Official Community Plan - Town of Gibsons

An Official Community Plan (OCP) is a statement of objectives that outlines the long-term vision and policies for land use, growth, and development within a community. It serves as a framework for making decisions on zoning, infrastructure, housing, environmental protection, and other aspects of community planning.

The OCP was last updated in 2015, after an 18-month review process. Since then, a number of amendments have been made to the OCP (see list of Amendments on Smart Plan – page 1 and page 2).

Gibsons Official Community Plan (Smart Plan)

 Official Community Plan By Section:

OCP – Part ABC Smart Plan: Town-wide policies and all Development Permit Areas

OCP – Part D – Upper Gibsons Neighbourhood Plan

OCP – Part E – Harbour Area Plan

OCP – Part F Gospel Rock Neighbourhood Plan

OCP Vision

Gibsons will continue to be a welcoming, sustainable community that offers residents and visitors an outstanding quality of life in a spectacular natural environment. We will ensure this beautiful town retains its seaside village character for the enjoyment of all and we will nurture our unique cultural heritage and natural assets while supporting opportunities for our local economy.

Land Use Designations

The Land Use Map provides residents, Town staff and Council with direction for growth and change. When considering a zoning amendment application, Council uses the Land Use Map to ensure the zone aligns with the Land Use Plan. If a zoning amendment is not consistent with the plan, an OCP amendment can be applied for.

It should be noted that the Land Use Map is not the Zoning Map. The Zoning Bylaw provides the specific details in relation to height, setbacks and densities for parcels in the Town.

View the Land Use Designation Plan Map

Official Community Plan Update 2024/2025

The Town will be undertaking a new OCP update beginning this fall (2024), which will be informed by direct engagement with the community and by staff and Council direction.

Stay tuned for upcoming engagement opportunities in the fall of 2024.

Related Pages:

Development Permit Areas