Development Application No. PL2018-081

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The RDN is currently looking for your input on zoning amendment application PL2019-051.

1343 and 1331 Alberni Highway and 1330 Valley Road

The Regional District of Nanaimo has received an application from Toby Seward on behalf of Pine Tree Centre Holdings Corporation to rezone the subject property to decrease the minimum parcel size and to increase the maximum permitted parcel coverage for buildings and structures. The proposal is to amend the minimum parcel size from 1.0 hectares to 0.8 hectares to facilitate the subdivision of the subject property into two lots. The proposal will increase the maximum parcel coverage for buildings and structures from 30 per cent on the first hectare and 5 per cent on the remainder of the parcel to 40 per cent on the entire parcel. The property will be connected to the EPCOR community water system prior to the adoption of the zoning amendment.

The subject property (the Pine Tree Centre) is legally described as That Part of Lot 13, District Lot 156, Nanoose District, Plan 1964, Lying to the West Part of a Boundary Parallel to and Perpendicularly Distant 311 Feet from the Westerly Boundary of Said Lot, Except Part in Plan 733 RW and is 1.95 hectares. The property is currently zoned C-3.1 which permits the uses within the Commercial 3 zone and site-specific use for a vehicle wrecking yard with outdoor storage limited to 400 square metres (see Document Library). The property contains 10 commercial buildings and has been lawfully above the maximum permitted parcel coverage prior to the adoption of zoning in 2002. The zoning amendment will permit the replacement of existing buildings that are currently non-conforming.

This is in your community and we want to hear your thoughts on this proposal. A few ways you can learn more and share your thoughts are by:

  • Check out our Document Library which includes the site plan and supporting studies
  • To see the status of the application and next steps visit our Process
  • Visit the FAQ's or Important Links for more information
  • Be sure to Register to provide your input
  • Share your thoughts on the application in the Application Input tab below
  • Submit your questions and we will provide an answer for all to see in the Ask a Question tab below
  • Project updates will be shared in the What's New tab as the project moves forward
  • Connect with our team by email or phone - see our contact info in Who's Listening


1343 and 1331 Alberni Highway and 1330 Valley Road

The Regional District of Nanaimo has received an application from Toby Seward on behalf of Pine Tree Centre Holdings Corporation to rezone the subject property to decrease the minimum parcel size and to increase the maximum permitted parcel coverage for buildings and structures. The proposal is to amend the minimum parcel size from 1.0 hectares to 0.8 hectares to facilitate the subdivision of the subject property into two lots. The proposal will increase the maximum parcel coverage for buildings and structures from 30 per cent on the first hectare and 5 per cent on the remainder of the parcel to 40 per cent on the entire parcel. The property will be connected to the EPCOR community water system prior to the adoption of the zoning amendment.

The subject property (the Pine Tree Centre) is legally described as That Part of Lot 13, District Lot 156, Nanoose District, Plan 1964, Lying to the West Part of a Boundary Parallel to and Perpendicularly Distant 311 Feet from the Westerly Boundary of Said Lot, Except Part in Plan 733 RW and is 1.95 hectares. The property is currently zoned C-3.1 which permits the uses within the Commercial 3 zone and site-specific use for a vehicle wrecking yard with outdoor storage limited to 400 square metres (see Document Library). The property contains 10 commercial buildings and has been lawfully above the maximum permitted parcel coverage prior to the adoption of zoning in 2002. The zoning amendment will permit the replacement of existing buildings that are currently non-conforming.

This is in your community and we want to hear your thoughts on this proposal. A few ways you can learn more and share your thoughts are by:

  • Check out our Document Library which includes the site plan and supporting studies
  • To see the status of the application and next steps visit our Process
  • Visit the FAQ's or Important Links for more information
  • Be sure to Register to provide your input
  • Share your thoughts on the application in the Application Input tab below
  • Submit your questions and we will provide an answer for all to see in the Ask a Question tab below
  • Project updates will be shared in the What's New tab as the project moves forward
  • Connect with our team by email or phone - see our contact info in Who's Listening


  • Public Hearing Scheduled for Monday October 18

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    A public hearing is scheduled for Monday October 18, 2021 at 6:00pm. A virtual and in person public hearing will be held. The public may attend by joining the Zoom meeting via telephone or over the Internet via smartphone, tablet or computer. For information on how to attend or speak through Zoom visit rdn.bc.ca/public-hearings or phone 250-390-6510. All persons who consider their interest in their property to be affected by either of the proposed bylaws shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard electronically or by written submission at the public hearing. Click here to view the public hearing notice

  • Draft Bylaw Scheduled for First and Second Reading

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    The application and draft Bylaw 500.431 is scheduled to be considered for 1st and 2nd reading by the Electoral Area Services Committee (EASC) at 1:00 pm on September 9th and the RDN Board at 1:00 am on September 28th. To read the staff report, Click Here(External link). The EASC and Board Agendas can be found Here(External link). Please note that the Board agenda will be available after September 24th

  • The RDN is seeking input on zoning amendment application PL2018-081

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    In response to the COVID-19 pandemic requirements for physical distancing and desire to support online opportunities for public feedback, the public is invited to provide feedback and ask questions online. The deadline for public feedback is 4:30 p.m. on August 5, 2021.

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