Zoning Bylaw

STEFANIA EYMUNDSON Feb 22 2023 at 6:54PM on page 22

Suggestion

"counters" Iike "cabinets" should be struck from this section as on there own counters and cabinets can not be considered to be a kitchen. Both are used for many other purposes such as arts and crafts, and sewing rooms, etc

STEFANIA EYMUNDSON Feb 22 2023 at 6:24PM on page 59

General

I fully support the amendment of Sec 8.1.4 to do away with the 40% rule in relation to the build of secondary suites in SFD basements.
The amendment will simplify the design, and allow for more floor space in basement secondary suites.
This amendment may encourage more homeowners to build legal secondary suites which will greatly help with the current housing shortage.
Homeowners will also benefit as a secondary suite provides a mortgage helper to assist with ever increasing housing costs.
This is a much needed and long overdue bylaw amendment.

Dianne Bersea Feb 20 2023 at 3:20PM on page 84

General

Adequate space for tree installation should apply across all dwelling and development types.

Dianne Bersea Feb 20 2023 at 3:17PM on page 84

Throughout I am not seeing specifics about the space needed to accommodate trees in new developments. This is essential. If there is no space left, there will be no trees, regulated or not. The importance of Penticton's tree canopy cannot be overlooked, especially as we are in a deficit position regarding trees. Our canopy is 12% (on a good day) and claims within that the surrounding hillsides such as the upcoming Wiltse project. Allowance for tree installation is critical to replace tree loss.

Dianne Bersea Feb 20 2023 at 3:13PM on page 84

Again I am looking for adequate space for tree installation. Information of space needed must be indicated.

Dianne Bersea Feb 20 2023 at 3:09PM on page 83

I am looking for density that allows for tree installation. Adequate space must be made available for the regulated number of trees, and space for additional trees as we become more acquainted with the need for tree canopy cover.

Dianne Bersea Feb 20 2023 at 3:06PM on page 124

I'm glad to see this addition. I hope the intent is to encourage more protection of natural landscapes.

Erica Feb 15 2023 at 10:22AM on page 83

Suggestion

3099 South Main is now showing as Bareland strata on the GIS page however it is not a bareland strata. Should it be moved to a new zoning code or possibly a lot specific amendment would be best.

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:35PM on page 57

General

Vacation rentals should be in a home that is occupied by the owners. Properties are being purchased by investors making money on short term rentals and keeping residents out of the rental market or not able to purchase a home to live in.

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:31PM on page 41

General

Making people plant trees is not effective without tree bags for watering and high bylaw fines for new owners who remove the trees and turn the area into parking spots. Trees should be planted closer together to provide adequate canopy shading. This bylaw isn't strong enough to cool Penticton in the future of rising temperatures.

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:29PM on page 38

General

Photo Voltaic Solar should be a requirement to be installed in new builds, especially new multi family and commercial buildings with large flat rooftops. The City can reduce electricity costs and develop resiliency for climate events that will happen in the future.

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:27PM on page 38

General

The new BC Carbon Pollution Standards will be set by the province this week. Even those standards might not be strict enough to allow Penticton and BC to meet the targets for emission reductions in time. Bylaws should require all new builds to be fossil fuel free and up to the highest possible standards for reduced emissions. Embodied carbon should also be minimized.

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:21PM on page 38

Suggestion

Drive throughs have to be stopped as cars lined up emit tons of CO2 and other toxins. There should be no more drive-through facilities approved from now on.

in reply to Brendan Burgart's comment

Lori Goldman Feb 14 2023 at 8:19PM on page 53

Suggestion

The cost of installing EV charging at construction is far cheaper than waiting until the province mandates it. Every new home and multi-family building should have EV charging mandated.

Brendan Burgart Feb 13 2023 at 5:35PM on page 53

Suggestion

Mandating a Level 2 charging outlet for every new multi-family dwelling is a costly proposal. This will make housing affordability worse than it already is. For a single family home with an attached garage adding a charging outlet is often a reasonable addition but in many new multi-family infill projects where parking is a stall off the lane, adding a level 2 charging outlet is a costly addition. A heavy electric cable capable of carry the Level 2 current must be run underground from the electrical panel inside the home out through the wall of the house and out the parking area at the rear of the property - this costs a lot of money.

Electric vehicles do not have to charged at home. They can be charged at a high voltage station. I urge the City to reconsider mandating a charging outlet for every outdoor parking stall.

in reply to Confused in Penticton's comment

Steven Collyer - City of Penticton Feb 13 2023 at 1:51PM on page 1

Please feel free to review this document and add any comments you might have.

We also encourage you to view the summary of changes documents under the 'Documents' section on the right hand side of this page. Those summaries highlight only the changes proposed as part of this Zoning Bylaw update, while this PDF shows all the proposed changes within the full Zoning Bylaw.

Thanks for participating!

Confused in Penticton Feb 12 2023 at 10:33AM on page 1

Question

I am really confused as do you want us to read a 139 page document......

Eric Bayrd Feb 12 2023 at 9:31AM on page 124

General

Great to see this new zone for Environmental Reserve.

