Ambleside Local Area Plan

We acknowledge that we are on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Squamish Nation, Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Musqueam Nation. We recognize and respect them as nations in this territory, as well as their historic connection to the lands and waters around us since time immemorial.


Creating a Local Area Plan (LAP) for Ambleside

The Official Community Plan (OCP) includes policy to develop an LAP for Ambleside, which would outline the long-range vision for the area, provide more detailed regulations and guidelines to shape the form and character of new development, and confirm the local policy response to planning topics like housing, the local economy, mobility, and the public realm. The LAP, once adopted, would become a component of the OCP.

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April 28, 2026 Update: Commercial Areas “Stream” Progress

The Ambleside Centre Local Area Plan (LAP) has been adopted as a result of a Provincial Order in Council and now forms part of the District’s OCP.

On April 27, 2026, Council held a Public Hearing on a proposed modified Ambleside Centre LAP. The modification seeks to re introduce previous policies for the two identified “special sites” located at the 1400 block of north Marine Drive and the 1600 block of south Marine Drive. The Public Hearing is now closed, and the bylaw to the modified Ambleside Centre LAP has been given third reading.

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Establishing the Framework

On June 13, 2022, Council directed staff to prepare three high-level, draft plan options for Ambleside LAP engagement purposes and report back in the first quarter of 2023. These options were subsequently presented to Council at its February 6, 2023 meeting, where staff were directed to proceed with LAP engagement. Over the course of spring 2023 community engagement, staff held 25 events and/or meetings, which resulted in ~640 voices heard and 354 pages of public input.

At the July 24, 2023, Council meeting, staff presented a summary of those engagement findings and a proposed LAP Framework to guide next steps. The Framework was endorsed by Council, and staff were directed to proceed with a “three-streamed” approach addressing the apartment, commercial, and neighbourhood areas.


Stream 1: Apartment Areas

Well advanced.

Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Adopted OCP Bylaw Amendment


Stream 2: Commercial Areas (Ambleside Centre):

An Order in Council was issued by the Province on April 7, 2025, which amended the Official Community Plan by adopting the Ambleside Centre LAP.

April 7, 2026 Order in Council


Stream 3: Neighbourhood Areas

Pending progress on the Commercial Areas “stream” and Council direction. See Map 2 of the July 24, 2023 endorsed Framework for preliminary directions for the Neighbourhood Areas.

We acknowledge that we are on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Squamish Nation, Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Musqueam Nation. We recognize and respect them as nations in this territory, as well as their historic connection to the lands and waters around us since time immemorial.


Creating a Local Area Plan (LAP) for Ambleside

The Official Community Plan (OCP) includes policy to develop an LAP for Ambleside, which would outline the long-range vision for the area, provide more detailed regulations and guidelines to shape the form and character of new development, and confirm the local policy response to planning topics like housing, the local economy, mobility, and the public realm. The LAP, once adopted, would become a component of the OCP.

Sign up for email notifications to stay informed. We welcome your questions and feedback by phone or email.


April 28, 2026 Update: Commercial Areas “Stream” Progress

The Ambleside Centre Local Area Plan (LAP) has been adopted as a result of a Provincial Order in Council and now forms part of the District’s OCP.

On April 27, 2026, Council held a Public Hearing on a proposed modified Ambleside Centre LAP. The modification seeks to re introduce previous policies for the two identified “special sites” located at the 1400 block of north Marine Drive and the 1600 block of south Marine Drive. The Public Hearing is now closed, and the bylaw to the modified Ambleside Centre LAP has been given third reading.

Please visit the links below for further information:


Establishing the Framework

On June 13, 2022, Council directed staff to prepare three high-level, draft plan options for Ambleside LAP engagement purposes and report back in the first quarter of 2023. These options were subsequently presented to Council at its February 6, 2023 meeting, where staff were directed to proceed with LAP engagement. Over the course of spring 2023 community engagement, staff held 25 events and/or meetings, which resulted in ~640 voices heard and 354 pages of public input.

