Zoning Amendment PL2023-101

The RDN is currently looking for your input on zoning amendment application PL2023-101.

85 Henry Morgan Drive

The RDN has received a zoning amendment for the property legally described as Lot 2, District Lot 36, Newcastle District, Plan VIP61726, Except Plan EPP96256. The subject property is currently zoned Residential 2 Subdivision District M (RS2M) (see Document Library), which allows up to two dwelling units per parcel, secondary suites, home based business, and accessory buildings.

The proposal is to amend the RS2 zone to a Comprehensive Development Zone that would permit the creation of a residential development consisting of up to eight parcels supporting one dwelling unit per parcel and one larger parcel supporting up to 19 dwelling units of limited size.

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

Please note that in accordance with Section 464 of the Local Government Act (LGA), as the proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan and is a residential development, the RDN must not hold a public hearing with respect to the proposed bylaw. Therefore, the intent of this page is to provide information with respect to the proposal and to provide an opportunity for the public to share their ideas, concerns, and local information with staff and the Board.


85 Henry Morgan Drive

The RDN has received a zoning amendment for the property legally described as Lot 2, District Lot 36, Newcastle District, Plan VIP61726, Except Plan EPP96256. The subject property is currently zoned Residential 2 Subdivision District M (RS2M) (see Document Library), which allows up to two dwelling units per parcel, secondary suites, home based business, and accessory buildings.

The proposal is to amend the RS2 zone to a Comprehensive Development Zone that would permit the creation of a residential development consisting of up to eight parcels supporting one dwelling unit per parcel and one larger parcel supporting up to 19 dwelling units of limited size.

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

Please note that in accordance with Section 464 of the Local Government Act (LGA), as the proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan and is a residential development, the RDN must not hold a public hearing with respect to the proposed bylaw. Therefore, the intent of this page is to provide information with respect to the proposal and to provide an opportunity for the public to share their ideas, concerns, and local information with staff and the Board.


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  • According to your community plan for Electoral H, the OCP Section 4.4 Transportation Network states: "Emergency access to neighbourhoods with only one road in and out is a concern for residents. New road connections are desired" and also: "6. Encourage second road accesses to neighbourhoods with only one way in and out " Have the above requirements been considered by the planning committee regarding the Henry Morgan application? And if so, to what resolve?

    floodmj asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your question. We are aware of the support in the OCP for a secondary access road and the importance of this issue with the community. We are in discussions with the Island Corridor Foundation to determine the possibility of a railway crossing at this location. 

  • Currently, most if not all properties accessed off Jamieson are 1/2 acre in size +/- a few percent. Why are you forcing a higher density subdivision in a historic and wonderful low density neighbourhood? There are so many private or public lands off the old highway which are so much better suited to your plans.

    RodgerAiers asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for sharing your concerns and for your question.

    The subject property is included in the Bowser Village Plan (Schedule B of the Official Community Plan) which supports up to 35 dwelling units per hectare by the year 2040.  It is noted that the Bowser Village Plan, which was adopted in 2010 was created through a comprehensive community planning process which involved a broad cross-section of Electoral Area residents and included multiple opportunities for residents to participate. Any applications within the Bowser Village Plan Area that are submitted now will be guided by the policies contained in the Official Community Plan, including the Bowser Village Plan. 

    The density supported by the Bowser Village Plan is reliant on the provision of community water and sewer services being available. As community sewer services are not available, the achievable density is much less and is limited by Sewerage System Regulation or the Municipal Wastewater Regulation.

    As the density proposed by this application is approximately 12 dwelling units per hectare, the proposal is consistent with the Bowser Village Plan from a density perspective.

    When it comes to the development of private lands, it is up to an owner to decide if they would like to apply to the RDN to rezone the property to allow for development.

  • Why has a new board about the zoning development application on Henry Morgan drive just gone up? Seems rather strange. There should have been one in that location right from the beginning, where it is much more visible, instead of 'hiding' it down Maple Guard Drive. The date has passed for public to give their comments as well.

    kazh asked 3 months ago

    A second sign advertising the application was installed to be compliant with “Regional District of Nanaimo Development Application, Notification Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 1845, 2022 (Bylaw 1845). As the property has two road frontages, two signs are required to comply with Bylaw 1845. 

  • How many new vehicles are anticipated to use the single road outlet on Jamieson to Hwy 19A as a result of this development.

    floodmj asked 3 months ago

    The traffic impact assessment was based on a proposal that included a total of 72 residential units. The current proposal includes a total of 27 residential units. That said, based on 72 residential units, the traffic impact assessment estimated that a total of 72 vehicle trips per day would be generated. If these assumptions are correct, one could anticipate approximately 27 vehicle trips per day would be generated from the current proposal. 

  • Why is this development proposal using traffic pattern data from 2018? Traffic patterns have substantially changed since that date.

    floodmj asked 3 months ago

    The Traffic Impact Assessment submitted by the applicant was prepared in support of a previous version of the proposal which included 12 detached units, 46 townhouse units, and 14 duplex units. The previous proposal was significantly higher density than what is proposed now. Therefore, any potential traffic impact from the current proposal, which proposes 27 units would be less than what was identified in the report. 

  • As a resident of 4565 Mapleguard drive, Bowser, I am seriously concerned about traffic, if this sub division gets developed. Jamieson rd. Is already very busy, being the only road to my street and to Henry Morgan.

    Lindsaytoday asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for your comments. If you have any questions, we are happy to answer them here. 

  • What is the drinking water source for this development?

    Bneary asked 3 months ago

    Deep Bay Improvement District is the community water service provider in this area. The applicant is proposing to connect to the community water system.

  • For the houses with driveways on Henry Morgan, will there be enough parking to support multi vehicle families along with the multi vehicle families living in the secondary units. We don’t want a situation, as seen in many new neighborhoods, where we have vehicles always parked on the roads.

    Bneary asked 3 months ago

    Thank you for your question. RDN Bylaw 2500, the applicable zoning bylaw, includes off-street parking requirements that the proposed development would need to meet. It is anticipated that the parking requirements contained in Bylaw 2500 will be adequate to accommodate the potential parking demand.

  • For members of our community who support the development of a secondary access road, could you please suggest the appropriate next steps to pursue this initiative?

    PhilipLa asked 4 months ago

    It is suggested that you submit your comments using the application input tab. All input will be presented to the applicant and the Board for consideration. 

  • Is the treatment plant for both parcels? Who are the prospective buyers for the strata development? Sidewalks? Streetlights?

    Rita asked 4 months ago

    The proposal at this time is that each parcel would have its own sewage treatment system. However, the application has been referred to Island Health for comments which may result in a need for the applicant to make changes. 

    With respect to potential purchasers, the RDN is not proposing any restrictions on who may purchase the lots/units in the proposed development. This is typically a decision that is made by the developer.

    No sidewalks are being proposed at this time. As the RDN does not have jurisdiction over public road right-of-ways it is very difficult to achieve sidewalks. 

    With respect to streetlights, the applicant is not proposing any at this time. Please note, streetlights may be discussed through the subdivision and development permit process at a later date. 

Page last updated: 23 Oct 2025, 07:56 AM