As Saanich works to meet its provincially mandated housing target, development has become a priority in the municipality. Adapting to an ever-growing population, several areas are slated for major transformation over the next two decades.

But that wave of change is bringing its fair share of concerns among residents.

After residents voiced their worries and frustrations about the Quadra McKenzie and Tillicum Burnside plans, people in the Royal Oak area are now speaking up.

With the area entering an “unprecedented” period of growth, with several major residential and mixed-use projects already approved or underway, the Royal Oak Community Association (ROCA) sent a letter to council and planning staff outlining their stance.

In it, ROCA president Roger Graham mentioned that one of th

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