with expertise in geotechnical engineering, an excavation of or fill material placed on a parcel, unless restrained by permitted retaining structures, must not have a surface slope exceeding a ratio of one linear unit vertically to two linear units horizontally. The registered professional shall ensure that any drainage changes resulting from the excavation or fill shall not adversely impact adjacent and downstream properties or municipal infrastructure or right of ways.
57. The following PART 21 – PLUMBING SYSTEMS, is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
“21.1 APPLICATION
(1) A plumbing permit may only be issued to:
(i) a plumber holding a valid Canadian tradespersons qualification as a plumber, or
(ii) an owner and intended occupant of a Single-Family Dwelling without a Secondary Suite where the owner personally intends to install, alter, or repair a plumbing system, in which case, the building official may require the owner to demonstrate competency to perform the proposed work.
(2) The British Columbia Building Code, in whatever form brought into force from time to time by the Province of British Columbia shall apply to all plumbing systems falling within the jurisdiction of these regulations.
(3) The requirements of this Bylaw apply to all plumbing systems, including:
(a) All plumbing system installations, alterations or additions. (b) Plumbing systems in buildings moved into the District of Sechelt. (c) Plumbing systems in buildings raised or otherwise moved. (d) Building Sewer connections between a building and sewage disposal system or public sewer. (e) all fire sprinkler systems (f) all solar hot water systems (g) auxiliary water systems
21.2 Auxiliary Water Systems
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Auxiliary Water Systems are permitted subject to the approval of the Chief Building Official.
21.3 FEES
Plumbing and Sprinkler permit fees shall be paid in accordance with the current District of Sechelt Fees and Charges Bylaw.”
58. Schedule “B” of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 Is deleted and replaced with:
Section 22.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003;
Climatic and Seismic Data shall be that which is stated in Division B, Appendix C of the Building Code.”
59. PART 20 – PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT is renamed “PART 23 – PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT.
60. Section 20.1 of Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 is renumbered as 23.1 (2).
61. The following is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 as 23.1 (1): Every person who contravenes any provision of this bylaw commits an offense punishable by the fine listed in Schedule A Designated Bylaw Contravention and Penalties of the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Implementation Bylaw No. 515, 2012.
62. Schedule “A” and “B” of Bylaw No. 409, 2003 are deleted.
63. The following section 24 is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
“24. REPEAL
District of Sechelt Plumbing Bylaw No. 176, 1993, and all amendments thereto are hereby repealed.”
64. The following section 25 is added to Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003:
“25. VALIDITY
If any section, subsection or clause of this bylaw is for any reason held to be invalid by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this bylaw.”
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Marina Stjepovic, Community Planner
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit for 2224 Field Road (Cloutier)
FILE NO: 3090 2021-05
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. That the report from the Community Planner regarding a Development Variance Permit for 2224 Field Road (Cloutier) be received.
2. That Development Variance Permit 2021-05 as attached to this report be approved by Council and issued once the following condition has been met:
a. Submission of a revised landscape plan to the satisfaction of the District which incorporates a variety of suitable plant species and that provides an adequate buffer of the development as seen from Field Road and adjacent areas.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this report is to consider an application for a development variance permit (DVP) to reduce the setbacks from property line and the extent of landscaped buffer to allow for a micro-cannabis production facility inside an existing building on a property located in the Agricultural Land Reserve.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Defer the application pending revised landscape plan and referral to the APC. 3. Deny the application.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 79 DISCUSSION Context/Background Table 1: Site Data Applicant Steve Marsh Owner Daniel Cloutier Civic Address 2224 Field Road Legal Address District Lot 4092, Except Part in Plan 22687, Group 1 New Westminster District, PID 015-761-657 Size of Property 14.8 hectares DP Areas DPA 2 Watercourse Habitat, Hazard and DPA 5 Steep Slopes are on the property, but not in the proposed area Zoning Designation Rural 2 Zone (RR-2) OCP Designation Agriculture
Location & Site Characteristics The property is located at the upper extent of Field Road, southeast of the airport, where the road forks into two Forest Service roads. The northeastern fork leads to the Dakota Ridge recreation destination and the other fork continues to the northwest. The land is predominantly cleared except for a 60 m swath around Husdon Creek, and the slope is from north to south with a 5% gradient. A hydro right of way crosses the property. The area of the property to the west of Field Road is the subject of this application.
Figure 1 - Location of subject property and proposed use
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Figure 2 – Site plan
Table 2: Surrounding Land Uses Direction Zoning Use OCP Designation North Rural 2 (RR-2) Forestry (Privately Managed Forest), ALR Agriculture South Rural 2 (RR-2) Rural, Agriculture, ALR Agriculture Industrial 5 (I-5) Airport Resource Lands Rural 1 (RR-1) Forestry (Privately Managed Forest) East Rural 1 (RR-1) Forestry Resource Lands West Rural 1 (RR-1) Forestry (Privately Managed Forest) Business Industry Industrial 5 (I-5) Airport
Proposal The applicant proposes to add a 483 m2 micro-cannabis production facility inside an existing recently constructed building on the property. Before applying for a building permit to add an upper level loft to the building, the applicant requests to vary District of Sechelt Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987 to reduce setbacks from the property line along the road from 100 m to 56 m and 64 m, and to reduce the extent of landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the 14.8 ha lot to just the perimeter of the subject building.
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 81 Strategic Plan N/A Policy Implications Zoning Bylaw No. 25 - As of September 18, 2019, cannabis regulations were added to the zoning bylaw. ‘Cannabis micro-cultivation’ is a permitted use on the lot and is subject to section 327. ‘Cannabis Specific Use Regulations’. A building permit will be required. Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) - Cannabis production and cultivation is a farm use and may not be prohibited by Local Government regulations. Section 8 of the ALR Use Regulations allows agricultural buildings that were constructed prior to July 13, 2018 to be used for indoor cannabis production and cultivation provided the footprint is not expanded. The existing building on the subject property qualifies for this exemption. Analysis The proposal meets the ‘Cannabis Specific Use Regulations’ requirements of the zoning bylaw, except for the following sections: 327. Cannabis Specific Use Regulations: 5. Cannabis, Micro Cultivation – Agricultural Areas -
(e) No building or structure is located within 100 The proposed micro-cannabis cultivation use is 56 m of any lot line m and 64 m from a property line. A variance has been requested.
(i) Except for driveways, the perimeter of the lot A variance has been requested to reduce the is continuously landscaped with a buffer of non- extent of buffering required. invasive trees and shrubs 3 m, or more, in width and 1.5 m, or more in height
Setbacks: Instead of the required 100 m, the proposal would achieve lesser setbacks of 56 m and 64 m from the existing building to the property lines at the Forest Service roads. Due to the roads bisecting the lot setbacks of 100 m are difficult to achieve, and would leave only a small area in the middle as an option for cannabis cultivation (see Figure 3). The intent of the 100 m setback is to allow adequate space to reduce the potential for conflicts between different land uses. Adjacent land uses are primarily rural/forestry, although Figure 3 – 100 m setbacks to all property lines there are residences on the lots immediately to
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 82 the south, more than 100 m away. Field Road is used actively for logging transport and handles a significant amount of traffic heading to Dakota Ridge ski and trails recreational area. The micro-cannabis cultivation activity would be inside the building, but associated activities may be deliveries and staff parking. Odours are controlled by federal regulations. There do not appear to be any foreseen conflicts with reducing the setbacks to 56 m and 64 m from the roads. Option: - Strictly adhering to the setbacks of the zoning bylaw would allow for cannabis cultivation in the area shown in Figure 4 below. In this case the activity would have to be soil- based to comply with the zoning bylaw regulations: Section 327. 5 (g).
