The City of Williams Lake is inviting residents, community partners and businesses to take part in shaping the community’s future at the official launch of the 2025–2050 Official Community Plan (OCP) and Zoning Bylaw update.
The drop-in event will take place on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 4 to 7 pm at City Hall, and marks the beginning of a comprehensive planning process to guide the city’s growth and development over the next 25 years.
Attendees will have the opportunity to view informational displays, speak with members of the OCP project team and share their ideas and priorities for Williams Lake. No RSVP is required.
“This is a significant opportunity for our community to come together and envision the future of Williams Lake,” said Williams Lake Mayor Surinderpal Rathor. “We encourage everyone to participate and contribute their ideas to help shape a sustainable and vibrant city.”
The updated OCP will address a wide range of community priorities, including housing, transportation, parks and recreation, environmental protection, economic development and social well-being. It will also consider the impacts of natural hazards and future infrastructure needs.
The accompanying Zoning Bylaw will provide the regulatory framework to implement the OCP’s land use vision, including standards for building height, density and parking.
A key objective of the update is to ensure the community is prepared to meet projected housing needs. According to the City’s 2024 Housing Needs Report, Williams Lake will require an estimated 1,547 new housing units over the next 20 years. The OCP and Zoning Bylaw update will help ensure land is appropriately designated and zoned to accommodate this growth.
In addition to the launch event, the City will be conducting a public survey to gather further community input. The survey will be available online starting April 22, 2025, and will remain open until May 23, 2025. Paper copies will also be available at City Hall, the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex and the Williams Lake Seniors Activity Centre.
For more information about the OCP and Zoning Bylaw update, or to access the survey starting April 22, visit the City’s website at: www.williamslake.ca/ocp.
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