Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project

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The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project is a targeted review and update to address known problems and to improve bylaw components that are unclear, inconsistent, or are challenging to administer or enforce. The outcome will be a new zoning bylaw with a new look and feel and a new bylaw number. Check out our FAQ section about what areas were focused on in the review.

It is proposed that draft Bylaw 2500 replace Bylaw 500. The first working version of draft Bylaw 2500 has been available for public review and comment since August 2022. Since then, the Bylaw has been updated based on community input, legal review, and further staff refinement. Please refer to the document library to review the draft bylaw and related documents.

Introducing Draft Bylaw 2500

Bylaw 2500 has a modernized look and feel and has been significantly reorganized. To review what is changing in Bylaw 2500 review the marked up version of the bylaw available in the document library and visit the FAQ section to learn more about the draft Bylaw 2500.

How can I get involved and learn more?

There are a number of ways to learn more and get involved in the project including:

  • Subscribe to this page to receive notifications of news and updates by clicking on follow project
  • Visit the document library and the FAQ section to learn more about the project background, public engagement results and to view the draft Bylaw 2500
  • Attend one of our six in-person open houses in February or March 2024 to review the draft bylaw and share your input
  • Complete an online survey, beginning February 1, 2024 - March 15, 2024 and share your input
  • Share your question below and we will provide an answer
  • Contact the project team directly at: bylaw500review@rdn.bc.ca

Want to learn more about how the proposed changes may affect your property?

Try the Proposed Zoning Map by clicking here or by clicking on the map image to the right. Once opened use your 9 digit PID number or address in the map search bar (located in the upper lefthand corner of the map) to view the current and proposed zoning excerpts that apply to your parcel. To access zoning information in the map tool, look for the (click here) link beside the zone in the blue property information bar on the right side of the map window as shown below.



The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project is a targeted review and update to address known problems and to improve bylaw components that are unclear, inconsistent, or are challenging to administer or enforce. The outcome will be a new zoning bylaw with a new look and feel and a new bylaw number. Check out our FAQ section about what areas were focused on in the review.

It is proposed that draft Bylaw 2500 replace Bylaw 500. The first working version of draft Bylaw 2500 has been available for public review and comment since August 2022. Since then, the Bylaw has been updated based on community input, legal review, and further staff refinement. Please refer to the document library to review the draft bylaw and related documents.

Introducing Draft Bylaw 2500

Bylaw 2500 has a modernized look and feel and has been significantly reorganized. To review what is changing in Bylaw 2500 review the marked up version of the bylaw available in the document library and visit the FAQ section to learn more about the draft Bylaw 2500.

How can I get involved and learn more?

There are a number of ways to learn more and get involved in the project including:

  • Subscribe to this page to receive notifications of news and updates by clicking on follow project
  • Visit the document library and the FAQ section to learn more about the project background, public engagement results and to view the draft Bylaw 2500
  • Attend one of our six in-person open houses in February or March 2024 to review the draft bylaw and share your input
  • Complete an online survey, beginning February 1, 2024 - March 15, 2024 and share your input
  • Share your question below and we will provide an answer
  • Contact the project team directly at: bylaw500review@rdn.bc.ca

Want to learn more about how the proposed changes may affect your property?

Try the Proposed Zoning Map by clicking here or by clicking on the map image to the right. Once opened use your 9 digit PID number or address in the map search bar (located in the upper lefthand corner of the map) to view the current and proposed zoning excerpts that apply to your parcel. To access zoning information in the map tool, look for the (click here) link beside the zone in the blue property information bar on the right side of the map window as shown below.



  • Want to connect with us to discuss the draft bylaw?

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    We want to ensure that the community has the opportunity to learn and ask questions about Draft Bylaw 2500 in a way that is most convenient. Residents and community groups who would like to discuss Bylaw 2500 with us may do so by requesting a meeting. We offer different options to meet including online using Zoom or Microsoft Teams, at the RDN office, or subject to availability, out in the community. To request a meeting contact us by sending an email to bylaw500review@rdn.bc.ca.

