The Official Community Plan (OCP) represents the City's long-term vision for the future growth and development of the community. It reflects residents' input, goals and vision and guides planning and decision-making. The current OCP was adopted in 2005 and substantially updated in 2013 to align with Metro Vancouver's Regional Growth Strategy.
The OCP:
- Guides development by establishing policies and designating land for specific uses.
- Provides clear direction as to how the community will grow and change in the coming years.
Land use designations for properties within the City can be found in PoCoMAP.
OCP Update
The City will be undertaking an OCP update to better align with community objectives, Metro 2050, and Provincial housing legislation. This will be guided by a "Livable Community" theme and the City's vision of a happy, vibrant, safe community.
Work in 2024 and 2025 was largely in response to Provincial housing legislation, including updates to residential design guidelines, designations and policies to accommodate small-scale, multi-unit housing (SSMUH) and defined Transit Oriented Areas. The City is working to define a full scope of work for the larger OCP refresh, including opportunities for community input.
Check back here for news, and sign up for the Let's Talk PoCo engagement tool to hear about opportunities to have your say.
Last updated: April 2026