Board of Variance
A Board of Variance is a process for seeking relief from rules and regulations established in specified bylaws.
Similar to a development variance permit, an application for Board of Variance approval may seek zoning bylaw relaxation for:
- Siting (location)
- Dimensions
- Size of a building
Applications to the Board of Variance must be based on hardship. You must be able to demonstrate that following the regulation would cause hardship.
Development Permits
Land within an official community plan or rural land use bylaw may need a development permit.
Permits related to the development and can include matters such as:
- Exterior design and finishing of buildings and
- Site development matters such as site layout, drainage, and servicing.
Development Permit Application
Development Variance Permits
Zoning bylaws impose regulations on all properties within a defined zone. Features such as topography and lot shape may be unique to certain properties.
Planning legislation recognizes that a variance may be required on a property-specific basis.
For example, an embankment may stop the construction of a building at the prescribed setback of the zoning bylaw. Applicants can seek relief from zoning requirements. Relief can be granted by a development variance permit. This would allow construction at a lesser setback than that required in the zoning bylaw
Liquor Licensing
Liquor Licenses are issued by the provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB). However, certain types of liquor licenses require a supporting Board resolution for the licence to be approved and issued. The LCRB will direct applicants to their local government when applicable.
If a resolution is needed, a CRD Liquor License application and fees must be submitted to the Planning Department accompanied by a copy of the LCRB Liquor Licence application.
For inquires, or to start the application process, please visit the LCRB website.
Liquor License Application Form
Provincial Agricultural Land Reserve
Land within the Provincial Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR), cannot be subdivided unless permission is received under the Agricultural Land Commission Act, from the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission. Land use restrictions are also imposed on land located within the ALR.
The Cariboo Regional District processes applications to:
- Remove land from the ALR
- Subdivide or use land for a non-farm use
- Include land in the ALR.
Strata Building Conversion
A Strata conversion is the division of an existing building or buildings into two or more strata title units. It does not include a Fee Simple subdivision or a Bare Land Strata subdivision. The resulting Strata Title is a form of ownership in which the unit owners have a share in the title of the property and the common amenities.
Subdivisions
Subdivision includes the creation of two or more parcels from one original parcel, as well as adjusting or consolidating existing property lines.
Subdivision within the CRD is under the authority of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI). Applications are made through FrontCounter BC.
Please ensure your subdivision proposal complies with CRD zoning and OCP designations. Additional requirements by the CRD at subdivision stage may include (but are not limited to):
- Riparian or Aquatic Habitat Protection Development Permits
- Wildfire safety covenants/studies
- Geotechnical Hazard Development Permits
- Shoreland Management Policy requirements.
Temporary Permits
A Temporary Use Permit allows the use of land, on a temporary basis.
The permit takes precedence over uses allowed in a zoning or rural land use bylaw. An example of a temporary use permit would be gravel extraction.
Conditions can be placed before approval or after completion of use. For example, a condition may be the requirement to return the property to the original state after use. The CRD may require and hold a bond or letters of irrevocable credit with regard to a subject condition. This is to ensure that the agreed-upon conditions are completed.