At the July 24, 2023, Council meeting, staff presented a summary of those engagement findings and a proposed LAP Framework to guide next steps. The Framework was endorsed by Council, and staff were directed to proceed with a “three-streamed” approach addressing the apartment, commercial, and neighbourhood areas.


Stream 1: Apartment Areas

Well advanced.

Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Adopted OCP Bylaw Amendment


Stream 2: Commercial Areas (Ambleside Centre):

An Order in Council was issued by the Province on April 7, 2025, which amended the Official Community Plan by adopting the Ambleside Centre LAP.

April 7, 2026 Order in Council


Stream 3: Neighbourhood Areas

Pending progress on the Commercial Areas “stream” and Council direction. See Map 2 of the July 24, 2023 endorsed Framework for preliminary directions for the Neighbourhood Areas.

  • Join us for the Ambleside LAP Town Hall!

    A proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw amendment has been prepared for the Ambleside Apartment Area as part of the Local Area Plan (LAP) process. This amendment proposes OCP policies that – if approved – would guide future development that meets a broad range of local housing needs.

    The proposed bylaw overwhelmingly reflects the LAP Framework endorsed at the July 24, 2023, Council Meeting with minor revisions reflected from the October 30, 2023, meeting.


    Attend the Town Hall meeting

    Come find out more about proposed changes to Ambleside’s Apartment Area and share your input at a Town Hall meeting!

    • Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Seniors’ Activity Centre, Activity Room (695 21st Street, West Vancouver)


    Doors will open at 4 p.m., with a presentation at 5 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer period. Registration is not required.

    Subscribe to receive project updates by entering your email on the “stay informed” tab.

    A proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw amendment has been prepared for the Ambleside Apartment Area as part of the Local Area Plan (LAP) process. This amendment proposes OCP policies that – if approved – would guide future development that meets a broad range of local housing needs.

    The proposed bylaw overwhelmingly reflects the LAP Framework endorsed at the July 24, 2023, Council Meeting with minor revisions reflected from the October 30, 2023, meeting.


    Attend the Town Hall meeting

    Come find out more about proposed changes to Ambleside’s Apartment Area and share your input at a Town Hall meeting!

    • Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Seniors’ Activity Centre, Activity Room (695 21st Street, West Vancouver)


    Doors will open at 4 p.m., with a presentation at 5 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer period. Registration is not required.

    Subscribe to receive project updates by entering your email on the “stay informed” tab.

  • Findings from phase one presented to Council on July 24, 2023

    Thank you again for sharing your feedback and input on the Ambleside Local Area Plan (LAP). Staff reviewed all public input and presented the findings to Council on Monday, July 24, 2023 for direction on next steps.

    View the Council Report and accompanying documents below (these items are also in the document library section of this project page).

    Council Report: July 14, 2023

    Appendix A: Ambleside LAP Framework: July 24, 2023

    Appendix B: Ambleside LAP Subject Lands Where New Rental Tenure Zoning Would Apply - July 24, 2023

    Appendix C: Ambleside LAP Public Engagement Summary - July 24, 2023

    Appendix D: Ambleside LAP - Memo -Summary for Ambleside Transportation Plan Phase 1

    Ambleside LAP Public Engagement Transcript: July 24, 2023

    Thank you again for sharing your feedback and input on the Ambleside Local Area Plan (LAP). Staff reviewed all public input and presented the findings to Council on Monday, July 24, 2023 for direction on next steps.

    View the Council Report and accompanying documents below (these items are also in the document library section of this project page).