Figure 4 – Optional area which achieves the 100 m setback from property lines
Landscaping: The entire property is 14.8 hectares in size and thus a continuous landscaped buffer around the entire lot perimeter, as required in the bylaw, could be considered excessive. Similar to setbacks, landscaped buffers are another measure aimed at reducing any light, sound and visual aesthetics from the neighbouring area. Attachment 1 shows the proposed cedar hedge and chain link fence around just the building, and this could achieve a similar buffering result. However, staff notes that the proposed buffer is very close to the building and creates an enclosed area. An improvement would be to open up the buffer close to the building with a variety of suitable plant species, and add a variety of suitable plantings along the portion of the property closer to Field
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 83 Road to better buffer the views from adjacent properties with residences and where people travel by. Servicing requirements: As per the BC Building Code and the building bylaw, a building sprinkler system would be required for this building. As there is no SCRD water supply in the area, water for a sprinkler system for the building and for the cannabis cultivation use would have to be provided by a private well or cistern. Bylaw 430 may require some improvements. This would be assessed at the building permit stage.
Financial Implications N/A
Communications The application was referred in March, 2021 to a number of stakeholders and external agencies. No objections or issues were raised. All responses received were passed on to the applicant and are included in Attachment 2. Applicable comments would be dealt with as part of the building permit. Advisory Planning Commission (APC) - The application was also referred to the Advisory Planning Commission on April 6, 2021. APC members requested that the applicant resubmit their plans with more detail about the building and lighting, as well as an updated landscaping plan to mitigate the appearance of the building. The following recommendation was passed:
That the Advisory Planning Commission recommends that the applicant resubmit, in a more professional manner, the plan in a way that illustrates responses to the concerns as expressed by the APC to Community Enhancement for the proposed application for 3090-2021-05 Development Variance Permit Application for Micro-cannabis Use at 2224 Field Road (Cloutier). • Provide an updated landscaping plan with additional plantings and area of planting, specifically to landscaping berms around the building; a more detailed landscape plan that mitigates the appearance of the building, including a before and after plan; and lighting plan showing exterior and windows of the building. • Consideration for arable land, specifically pertaining to area at gravel pad. • A copy of the ALR letter confirming use requirements. Public Notifications - In accordance with the Local Government Act and District of Sechelt policy, notification of the date, time and place of Council’s final consideration of this variance was completed on April 29, 2021 to neighbouring property owners and residents within 100 metres of the subject property. As of the date of this report, May 10th, there have been no submissions received from neighbours.
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 84 Summary Staff recommends approval of DVP 2021-05 as presented in this report. The request is to reduce setbacks is reasonable on this relatively large parcel and is far enough away from residential areas. However, in order to respond to APC concerns and to provide a more adequate buffer from Field Road and the adjacent area, staff recommends issuance of the DVP be subject to a revised landscape plan which provides more variety of trees and shrubs and better buffers the proposed use from Field Road.
Respectfully submitted,
Marina Stjepovic Community Planner
Attachments: 1 - Proposed landscape plans 2 - Referral comments 3 - Draft DVP
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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Figure 5a – Proposed landscaping and fencing plan
Figure 5b – Proposed parking plan
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PO Box 129, 5797 Cowrie St, 2nd Floor Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0 www.sechelt.ca
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REFERRAL Please send your reply to [email protected]
APPLICATION NO: 3090-2021-05 DATE: March 29, 2021 OCP FILE MANAGER: Marina Stjepovic EMAIL: [email protected] Zoning APPLICANT: Daniel Cloutier Subdivision APPLICANT ADDRESS: 2224 Field Road X Variance APPLICANT CONTACT: Steve Marsh Development Permit SITE ADDRESS: 2224 Field Road OTHER:
LEGAL: District Lot 4092, Plan 22687, PID: 015-761-657
ZONING: EXISTING Rural 2 (RR-2) PROPOSED n/a OCP DESIGNATION: EXISTING n/a PROPOSED n/a
Please comment on the attached referral for potential effect on your agency’s interest. We would appreciate your response within 30 days. If no response is received within that time, it will be assumed that your agency’s interests are unaffected. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS REFERRAL WITHIN 30 DAYS. PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: In order to allow for the addition of a small-scale cannabis production facility inside a recently constructed building on the property, the applicant requests to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987, to reduce the 100 m setback from any property line to 56 m and 63.9 m, and to reduce the extent of landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the 14.8 ha lot to just the perimeter of the building. Note: Cannabis cultivation is a permitted use, subject to the Zoning Bylaw’s Cannabis Specific Use Regulations, S. 327.
GENERAL LOCATION: north Wilson Creek neighbourhood, southeast of airport OTHER INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: If your agency’s interests are “Unaffected” no further information is Site plan necessary. In all other cases, we would appreciate receiving additional BC Land Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate information to substantiate your position and, if necessary, outline any Landscaping plan conditions related to your position. Please note any legislation or official government policy which would affect our consideration of this bylaw.
This referral has also been sent to the following agencies: X Sunshine Coast Regional District X Sechelt Volunteer Fire Department Sechelt Indian Government District X FortisBC Energy / Energy Services Advisor X Vancouver Coastal Health Authority X TELUS Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure X B.C. Hydro / BC Transmission Co X Agriculture Land Commission Coast Cable - Eastlink Archaeology Branch of SIB & BC Canada Post School District #46 Transportation Choices Sunshine Coast Council X District of Sechelt Engineering Department Other: Community Associations and Groups: East Porpoise Bay Downtown Village West Sechelt Tuwanek Selma Park/Davis Bay/Wilson Creek Sandy Hook S.H.O.R.A. S.D.B.A. X Advisory Planning Commission Chamber of Commerce
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Zoom Virtual Meeting Hosted from 5797 Cowrie Street, Sechelt, BC Tuesday, April 6, 2021
PRESENT Commissioners Randy Knill (Chair), Jonathan Baker, Ken Crozier, Darryl Brin, Archie Maclean, Javier Siu, Joanne Van Ginkel, Dana Caple, Scott Hanna and Councillor Kuester
REGRETS Commissioner Sharif Senbel
STAFF Director of Planning and Development, A. Allen; Development Planning Manager, I. Holl; Community Planner, M. Stjepovic, and Recording Secretary, F. Bol
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Recommendation No. 1 – Agenda
Moved/Seconded
That the Agenda be adopted. CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Minutes of the March 2, 2021 Advisory Planning Commission Meeting
Recommendation No. 2 – APC Minutes
Moved/Seconded.
That the minutes of March 2, 2021 Advisory Planning Commission meeting be adopted.
CARRIED
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4. APPOINTMENTS AND DELEGATIONS
None.
