The following notices have been modified. For full information, please contact Community Planning and Development.
| Downtown Revitalization Area Development Permit - City Centre Mall |
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Update: Permit Issued On 18 November 2019, the Director of Community Planning & Development approved a Downtown Revitalization Area Development Permit for City Centre Mall to allow for a new door for unit 213, on south second-floor balcony. Proposed door is near the far west end of the balcony, as indicated in the image below. Permit allows for siding along second-floor balcony be updated during construction to match finish and colour of MStar Hotel. Decision has the following conditions: (a) Owner and administration of City Centre Mall continue to work with District staff in Downtown Master Plan process; (b) Further changes to second floor balcony may be necessary if a higher-value design is best for Downtown Kitimat. Location: 276 City Centre Mall, South Mall Exterior More Information Application and any additional materials are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910. |
| Temporary Use Permit - 497 Quatsino Boulevard |
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Update: Permit Issued Kitimat Council approved a temporary use permit (TUP) application to allow: 1) timber from work done to develop Strawberry Meadows subdivision, 2) timber from clearing individual lots in Strawberry Meadows to be burned, and 3) topsoil from proposed road to Minette Bay West Park be permitted to be processed at 497 Quatsino Blvd. Site is zoned G5-A Forestry Transition. Permitted was approved with the following conditions: a. That the wood is properly seasoned prior to burning to mitigate air quality. More Information Application, site plans and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8900. Thank you for your ongoing interest in your community. |
| Development Variance Permit - 28 Finch Street |
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Status: Approved by Council 18 November 2019
Background Property owner of 28 Finch Street submitted an application to Council for a Development Variance Permit. Application seeks a variance to allow a two-storey garage within 3.3 m of front property line. Kitimat Municipal Code requires a 4.5 m front yard. Proposed height is 5.63 metres at the peak, matching that of the existing house. Proposed addition includes a new front entry built within buildable area of the property. Location: 28 Finch Street More Information Application, site plan and elevations, and other background materials. |
| Temporary Use Permit Review |
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Status: Adopted.
Background Kitimat Council is considering amending Kitimat’s Official Community Plan and Municipal Code to permit temporary use permits (TUP) to be issued in a broader range of zones. A TUP is a development application requesting approval from Council, or delegate, to operate a land use that is not permitted in zoning. TUPs may be issued for up to three years and can be renewed once for up to an additional three years. The proposed amendment allows consideration of TUPs in more zones and establishes permit guidelines for specific zones. Open House The District of Kitimat hosted an Open House on 7 October 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the George Thom Room at Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex. Additional Information |
| Development Permit - Wakita Avenue and Nalabila Boulevard |
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Status: Permit approved.
Background IAG Enterprises, owners of Lot C District Lot 6042 Range 5 Coast District Plan EPP 32835, has applied for a Development Permit to construct 35 townhomes at Forest Hills Heights. Projects must comply with guidelines established in the Official Community Plan for form and character of multi-family residential projects. The building site is a Development Permit Area (DPA) – Intensive and Multi-Family Residential designated pursuant to Sections 488(1)(e) and (f) of the Local Government Act. Location
Updates: Revised Residential Landscape For Revisions, Coloured - Oct 4 Public Comment
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| Temporary Use Permit- Sandhill Materials Inc. |
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Status: Approved on 21 October 2019 with conditions.
Temporary Use Permit, Sandhill Materials Inc. The District of Kitimat is considering an application from Sandhill Materials Inc. regarding an RV Park in the G5 Forestry Zone, west of CN Rail right of way. Site is just over two hectares with primary access from 3rd Street. Maximum permit term is three years, with one option for renewal. District of Kitimat may consider a renewal request without a second notice to area business operations and land owners.