    Council Report: July 14, 2023

    Appendix A: Ambleside LAP Framework: July 24, 2023

    Appendix B: Ambleside LAP Subject Lands Where New Rental Tenure Zoning Would Apply - July 24, 2023

    Appendix C: Ambleside LAP Public Engagement Summary - July 24, 2023

    Appendix D: Ambleside LAP - Memo -Summary for Ambleside Transportation Plan Phase 1

    Ambleside LAP Public Engagement Transcript: July 24, 2023

  • Creating a Local Area Plan (LAP) for Ambleside

    Ambleside is a waterfront neighbourhood and commercial centre located on the north shore of the Burrard Inlet, situated between Dundarave and Park Royal. Ambleside’s continued success and long-term vitality are of importance to residents, businesses, visitors, and the entire West Vancouver community.

    On June 13, 2022, Council directed staff to prepare three high-level, draft plan options for Ambleside LAP engagement purposes and report back in the first quarter of 2023. These options were subsequently presented to Council at its February 6, 2023 meeting, where staff were directed to proceed with LAP engagement.

    Options Booklet (PDF)

    Historical Summary (PDF)

    Council Report: June 13, 2022 (PDF)

    Council Report: February 6, 2023 (PDF)

    The District is committed to public engagement that provides meaningful opportunities to shape the future of Ambleside. The three options are not definitive. They are draft, high-level, and provided as a tool to generate your feedback, new ideas, and facilitate community dialogue.

    Sign up for email notifications to stay informed. We welcome your questions and feedback by phone or email.

    Ambleside is a waterfront neighbourhood and commercial centre located on the north shore of the Burrard Inlet, situated between Dundarave and Park Royal. Ambleside’s continued success and long-term vitality are of importance to residents, businesses, visitors, and the entire West Vancouver community.

    On June 13, 2022, Council directed staff to prepare three high-level, draft plan options for Ambleside LAP engagement purposes and report back in the first quarter of 2023. These options were subsequently presented to Council at its February 6, 2023 meeting, where staff were directed to proceed with LAP engagement.

    Options Booklet (PDF)

    Historical Summary (PDF)

    Council Report: June 13, 2022 (PDF)

    Council Report: February 6, 2023 (PDF)

    The District is committed to public engagement that provides meaningful opportunities to shape the future of Ambleside. The three options are not definitive. They are draft, high-level, and provided as a tool to generate your feedback, new ideas, and facilitate community dialogue.

    Sign up for email notifications to stay informed. We welcome your questions and feedback by phone or email.

  • Thank you for helping to shape the future of Ambleside!

    A big thank you to all who participated in Ambleside Local Area Plan (LAP) meetings, pop-ups, workshops, and/or additionally shared your input by phone or email this spring!

    Staff really enjoyed meeting members of the community, hearing your perspectives on the draft Options, and finding out about your own great ideas. Hundreds of you participated and thousands of suggestions and comments were made. We will now be carefully reviewing all public input to prepare an upcoming report and presentation to Council, targeted for July, to seek direction on the LAP’s next steps.

    If you haven’t already, please subscribe to receive project updates by clicking on the Stay Informed tab on this project page, and feel free to browse through the project FAQs, timeline, and document library.

    A big thank you to all who participated in Ambleside Local Area Plan (LAP) meetings, pop-ups, workshops, and/or additionally shared your input by phone or email this spring!

    Staff really enjoyed meeting members of the community, hearing your perspectives on the draft Options, and finding out about your own great ideas. Hundreds of you participated and thousands of suggestions and comments were made. We will now be carefully reviewing all public input to prepare an upcoming report and presentation to Council, targeted for July, to seek direction on the LAP’s next steps.

    If you haven’t already, please subscribe to receive project updates by clicking on the Stay Informed tab on this project page, and feel free to browse through the project FAQs, timeline, and document library.

  • Shaping the future of Ambleside!

    Many thanks for registering for the LAP workshops! We look forward to discussing the three draft options with you, as well as your new ideas for land use and building forms in Ambleside. All eight in-person and virtual workshop dates are now full, with registration closed.

    If you were unable to register for a workshop, we encourage you to review the three draft options and share your input for Ambleside’s new LAP by email.

