# Saanich regional urban planning and safety disputes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saanich-regional-urban-planning-and-safety-disputes > Updated: 2026-08-22T18:00:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Residents in the Saanich region have expressed dissatisfaction with local urban planning and municipal governance. In North Saanich, community members criticized the Official Community Plan (OCP) consultation process conducted between 2021 and early 2023. Critics argued that the planning efforts, led by Modus Planning, Design & Engagement, failed to protect the area’s rural character and ignored community feedback regarding proposed high-density growth hubs and adjustments to the Urban Containment Boundary. In Saanich, residents have raised concerns regarding transportation infrastructure and pedestrian safety, specifically in the Mt. Tolmie area. Complaints have been directed at local council members regarding the implementation of bike lanes and the adequacy of affordable transportation options. Residents noted that current safety measures, such as reduced speed limits on commuter streets, do not sufficiently protect pedestrians with mobility issues, while municipal responses have cited land costs as a primary driver for existing infrastructure solutions. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-22: Saanich resident criticizes local transportation and safety policies A Saanich resident has criticized local council decisions regarding bike lanes and pedestrian safety, citing inadequate communication and concerns over infrastructure design. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saanich-resident-criticizes-local-transportation-and-safety-policies ### 2026-08-15: North Saanich residents criticize OCP consultation process Critics claim the North Saanich OCP consultation process failed to reflect resident desires to maintain rural character, instead proposing high-density growth hubs and urban intensification. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-saanich-residents-criticize-ocp-consultation-process --- Cite as: Saanich regional urban planning and safety disputes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/saanich-regional-urban-planning-and-safety-disputes