Like other municipalities in the region, the Town of Comox is working to update its Official Community Plan, scheduled for completion by the end of the year.
The project is in its final stages, and the public is invited to provide comments.
The Town describes the OCP as an “anchor” document that outlines the municipality's long-term vision for the community and directs future development.
The 2025 OCP update aims to better align with the community's vision for Comox over the next 20 years, with a focus on addressing housing needs.
Council provided direction on the main OCP document earlier this summer and both the land use map and OCP have been posted on the project webpage for review.
At the last Strategic Planning Council Meeting, Council supported the Draft Development Permit Area (DPA) Guidelines in principle, and they are now available for review and comment until September 26.
Any revisions will be made prior to Council’s consideration of OCP Bylaw readings in October.
DPAs are a component of the OCP.
They help ensure growth and development in Comox that respects the community’s character, protects sensitive natural areas, and considers long-term sustainability.
Among other purposes, municipalities may establish DPAs under the Local Government Act, protect the natural environment, protect development from hazardous condition risks, shape the form and character of development, promote energy and water conservation, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Find more at Engage Comox Valley.
Feedback can be provided by emailing planning@comox.ca by 430pm on September 26.
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