    All input received will be summarized and presented back to Council at an open meeting – targeted for July – to seek their direction on next steps on how to move the LAP forward!

    In-person workshops

    • FULL – Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Thursday, April 20, 2023, 5–7 p.m.
    • FULL – Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Thursday, May 11, 2023, 5–7 p.m.

    Virtual workshops

    • FULL - Tuesday, April 25, 2023, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
    • FULL - Wednesday, May 3, 2023 12–2 p.m.
    • FULL - Wednesday, May 17, 2023 4–6 p.m

    Many thanks for registering for the LAP workshops! We look forward to discussing the three draft options with you, as well as your new ideas for land use and building forms in Ambleside. All eight in-person and virtual workshop dates are now full, with registration closed.

    If you were unable to register for a workshop, we encourage you to review the three draft options and share your input for Ambleside’s new LAP by email.

    All input received will be summarized and presented back to Council at an open meeting – targeted for July – to seek their direction on next steps on how to move the LAP forward!

    In-person workshops

    • FULL – Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Thursday, April 20, 2023, 5–7 p.m.
    • FULL – Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 4–6 p.m.
    • FULL – Thursday, May 11, 2023, 5–7 p.m.

    Virtual workshops

    • FULL - Tuesday, April 25, 2023, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
    • FULL - Wednesday, May 3, 2023 12–2 p.m.
    • FULL - Wednesday, May 17, 2023 4–6 p.m

  • Come shape the future of Ambleside!

    It’s time to review the three draft options and share your ideas for Ambleside’s new Local Area Plan (LAP).

    Join others in your community to discuss the three draft options, as well as any new ideas for land use and building forms in Ambleside.

    Registration is required. In-person workshops will be held at the Seniors' Activity Centre, located at 695 21st Street. The virtual workshop will be held on Zoom via a link provided after registration.

    It’s time to review the three draft options and share your ideas for Ambleside’s new Local Area Plan (LAP).

    Join others in your community to discuss the three draft options, as well as any new ideas for land use and building forms in Ambleside.

    Registration is required. In-person workshops will be held at the Seniors' Activity Centre, located at 695 21st Street. The virtual workshop will be held on Zoom via a link provided after registration.

  • Background

    Community engagement

    Ambleside LAP engagement will involve working with local stakeholders and the community to gather feedback and identify:

    • aspects of any of the options you think might make sense
    • ideas in the options you think could be refined and made better
    • components from any of the options you think shouldn't be explored
    • new creative ideas you can share to plan for Ambleside's long-term success

    Each distinct option is informed by over thirty planning studies spanning the past 75 years, existing Official Community Plan (OCP) policy, current Ambleside demographic and land use conditions, mapping analyses, and three-dimensional model visualization. The options booklet is an engagement tool that illustrates variety and possibility for Ambleside, while encouraging informed dialogue and collaboration to shape the LAP. Staff are here to listen to all feedback so we can present it back to Council, along with a single LAP framework (emerging land uses and building heights) for subsequent direction.

    Community engagement

    Ambleside LAP engagement will involve working with local stakeholders and the community to gather feedback and identify:

    • aspects of any of the options you think might make sense
    • ideas in the options you think could be refined and made better
    • components from any of the options you think shouldn't be explored
    • new creative ideas you can share to plan for Ambleside's long-term success

    Each distinct option is informed by over thirty planning studies spanning the past 75 years, existing Official Community Plan (OCP) policy, current Ambleside demographic and land use conditions, mapping analyses, and three-dimensional model visualization. The options booklet is an engagement tool that illustrates variety and possibility for Ambleside, while encouraging informed dialogue and collaboration to shape the LAP. Staff are here to listen to all feedback so we can present it back to Council, along with a single LAP framework (emerging land uses and building heights) for subsequent direction.

Page last updated: 01 May 2026, 02:00 PM