5. BUSINESS ITEMS AND REPORTS
5.1 3090-2021-05 Development Variance Permit Application for Micro-cannabis Use at 2224 Field Road (Cloutier)
The Community Planner noted that: • Request is to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987 to allow for the addition of a small-scale cannabis production facility inside a recently constructed building on ALR property; to reduce the 100 m setback from any property line to 56 m and 64 m; and to reduce the extent of landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the 14.8 ha lot to just the perimeter of the building. • A correction was noted in the staff report that the property does not comply with agricultural regulations. • A typographical error was noted in the staff report under Section 327(g), to be corrected to: Section 327.4 (g) Cannabis Micro-Cultivation is prohibited in a structure with a base consisting, in part or entirely, of any material that is not soil.
In discussion among APC members, the following comments were noted: • Building height to remain under 10 m; cannabis use setback is 100 m from property line. • Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) is working with property for compliance and enforcement issues of non-farm use. Owner is seeking farm use that would fit provincial regulations and zoning and to make use of an existing building that does not comply with the cannabis provisions around setback and landscaping.
In discussion, the Development Planning Manager noted that: • Section 327 Cannabis regulation - production and retail in industrial and agricultural areas help to integrate cannabis uses into zoning bylaw; for industrial and agricultural areas to comply with provincial regulations and parameters in having more control over siting and size of facility, gross floor area and setbacks.
In discussion among APC members, the following feedback was provided: • Is it possible to extend landscaping around the gravel pad area? • That landscape buffer be amended in zoning bylaw itself. • Applicant could build in area (circled on page 12) that conforms to the 100m setbacks. • If area of setback is developed it would reduce further any productive capacity.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 89 District of Sechelt Minutes – Advisory Planning Commission Meeting Page 3 of 3 April 6, 2021
• Request applicant come back with a more complete proposal showing more information on building location and how to mitigate the appearance. • Perimeter landscaping will limit farmland use. • Aerial photos: Report photos not up to date; Google Earth 2021 photo shows clean site. • The high berms on Airport Road: Only the building roof would be visible from road.
Joanne Van Ginkel – left meeting at 6:54pm.
In discussion among APC members, it was further noted that:
• Suggest that the impact of the proposed use on the adjacent uses is minimal if abundant and appropriate landscaping is used to hide the building itself, but not interfere with the future planning use of the surrounding land. • Suggest conditions to mitigate the impact of adjacent uses such as the proper screening.
Recommendation No. 3 - 3090-2021-05 Development Variance Permit Application for Micro-cannabis Use at 2224 Field Road (Cloutier)
Moved/Seconded
That the Advisory Planning Commission recommends that the applicant resubmit, in a more professional manner, the plan in a way that illustrates responses to the concerns as expressed by the APC to Community Enhancement for the proposed application for 3090-2021-05 Development Variance Permit Application for Micro-cannabis Use at 2224 Field Road (Cloutier). • Provide an updated landscaping plan with additional plantings and area of planting, specifically to landscaping berms around the building; a more detailed landscape plan that mitigates the appearance of the building, including a before and after plan; and lighting plan showing exterior and windows of the building. • Consideration for arable land, specifically pertaining to area at gravel pad. • A copy of the ALR letter confirming use requirements.
CARRIED
6. ADJOURNMENT
The Advisory Planning Commission meeting of April 6, 2021 was adjourned 7:30 pm.
______Randy Knill, Chair Jo-Anne Frank, Corporate Officer
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 90 Agricultural Land Commission 201 – 4940 Canada Way Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4K6 Tel: 604 660-7000 | Fax: 604 660-7033 www.alc.gov.bc.ca
April 22, 2021 Reply to the attention of Shannon Lambie ALC Issue: 52204 Local Government File: 3090-2021-05 Marina Stjepovic, Planner District of Sechelt [email protected]
DELIVERED ELECTRONICALLY
Re: Development Application Referral for 2224 Field Road
Thank you for forwarding a draft copy of the Development Application Referral for 2224 Field Road (the “Proposal”) for review and comment by the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC). The following comments are provided to help ensure that the Proposal is consistent with the purposes of the ALC Act, the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) General Regulation, the ALR Use Regulation, and any decisions of the ALC.
The Proposal seeks to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987, to reduce the 100 m setback for a cannabis production facility from the property line to 56 m and 63.9 m and to reduce landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the 14.8 ha lot to the building perimeter. These changes are sought in order to allow for a small-scale cannabis production facility inside a recently constructed building on the property identified as 2224 Field Road; PID: 015-761-657 (the “Property).
The Proposal indicates that cannabis cultivation is a permitted use in the District of Sechelt, subject to the Zoning Bylaw’s Cannabis Specific Use Regulations, subject to sebacks and buffering noted above.
The Property is in the ALR, and the use of land in the ALR for storing, packing, preparing and processing farm products, such as cannabis, is designated as a farm use if at least 50% of the farm product is produced either on that agricultural land or by an association (as that term is used in the Cooperative Association Act) to which the owner of the agricultural land belongs. As such, ALC staff have no objections to the proposed bylaw variances.
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The ALC strives to provide a detailed response to all referrals affecting the ALR; however, you are advised that the lack of a specific response by the ALC to any draft provisions cannot in any way be construed as confirmation regarding the consistency of the submission with the ALCA, the Regulations, or any decisions of the Commission.
This response does not relieve the owner or occupier of the responsibility to comply with applicable Acts, regulations, bylaws of the local government, and decisions and orders of any person or body having jurisdiction over the land under an enactment.
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If you have any questions about the above comments, please contact the undersigned at 236- 468-2026 or by e-mail ([email protected]).
Yours truly,
PROVINCIAL AGRICULTURAL LAND COMMISSION
Shannon Lambie, Regional Planner
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Hi there, While BC Hydro has no comments on the variance of the properties setbacks, we would like more information on the items shown within our Right of Way on the plan below. Anything within our Rights of Way require review and approval. Plans for the below can be submitted to myself for review. Should items within our Right of Way require a Transmission Engineering review the timelines for that are approx. 16 weeks or longer if any electrical studies are required. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you,
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Carolyn Genzel | Property Coordinator, Property Rights Services
BC Hydro 8475 128th Street Surrey, BC V3W 0G1
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District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 93 From: Proudlove, Kim Sent: 2021, April 01 11:49 AM To: Genzel, Carolyn
Hi
This would very likely require a referral due to the proposed ROW Use and potentially a S219 (GH decision, if approved)?
Our access is NOT impacted due to the FSR and existing Gravel driveways and there are no structures impacted
Please let Sechelt know the potential timeline
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 94 ______
Kim Proudlove, DULE, SR/WA | Property Representative, Property Rights Services
P 604 543 1591 M 604 323 3304 E [email protected]
Submit your ROW Compatible Use request here
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Cc: Genzel, Carolyn
I’m just looking at this now and see there is transmission. I don’t see an issue, but thought I’d run it by you for comments.
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Vani Campbell | Property Coordinator, Property Rights Services
BC Hydro
P 250 851 8065 E [email protected]
From: Floria Bol
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 95 From: Matt Gilroy | Sechelt Fire Department To: Floria Bol; Marina Stjepovic Cc: Trevor Pike Subject: Application No: 3390-2021-05 Applicant: Daniel Cloutier Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 3:58:21 PM Attachments: image003.jpg
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Hello Marina,
The Sechelt Fire Department has reviewed the following variance application.