Eric Bayrd Feb 12 2023 at 9:15AM on page 44

General

Eliminate the entire Cash-in-lieu section. Paying to opt out of following bylaws makes them buy-laws, only accessible for the independently wealthy.

Eric Bayrd Feb 12 2023 at 8:47AM on page 38

General

Please leave the 30.0 metres or greater in place. Environmental protection of watercourses within city boundaries should be maintained, not weakened.

Patricia Wadson Feb 11 2023 at 6:59PM on page 29

Suggestion

As new zoning etc. comes up I feel like I should comment on the city's permissions for minimum set-backs for buildings. It seems like it has been allowed in the last few years to encroach on the street with little set-back. Examples are Lakeshore/Front st. location where it is built right to the road with no setbacks, also the new condo's built on S. Main across from the park. It is a huge building blocking the view and no set back from the road. I should have had room for a grassy area or something. I am now wondering if this new Martin St. building proposed will have good enough set-backs. Martin st. is feeling very tight right now. I think the city should not allow these insufficient set backs.

Khati Hendry Feb 11 2023 at 6:06PM on page 38

Suggestion

This change seems fraught--the current system seems very reasonable, limiting new development within 30 meters of a stream, or more if an expert recommends it. It is unlikely to damage the riparian area with those rules. If wording is changed to whichever is LESS, there is the danger that an expert could override the 30 meter limit, with potential irreparable damage to our riparian areas if this incorrect. Unfortunately, there can be great pressure on experts from developers to push the limits. With no change in the bylaw, I believe a variance may still be requested and evaluated case by case. The current rule is important to preserve our environment, which desperately needs protection. Don't make it so the default is to allow further encroachment. Suggest leave bylaw as it currently reads.

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:29PM on page 45

Suggestion

Great to see this being eliminated in most areas. Good start but just get rid of it all together! Commercial zones are key areas where secure bike parking is needed to allow for residents to truly use bikes for every day purposes.

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:27PM on page 45

Suggestion

Just remove this all together. Don't let developers buy their way out of providing this KEY amenity to addressing secure parking in our community. Take bold action to address climate change, Penticton!!

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:25PM on page 49

Suggestion

VERY happy to see more requirements for Class 1 spaces. Again, this could go much further. Add more for multi-unit residential. Make sure there is a minimum amount dedicated as "secure bike lockers" and add text to ensure the amenities within those rooms are bike-friendly (anchored racks, outlets, ramps for grade changes, etc.).

Good start but be much bolder. The CCAP was clear that urgent action is needed and wanted by the citizens, and Council declared a climate emergency. Making our community amenities better for secure cycling storage is a VITAL step in addressing active transportation and getting people out of cars. Respond accordingly!

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:17PM on page 53

Suggestion

Given the City's ownership of its electrical utility, should a requirement for EV energy management systems not be included here for MURBs? This will reduce infrastructure costs and ensure our city is using energy efficiently.

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:15PM on page 53

Suggestion

Very very happy to see this as a start, but could be improved. Many BC communities have bylaws which stipulate 100% of required parking spaces (and 50%+ of visitor spaces) be energized.

Especially in multi-unit residential, it is FAR more affordable to have all units energized at the outset of the project than to retrofit and add more later. Update the language to clarify for MURBs that one outlet per parking space is the requirement.

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 12:00PM on page 41

Suggestion

This section could use improvement. It's a start, but much more can be done to improve and protect Penticton's urban tree canopy. Consider other types of development and more protections for existing trees as a start.

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 11:57AM on page 38

General

Great!! Keep pushing for high performance buildings and making allowances for builders to reduce our energy use and improve resilience. We need climate action at every step of decision making!

Chris Bray Feb 11 2023 at 11:55AM on page 37

Suggestion

Do not agree with this. Primary residences can be obtrusive as far as privacy goes, and this impact will do more to reduce the quality and viability of quality carriage houses (needed to improve density and address housing availability) that it will to "protect privacy". This rule is too far-reaching as suggested. More nuanced rules about the location and type of overlooks and projections would be better.

James Oliver Feb 10 2023 at 8:52PM on page 49

Suggestion

**Eliminate the 25/30 cap on bicycle parking spaces**
With the city's investment in bicycle lanes and its clear ambitions for the increased use of bicycles, why limit the required number of spaces to 25 for larger establishments? Assuming that the new bicycle lanes increase road safety for cyclists, then perhaps the next most important consideration for a cyclist is being sure that they can lock their cycle up securely. Larger retail stores draw a larger quantity of customers and therefore will receive a greater quantity of cycling customers and will need more secure cycle parking spaces to accommodate those cycling customers.

Capping the number at 25 or 30 seems appears somewhat defeatist - perhaps there is a feeling in the council/city that "we could never need that many spaces"?

Stefania Eymundson Feb 10 2023 at 8:13PM on page 41

General

Love this! It is important that we beautify the city, provide shade, and shelter for wildlife.

Peter Eisenburger Feb 10 2023 at 4:49PM on page 5

Suggestion

Should also make sure that electric bicycles and electric scooters are fully legal to ride in Penticton. I’ve heard too many stories about people being ticketed for riding them in Penticton

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