The Planning Section of the Community Development Department is responsible for land use planning and review and approval of applications, and environmental initiatives.
The Department handles re-zonings, Development Permits, Development Variance Permits, Official Community Plan amendments, Subdivisions, Agricultural Land Reserve applications, and liquor license administration. Its mandate is to provide quality "one-stop" service to customers and to work actively with customers to find solutions and solve problems. This Department tackles emerging planning issues, identifying and exploring trends and issues, developing forecasts, and proposing and assessing policy responses. It is also responsible for the Official Community Plan which is the blueprint for land development for the future.
Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing Update
Our Zoning Bylaw has been updated to address small scale multi-unit housing changes. See our information guide to understand the changes.
You can view the new SSMUH (RS-1) Zone here.
2024 Interim Housing Needs Report
Active Notices
Stay informed about current public hearings, bylaw amendments, and planning updates affecting the District of Hope.
On Monday, May 12, 2025 Council will consider the following amendment bylaws for 19623 Silver Skagit Road:
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1598
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1599
Contacts
All planning and development inquiries should be directed to planning@hope.ca.
All building inquiries should be directed to dlepitre@hope.ca.
| Director of Community Development | Robin Beukens |
| Planner III | Julie Mundy |
| Planner II | Christian Parr |
| Planning Assistant | Lana Taylor |
| Building Inspector | Don Lepitre |