Welcome to the Project Website for District of Sechelt Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 492-32,2023, Land Use Plan for Sawarne Lands
What’s Happening
On behalf of Greypointe Properties, Aplin & Martin Consultants Ltd. has prepared an application, initiated in 2024, to amend the District of Sechelt Official Community Plan (2011) for the SilverStone lands in West Sechelt, in response to the direction from District staff.
The subject site is approximately 143 acres and is located in West Sechelt.
Project History
The SilverStone Project began in 2005 with a 30-lot waterfront development along the Strait of Georgia.
Over more than two decades, the SilverStone lands have evolved through structured planning and development, laying the groundwork for the community that exists today.
SilverStone Phase Map
Community Amenity Contribution Summary
• Trails, MUPs and Active Transportation – Multi-use pathways strengthen pedestrian and cycling connectivity
• Parkland and Green Space – Dedication of SilverStone Beach Park and Quarry Park, along with protected buffer areas and the establishment and extension of a 15-meter green buffer
• Infrastructure and Servicing Improvements – Enhanced stormwater management, watermain upgrades, sanitary capacity assessments, and geotechnical and hydrogeological studies
Phase I – Waterfront Single Family
• SilverStone's first phase dates back to the early 2000s, consisting of a 30-lot waterfront development • The 1.31-acre SilverStone Beach Park was dedicated as a community amenity • Improvements also included a walking trail, lookout enhancements, rest areas, and waste-disposal facilities • Infrastructure upgrades were put into place, including: bioswales and a realignment of the Norwest Bay Rd. / Sunshine Coast Hwy. intersection to improve traffic safety
Phase II – SilverStone Heights Phase 1
• The second phase of development, SilverStone heights, consisted of 30 single-family lots, was approved by the district in 2012 and then construction began • Community amenities include the dedication of the 4.68-acre Quarry Park and a 15-meter green buffer • Infrastructure upgrades included voluntary offsite upgrade of Derby Rd. from Granite Rd. to Baillie Rd. with sidewalks and bicycle lanes • Constructed roads connecting Cowrie St. to Derby Rd., and Derby Rd. to Granite Rd. • Further enhancements include bike lanes on Cowrie St. and a bus pullout for SCRD transit buses – which is now operational
Phase III – SilverStone Heights Phase 2
• The third phase of development is located between Derby Rd. and phase 1 of SilverStone Heights, consisting of a 56-lot subdivision approved in 2016 • Community amenities included voluntary offsite upgrades of Derby Rd. from Baillie Rd. to Norwest Bay Rd. with bike lanes, and driveway improvements to existing homes on Derby Rd. beyond SilverStone • Infrastructure improvements have included multi-use pathways on Derby Rd. and raised pedestrian crosswalk at Granite/Derby intersection • Significant upgrades to SCRD watermain, upsized water main and valves from 300 mm to 400 mm, benefiting firefighting capacity and the broader West Sechelt community
View of Derby Road
Phase IV – Senior Care Facility
• Prior to 2020, the District of Sechelt identified the need for a new senior care facility • In response, SilveStone provided land to allow the development of a 128- bed Senior Care Facility in partnership with Trellis • SilverStone Care Centre officially opened its doors in January 2024 • Amenities include dining areas, outdoor spaces, hair salon, and community spaces • The facility provides meaningful long-term value to the SilverStone community
SilverStone Care Centre
Regional Servicing Review
Concurrent with both Single Family Phase I and Phase II, the developer conducted community servicing analyses for:
• Sanitary Capacity Assessment – Evaluated existing system capabilities to accommodate both current and future demands
• Integrated Stormwater Management Plan (ISMP) – Prepared for the full West Sechelt drainage area, including the Sawarne lands and surrounding properties
• Geotechnical Studies – Conducted to confirm site stability and overall development suitability
• Hydrogeological Investigations – Included installation of stormwater monitoring wells to analyze surface and subsurface water conditions
Covenant & Master Development Agreement (MDA)
Covenant and MDA • The restrictive covenant CA3315855 currently registered on SilverStone lands, was established to require the developer to register a Master Development Agreement (MDA). • MDA ensures coordinated phasing and allows time to understand long-term housing needs and expectations, therefore allows appropriate time to understand how this community would build out over time.
MDA Requirements
• The updated OCP will form the foundation of the MDA, which sets the sequencing and timing for future housing delivery to meet Sechelt’s housing needs. • MDA outlines roles, responsibilities, and financing for future infrastructure and community amenities. • Unlike a Neighbourhood Plan, the MDA provides certainty and avoids a piecemeal development approach, enabling full delivery of parks rather than fragmented sections over decades.
OCP Amendment
Why an OCP Amendment Is Required? A restrictive covenant on title requires the creation of a Master Development Agreement (MDA). Before the MDA can be prepared, the applicant has been requested by the District to review and update the OCP plans in order to: 1. Respond to provincial legislation - Bill 44 (missing middle housing) and Bill 46 (streamlined infrastructure/amenity delivery). 2. Reflect and support the District’s Community Land Development Analysis (CLDA) and the current OCP update. 3. Support the housing goals identified in the District’s Housing Needs Study. 4. Integrate the framework and updates of the District’s Transportation Network Master Plan. 5. Establish a clear land use framework for future rezoning applications and coordinated development.
This OCP Amendment:
Provides updated land use designations.