APPLICATION N0: 3390-2021-05 APPLICANT: Daniel Cloutier SITE ADDRESS: 2227 Field Road Sechelt, BC DATE: March 30, 2021
PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: In order to allow for the addition of a small-scale cannabis production facility inside a recently constructed building on the property, the applicant requests to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987, to reduce the 100 m setback from any property line to 56 m and 63.9 m, and to reduce the extent of landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the 14.8 ha lot to just the perimeter of the building. Note: Cannabis cultivation is a permitted use, subject to the Zoning Bylaw’s Cannabis Specific Use Regulations, S. 327.
COMMENTS:
1. The Sechelt Fire Department has no complaint with the proposed variance. However, The Sechelt Fire Department did not see any referrals regarding this building prior to or during construction. 2. Is this building still under permit or has it received its final? 3. Are there other occupancy types going to be located in the same building? If so, are the appropriate separations in place? 4. The building is not within a utility corridor rights-of-way created by B.C. Hydro, Terasen Gas Ltd. and the Ministry of Transportation within that area of the District of Sechelt, so I would assume that it would be required to be sprinklered in accordance with the following:
D.O.S. bylaw 409, 2003 Part 1.2 – Definitions Designated Buildings means those Buildings in the following categories: a. buildings containing more than two dwelling units; b. buildings containing an assembly use component; c. buildings containing a commercial use component (excluding home occupations); d. buildings containing an industrial use component.
Part 14 – Sprinklers 14.1 Throughout the District, a Sprinkler System shall be installed throughout the following buildings: 1) all new Designated Buildings 2) all buildings which are converted into Designated Buildings but only where the conversion involves an addition to the building and results in a net floor increase of 50% or more of the net floor area as it existed on January 1, 1994Page 21 District of Sechelt Building Bylaw No. 409, 2003 3) existing or converted buildings where additions to the building result in a net floor increase of more than 50% of the previous net floor area of the Designated Buildings 4) all existing Designated Buildings which are added to incrementally when such additions result in a net
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 96 increase of 50% or more of the existing net floor area over the size of the existing building as it was on January 1, 1994 at the time of the first addition. (5) despite Section 14.1 (1), a Sprinkler System is not required under this bylaw in a building constructed within those utility corridor rights-of-way created by B.C. Hydro, Terasen Gas Ltd. and the Ministry of Transportation within that area of the District of Sechelt as shown outlined with a heavy black line on the plan attached to and forming part of this bylaw as Schedule “C”.
If this is the case then the Sechelt fire department would also recommend the following:
1. Automatic Sprinkler Systems are installed in accordance with B.C.B.C. 3.2.5.12. 2. Fire Hydrants installed as per the D.O.S. bylaw 430, 2003 Part 10.A.81. and B.C.B.C. 3.2.5.15 3. Road design is in conformance of B.C.B.C. 3.2.5.6. (This would include the bridge south of the property). 4. Fire Department Access is in conformance with B.C.B.C. 9.10.20.3.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free contact me anytime.
Sincerely,
Matt Gilroy, LAFC Captain - Fire Prevention
Sechelt Fire Department
Tel 604-885-7017 PO Box 944, Sechelt BC V0N 3A0 Email [email protected] Fax 604-885-5145 5525 Trail Avenue, Sechelt BC Web www.secheltfiredepartment.ca
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 97 From: Navdeep Singh To: Floria Bol Cc: Shane Walkey Subject: RE: Referral for Development Variance Permit Application 3090-2021-05 (Cloutier) at 2224 Field Rd Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 10:47:10 AM Attachments: image001.png image002.png
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Hi Floria,
Thanks for this referral and we don’t have any concerns for this DVP too.
Regards,
Navdeep Singh Utility Engineering Technician|Infrastructure Services Sunshine Coast Regional District 1975 Field Rd, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A1 Office: 604-885-6800, ext. 6493 [email protected]
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From: Floria Bol
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 98 From: Molder, Darren [VCH] To: Planning Subject: RE: Referral for Development Variance Permit Application 3090-2021-05 (Cloutier) at 2224 Field Rd Date: Friday, April 30, 2021 10:55:57 AM Attachments: image001.png image003.png
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Our office has no objection to this setback reduction with this DVP
Our office would recommend that the applicant retain a professional to assess capacity of existing ( or altered or new) onsite sewerge system to handle the increased ( and changed characterises) waste-water flow from this Cannabis cultivation facility. According to the Sewerage System Regulation (SSR) every owner who wants to construct, alter or repair a sewerage system must retain the services of an Authorized Person (AP). An AP is a Professional or a Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner (ROWP).
Darren Molder Senior Environmental Health Officer & Drinking Water Officer Vancouver Coastal Health – Coastal Rural office 604 885 8711 e-mail [email protected]
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District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 99 ATTACHMENT604 885 1986 3
PO Box 129, 5797 Cowrie St, 2nd Floor Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0 www.sechelt.ca DISTRICT OF SECHELT DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 2021 – 05
Date of Issue: ______1. This Development Variance Permit is issued to:
a) Daniel Cloutier 2224 Field Road, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A1
2. This Development Variance Permit is issued subject to compliance with all the applicable Bylaws of the District of Sechelt except as specifically varied or supplemented by this Permit.
3. This Development Variance Permit applies to, and only to, the property within the District of Sechelt as described below, and all building structures and other developments thereon: Legal Description: DISTRICT LOT 4092, EXCEPT PART IN PLAN 22687, GROUP 1 NWD, PID: 015-761-657 Addressed as: 2224 Field Road
4. Pursuant to Section 498 of the Local Government Act “District of Sechelt Zoning Bylaw No. 25, 1987” as amended is hereby varied in respect of the said lands as follows:
a) Section 327. 5 (e) to reduce the setbacks from property line along Field Road and the forest service roads from 100 m to 56 m and 64 m; and b) Section 327. 5 (i) to reduce the extent of landscaped buffer from the entire perimeter of the property to just the perimeter of the building area and along Field Road.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 100 604 885 1986
PO Box 129, 5797 Cowrie St, 2nd Floor Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0
www.sechelt.ca
CONDITIONS OF PERMIT
5. The Property and the works shall be developed strictly in accordance with the following terms, conditions and provisions of this Development Variance Permit and any plans and specifications attached to this Development Variance Permit shall form part of this Development Variance Permit: a) Attachment 1 - Site Plan b) Attachment 2 – Landscaping Plan
6. Notice of this permit shall be filed at the Land Title Office under the authority of Section 503 of the Local Government Act and upon such filing, the terms of this permit or any amendment hereto shall be binding on all persons who acquire an interest in the lands affected by this permit.
THIS DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT.
Authorizing Resolution of Council: Resolution No: (to be inserted) Date of Resolution: (to be inserted) Date of Issue: (to be inserted)
Authorizing Signature:
______Andrew Allen Director of Planning & Development
Attachments:
- Attachment 1 – Site Plan - Attachment 2 – Landscaping Plan
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 101
ATTACHMENT 1 – SITE PLAN
District of Sechelt
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 102 Item 10.2
REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Parks Manager
SUBJECT: Proposal for Hackett Park from Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association
FILE NO: 0230-20
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. That the report from the parks manager regarding the proposal for Hackett Park from the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association be received.
