Development Application No. PL2026-028

The RDN is currently looking for your input on application PL2026-028.

3805 Melrose Road (Electoral Area F)

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has received a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) Renewal Application for a portion the property legally described as Lot A, of Lot 92, Newcastle District, Plan 2323 Except That Part Outlined in Red on Plan 3345 RW and Except Part in Plan 1357RW and VIP52254.

The subject property is zoned Forestry / Resource 1 (FR-1) (see Document Library), which permits uses such as a dwelling unit, agriculture, log storage and sorting yard, primary mineral processing, silviculture, and wood processing.

A Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for an ATV practice and training facility, along with an accessory campground on the subject property, was issued by the RDN in October 2023 for a three-year term and is set to expire in October 2026. The applicant (Westcoast ATV Racing Club) proposes to renew the TUP to allow the continued operation of the ATV practice and training facility, including the accessory campground, for an additional three-year period.

The applicant currently holds a Licence of Occupation (see Project Image on left) from the Province of British Columbia for this use. This tenure is also set to expire in October 2026, and the applicant will be required to apply to the Province for renewal.

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 documents
  • 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




3805 Melrose Road (Electoral Area F)

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has received a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) Renewal Application for a portion the property legally described as Lot A, of Lot 92, Newcastle District, Plan 2323 Except That Part Outlined in Red on Plan 3345 RW and Except Part in Plan 1357RW and VIP52254.

The subject property is zoned Forestry / Resource 1 (FR-1) (see Document Library), which permits uses such as a dwelling unit, agriculture, log storage and sorting yard, primary mineral processing, silviculture, and wood processing.

A Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for an ATV practice and training facility, along with an accessory campground on the subject property, was issued by the RDN in October 2023 for a three-year term and is set to expire in October 2026. The applicant (Westcoast ATV Racing Club) proposes to renew the TUP to allow the continued operation of the ATV practice and training facility, including the accessory campground, for an additional three-year period.

The applicant currently holds a Licence of Occupation (see Project Image on left) from the Province of British Columbia for this use. This tenure is also set to expire in October 2026, and the applicant will be required to apply to the Province for renewal.

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 documents
  • 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




  • RDN Board Consideration - September 22, 2026

    The RDN Electoral Area Services Committee considered this application on Thursday, September 03, 2026, at 1:00pm. The EASC passed the following motion;

    It was moved and seconded:

    1. That the Board receive the Summary Report of the Community Engagement and Written Submissions for PL2026-028 as provided in Attachment 4.

    2. That, following public notification, the Board approve Temporary Use Permit No. PL2026-028 to allow an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) practice and training facility and accessory campground on the subject property subject to the terms and conditions outlined in Attachment 7.

    3. That the Board direct staff to complete the required notification for Temporary Use Permit Renewal No. PL2026-028.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The recommendation from the staff report will be considered at the upcoming RDN Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM.

    If you would like to speak or present to the Board about this application, you can register to appear as a delegation(External link).

    For more information about RDN Board and Committee meetings, visit Agendas, Minutes & Webcasting | RDN(External link).

    The RDN Electoral Area Services Committee considered this application on Thursday, September 03, 2026, at 1:00pm. The EASC passed the following motion;

    It was moved and seconded:

    1. That the Board receive the Summary Report of the Community Engagement and Written Submissions for PL2026-028 as provided in Attachment 4.

    2. That, following public notification, the Board approve Temporary Use Permit No. PL2026-028 to allow an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) practice and training facility and accessory campground on the subject property subject to the terms and conditions outlined in Attachment 7.

    3. That the Board direct staff to complete the required notification for Temporary Use Permit Renewal No. PL2026-028.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The recommendation from the staff report will be considered at the upcoming RDN Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM.

    If you would like to speak or present to the Board about this application, you can register to appear as a delegation(External link).

    For more information about RDN Board and Committee meetings, visit Agendas, Minutes & Webcasting | RDN(External link).

  • EASC Consideration - September 03, 2026

    The RDN Electoral Area Services Committee will consider this application at their next meeting on Thursday, September 03, 2026, at 1:00pm.

    The meeting agenda can be found here: Electoral Area Services Committee - September 03, 2026(External link).

    If you would like to speak or present to the Committee about this application, you can register to appear as a delegation(External link).

    For more information about RDN Board and Committee meetings, visit Agendas, Minutes & Webcasting | RDN(External link).

    The RDN Electoral Area Services Committee will consider this application at their next meeting on Thursday, September 03, 2026, at 1:00pm.

    The meeting agenda can be found here: Electoral Area Services Committee - September 03, 2026(External link).

    If you would like to speak or present to the Committee about this application, you can register to appear as a delegation(External link).

    For more information about RDN Board and Committee meetings, visit Agendas, Minutes & Webcasting | RDN(External link).

  • ​The RDN is seeking input on Temporary Use Permit Renewal Application PL2026-028

    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    The RDN is seeking community input on this application through the use of an online form until 4:30 p.m. on July 30, 2026. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts on this application by completing this form. The information gathered will be considered by the RDN Board of Directors and will help inform the decision-making process.

    The RDN is seeking community input on this application through the use of an online form until 4:30 p.m. on July 30, 2026. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts on this application by completing this form. The information gathered will be considered by the RDN Board of Directors and will help inform the decision-making process.

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