Developers weigh in on bylaw amendments

Langford council considers development bylaw amendments

The snowfall Monday evening didn’t stop Langford council from plowing through their agenda on schedule.

After weeks of working with the Westshore Developers Association, City staff presented a report summarizing nearly 60 proposed amendments relating to a subdivision and land development servicing bylaw. While several dealt with general housekeeping matters, others were more specific.  Amended regulations relate to retaining and stacked-rock walls, restrictions for blasting on development properties, a relaxing of cul-de-sac design to accommodate more challenging terrains and simplifying storm water management.

Staff suggested that a report be presented in six months to update council on the effectiveness of the changes. Council agreed and gave first, second and third reading to the omnibus amendments.

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