2. That staff be directed to consider the proposal for Hackett Park submitted to District of Sechelt Council by the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association on May 6, 2021, and bring a report back to a future council meeting.
3. That staff be directed to gather feedback from the public on the proposed changes for the Hackett Park tennis courts, as submitted by the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association on May 6, 2021.
PURPOSE To seek direction from Council on the proposal submitted by the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association on May 6, 2021.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Do not endorse the above recommendations.
DISCUSSION
Context/Background On May 6, 2021, the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association proposed that the District of Sechelt consider changing the existing tennis courts at Hackett Park to include one dedicated tennis court and four pickleball courts. Pickleball is becoming an increasingly popular sport on the Sunshine Coast and players have reported to Council on several occasions that available space to play is scarce. The 2021 Parks budget survey was open from January 12th – March 19th and received 125 responses. The survey included 18 questions to gather information on District priorities, including one on court sports in the District of Sechelt.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 103 When asked if they play court sports, 54% of respondents indicated that they play pickleball, 22% play tennis and 12% play basketball. When asked if they would like to see improvements or additional courts built in the future, 79% of respondents said yes and 46 commented to suggest that more pickleball courts were needed.
On March 29, 2021, the District of Sechelt announced it had received a grant for improvements to Hackett Park. Any changes to the tennis courts would need to be considered in conjunction with the other improvements that are planned for this year.
Strategic Plan
3.4 Giving consideration to community safety and well-being in operational practices and infrastructure projects.
5.1 Providing support and streamlining processes to facilitate success for community-lead downtown projects.
6.2 Improving communications with the community and increasing public participation by implementing the goals and objectives of the Communications Plan.
District of Sechelt
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 104 6.3 Providing opportunities for public participation in the decision making process.
Policy Implications There are no policy implications.
Financial Implications The 2021 District of Sechelt budget includes $24,000 for resurfacing of the Hackett Park tennis courts. The proposal from the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association includes additional costs that would not be covered in the approved budget, including fencing, nets, poles and line paint. Consideration would need to be given to potential funding sources for the additional costs if Council is in favour of supporting the project. The Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association noted in their proposal that they could canvas their members to assess the group’s interest in fundraising for this project. In addition to costs, staff time for estimates, procurement and public engagement would need to be considered.
Communications If Council directs staff to proceed with considering the Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association’s proposal for Hackett Park, staff will gather feedback from court users and neighbours.
Respectfully submitted, Jayme Anderson Parks Manager
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
District of Sechelt
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 105 ATTACHMENT 1
Dear Mayor Siegers and Councillors May 6, 2021
The Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association (SCPA) is very pleased to see that $24,000 has been approved in this year’s budget for the resurfacing of the Hackett Park pickleball/tennis courts. The courts are presently falling into disrepair and are potentially hazardous to players. As part of this restoration project we propose the following recommendation to better serve the growing demand for courts.
Recommendation
Retain one court as dedicated tennis with no pickleball lines marked on the court and convert the other court to 4 dedicated pickleball courts with permanent pickleball nets, lines and a new chain link fence separating the tennis and pickleball courts.
Rationale
1. Currently with only two tennis courts marked for both tennis and pickleball, players from both sports are becoming increasingly frustrated with the wait time for a court.
2. Based on current anecdotal evidence, the demand for pickleball courts at Hackett Park is greater than the demand for tennis. This could be corroborated with the results of a recent DoS survey regarding court demand. The SCPA would appreciate receiving the results of the survey.
3. Currently with 2 courts marked for each sport a maximum of 8 players can be accommodated. However with the proposed pickleball court conversion a maximum of 20 players can be accommodated. This is based on doubles play on 4 dedicated pickleball courts and 1 dedicated tennis court.
4. Since pickleball players will no longer have access to the dedicated tennis court we expect that court access for tennis players will likely be improved since currently both courts are commonly taken by pickleball players.
5. There will be a significant improvement in the quality of play for both tennis and pickleball with non overlapping, dedicated court lines for each sport.
6. Tennis players will appreciate the enclosed court and will be chasing errant balls far less.
7. Without pickleball lines on the dedicated tennis court, tennis players will no longer be competing with pickleball players for court time so tensions between the two groups will be greatly reduced.
8. Should additional costs beyond the $24,000 currently allocated occur as a result of the dedicated pickleball court conversion, the SCPA would survey its membership regarding possible tax-deductible donations to assist with the extra costs.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 106 Proposed Court Layout The diagram provides a scale drawing of the proposed Hackett Park pickleball and tennis courts.
Dimensions: Overall: 116’x102’ for the current outer chain link fence of the Hackett Park facility.
Tennis Court: 78’x36’ within the overall 116’x50’ fenced enclosure.
Pickleball Courts: 20’x44’ each with 7’ spacing behind the baseline of each court and a 4’ spacing between each court. The overall pickleball enclosure is 116’x52’
Pickleball courts located on the south side.
New fence required separating the tennis and pickleball courts.
New pickleball posts, nets and partial low centre fence separating the two pairs of pickleball courts required.
New wind screen (green mesh) attached to south side chain link fence or if budget permits, along the entire outer fence.
Hopefully our recommendation will be positively received since it results in a significantly improved recreational amenity for the Sechelt community at potentially no additional public expense assuming the SCPA is able to fund any budgetary shortfall resulting from the pickleball court conversion.
We would be pleased to further discuss this proposal and are keen to meet with park engineers to share our knowledge of court design and surfacing.
Sincerely
Ted Bentley On Behalf of the SCPA Directors https://www.sunshinecoastpickleball.com/
District of Sechelt
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 107 Item 10.3
REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Chief Building Official
SUBJECT: 4684 Sunshine Coast Highway – Lot 4 Bl 4 DL 1356 Plan 7006
FILE NO: 3800-04
RECOMMENDATIONS 1. That the report from the Chief Building Official regarding a Building Bylaw Contravention Notice at 4684 SUNSHINE COAST HIGHWAY be received. 2. That the Corporate Officer be directed to file notice in the Land Title Office, in accordance with Section 57 of the Community Charter, against 4684 SUNSHINE COAST HIGHWAY legally described as Lot 4 Bl 4 DL 1356 Plan 7006. 3. That upon confirmation from the Chief Building Official that all outstanding issues are resolved and the required permits, certifications and inspections approved, the Notice may be discharged from the title upon receipt of the required fee.
PURPOSE The purpose of this report is to obtain Council authorization to register a Notice of Bylaw Contravention in the Land Title Office due to a contravention of the District’s Building Bylaw, in accordance with Section 57 of the Community Charter.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Defer the authorization pending the receipt of further information. 3. Deny the request for authorization.
DISCUSSION
Context/Background On November 28, 2019, the District of Sechelt Building Department became aware that construction without a required permit has taken place at 4684 Sunshine Coast Hwy, in this instance, a deck. A Field Inspection Notice was left at the residence requesting that the owner contact the building department.
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 108 On January 17, 2020, the owner emailed the Building Official stating that he was out of the country and would contact an engineer upon his return. There was no further action or contact from the owner. On February 16, 2021, a letter from the Chief Building Official indicating that the District would initiate action for obtaining Notice on Title for contravention of the Building Bylaw was hand delivered to the owner’s home. In a last attempt to obtain the required Building Permit application from the owner, the Chief Building Official had another letter sent by registered mail and hand delivered a copy to the address on March 24, 2021. There was no subsequent contact from the owner.
