study (Ryzuk, Feb 2026) confirms exceptional ground conditions — bedrock at or near surface across the main building area, Site Class ‘B’ seismic rating, and stable stiff clay at the workshop/accessory building zone. Foundation engineering is essentially done. Build with confidence. The zoning: A-1 Rural permits a single-family home up to 4,306 sq ft, a legal secondary suite, a home-based business, a bed & breakfast, on-site produce sales, agricultural use, and hobby farming. – all welcome.  The lifestyle: Step outside onto Elk Road’s quiet no-thru lanes — ideal for morning walks, cycling, or dogs off-leash — then within minutes reach Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park with 10+ km of trails, swimming, rowing, and cycling. Broadmead Village and Royal Oak shopping are a short drive for daily essentials, dining, and services. Saanich Commonwealth Place — one of BC’s premier aquatic and fitness facilities — is nearby. Schools including Royal Oak Middle, Northridge Elementary, Claremont Secondary, and the broader Saanich School District 63 are all close at hand. Downtown Victoria is 15 minutes south. The opportunity: Produce a small farm income, run a business from home, or simply enjoy the rare luxury of space and privacy within city limits. Properties like this — with professional reports already completed and lifestyle this complete — are exceptionally uncommon in today’s market. (id:62650)