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• Defines transportation network, parks, trails, and MUPs.
Propose potential housing typologies.
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• Supports a coordinated planning approach rather than piecemeal development.
Proposed Land Use
Proposed
Existing
Key Transformations:
Increase Housing Options and Multi-Family Residential Areas
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Establish Neighbourhood Centre
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Support Institutional Land Use
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Expand Parks and Open Space
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Preserve Agricultural Land
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Protect the Environment and Sensitive Ecosystems
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Land Use
Area
%
Total Site Area
143.05 ac
Residential (Single Family)
15.59 ac
10.9%
Multi-Family Residential
56.23 ac
39.3%
Neighbourhood Centre
2.49 ac
1.7%
Civic/Institutional/Utility
3.20 ac
2.2%
Future Residential
7.41 ac
5.1%
Parks & Open Space
20.32 ac 16.52 ac
14.2% 11.5%
Agricultural Lands
Detention Pond Lot
0.83 ac
0.6% 8.7%
Road Dedication
12.44 ac
Background of Sechelt Transportation Network Master Plan Update
• The District of Sechelt is updating its Transportation Network Master Plan to address growth, rising population, and new community needs. • After SilverStone’s Land Use Plan received second reading in March 2025, the District requested revisions to align its new road network with the updated Transportation Plan. • Minor adjustments to the road layout required the project to return for a second reading in October 2025.
March 2025
October 2025
Transportation Network
Proposed
Existing
Transportation Network
Proposed Transportation Plan
• The proposed SilverStone OCP transportation plan now is fully aligned with Sechelt Transportation Network Master Plan • Emphasizes enhanced road connectivity through the addition of new local and collector roads • Pedestrian and cycling infrastructure are integrated throughout the existing and proposed network, including multi-use pathways and trail connections • Derby Road will serve as the primary access route for the two proposed rezoning developments • These improvements will strengthen vehicular, pedestrian, and cycling connectivity in West Sechelt
Parks and Trails
Proposed
Existing
• 15.64 acres of new park and open space dedication • A network of 1.5–3.0 m wide multi-use trails integrated throughout the community • Trail system designed to respect wildlife movement and riparian areas
• Existing Quarry Park (4.68 acres)
• Off-site greenbelt along
eastern portion of site (1.53 acres) SilverStone Beach Park (1.24 acres)
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Our Response to Provincial Policy and Sechelt Community Land Development Analysis (CLDA)
Sechelt CLDA The CLDA is a strategic planning framework initiated and developed by the District of Sechelt in 2024 and forms part of the District’s Official Community Plan update.
Bill 44 Bill 44 mandates municipalities to revise zoning bylaws to allow small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH). SilverStone has adapted the proposed land use plan and potential housing typology to meet the Bill 44 objectives:
Bill 46 Bill 46 was introduced to streamline the delivery of homes, services, amenities, and infrastructure. Greypointe has been collaborating with the District of Sechelt to align SilverStone’s development with Bill 46 by integrating local services and amenities. Key aspects of SilverStone OCP’s alignment with Bill 46 include:
SilverStone OCP aligns with CLDA by:
• Supporting complete communities with mixed housing, amenities, and infrastructure • Enhancing transportation with road upgrades, multi-use paths, and transit connectivity
Fills in the missing middle by providing an array of new market housing options (SSMUH, townhouses, apartments, mixed-use) Adding new residential types reduces redevelopment pressure on established neighbourhoods Proposed density promotes efficient land use and supports sustainable infrastructure
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Transit oriented development (TOD)
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• Providing neighbourhood commercial nodes for daily needs
Amenity Contribution
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• Emphasizing diverse housing for affordability and neighbourhood character
Integration of local services
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OCP consistency
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• Delivering infrastructure upgrades for sustainable growth
Studies and Assessments
A comprehensive suite of studies was completed to evaluate site conditions, sustainability, and overall feasibility.
Environmental Study
Stormwater Management
Management
Plan & Drainage
• Active Earth Engineering Consulting completed an environmental assessment.
• Aplin Martin completed a comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan, designing a phased drainage system that meets DoS Bylaw #430 requirements. .
Slope Analysis
• CREUS Engineering Ltd. Analysis undertook the steep slope analysis, indicating areas with rock outcrops and varying slopes.
Geotechnical and Hydrogeological Studies
• MDM Groundwater Consulting Ltd. completed preliminary geotechnical and hydrogeological reviews to support safe development of the site.
Archaeological Study
• WSP Canada Inc. conducted a preliminary field reconnaissance (PFR) and record 3 archaeological potential sites (AOPs).
Potential Housing Typology
Conclusion This OCP Amendment represents a coordinated, forward-looking planning framework that:
• Aligns with provincial legislation and Sechelt’s updated OCP.
Protects the environment and sensitive ecosystems.
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• Integrates transportation, parks, trail system, and housing.
• Continues a long history of community amenity contributions.
• Supports a complete, walkable, resilient neighbourhood for West Sechelt.
• Public Hearing and 3rd Reading Adoption • Adoption of the amended OCP • Preparation of the Master Development Agreement (MDA) • Future rezoning and development applications guided by the approved framework What’s Next
Thank You!
Thank you for taking the time to review the project information. As an integral part of the public consultation process, we welcome and encourage your comments, questions, and feedback. Please submit your comments using the link below before January 30, 2026 to share your input with us.
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