Strategic Plan This action aligns with the Strategic Priority of Improved Governance and Communication: 6.1 Operating and communicating in a timely manner with transparency and accountability following best practices for local government.
Policy Implications The District’s building bylaw places the onus on property owners to arrange for building permits prior to the start of construction. In this case no building permit was applied for and safety and health issues may exist in contravention of the District’s building bylaw and zoning bylaw.
Financial Implications If deficiencies are not registered on title, and a safety or health related incident occurs, costs to the District to defend legal actions may be substantial. Staff resources are required for follow-up notices, letters, inspections and preparing of Land Title Office documentation. There is a $28.63 Land Title Office fee for filing the legal notation. An administration fee of $100 is collected from the property owner at the time of removal of the Notice, to reimburse these costs.
Communications Staff have endeavoured to contact the owner on numerous occasions without success. As required under the Community Charter, the owner has been given notice that this matter will be placed before Council for its consideration by way of a registered letter. A copy of the letter was also delivered by hand to their residence.
Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Respectfully submitted, Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X James Nyhus Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Chief Building Official Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
District of Sechelt
Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 109 Item 10.4
REQUEST FOR DECISION TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Manager of Municipal Construction and Infrastructure Renewal
SUBJECT: Request for Noise Bylaw 519, 2012 Variance – Sechelt Airport Runway Improvements and Extension
FILE NO: 5331-118; 2019-06
RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. That the report from the Manager of Municipal Construction and Infrastructure Renewal, titled Request for Noise Bylaw 519, 2012 Variance – Sechelt Airport Runway Improvements and Extension be received.
2. That Council approve a variance to Noise Bylaw No. 519, 2012, allowing Jakes Construction Ltd. to complete runway, taxiway and apron works at the Sechelt Airport between 5:00 am to 7:00 am, and 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm during the period from May 31st to June 18th, 2021.
PURPOSE To bring forward a request to Council to approve a variance to Noise Bylaw 519, 2012 to facilitate works scheduled from May 31st to June 18th, in order to facilitate the preparation for, and paving of the Sechelt Airport, ensuring the timely completion of the project.
OPTIONS 1. Approve an amended variance to Noise Bylaw 519, 2012 (to be cited by Council). 2. Deny the request for a variance to Noise Bylaw 519, 2012.
DISCUSSION Context/Background The contractor for the Sechelt Airport Runway Improvements and Extension requested permission on April 19, 2021, to complete the preparation and paving of the Sechelt Airport outside the time limits set by Noise Bylaw 519, 2012. Section 4(d) of the Noise Bylaw states:
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 110 “No person shall, on a Monday to Saturday inclusive before 0700 hours or after 2100 hours, or on a Holiday before 0900 hours or after 1700 hours, engage in or permit construction in such a manner as to create noise.” The contractor requested permission to continue construction work with heavy equipment between the hours of 5:00 am and 7:00 am, and 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm from May 31st to June 18, 2021. The contractor expects to complete the works by June 13th; however, they have requested additional time to ensure the completion of the works to account for any unforeseen circumstances or poor weather conditions. Granting this variance will allow the milling and pulverization process of the existing runway prior to paving, as well as the placement of new asphalt for the existing runway, taxiway as well as the new runway extension. The extra construction time will help minimize the number of days the runway is closed to air traffic. Air traffic will be made aware of this closure through the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) process. This will be coordinated by the Sechelt Airport Manager. During the closure, Jakes Construction Ltd., the District’s consultant (Associated Engineering), and the Sechelt Airport Manager will ensure all applicable safety precautions are undertaken. Policy Implications Council has previously approved Noise Bylaw variances to allow night works for other construction projects, including construction at the intersection of Trail Avenue and Cowrie Street, and at the West Sechelt Elementary School, both in 2020, as well as the BC Hydro duct bank projects in 2012 through Downtown Sechelt and during the Watermark construction in 2013. This request is not precedent setting.
A variance to the provisions of the Noise Bylaw must be granted by Council resolution. Communications Should Council approve the variance, staff will request that the contractor notify by hand delivered letter to impacted residents, businesses, as well as emergency services, 48 hours in advance of the commencement of work. In addition, the District will post this information to social media and the District’s website. Staff have provided the attached map for the impacted businesses and property owners within 1 km, along Field Road.
Respectfully submitted,
Sanath Bandara, P.Eng. Manager of Municipal Construction and Infrastructure Renewal
Attachments: 1 – Letter from Jakes Construction Requesting Variance 2 – Map of Impacted Area 3 – Public Notice for Noise Variance
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 111 Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering & Operations X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager X Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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April 19, 2021
District of Sechelt PO Box 129 2nd Floor, 5797 Cowrie St. Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0
Attention: Sanath Bandara, M. Eng, P. Eng Manager of Municipal Construction and Infrastructure Renewal
District of Sechelt Project Number: 5331-118;2019-06: Request for Variance to Noise Bylaw
Sanath
We would like to formally request a variance to the District of Sechelt Noise bylaw from May 31 to June 18th, 2021. The requested variance would be from 5 am to 7 am & 9 pm to 10 pm daily. The variance would help us facilitate the site prep and Paving works during the period of the Runway closure.
Regards,
Ken MacAndrew Project Manager Jakes Construction Ltd.
District of Sechelt
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Area of Letter Delivery
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 114 Attachment 3 604 885 1986 PO Box 129, 5797 Cowrie St, 2nd Floor Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0 www.sechelt.ca
To Whom It May Concern:
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROPOSED RUNWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND EXTENSION AT THE SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL (SECHELT) AIRPORT NOISE BYLAW 519 VARIANCE
Jakes Construction LTD is requesting a variance to Noise Bylaw 519, from May 31st to June 18th, between the hours of 5am to 7am, and 9pm to 10pm. During this period, Jakes Construction will be milling and paving the airport runway, taxi way, and extension.
The majority of the works are on site and will have no impact on nearby residences and businesses, but please be aware there may be increased truck traffic along Field Road during this time.
ANY CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY INQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Jakes Construction LTD. (The Contractor) P: 604‐701‐3005 | M: 604‐819‐7260
ANY DESIGN OR ENGINEERING INQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECT TO: Associated Engineering BC LTD. (District of Sechelt Consultant) P: 604‐293‐1411 | D: 587‐772‐0698
ALL OTHER INQUIERIES MAY BE DIRECT TO: District of Sechelt D: 604‐740‐8473 [email protected]
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 115 Item 10.5
REQUEST FOR DECISION
TO: Mayor and Council MEETING DATE: May 19, 2021
FROM: Director of Financial Services
SUBJECT: RCMP New Member Request
FILE NO: 7800-03-2021
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. That the report from the director of financial services regarding the RCMP new member request be received.
2. That the request to add a new municipal RCMP member for 2021/2022 for the District of Sechelt be endorsed.
PURPOSE To seek endorsement from Council on adding a new municipal RCMP member position for the District of Sechelt for the 2021/2022 fiscal period.
OPTIONS 1. Endorse the above recommendations. 2. Do not endorse the above recommendations.
