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Consultation has concluded

The feedback period for this proposal to amend the Official Community Plan has now closed. The results have been published on shapeyourcitypenticton.ca and will be shared with staff and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for a recommendation before it is considered by Council for a decision. Future communications about this application will be shared through www.penticton.ca as part of the legislative process for considering land matters. Register to receive updates directly.

The City is proposing to update the land use designation for eight properties on South Beach Drive adjacent to Skaha Lake. The properties at 270, 274, 278, 280, 286, 292, 298 South Beach Drive and 300 Sudbury Ave are currently developed as single-family housing but are designated as Parks and Recreation. The City had planned to purchase the properties to expand Skaha Lake Park but with the price of waterfront real estate continuing to escalate and limited interest from property owners to sell, the City has not been able to advance this vision beyond the purchase of a double lot at 298 South Beach Drive / 300 Sudbury Avenue in 1992. The City is proposing to revert the designation back to a residential land use, sell 298 South Beach Drive / 300 Sudbury Avenue, using the funds to advance other parks priorities.

Given that this proposal would require a change to the OCP, the City would like to ensure members of the community are aware of the application and have the opportunity to learn more and share their views before the proposal is considered by Council. Residents are invited to review information about the proposal and complete this feedback form by Sunday, October 17, 2021.

How do I participate?

  • Review the Information Sheet or Council Report in the documents section
  • Drop by the in-person information session on Oct. 7 between 11 am and 1 pm near 298 South Beach Drive.
  • Register to participate in the online information session on Oct. 7 between 7 pm and 8:30 pm.
  • Submit questions or comments in the Forum and Questions? tools below.
  • Complete the Feedback Form below to share your views with Council.

The feedback period for this proposal to amend the Official Community Plan has now closed. The results have been published on shapeyourcitypenticton.ca and will be shared with staff and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for a recommendation before it is considered by Council for a decision. Future communications about this application will be shared through www.penticton.ca as part of the legislative process for considering land matters. Register to receive updates directly.

The City is proposing to update the land use designation for eight properties on South Beach Drive adjacent to Skaha Lake. The properties at 270, 274, 278, 280, 286, 292, 298 South Beach Drive and 300 Sudbury Ave are currently developed as single-family housing but are designated as Parks and Recreation. The City had planned to purchase the properties to expand Skaha Lake Park but with the price of waterfront real estate continuing to escalate and limited interest from property owners to sell, the City has not been able to advance this vision beyond the purchase of a double lot at 298 South Beach Drive / 300 Sudbury Avenue in 1992. The City is proposing to revert the designation back to a residential land use, sell 298 South Beach Drive / 300 Sudbury Avenue, using the funds to advance other parks priorities.

Given that this proposal would require a change to the OCP, the City would like to ensure members of the community are aware of the application and have the opportunity to learn more and share their views before the proposal is considered by Council. Residents are invited to review information about the proposal and complete this feedback form by Sunday, October 17, 2021.

How do I participate?

  • Review the Information Sheet or Council Report in the documents section
  • Drop by the in-person information session on Oct. 7 between 11 am and 1 pm near 298 South Beach Drive.
  • Register to participate in the online information session on Oct. 7 between 7 pm and 8:30 pm.
  • Submit questions or comments in the Forum and Questions? tools below.
  • Complete the Feedback Form below to share your views with Council.
Consultation has concluded

Questions for staff? Submit them here. Our goal is to respond within 48 hours.

  • Share if The city can spend $4 million on a bike path why can’t it stick to the OCP that the residents spent probably close to $1 million on? Besides, whats the hurry,the properties will eventually come up for sale and even with that the city can maintain its right to expropriate once it’s decided necessary, can’t it? Common show some leadership. on Facebook Share if The city can spend $4 million on a bike path why can’t it stick to the OCP that the residents spent probably close to $1 million on? Besides, whats the hurry,the properties will eventually come up for sale and even with that the city can maintain its right to expropriate once it’s decided necessary, can’t it? Common show some leadership. on Twitter Share if The city can spend $4 million on a bike path why can’t it stick to the OCP that the residents spent probably close to $1 million on? Besides, whats the hurry,the properties will eventually come up for sale and even with that the city can maintain its right to expropriate once it’s decided necessary, can’t it? Common show some leadership. on Linkedin Email if The city can spend $4 million on a bike path why can’t it stick to the OCP that the residents spent probably close to $1 million on? Besides, whats the hurry,the properties will eventually come up for sale and even with that the city can maintain its right to expropriate once it’s decided necessary, can’t it? Common show some leadership. link

    if The city can spend $4 million on a bike path why can’t it stick to the OCP that the residents spent probably close to $1 million on? Besides, whats the hurry,the properties will eventually come up for sale and even with that the city can maintain its right to expropriate once it’s decided necessary, can’t it? Common show some leadership.

