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Bylaw Assistant

Describe a project and the assistant reads Land Use Bylaw 355 and the Official Community Plan, then explains the sections that apply.

Early beta

This tool is in early beta. Results may be incomplete or wrong. Check the cited bylaw and OCP sections before relying on them.

Property (optional) Look it up and we add the zone and any development permit areas to the check.
After lookup you'll see
ZoneR1 · Residential 1 DPAShoreline (DPA 3) Lot size0.42 ha
What are you planning? Include sizes, where on the lot, and whether it's new or a change to something existing.
Or start from a common question
Secondary suite Shed and fence Short-term rental Setbacks near water Subdividing land Home-based business Dock or float Moving soil
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Reading the bylaws

Reviewing the actual bylaw text. Most analyses take 20-60 seconds; complex questions can take longer.

Reading Land Use Bylaw No. 355
Identifying applicable zones & sections
Checking OCP policies & DPA requirements
Reviewing setback & coverage regulations
Preparing your bylaw report