DISCUSSION
Context/Background Number of calls to the RCMP and the average time spent on each call in the District of Sechelt has increased steadily over the past two decades, with significant increases in the past two years. The number of calls involving individuals with mental illness has increased, and recent changes in provincial policing standards has increased the amount of time and member resources that must be allocated to each call. Other factors, including the current global pandemic and opioid crisis contribute to the ongoing challenges faced by our detachment. The last increase for a municipal RCMP member was in 2009. The last increase for a provincial RCMP member was in 2011. The Sunshine Coast population continues to grow and the population to officer ratio now exceeds the provincial average. Based on 2019 statistics1 The
1 Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Police Services Division. (2019). Police Resources in British Columbia, 2019. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/law-crime-and-justice/criminal-justice/police/publications/statistics/police- resources.pdf
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 116 Sunshine Coast population to officer ratio is 916 people for every police officer. The provincial detachment average was 882. The Sunshine Coast and Sechelt are tourist destinations and, as a result, populations are not static. Exact numbers for seasonal population increases can only be estimated. The Sunshine Coast RCMP detachment currently includes 35 member positions with 11 of those being municipal positions for the District of Sechelt. The addition of a 12th municipal member position will bring the population to officer ratio approximately 834, although this does not include seasonal population changes. To date the District of Sechelt has issued two letters of intent to the RCMP to notify them we may request the additional member and are seeking a council resolution to formally endorse this action. The final step will be to issue a letter to the Solicitor General and Minister of Public Safety, Hon. Mike Farnworth requesting that the additional member be added to the Federal/Provincial Municipal Police Unit Agreement.
Strategic Plan
3.4 Giving consideration to community safety and well-being in operational practices and infrastructure projects.
Policy Implications There are no policy implications.
Financial Implications The addition of a municipal RCMP member will be at an annual cost of $130,591 to the District of Sechelt operating budget starting in 2022. The process to add a new position for the RCMP requires amendments to the Federal/Provincial Municipal Police Unit Agreement and may take 6 months or more to complete.
Communications The District of Sechelt will complete all required documentation to facilitate the new member request and will ensure all stakeholders are informed.
Respectfully submitted, David Douglas Director of Financial Services
Attachment - Letter to Hon. Mike Farnworth requesting that the additional member be added to the Federal/Provincial Municipal Police Unit Agreement for the District of Sechelt.
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Reviewed by: A. Allen, Director of Planning & Development X Reviewed by: D. Douglas, Director of Financial Services Reviewed by: K. Dhillon, Director of Engineering and Operations X Reviewed by: J. Rogers, Communications Manager Reviewed by: J. Frank, Corporate Officer X Approved by: A. Yeates, Chief Administrative Officer X
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 118 ATTACHMENT604 885 1986 1 PO Box 129 5797 Cowrie St, 2nd Floor Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0 sechelt.ca
May 11, 2021
The Honourable Mike Farnworth Solicitor General & Minister of Public Safety P.O. Box 9010 Prov. Govt. Victoria, British Columbia V8W 9L5
Dear Minister Farnworth:
RE: Request for Increase in Members to District of Sechelt RCMP Municipal Police Unit
The Council of the District of Sechelt has authorized and is requesting an increase of one (1) regular member assigned to its RCMP Municipal Police Unit for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. The current District of Sechelt RCMP Municipal Police Unit’s authorized strength is eleven (11) members. With the increase of one position, the authorized establishment to be recorded in Annex “A” of the District of Sechelt Municipal Police Unit Agreement will be twelve (12). As per the terms of the Agreement, the number of members will be increased as soon as practicable within one year of the federal government’s receipt of your letter to the federal minister.
I confirm our incremental financial commitment for the costs of the requested increase. Since establishment increases/decreases require amendments to Annex “A” of the Federal/Provincial Agreement, please take the necessary steps to amend the Annex “A” by contacting the Solicitor General of Canada.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
David Douglas,
Director of Financial Services
Cc: Member in Charge, Local RCMP Detachment Poppy Hallam C/O Acting S/Sgt Don Newman Establishment Coordinator, Establishment Unit, RCMP “E” Division Headquarters Contract Management Unit, BC RCMP Operations Strategy Branch Regional Director of Financial Management, RCMP “E” Division Headquarters
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 119 Item 11.2 (a) SCRD REPORT
FROM: COUNCILLOR TOTH REPORT DATE: MAY 14TH, 2021 PERIOD COVERING: APR 30TH – MAY 14TH, 2021
Special Corporate & Administrative Services Committee May 6th:
- This entire meeting was devoted to the Rural Grant in Aid program, and funding allotments. Announcements will be coming soon from the decisions made, which all happened in a closed meeting.
Infrastructure Services Committee May 13th:
- The committee received a delegation regarding a public information and education campaign from ‘Sustainable Sunshine Coast’, which is aimed at helping the tourism industry and visitors to the Coast understand the water pressures here as well as ways to visit with a low environmental footprint
- The committee heard first hand from a Sechelt resident from Selma Park who convinced the SCRD to install water meters on 9 properties in his area to look at excess amounts of groundwater even during drought conditions. It turned out six of the nine properties had leaking water connections, resulting in millions of litres of lost water over unknown years (the houses were all over 25 years old).
- The committee received a report from staff outlining the costs of contamination in the drywall bin at the Sechelt landfill. Costs to remediate the bins of illegally dumped asbestos items has already cost $126,000 in 2021. Drywall that is clean is recycled by New West Gypsum. But if a bin is contaminated, the entire load needs to be tested and remediated, with the offending drywall transported to Alberta for disposal. The committee has recommended stepping up advocacy efforts, as there are currently no options for Sunshine Coast residents to self haul any amount of contaminated drywall, even to the Lower Mainland. The committee also recommended raising the cost of drywall tipping to $1000 per tonne to cover the illegal contamination, testing, and remediation.
- Staff recommended several changes to the tipping fees regarding tires that are on and off rim, as well as appliances containing ammonia. Rather than setting separate fees for ammonia containing appliances, the committee seemed supportive of a slightly higher fee to cover all refrigerant containing appliances. After a lengthy discussion, including pointing out that tires off of the rim can be recycled for free at almost all of the tire shops on the Coast, the committee voted to refer this item back to staff for some further refinement.
- A recommendation was passed to have the Town of Gibsons continue to operate the South Coast green waste drop off station, though at an increased cost due to the amount of staff overtime that’s being incurred to open and close the facility each day.
- The committee received a water supply update for the month. While the snow pack is still average, measurements were taken before this latest spell of warm weather, and melting has accelerated in the watershed. Summer rains will drive the conservation measures again this year.
- The majority of water service areas in BC go to stage 1 restrictions effective May 1st automatically, and the SCRD is no different. The news release is attached to this report.
Regular Board Meeting May 13th:
- In addition to receiving and adopting recommendations from previous committees, the Board also gave the final approval for the water metering phase three (Sechelt) AAP. The AAP will begin May 21st, and the
District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 120 deadline for responses will be July 7th, 2021 at 4:30pm. Forms can be picked up at the SCRD offices or can be printed from the website, and can be returned by mail, to the office during business hours, and to the 24 hour drop slot on the East side of the building. Installation of water meters can greatly help to defer expensive expansion projects to help spread out costs better. Without metering, we would still need another water source beyond what is currently being explored (Attachment A). The cost for water meters if the full amount is borrowed would be under $54 a year on the parcel taxes for 15 years.