    Wayne asked over 2 years ago

    Hi Wayne, Thank you for your message. We can include your feedback in the process.

  • Share Is this proposal single family residential or will it be multi family? on Facebook Share Is this proposal single family residential or will it be multi family? on Twitter Share Is this proposal single family residential or will it be multi family? on Linkedin Email Is this proposal single family residential or will it be multi family? link

    Is this proposal single family residential or will it be multi family?

    Barb Burke asked over 2 years ago

    Hi Barb Burke, Thank you for your question. There are two types of designations on every property. The first is Future Land Use which guides what can happen on the property if there is ever interest in a different development. The second is Zoning which reflects what can be developed on the property today.

    This proposal recommends changing the Future Land Use from "Parks" back to "Detached Residential" which would match up with the existing R1 zoning of the privately-owned homes. The privately-owned homes on South Beach Drive are currently zoned R1 (Large Lot Residential), which allows single-family homes. The R1 zoning is not changing on these privately-owned properties. 


     


  • Share The current access is WELL USED by the public. Has the city done a pedestrian count at different times of the year for this bypass? Can an easement be maintained for pedestrians between Skaha and Sudbury Beaches? on Facebook Share The current access is WELL USED by the public. Has the city done a pedestrian count at different times of the year for this bypass? Can an easement be maintained for pedestrians between Skaha and Sudbury Beaches? on Twitter Share The current access is WELL USED by the public. Has the city done a pedestrian count at different times of the year for this bypass? Can an easement be maintained for pedestrians between Skaha and Sudbury Beaches? on Linkedin Email The current access is WELL USED by the public. Has the city done a pedestrian count at different times of the year for this bypass? Can an easement be maintained for pedestrians between Skaha and Sudbury Beaches? link

    The current access is WELL USED by the public. Has the city done a pedestrian count at different times of the year for this bypass? Can an easement be maintained for pedestrians between Skaha and Sudbury Beaches?

    Ken Lintott asked over 2 years ago

    Thank you for your question Ken. The current access connecting South Beach Drive to Sudbury Avenue is currently protected via an easement registered on title. This easement is intended to stay in place into the future ensuring this important connection is maintained, regardless of whether these lands are ultimately divested of or kept by the City. 

  • Share What is the difference between Parks and Detached Residential designations? What will the homeowner be able to do under the new designation that he can't currently do? on Facebook Share What is the difference between Parks and Detached Residential designations? What will the homeowner be able to do under the new designation that he can't currently do? on Twitter Share What is the difference between Parks and Detached Residential designations? What will the homeowner be able to do under the new designation that he can't currently do? on Linkedin Email What is the difference between Parks and Detached Residential designations? What will the homeowner be able to do under the new designation that he can't currently do? link

    What is the difference between Parks and Detached Residential designations? What will the homeowner be able to do under the new designation that he can't currently do?

    BFS asked over 2 years ago

    Hi BFS, thanks for your question. Its important to note the difference between the future land use designation, and the current zoning.

    • The 'Parks' future land use designation envisions public parkland, trails, fields, beaches, and outdoor recreation areas. 
    • The 'Detached Residential' future land use designation envisions low-density residential neighbourhoods, with 1 to 2 dwelling units per property. 

    The privately-owned homes on South Beach Drive are currently zoned R1 (Large Lot Residential), which allows single family homes. The R1 zoning is not changing on these privately-owned properties. 

    Right now the 'future land use' for all homes on South Beach Drive is 'Parks', and this proposal would change that to 'Detached Residential' to match up with the existing R1 zoning of the privately-owned homes. 

    If the change to 'Detached Residential' is approved it means these properties are expected to remain residential for the long-term, instead of being converted to public parkland at some point in the future.