Development Application No. PL2021-201

Consultation has concluded

The RDN is currently looking for your input on zoning amendment application PL2019-081.

4299 Biggs Road and 7155 Weigles Road

The RDN has received a temporary use permit application for the properties legally described as Lot A, Section 19, Range 1, Mountain District, Plan VIP76600 and Section 19, Range 2, Mountain District, Except the South 9 Chains of Said Section. The subject property 4299 Biggs Road and 7155 Weigles Road is zoned Resource Management 2, Subdivision District V (RM2V) (see Document Library), which allows a range of rural uses including agriculture, aquaculture, asphalt batch plant, extraction use, log storage and sorting yard, primary processing, residential use, silviculture and wood waste disposal facility. The subject property 3743 and 3751 Bell Road is zoned Agriculture 1, Subdivision District D (AG1D) (see Document Library), which allows agriculture and residential use.

The purpose of the proposed permit is to recognize the current operation of a recycling facility and gravel mart on the property for a period of three years. Other than disposal of construction wood, clean wood, brush and roofing materials, the recycling facility cannot accept additional materials under the current RM2V zone, therefore the owner has applied for a temporary use permit to allow recycling of additional materials. The temporary use permit would be an interim measure to allow the facility to continue to accept a range of materials for recycling prior to a zoning amendment application being submitted. For the adjacent property, the temporary use permit will only apply west of Benson Creek which reflects the existing location of the facility.

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:

  • Checking out our Document Library which includes the site plan and supporting studies
  • To check the status of the application and next steps see our Process
  • Visit the FAQ's or Important Links for more information
  • Be sure to Register to provide your comments
  • Share your comments on the application in the Application Input tab below
  • Send us your questions and we will provide an answer for all to see in the Q & A tab below
  • We will share project updates 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


4299 Biggs Road and 7155 Weigles Road

The RDN has received a temporary use permit application for the properties legally described as Lot A, Section 19, Range 1, Mountain District, Plan VIP76600 and Section 19, Range 2, Mountain District, Except the South 9 Chains of Said Section. The subject property 4299 Biggs Road and 7155 Weigles Road is zoned Resource Management 2, Subdivision District V (RM2V) (see Document Library), which allows a range of rural uses including agriculture, aquaculture, asphalt batch plant, extraction use, log storage and sorting yard, primary processing, residential use, silviculture and wood waste disposal facility. The subject property 3743 and 3751 Bell Road is zoned Agriculture 1, Subdivision District D (AG1D) (see Document Library), which allows agriculture and residential use.

The purpose of the proposed permit is to recognize the current operation of a recycling facility and gravel mart on the property for a period of three years. Other than disposal of construction wood, clean wood, brush and roofing materials, the recycling facility cannot accept additional materials under the current RM2V zone, therefore the owner has applied for a temporary use permit to allow recycling of additional materials. The temporary use permit would be an interim measure to allow the facility to continue to accept a range of materials for recycling prior to a zoning amendment application being submitted. For the adjacent property, the temporary use permit will only apply west of Benson Creek which reflects the existing location of the facility.

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:

  • Checking out our Document Library which includes the site plan and supporting studies
  • To check the status of the application and next steps see our Process
  • Visit the FAQ's or Important Links for more information
  • Be sure to Register to provide your comments
  • Share your comments on the application in the Application Input tab below
  • Send us your questions and we will provide an answer for all to see in the Q & A tab below
  • We will share project updates 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


Consultation has concluded

  • Temporary Use Permit Approved

    The RDN Board approved Temporary Use Permit PL2021-201 at the November 26, 2024 Board meeting.

    The RDN Board approved Temporary Use Permit PL2021-201 at the November 26, 2024 Board meeting.

    Consultation has concluded

  • RDN Board Meeting - November 26, 2024

    At its November 26, 2024 meeting, the RDN Board will be considering the application, recommendations and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility located at 4299 Biggs Road. The RDN Board will also be considering the summary of the Public Information Meeting held on May 27, 2024.

    The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on November 26, 2024

    For Board agenda or minutes, please view the date and click on the meeting at: https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-videos

    The Electoral Area Services Committee considered the application on November 7, 2024. The video and minutes from this meeting are also available at: https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-videos.

    At its November 26, 2024 meeting, the RDN Board will be considering the application, recommendations and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility located at 4299 Biggs Road. The RDN Board will also be considering the summary of the Public Information Meeting held on May 27, 2024.

    The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on November 26, 2024

    For Board agenda or minutes, please view the date and click on the meeting at: https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-videos

    The Electoral Area Services Committee considered the application on November 7, 2024. The video and minutes from this meeting are also available at: https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-videos.

    Consultation has concluded

  • Electoral Area Services Committee Meeting - November 7, 2024

    At its November 7, 2024 meeting, the Electoral Area Services Committee will be considering the application, recommendations, and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility, and accessory retail and educational activities for a period of three years. The Electoral Area Services Committee will also be considering the summary of the Public Information Meeting held on May 27, 2024. The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on November 7, 2024. Click here for the meeting agenda. Should the committee approve the recommendation, the RDN Board will consider approval of the application on November 26, 2024.

