The University Endowment Lands (UEL) has launched the Official Community Plan (OCP) Update. The existing OCP was adopted in 2005, and a lot has changed since then. The OCP Update is your chance to share your ideas and help shape our community’s future.
See OCP Update Poster for more information.
See OCP Update Newsletter for more information.
See OCP Update Discussion Guide for more information.
What is an OCP?
An OCP describes the long-term vision of a community. An OCP includes goals, objectives and policies that guide planning and land use management and addresses matters like housing, transportation, infrastructure and climate change. An OCP must include existing and proposed land use (i.e., residential, institutional, commercial etc.) and existing and proposed public facilities (i.e., parks, school, community centres etc.). An OCP must also show how major road, sewer and water systems will be phased and set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Why are we updating the OCP now?
The Province recently introduced several housing initiatives to increase the supply of housing. Bills 44 and 47 will guide future growth and development in the UEL. Bill 44 allows for 4-6 units on single-family lots depending on their size and location while Bill 47 directs higher density and mixed-use development within walking distance of frequent transit services like bus exchanges. More information on the new Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing and Transit Oriented Area legislation may be found here.
The Province requires the UEL to update its OCP by December 31, 2025 to comply with the new housing legislation. This mandatory planning work takes time to complete. The UEL is launching the OCP Review now to ensure there are multiple opportunities for community education and engagement.
Get Involved!
We want to hear from you! Your input will inform our plan and policies. There will be multiple opportunities to get involved throughout the OCP Review process, to learn more and share your thoughts.
Here is what’s coming up this Winter/Spring:
- Jan. 20, 2025 – CAC Meeting
- Feb. 04, 2025 – Community Webinar
- Feb. 25, 2025 – Community Survey
- Mar. 04, 2025 – Community Workshop
Get in touch
Keep an eye on the UEL OCP Update webpage for regular updates and opportunities to get involved. A Community Survey will be launched on February 25, 2025.
Have questions? Get in touch with the UEL Administration PlanUEL@gov.bc.ca.