An Official Community Plan (OCP) is a policy document that sets out the vision, goals and objectives to guide the municipality. Council, city staff and community members use the OCP to help make decisions about a variety of issues including housing, transportation, employment, social well-being and the provision of services.

Much has changed in the City since the current OCP was adopted in 2002, including the growing impacts of climate change, rising energy costs, concerns around affordable housing, and other emerging issues. This review provides an opportunity to update the Plan with these issues in mind and a view to the future.

WHAT IS AN OCP AND Why IS It ImPOrtANt?

“In 2031, the City of North Vancouver is a vibrant, diverse, and highly livable community, resilient in its ability to adapt and thrive in the face of change, and sustainable in its ability to prosper without sacrifice to future generations”.

COMMUNITY VISION

CityShaping is the community engagement process to update the City’s Official Community Plan. Over 2,300 community

members have participated to date. Join the conversation about the future of your community. Find details on input opportunities at

www.cnv.org/CityShaping.

A DRAFT OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN

FOR THE CITY

After many months of community engagement, we are pleased that a draft Official Community Plan (OCP) has been released. It builds on the 2002 OCP and centres on a vision of the City in 2031 as a vibrant, diverse and highly livable community. The OCP seeks to respond to changing trends and challenges from housing to employment to climate change. In the coming weeks, the City will be inviting you to have further input into the City’s future. We encourage everyone to learn more about this Plan and join the conversation.

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This map is one part of the Draft OCP and is subject to change.For more information visit www.cnv.org/CityShaping.

Central LonsdaleIntensification along Lonsdale and around the hospital precinct and recognition of the ongoing planning effort for Harry Jerome Residential Complex.

East 3rd Street - Frequent Transit Development AreaIncremental intensification including mid-rise buildings on East 3rd Street and townhouses and duplexes in the surrounding neighbourhood.

Marine Drive - Frequent Transit Development AreaEstablished land use designations to be retained while benefiting from proposed frequent transit service.

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introduced for medium andhigh density categories.

*Providing for the potential for both an in-house secondary suite and a coach house through an amendment to the City’s Zoning Bylaw.

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DRAFT PLAN At-A-GLANCE

1. Longer Time Horizon: this plan includes a Community Vision to the year 2031 and, in keeping with the regional Growth Strategy, has 2041 on the horizon.

2. Updated Community Vision and Sustainability Framework: An interlinked set of community values centred on a vision of the City in 2031 has been introduced.

3. New Policy Components: New policies addressed in this plan include adaptation to climate change, connecting health and the built environment, public safety, and a greater focus on affordable housing options.

4. Partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health: the City has partnered with VCh to incorporate a health lens into the OCP.

5. Planning for Future Transit Land Use Corridors: Changes to the City’s Land Use Plan support translink’s Frequent transit Network.

6. Land Use Changes: Changes include: 1) Central Lonsdale 2) E. 3rd St. Area, and 3) two Secondary Suites in residential Level 1.

7. Small Commercial Nodes: the plan enables small scale mixed uses in residential areas such as corner stores.

8. New Development Permit Areas (DPAs): DPAs allow the City to establish specific guidelines in its Zoning Bylaw for entire areas on issues such as form, character and hazard mitigation.

9. Introduction of Density Bonus Caps: Density bonus caps have been introduced in the OCP. A separate Density Bonus and Amenity Contribution Policy is also available for public input.

10. Sustainability Targets and Indicators: Sustainability targets and Indicators provided in each chapter are tied to specific policy objectives.

WHAT ArE thE 10 BIG ChANGES?

Land Use – Housing, Population and EmploymentDecisions around land use are key to developing a complete, compact, urban community with easy access to a variety of housing types, transit, employment and recreation.

Community Well-beingFostering a community where people are supported and encouraged in an inclusive, healthy and safe environment.

Parks, Recreation and Open SpaceA linked system of public spaces, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and services, parks, greenways and natural areas for healthy, active living and community gatherings are important to a complete community.

Economic DevelopmentWhen the economy is working well, the community prospers, enabling community members to support themselves and providing a strong tax base from which to fund services and infrastructure.

Transportation, Mobility and AccessOne of the most significant issues facing the community is meeting its transportation needs through a variety of convenient transportation choices while supporting efficient goods movement. this includes planning for those with disabilities, limited mobility and residents with low income.

Natural Environment, Energy and ClimateA healthy environment for the future includes protecting and improving ecological health, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and integrating climate adaptation measures.

Arts, Culture and HeritageA creative community, building on the diversity of its people, landscape and history to inspire innovation and reinforce sense of place.

Municipal Services and InfastructureBuilding a financially sustainable legacy of green, durable, timeless infrastructure and responsive, thoughtful delivery of services helps to sustain the health and well-being of the community.

POLICy AREAS

the Draft OCP builds on the basic framework and many of the goals and objectives of the City’s current Plan. this includes the ongoing pursuit of a compact and complete urban community with a mix of housing and employment opportunities well served by transit and amenities. It also includes an integrated set of policies to maintain a distinctive sense of place and the development of a sustainable and highly livable city.

Although many of the current Plan’s goals and objectives have been maintained, some of the major changes in the Draft OCP include:

This map supports plan objectives through land use. The annotations below highlight some of the key changes to the updated land use map.

Sources: Statistics Canada – 2001 Census / 2011 National Household Survey

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WHERE ArE WE IN thE PrOCESS?

Council has referred the Draft OCP for public input and discussion. there are many ways to participate and keep informed of upcoming activities: • Sign up for regular updates at CityShaping@cnv.org• Attend an Open House • Fill out a Feedback Form • Review the latest Summary Reports• Follow us on Facebook, Twitter• Check our webpage regularly at www.cnv.org/CityShaping Whether you have followed the whole process or are just joining in now, your input will help make the City an even better place to live.

FOR MORE INFO

CONTACT USCity of North Vancouver141 West 14th StreetNorth Vancouver, BC V7m 1h9CityShaping@cnv.org

Email: CityShaping@cnv.orgwww.cnv.org/CityShapingPhone: 604.990.4240

HOW yOU CAN GEt INVOLVEDthe metro Vancouver regional Growth Strategy (metro Vancouver2040: Shaping our Future) focuses on land use policies to guide the future development of the region and support the efficient provision of transportation, regional infrastructure and community services. A regional Context statement outlines how each metro Vancouvermunicipality will accommodate its share of the regional growth andhow local policies align to support the regional Strategy.

this handout includes an overview of some key policy changes. For more information please review the Draft OCP. this document and background materials are available at cnv.org/CityShaping.

REGIONAL CONtEXt