Referral Report 5 - CD-1-519 Text Amendment and Gaming Control Act Approval, 3965 Smyth Street — Council Meeting, February 3, 2026

Motion 9 Carried

Summary

Council was asked to refer a text amendment for an existing CD-1 zoning at 3965 Smyth Street, which also requires approval under the Gaming Control Act, to a public hearing — effectively allowing a gaming-related use to be considered at that site.
Councillor Orr noted that the city's gaming moratorium requires "comprehensive public consultation" before expanding gambling, and asked staff whether that threshold had been met.
Staff confirmed they conducted standard public notification, received 37 written submissions, notified all municipalities and First Nations within 5 km (no responses), and consulted VPD, Vancouver Coastal Health, and other stakeholders — and considered this comprehensive.
No further debate; the referral sends the matter to a public hearing where the substantive decision will be made.
Moved by Councillor Johl, seconded by Councillor Classen; carried unanimously with Councillor Bly recorded as absent.