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Policy Development Advancing Deconstruction in Vancouver
To amend Section 5.7 and Section 10.12 of the Zoning and Development By-law to allow, in the case of deconstruction of one and two family dwellings, a building permit to deconstruct to be issued in advance of a development permit.
City Contact: David Ramslie  604.873.7946  
Applicant Contact: Director of Planning    604.873.7946  
Project: 5482    Approved
Related Info: Council report (PDF, 97kb) 		Advancing Deconstruction in Vancouver Updated:
09/20/11
Posted:
08/25/11
Policy Development Burrard Slopes IC Districts Interim Rezoning Policies and Guidelines Review
Burrard Slopes IC-1 and IC-2 Districts extend from W. 1st Avenue to W. 6th Avenue, between Burrard Street and the lane west of Granville Street (excluding W. 4th Avenue). In November 2007, Council approved new Interim Rezoning Policies and Guidelines for Burrard Slopes which include increased densities for office and service uses and new policies affecting residential development in the area. Council will consider further strategies to encourage jobs in the area through the Metro Core Jobs and Economy Land Use Plan Study. Council also asked staff to re-visit the rezoning policies as part of the Metro Core Jobs and Economy Land Use Plan to consider removing the residential component and requested that staff report back if the pace of development rezoning applications is out of the ordinary.
City Contact: Heather Burpee  604-871-6068  
Project: 2066    Ongoing 		Burrard Slopes Updated:
01/22/10
Posted:
05/24/06
Policy Development By-law Amendments for Passive Design
To initiate amendments to help implement passive design approaches to make it easier to build and renovate using energy conservation strategies in Vancouver. Passive design is building design that responds to local climate and site conditions in order to maximize building occupants’ health and comfort while minimizing energy consumption. The proposed approaches allow for thicker walls, increased overhangs, accommodation of bay windows, green walls and natural ventilation by making application to amend the Zoning and Development By-law, the First Shaughnessy Official Development Plan By-law, the Downtown District Official Development Plan By-law, the Downtown Eastside Oppenheimer Official Development Plan By-law, and the Southeast Granville Slopes Official Development Plan By-law.
City Contact: Andrea Wickham  604.871.6257  andrea.wickham@vancouver.ca
Applicant Contact: Director of Planning    604.873.7000  
Project: 4789    Approved 		By-law Amendments for Passive Design Updated:
05/20/11
Posted:
04/18/11
Policy Development Central Broadway Planning Program
Central Broadway – located generally between Main and Arbutus Streets – is one of Vancouver’s most important streets. The Central Broadway Planning Program is reviewing and updating zoning and design guidelines in this area to achieve the goals of: ensuring adequate job space, improving the public realm, providing the right mix of public benefits, and becoming more environmentally sustainable. More details can be found on the program website: vancouver.ca/broadway.
City Contact: Thor Kuhlmann  604.873.7683  thor.kuhlmann@vancouver.ca
Project: 4192    Ongoing    Expected Completion: 03/01/2011
Related Info: Central Broadway Planning Program Homepage 		Central Broadway Updated:
03/28/11
Posted:
07/09/10
Policy Development Downtown Capacity & View Corridor Study
The study will review Council adopted heights limits and view corridors affecting the study area and recommend changes, if appropriate, to achieve additional development capacity. The intent is to identify possible modifications while still achieving the objectives underlying the current height and view corridor policies.
City Contact: Mike Wilson  604.871.6863  capacitystudy@vancouver.ca
Project: 3122    Ongoing    Expected Completion: 11/30/2009
Related Info: Downtown Capacity & View Corridor Study 		Downtown Updated:
04/15/09
Posted:
04/15/09
Policy Development Downtown South Development Cost Levies
An updated Downtown South Public Benefits Strategy for 2007-2021 and Amendment to Development Cost Levy By-Law was approved by Council on May 3, 2007. For more information on the rates, allocations and the recommended effective date visit www.vancouver.ca/ctyclrk/cclerk/20070503/documents/pemins.pdf
City Contact: Allison Dunnet  604-873-7088  
Project: 1527    Approved 		Downtown South Updated:
02/04/09
Posted:
05/25/04
Policy Development Historic Area Height Review Study
The Historic Area of Vancouver, including Chinatown, Gastown, Victory Square and Hastings Street, is rich with history and has played a key role in the shaping of Vancouver's current identity. It is also a living community, a place of economy and a reminder of the City's rich heritage. As part of the planning program for the Downtown Eastside, the City of Vancouver is exploring opportunities for additional height and density in the Historic Area. The purpose of this study is to inform the Chinatown Community Plan currently being prepared, it will also inform how the City responds to rezoning enquiries for taller buildings in the Historic Area. The public consultation portion of the public process has been completed. Feedback comments received are being reviewed and will inform the Chinatown Community Plan currently being prepared, as well as how the City responds to rezoning enquiries for taller buildings in the Historic Area. We anticipate reporting back to Council with the study findings in the coming months.
