Bylaw 4660 - 150 Mile House Area OCP - Consolidated Version

In 1995, the Cariboo Regional District Board of Directors adopted the 150 Mile House Area Official Community Plan (OCP). It is recommended that OCP's are reviewed on a regular basis to ensure they reflect community goals and aspirations and reflect current government policies.

In 2006, the review of the 150 Mile House Area OCP commenced with consultation occurring throughout the Plan development with the local Advisory Planning Commission, and through a public meeting held in 2007.

Based on public and First Nations engagement, the Plan achieved a number of goals, including.

• Stewardship of natural resources;
• Low residential development density;
• Consistency with CRD region wide Shoreland Management Policy and Agriculture-Forestry Policy;
• Establishing Development Permit Areas for aquatic habitat protection and wildfire hazard;
• Commercial/Industrial and multi-family form and character Development Permit areas;
• Quality of Life: policies on parks, open spaces, recreation, culture and institutional uses;
• First Nations objectives and policies to recognize First Nations interests;
• Protection of Agricultural Land Reserve.

Bylaw 4641 - Green Lake and Area OCP - Consolidated Version

The Cariboo Regional District (CRD), Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD), and Ministry of Community Development have joined forces to prepare an Official Community Plan (OCP) for this area. This unique cross jurisdictional OCP will provide a common tool for both Regional Districts to better manage future growth within the plan area.

Along with the OCP, a Trails and Amenities Strategy will be prepared. This document identifies proposed trail locations and standards, and amenities such as signs and staging areas.

Bylaw 3906 - Interlakes Area OCP - Consolidated Version

A prevalent land use within the Interlakes Plan area is residential use, mostly located in clusters around the many lakes of the area. These properties are used both by seasonal occupants, as well as by permanent residents. The Interlake Official Settlement Plan had made provisions for ample land to accommodate both the development that existed at the time of Plan adoption, as well as for future development.

The background report prepared in 2003 indicated from BC Assessment data that many residential lots were still undeveloped, yet designated and zoned for residential use. It is recognized that some of these lots are not strongly desirable due to factors such as lot configuration, soil characteristics and topography. Nevertheless, the Interlakes Area Official Community Plan has not increased the amount of land designated Residential from the Settlement Plan, but will provide for consideration of additional Residential designations by a sustainable and managed approach.

Bylaw 5170 - Lac La Hache Area OCP - Consolidated Version

In 1997, the Cariboo Regional District Board of Directors adopted the previous Lac La Hache Area Official Community Plan (OCP). It is recommended that OCP's be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure they reflect community goals and aspirations and reflect current government policies.

In 2014, the review of the Lac La Hache Area OCP commenced with consultation occurring throughout the Plan development with the plan Advisory Committee.

The policies presented in the Lac La Hache OCP are structured to address the following goals. The Community Goals are not listed by priority, although maintaining the rural character of the community is an overriding focus.

• Maintain the rural character of the community;
• Minimize land use conflicts and environmental impacts by planning for safe and sustainable development;
• Protect Lac La Hache and other watercourses from degradation and adverse environmental impacts;
• Work with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to ensure a road system that is safe and secure for both vehicular and non-vehicular traffic;
• Foster economic development opportunities that meet the needs of the community;
• Support an active and healthy community, with access to adequate recreational opportunities and health services;
• Work with the Agricultural Land Commission to protect agricultural land and encourage farming within the Agricultural Land Reserve;
• Support and promote arts and cultural initiatives in the Lac La Hache Area;
• Encourage the protection and promotion of the historical character of the Lac La Hache Area; and
• Continue working with Provincial ministries, local First Nations, and other partners to attain these community goals.

Bylaw 4844 - Quesnel Fringe Area OCP - Consolidated Version

In 1985, the Cariboo Regional District Board of Directors adopted the Quesnel Fringe Area Official Community Plan (OCP). It is recommended that OCP's be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure they reflect community goals and aspirations and reflect current government policies.

In 2009, the review of the Quesnel Fringe Area OCP commenced with consultation occurring throughout the Plan development with the local Advisory Planning Commission, and through a public meeting held in January 2011. A component of this revised OCP is updated geotechnical mapping for hazard lands.

The new Plan includes a number of goals, including:

• Stewardship of natural resources;
• Residential development density;
• Consistency with CRD region wide Shoreland Management Policy and Agriculture-Forestry Policy;
• First Nations engagement;
• Establishing Development Permit Areas for aquatic habitat protection;
• Establishing a Development Permit Area for Geotechnical Hazards;
• Commercial/Industrial and multi-family form and character Development Permit areas;
• Quality of Life: policies on First Nations, parks, open spaces, recreation, culture and institutional uses;
• Consistency with objectives of the recent City of Quesnel OCP.

Bouchie Milburn Neighbourhood Plan

In 2023, the CRD incorporated a Neighbourhood Plan for the Bouchie-Milburn area within the Quesnel Fringe Area OCP. Compared to an Official Community Plan (OCP), a Neighbourhood Plan is more specific and focused on particular topics. The Bouchie-Milburn Neighbourhood Plan identifies a strategic approach to future development, environmental issues and other land use related priorities that were identified by the community.

Bouchie-Milburn Neighbourhood Plan

Bylaw 5171 - South Cariboo Area OCP - Consolidated Version

The previous OCP was adopted in 1996. This guiding document outlines community values, aspirations and perspectives for growth within the South Cariboo Area. Some of the issues addressed include economic development, agriculture policy, shoreland management practices, environmental protection and climate change.

The policies presented in the South Cariboo OCP are structured to address the following goals:

• Maintain a rural character within the South Cariboo OCP Area;
• Protect watercourse health by planning for the development of environmentally safe land uses in order to minimize pollution;
• Work with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to ensure a road system that is safe for both vehicular and non‐vehicular traffic;
• Ensure the level of commercial and industrial activities within the South Cariboo OCP Area meets the needs of the rural communities and is compatible with the scale and rural character of each one;
• Protect and encourage agricultural activities on land with agricultural potential, in particular within the Agricultural Land Reserve;
• Minimize land use conflict by planning for compatible adjacent uses which respect the scale of their surroundings and are compatible with its visual character;

• Promote an active and healthy community by providing sufficient recreational opportunities to meet the needs of the residents and communities;

• Encourage the recognition and protection of the South Cariboo's historical character;
• Maintain an ongoing dialogue with the various provincial agencies on issues which have the potential to adversely affect people, habitats and the land within the South Cariboo OCP Area.

Bylaw 4782 - Williams Lake Fringe Area OCP - Consolidated Version

Prior to 2013, the Williams Lake Fringe Area was the only urban fringe area on the Cariboo Highway 97 corridor which did not have an official community plan. This meant that development was not informed by a broader, documented vision for how the unincorporated areas outside of the City of Williams Lake would develop in support of broader community objectives and visions.

Several neighbourhoods and communities were included in the OCP, based on extensive community consultation. These includes: Fox Mountain, Pine Valley, Commodore Heights, North Lakeside, Russet Bluff, Lexington & White Roads, Chimney Valley, Flett Subdivision, Mountainview / Dog Creek Road, Esler, and Hodgson Road.