  • Residents Invited to Provide Input on Draft Zoning Bylaw 2500

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    Residents are invited to provide input on the draft bylaw through an online survey and six in-person open houses. The feedback collected will help develop recommended changes to the draft zoning bylaw that staff will present to the RDN Board for second reading.

    The open houses will be held in each of the affected Electoral Areas and an additional open house will be held at the RDN Administration Building. The same information will be provided at all the open houses so residents can choose to attend an open house at a location that is most convenient for them.

    Thursday, February 1, 5-8 p.m.

    Electoral Area C
    Cinnabar Valley Elementary School
    100 Ohio Way, Nanaimo

    Monday, February 5, 5-8 p.m.

    Electoral Area E
    Nanoose Place Community Centre
    2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay

    Thursday, February 22, 7-9 p.m.

    Electoral Area H
    Lighthouse Community Centre
    240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay

    Tuesday, February 27, 5-8 p.m.

    Electoral Area A
    Cedar Community Hall
    2388 Cedar Road

    Monday, March 4, 5-8 p.m.

    Electoral Area G
    Oceanside Place, Multi-Purpose Rom
    830 Island Highway West, Parksville

    Tuesday, March 5, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

    RDN Administration Building
    Board Chambers
    6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo

  • Bylaw 2500 Receives 1st Reading and Proceeds for Additional Public Input

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    The Board, at its January 9, 2024, meeting granted 1st reading to Bylaw 2500 and approved a public engagement plan. Please refer to the Document Library to review draft Bylaw 2500 or try the zoning look up tool.

  • Draft Bylaw 2500 Proceeds to Electoral Area Services Committee and Board for Consideration of 1st Reading

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    Draft Bylaw 2500 is proceeding to the Electoral Area Services Committee on December 7, 2023 for consideration of a recommendation for 1st reading. The Regional Board is scheduled to consider the draft Bylaw on January 9, 2024. Please visit the Document Library to review the staff report and draft bylaw.

  • Summary of Virtual Public Meetings Now Available

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    A written summary of the virtual public meetings is now available in the document library.

  • Draft Zoning Bylaw 2500 Available for Public Review

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    The first working draft of Bylaw 2500 is available for public review. Formal public engagement will be initiated following the general civic election in October. If you have any questions about the draft, please contact us by email to bylaw500review@rdn.bc.ca.

  • Discussion and Options Papers Now Available

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    The RDN Board received the Discussion and Options Papers and approved the Public Engagement Plan Highlights at its February 22, 2022 meeting. These documents are now available in the Documents Library.

    It is noted that the previous version of the discussion papers have been removed for the document library as the newest versions build upon the previous content and now identify potential changes to Bylaw 500.

  • Discussion Papers Available

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    A series of discussion papers has been posted to the Document Library. The purpose of the discussion papers is to provide background information and to identify questions for further discussion on a number of key focus areas. If you have any questions about the papers, please feel free to contact us.

  • Project Overview

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    Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project - Three Phases to Achieve an Updated Modern Bylaw

    The Bylaw 500 Review and Update project includes three phases as follows:

    Phase 1: Clarification and Housekeeping (Current Phase)

    The purpose of this phase is a targeted review to address known problems with the bylaw and to improve bylaw components that are unclear, inconsistent, or are challenging to administer or enforce. A series of specific focus areas guide this phase. This phase will result in an updated bylaw with a fresh new look and feel.

    Phase 2: Housing (Green Buildings and Affordability) and Land Use Contracts

    Building on phase 1, phase 2 focuses on updating the bylaw with respect to encouraging green building and housing affordability. Also, this phase will review Land Use Contracts as they are set to expire in concordance with the Local Government Act.

    Phase 3: Other

    Phase 3 is intended to address the important, but less critical, components of the bylaw such as campground regulation update, park zoning and mobile home park regulations and standards, Phase 3 is also an opportunity to address issues that were not addressed in previous phases.

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