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LANGFORD IMPLEMENTS CONSTRUCTION IMPACT MANAGEMENT STRATEGY

(Langford, B.C.) – At the Council Meeting on April 7, 2025, Langford Council endorsed the Construction Impact Management Strategy and supported, with immediate effect, an early guidance framework for proactively managing construction impacts across Langford. This framework aims to practically minimize neighbourhood disruptions and promote good neighbour practices among developers and contractors from the outset of construction.

The Construction Impact Management Strategy is a key component of the upcoming Good Neighbour Policy. It aims to balance construction impacts like noise, dust, and road closures with the expectation that contractors function as good neighbours. This involves effective communication between developers, contractors, and residents to reduce disruptions and minimize impacts to neighbourhoods.

The primary goal of both the Strategy and Policy, identified as a key priority in the Council’s Strategic Plan, is to facilitate growth, development, and business activities in a manner that maintains reasonable livability throughout construction for nearby residents.

“We have heard from residents about the effects of noise and construction-related issues impacting their daily lives,” said Scott Goodmanson, Mayor of Langford. “While we work to implement the new Strategy, it is important to also acknowledge the efforts of those developers already implementing and following industry best practices. As detailed in Council’s Strategic Plan, we are committed to sustainable development that prioritizes quality of life for residents.”

The Construction Impact Management Strategy follows a seven-step, data-driven approach:
1. Promote the ‘early guidance’ for construction impact management.

2. Integrate the construction Bylaw Enforcement Officer position.

3. Commence proactive education and enforcement measures.

4. Draft new bylaws/amendments in order of public priority.

5. Concurrently draft the Good Neighbour Policy.

6. Seek input from key partners and the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee.

7. Bring forward results for Council consideration and adoption.

The City encourages all developers and contractors to refer to the early guidance document. It serves as an interim measure until the Good Neighbour Policy and accompanying bylaws are implemented over the next year. The City commits to a fair and balanced approach during this transition period, understanding that further engagement is required with key partners from the business and development community.

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For questions about the Construction Impact Management Strategy, contact the Engineering Department at City Hall, by phone at (250) 478-7882, or email .

Click here to watch the staff presentation at the April 7, 2025 Council meeting.

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