Official community plans (OCPs) are policy documents intended to provide future direction for land use decisions. Any land use initiative must be consistent with these plans.
An Official Community Plan (OCP) expresses a community vision, identifies objectives, and provides policies for achieving the objectives. By identifying acceptable uses of land and establishing policies with respect to development and servicing, an OCP helps to guide the decisions of private landowners, developers, the Regional Districts, and other authorities.
OCPs may be amended to accommodate land uses on properties which were not considered during the development of the plan. Public Hearings are held during this process to ensure resident and stakeholder feedback is received and accounted for during the process of amending OCP. More information can be found through our Public Hearings page.
150 Mile House Area OCP |
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.
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Green Lake and Area OCP |
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. |
Interlakes and Area OCP |
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. |
Lac La Hache Area OCP |
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.
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Quesnel Fringe Area OCP |
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:
Bouchie Milburn Neighbourhood PlanIn 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. |
South Cariboo Area OCP |
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:
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Williams Lake Fringe Area OCP |
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. |