Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project

The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project is a comprehensive initiative designed to address known issues and enhance bylaw components that may be unclear, inconsistent, or challenging to administer or enforce that is now complete. With the adoption of Bylaw 2500, the Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project has been renamed the Bylaw 2500 Project for the remaining phases.

The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project was structured into three distinct phases. Phase two and three will be addressed in the Bylaw 2500 Project.

Phase One: Clarification and Housekeeping

This initial phase focused on refining and updating existing regulations to produce a refreshed zoning bylaw. We are pleased to announce that Phase one has been successfully completed, culminating in the adoption of Bylaw 2500 by the Board on January 14, 2025.

Phase Two: Housing, Green Building, and Affordability

The upcoming phase will concentrate on initiatives related to housing, sustainable building practices, and affordability. Phase two is scheduled to commence later in 2025.

Phase Three: Addressing Emerging Issues

The final phase aims to tackle additional concerns that may arise, ensuring the bylaw remains responsive.

Bylaw 2500

Bylaw 2500 has a modernized look and feel and has been significantly reorganized. Bylaw 2500 is available in the document library and on online here.

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

Try the Bylaw 2500 Zoning Changes 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 Bylaw 500 and the Bylaw 2500 zoning excerpts that apply to your parcel.

The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project is a comprehensive initiative designed to address known issues and enhance bylaw components that may be unclear, inconsistent, or challenging to administer or enforce that is now complete. With the adoption of Bylaw 2500, the Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project has been renamed the Bylaw 2500 Project for the remaining phases.

The Bylaw 500 Review and Update Project was structured into three distinct phases. Phase two and three will be addressed in the Bylaw 2500 Project.

Phase One: Clarification and Housekeeping

This initial phase focused on refining and updating existing regulations to produce a refreshed zoning bylaw. We are pleased to announce that Phase one has been successfully completed, culminating in the adoption of Bylaw 2500 by the Board on January 14, 2025.

Phase Two: Housing, Green Building, and Affordability

The upcoming phase will concentrate on initiatives related to housing, sustainable building practices, and affordability. Phase two is scheduled to commence later in 2025.

Phase Three: Addressing Emerging Issues

The final phase aims to tackle additional concerns that may arise, ensuring the bylaw remains responsive.

Bylaw 2500

Bylaw 2500 has a modernized look and feel and has been significantly reorganized. Bylaw 2500 is available in the document library and on online here.

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

Try the Bylaw 2500 Zoning Changes 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 Bylaw 500 and the Bylaw 2500 zoning excerpts that apply to your parcel.

What's New

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

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.
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

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.
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

A written summary of the virtual public meetings is now available in the document library.
A written summary of the virtual public meetings is now available in the document library.
Draft Zoning Bylaw 2500 Available for Public Review

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.
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

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.
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

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.
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

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.
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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