City Contact: Wesley Joe  604-873-7736  
Project: 3148    Ongoing
Related Info: Historic Area Height Review 		E HASTINGS ST
HISTORIC AREA -Chinatown, Gastown, Victory Square, Main & Hastings 		Updated:
03/15/11
Posted:
04/27/09

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Policy Development Laneway Housing
Laneway Housing (LWH) is a form of housing new to Vancouver - a small house in the backyard, located where the garage is now. At a Public Hearing held on July 28, 2009, Council approved zoning changes to allow laneway housing in RS-1 and RS-5 single family areas. To view the approved Laneway Housing Regulations and Guidelines, as well as Illustrative Examples of Laneway Housing, please click the link "Laneway Housing in Single Family Areas" in the Related Info field. For information about building a laneway house and what is required, contact the Enquiry Centre at 604.873.7613 or 604.873.7611.
City Contact: Tiffany Rutherford  604.871.6302  tiffany.rutherford@vancouver.ca
Project: 2943    Ongoing
Related Info: Laneway Housing in Single Family Areas 		City Wide Updated:
11/02/09
Posted:
01/26/09
Policy Development Metropolitan Core Jobs and Economy Land Use Plan
The Metro Core Jobs and Economy Land Use Plan is a major planning initiative launched by Council in 2005 to develop a long-term land use policy plan to accommodate the future economy and jobs in the Metropolitan Core of Vancouver. The Metro Core extends from 16th Ave north to Burrard Inlet, between Clark Drive on the east and Burrard Street on the west. The study is now at the final stages of completion. A Public Hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. to consider the proposed policies and zoning changes affecting parts of the Downtown peninsula. More details can be found on the project's website at www.vancouver.ca/corejobs.
City Contact: Ian MacPhee  604.871.6126  corejobs@vancouver.ca
Project: 1971    Under review
Related Info: www.vancouver.ca/corejobs 		Metropolitan Core Updated:
04/07/09
Posted:
02/20/06
Policy Development North East False Creek (NEFC) High Level Review
The one year High Level Review will identify policies, plans and strategies regarding the future land use, built form, urban structure, infrastructure requirements and public amenities for NEFC. The review will seek to clarify the future role of the area within the downtown, noting it is currently the location of transit-oriented citywide entertainment, sport and cultural activities.
City Contact: Central Area Planning  (604)873-7040  
Project: 2026    Under review
Related Info: www.vancouver.ca/nefc 		North False Creek Updated:
07/03/07
Posted:
04/13/06
Policy Development Plaza of Nations Land Use Study
The Plaza of Nations is a privately owned commercial and entertainment complex on the False Creek waterfront that hosts office and commercial uses, outdoor performance and event space, restaurant and bar uses, and casino use. The False Creek North Official Development Plan states that the Plaza of Nations should remain generally as built. The Plaza of Nations Land Use Study was intended to determine whether this policy allows for the most appropriate land use mix on the site. Public feedback was gathered on issues such as: potential future uses of the site, ranging from commercial and entertainment uses to primarily residential development of the site; the value of the site as a performance stage, event venue, and cultural space; and the relevance of the Plaza of Nations as a legacy of Expo 86. The Plaza of Nations Land Use Study was presented to Council in July 2005 to provide background to their deliberations on the future of the site, and to determine their preference around any potential rezoning activity.
City Contact: Kevin McNaney  604.871.6851  kevin.mcnaney@vancouver.ca
Project: 2289    Approved    Expected Completion: 01/15/2007
Related Info: http://vancouver.ca/commsvcs/currentplanning/plaza 		Downtown Updated:
01/15/07
Posted:
01/15/07
Policy Development RS Districts - Basements in Single Family Houses
At a Public Hearing held on June 16, 2009, Council approved zoning changes to enable full-size basements and more livable basement suites in all single family areas. The zoning now provides an option to add floor area in the basement and build a basement higher out of the ground. For more information, click the above link or contact the Enquiry Centre at 604.873.7613 or 604.873.7611.
City Contact: Paul Nowlan  604-873-7712  paul.nowlan@vancouver.ca
Project: 2556    Ongoing
Related Info: http://www.vancouver-ecodensity.ca/content.php?id= 		City Wide Updated:
10/06/09
Posted:
02/07/08