    At its November 7, 2024 meeting, the Electoral Area Services Committee will be considering the application, recommendations, and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility, and accessory retail and educational activities for a period of three years. The Electoral Area Services Committee will also be considering the summary of the Public Information Meeting held on May 27, 2024. The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on November 7, 2024. Click here for the meeting agenda. Should the committee approve the recommendation, the RDN Board will consider approval of the application on November 26, 2024.

    Consultation has concluded

  • Public Information Meeting May 27, 2024

    Consistent with RDN Board direction, the applicant for the temporary use permit for the waste transfer and recycling facility on 4299 Biggs Road will be holding a public information meeting. The public information meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2024 at 7:15pm at the Pleasant Valley Social Centre (6100 Doumont Road, Nanaimo) as an opportunity for comments and questions on the application. More information can be found in the public information meeting notice. Note the site plan for the proposal has also been revised to show the area affected by the proposed temporary use permit (Site Plan).

    Consistent with RDN Board direction, the applicant for the temporary use permit for the waste transfer and recycling facility on 4299 Biggs Road will be holding a public information meeting. The public information meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2024 at 7:15pm at the Pleasant Valley Social Centre (6100 Doumont Road, Nanaimo) as an opportunity for comments and questions on the application. More information can be found in the public information meeting notice. Note the site plan for the proposal has also been revised to show the area affected by the proposed temporary use permit (Site Plan).

    Consultation has concluded

  • Temporary Use Permit Referred Back to Staff

    At the April 9, 2024 Board meeting, the RDN Board passed the following motion for the temporary use permit to recognize the existing waste transfer and recycling facility located on 4299 Biggs Road:

    To refer Temporary Use Permit No.PL2021-201 back to staff for the purpose of further public engagement by the applicant including, but not limited to, a public information meeting.

    The RDN will be working with the applicant to address the concerns identified to the Board and the next steps of public engagement in the Board motion.

    At the April 9, 2024 Board meeting, the RDN Board passed the following motion for the temporary use permit to recognize the existing waste transfer and recycling facility located on 4299 Biggs Road:

    To refer Temporary Use Permit No.PL2021-201 back to staff for the purpose of further public engagement by the applicant including, but not limited to, a public information meeting.

    The RDN will be working with the applicant to address the concerns identified to the Board and the next steps of public engagement in the Board motion.

    Consultation has concluded

  • Change to Board Meeting Date - April 9, 2024

    Please be aware that the date the RDN Board will be considering the Temporary Use Permit for the recycling and waste transfer facility at 4299 Biggs Road has been changed to April 9, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Board agenda will be available to view Friday, April 5 (Click here to view)

    Please be aware that the date the RDN Board will be considering the Temporary Use Permit for the recycling and waste transfer facility at 4299 Biggs Road has been changed to April 9, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Board agenda will be available to view Friday, April 5 (Click here to view)

    Consultation has concluded

  • RDN Board Meeting - March 26, 2024

    The temporary use permit will be considered by the RDN Board on March 26, 2024. Click here to view the Board agenda.

    The temporary use permit will be considered by the RDN Board on March 26, 2024. Click here to view the Board agenda.

    Consultation has concluded

  • Temporary use permit being considered by Electoral Area Services Committee

    At its March 7, 2024 meeting, the Electoral Area Services Committee will be considering the application, recommendations, and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility, and accessory retail and educational activities for a period of three years. The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on March 7, 2024. Click here to view the agenda. Click here for the staff report. Should the committee approve the recommendation, the RDN Board will consider approval of the application on March 26, 2024.

    At its March 7, 2024 meeting, the Electoral Area Services Committee will be considering the application, recommendations, and public feedback received on the Temporary Use Permit application for the existing recycling and waste transfer facility, and accessory retail and educational activities for a period of three years. The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. on March 7, 2024. Click here to view the agenda. Click here for the staff report. Should the committee approve the recommendation, the RDN Board will consider approval of the application on March 26, 2024.

    Consultation has concluded

  • The RDN is seeking input on Temporary Use Permit application PL2021-201

    To provide enhanced opportunities for public feedback on the proposed permit, you are invited to use this online to ask questions or to make comments on the proposal. Feel free to also contact us by email at planning@rdn.bc.ca or phone 250-390-6510 to provide comments or to discuss the application. The deadline for public feedback is 4:30 p.m. on October 27, 2023.

    To provide enhanced opportunities for public feedback on the proposed permit, you are invited to use this online to ask questions or to make comments on the proposal. Feel free to also contact us by email at planning@rdn.bc.ca or phone 250-390-6510 to provide comments or to discuss the application. The deadline for public feedback is 4:30 p.m. on October 27, 2023.

    Consultation has concluded