Upcoming SCRD Meetings:
Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee: May 18 at 11:00 am Planning and Community Development Committee: May 20 at 9:30 am Let’s Talk Water – Water Metering: May 26 at 7:00 pm Corporate and Administrative Services Committee: May 27 at 9:30 am Regular Board: May 27 at 2:00 pm Let’s Talk Water – Water Meter Program May 26th at 7:00 pm
Livestream: https://youtu.be/RHZ4Qz_G8W0 Participate:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83465623196?pwd=WVd2L3YwQXB2N0oxclJ3ektsT3VJQT09
Attachments:
A – Water Meter Timeline Impact
B – Stage 1 Water Restrictions News Release
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District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 122 Water Metering Fully Implemented in 2024 8,000,000
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District of Sechelt Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 123 • 2026: New source needed • WSD without a new source Status Quo − 2035: ~ 570,000m3 − 2050: ~ 1,810,000m3
Metering • 2039: New source needed completed with • 2050: WSD ~735,000m3 pay-per-use without new source rates
www.scrd.ca
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News Release
Stage 1 Water Conservation Regulations in Effect May 1
Sechelt, BC – April 19, 2021 — In order to conserve water and meet high demand through our potentially hot dry summers, each year the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) brings in Stage 1 water conservation regulations on May 1.
These regulations are separated into two categories – using sprinklers or soaker hoses to water lawns and or using sprinklers or soaker hoses to water flowers, shrubs, trees and food producing plants.
Watering schedules are set based on your home address.
Watering Lawns
Sprinklers or soaker hoses can be used to water lawns according to the Stage 1 schedule which is:
For even numbered addresses, lawn sprinkling is allowed Thursday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. For odd numbered addresses, lawn sprinkling is allowed on Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Watering trees, shrubs, flowers and food producing plants
Sprinklers or soaker hoses can be used to water trees, shrubs, flowers and food producing plants and trees according to the Stage 1 schedule:
For even numbered addresses, sprinkling is allowed Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For odd numbered addresses, sprinkling is allowed on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Exemptions from Stage 1
During Stage 1 water restrictions, hand held hoses with shut-off devices can be used anytime for watering lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables.
Commercial food producing farms paying a metered rate for water are exempt from Stage 1 regulations.
Pressure washing sidewalks and driveways, windows or exterior building surfaces is permitted only during Stage 1.
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Outside of allowable times
If you need to establish a new lawn, permits are available for watering beyond the allowable times in stage 1. Permits are only available during Stage 1 (Normal) outdoor water use, for a period of 21 days or until Stage 3 (Acute) is declared. If you require a permit call 604-885-6806 or email [email protected].
SCRD staff patrol neighbourhoods on a regular basis to enforce regulations and to deliver educational materials. Complaints are also investigated.
“The amount of snow on the mountains is above average which is positive as we look ahead to the summer, however, in the past we have still required Stage 3 and Stage 4 water conservation regulations with a similar snowpack,” says Remko Rosenboom, General Manager of Infrastructure Services at the SCRD. “I encourage all residents to adhere to Stage 1 regulations and think now about how you are going to conserve water into the summer.”
For more information, contact the SCRD at 604-885-6806. Visit www.scrd.ca/Sprinkling-Regulations for details on water conservation regulations.
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Media Enquiries: Shane Walkey, Manager, Utility Services Sunshine Coast Regional District Phone: 604-740-5301 Email: [email protected]
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COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE April 27, 2021 – May 10, 2021
CORRESPONDENCE ACTION OUTCOME PAGE 1. 04-27, Email, Town of Forwarded to Mayor Acknowledged. Pg 128 View Royal, Request for and Council Authority and Training for Hospital Security Staff FOR INFORMATION
2. 05-04, Email, City of Forwarded to Mayor Acknowledged. Pg 129 Campbell River, Logging and Council of High-Risk Old-Growth Forests FOR INFORMATION
3. 05-10, Email, District of Forwarded to Mayor Acknowledged. Pg 130 - 131 Mackenzie, Support for and Council Three-Digit Suicide Prevention Hotline FOR INFORMATION
4. 05-10, Email, Sgt D Forwarded to Mayor Acknowledged. Pg 132 - 133 Newman, Sunshine and Council Coast RCMP - Community Policing FOR ACTION Priorities
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Regular Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2021 Page 128 City of Campbell River From the Office of the Mayor
29 April 2021
The Honourable Katrine Conroy Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development P0 Box 90049 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9E2 Via email:
Dear Minister Conroy:
Re: Logging of at-risk old —growth forests in the province
At their April 26 meeting, City of Campbell River Council received correspondence from Bob Brash, Executive Director of the Truck Loggers Association (TLA), outlining their concerns about the City of Nanaimo Council decision regarding logging of at-risk old —growthforests in the province. Mr. Brash further offered to brief several Vancouver Island councils on the TLA perspective on BC’s forest sector and working forests.
At the same meeting, City of Campbell River Council passed a resolution to contact you, Premier Horgan and Minister Osborne as well as BC MLAsto urge the Province that decisions made regarding the forest sector be based on facts and science.
Council believes that coastal forest operations are threatened by misinformation. Campbell River is a coastal forestry hub, and we view forestry as an essential component of economic recovery during and following the pandemic.
The City of Campbell River asks that you consider our concerns while making important decisions.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
/Andy Adams Mayor
301 St.Ann’sRoad, Campbell River,B,C,V9W4C7 Phone (250) 286-5700 Fax (250) 286-5760 District of Sechelt
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May 10, 2021
Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament 9916 100 Avenue Fort St. John, BC V1J 1Y5
Dear Mr. Zimmer, MP
Re: Letter of support for national three-digit suicide prevention hotline - 988
On behalf of Council, we are pleased to provide this letter of support for the creation of a national three-digit suicide and crisis hotline – 988.
The Council of the District of Mackenzie, at their Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 26, 2021 hereby resolved the following:
31933. MOVED by Councillor Hipkiss Support for WHEREAS the Federal government has passed a motion to adopt 988, a National 988 Crisis three-digit suicide and crisis hotline; Line AND WHEREAS the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for suicide prevention services by 200 per cent;
AND WHEREAS existing suicide prevention hotlines require the user to remember a 10-digit number and go through directories or be placed on hold;
AND WHEREAS in 2022 the United States will have in place a national 988 crisis hotline;
AND WHEREAS the District of Mackenzie recognizes that it is a significant and important initiative to ensure critical barriers are removed to those in a crisis and seeking help;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the District of Mackenzie endorses this 988-crisis line initiative;
and that Staff be directed to send a letter indicating such support to the local MP, MPP, Federal Minister of Health, the CRTC and local area municipalities to indicate our support. CARRIED
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We see great value in this project and we look forward to the implementation of this initiative.
Sincerely,
Joan Atkinson Mayor cc: Dan Davies Member of the Legislative Assembly [email protected]
The Hon. Steven Guilbeault Minister of Canadian Heritage Minister Responsible for the CRTC [email protected]
The Hon. Patty Hajdu Federal Minister of Health [email protected]
Local Area Municipalities
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