Official Community Plan

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SHORELINE

Shoreline includes the surface waters, extending from the present natural boundary to the extent of the City’s jurisdiction. This includes an approximate 3 kilometre stretch of shoreline along the K’ómoks Estuary as well as both sides of the Courtenay River and all other shorelines within the City of Courtenay’s boundaries. Activities are typically environmental protection and recreation including limited marina access. Policies 1. Create zones in the Zoning Bylaw to formalize shoreline uses and setbacks to include limited public marinas and boat launches, with an emphasis on prioritizing environmental protection and passive recreation. 2. Adopt green shores policies for shorelines as described in the Floodplain and Natural Environment sections of this Plan.

PART B Managing Growth