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Courtenay Official Community Plan

OCP and Zoning Bylaw updates Since Courtenay adopted it’s last OCP in 2022, Courtenay is growing faster than expected. Starting in 2025, the City has been reviewing Courtenay’s OCP to ensure it aligns with update will occur over two phases with house keeping amendments to improve interpretation and use of the Zoning Bylaw in early 2026, and a full update of all zones to align with the updated OCP beginning later in the year. Next steps

provincial housing legislation introduced in 2023, including requirements to meet housing needs, regular five-year planning cycles and community engagement. Provincial rules require cities to review their Housing Needs Reports, OCPs and zoning bylaws every five years. This makes sure housing is planned for in a way that’s affordable, diverse and sustainable, supported by ongoing community engagement. The overall vision, goals and four “cardinal directions” from the 2022 OCP remain the foundation for this review and update: reconciliation, climate action, equity and community well-being. The City thanks all who participated in the community engagement whether that was through the dedicated engagement webpage, one of the virtual info sessions or workshops, survey, engagement with information booths at community events, or in person open house. The Zoning Bylaw, now almost 20 years old, will also be modernized to better reflect Courtenay’s current and future growth. The Zoning Bylaw

The updated OCP and Zoning Bylaw housekeeping amendments will be presented to council in early 2026. Both bylaw updates will include a public hearing. Learn more engagecomoxvalley.ca/courtenay-zoning engagecomoxvalley.ca/courtenay-ocp Downtown Vitalization Local Area Plan The City is also preparing a local area plan for Downtown Courtenay. This plan will provide more detailed direction for one of Courtenay’s key growth centres. The City thanks the hundreds of people who participated in the visioning for the Downtown in 2025. The process will continue into 2026. Learn more engagecomoxvalley.ca/courtenay-downtown-plan

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