Official Community Plan
Read the Colwood Official Community Plan
Official Community Plan by Section
- Part A: Purpose and Context
- Part B: Policies
- Part C: Implementation
- Part D: Development Permit Area Guidelines
- Part E: Area Plans
- Part F: Background Maps
- Glossary
- Appendix 1 - Royal Beach Sub-Area Plan
Vision
Colwood is a spectacular seaside community set apart by its outstanding natural setting and exceptional quality of life.
Development will be focused in town centres at Colwood Corners and Royal Bay, and along the Sooke Road transit corridor. Extra care will be taken in sensitive natural areas.
Goals
- Colwood's waterfront is a stewarded, world-class destination for residents and visitors alike.
- People and nature are exceptionally well connected in Colwood.
- Colwood residents have realistic transportation choices.
- Vibrant public spaces in Colwood – including streets – are for public life.
- Colwood is home to family-friendly neighbourhoods that provide housing choices.
- Colwood is carbon neutral, energy positive, water smart and prepared to adapt to a changing world.
Making Waves: Creating a new OCP in 2018
Great cities don't just happen - they are created by people who care about their community and are willing to rock the boat to find ways to make their city great. Colwood's Official Community Plan was shaped by strong community involvement in the Making Waves Official Community Plan project.
When Colwood Council is faced with decisions about a new development, roads project, or park improvement, they look to the Official Community Plan to determine whether it fits with the long term vision outlined there.
Building on past work
Colwood's previous Official Community Plan was created in 2008. Updates were required to better reflect the values of the community as it faces significant growth and development over the next several years. The 2018 OCP will guide the way forward to 2035 when the City will celebrate 50 years since incorporation. Council and staff are extremely grateful for the strong community involvement in creating the plan through many interactive events and thoughtful conversations as this new shared vision emerged for the future of our community.