The subdivision approval process enables the District of Peachland to ensure that new lots are created in a manner that is beneficial to the overall well-being of the community and in compliance with applicable bylaws, regulations, and procedures.
The Local Government Act, Land Title Act, and the District of Peachland Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw, Zoning Bylaw, and Official Community Plan regulate the subdivision of land. All requests for subdivision in the District of Peachland must be processed through the subdivision approval process. An Approving Officer ensures that each subdivision meets all of the requirements. Matters of lot size, road widths, access, road and park dedication, and works and services such as water, sewer, stormwater management, and other utilities are considered.
The Approving Officer is charged with protecting sensitive environments and the community from natural hazards through the application of Official Community Plan Development Permit Areas and Guidelines, Provincial regulations where applicable, and sound subdivision practices. The Approving Officer is also responsible for protecting the future development potential of adjacent lands, most particularly with respect to the provision of legal road access.
Applicants must schedule a pre-application meeting with the Planning Department prior to submitting an application