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| Temporary Use Permit - MSJV Parking |
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Status: Approved by Kitimat Council 28 October 2019 Kitimat Council has approved a temporary use permit to allow for a parking lot behind Civeo Sitka Lodge, with the following conditions: Parcel is adjacent to Coastal GasLink right-of-way and zoned G5-A Forestry Transition. Proposed parking lot is designed to accommodate approximately 134 vehicles. Temporary Use Permits (TUPs) are for a maximum of three years with one opportunity for renewal. TUPs are intended for a condition or circumstance that warrants the proposed use for a short period of time but does not warrant a change in land use designation or zoning of the property. Location Between Civeo Sitka Lodge and Coastal GasLink right-of-way. See Location Map. Comment Received 7 October - Kelly Smith and Carol MacDonald More Information Application, site plans and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. If you have any questions about this decision please contact Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900 or dok@kitimat.ca Thank you for your ongoing interest in your community. |
| Temporary Use Permit - Paula Keech Photography |
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Status: Approved by Delegate Authority, 21 October 2019. Background Paula Keech applied for a Temporary Use Permit renewal to operate a photography studio in compliance with home occupation regulations. Home business has been in operation since February 2016 with no proposed changes. Local Government Act restricts Temporary Use Permits to three years with option on one renewal. Applicant is seeking renewal for an additional three years to expire in October 2022. Location
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| Cannabis Retail - EC, 432 Enterprise Avenue |
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Council Resolution R19-268 THAT Liquor & Cannabis Regulation Branch be advised District of Kitimat supports the Cannabis Retail Licensing Application (Job# 001403) for 432 Enterprise Avenue. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Background Kitimat Council is seeking public comment for a proposed Cannabis Retail at 432 Enterprise Avenue. Euphoria Cannabis applied to the Liquor & Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) to operate a cannabis retail store at 432 Enterprise Avenue. The LCRB referred an application to the District of Kitimat (DOK) for comment regarding support or opposition to this application moving forward.
DOK amended Kitimat Municipal Code and adopted policy in preparation for the Cannabis Act and amendments to the Criminal Code of Canada to allow the purchase of non-medicinal cannabis. This federal legislation came into effect 17 October 2018.
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| Temporary Use Permit, Sandhill Materials Inc. - RV Park |
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Update: 2 October 2019, Permit Approved On 16 September 2019, Kitimat Council approved a Temporary Use Permit for Sandhill Materials Inc. for an RV Park in the G5 Forestry Zone west of CN Rail right of way. Proposed development will support major projects in Kitimat by providing additional temporary worker accommodation near project sites. Site is just over two hectares with primary access from Third Street. Permit is for the maximum three-year term allowed by the BC Local Government Act. Renewal for a second three-year term would require municipal approval. It is possible the District of Kitimat may consider a renewal request without a second notice to area business operations and land owners. *A TUP for Lay Down Area was recently approved on the northern portion of this parcel. Permit was approved with the following conditions:
Location RV Park is proposed for a portion of Sandhill Materials Inc. lands west of CN Rail right of way. Access will be via Third Street and private road (former Eurocan Haul Rd). See map and site plan for details. More Information Application, public comment received, and other background material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. |
| Cannabis Retail Application - Deviant Fibres |
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Update: Council supported application.
Kitimat Council is seeking public comment for a proposed cannabis retail at 213 City Centre. Deviant Fibres applied to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) to operate a cannabis retail store at 213 City Centre. The LCRB referred this application to the District of Kitimat (DOK) for comment regarding support or opposition. DOK amended Kitimat Municipal Code and adopted policy in preparation for the Cannabis Act and amendments to the Criminal Code of Canada to allow the purchase of non-medicinal cannabis. This federal legislation came into effect 17 October 2018. More Information Council reports and background material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday from 3 September to 8 October 2019, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900. Providing Comment You, or your representative, may make representations at the Council meeting on 14 October 2019 in Council Chambers, 606 Mountainview Square at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment Received: 2019-09-18 Letter Submitted to APC (anonymous) 2019-09-27 Letter Submitted - Roberta Walker 2019-09-28 Letter Submitted - Rob McIsaac 2019-09-29 Letter Submitted - Noel Walker 2019-10-07 Letter Submitted - City Centre Mall 2019-10-07 Letter Submitted - Iqbal Bath & Inder Dhillon 2019-10-07 Letter submitted - Diana Baker 2019-10-15 E-mail Submitted - Lis Stannus |
| Hobby Farms in G3-B Zone and OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1942, 2019 |
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Update: 8 August 2019 On 6 August 2019, Kitimat Council gave Third Reading and Adoption for Hobby Farms in G3-B Zone and OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1942, 2019. Motion R19-227 reads as follows: THAT, having reviewed the Staff Reports and considered the public consultation activities to-date, including agency referrals, open house, delegations and public input at Council meetings, meeting and additional correspondence between staff and individuals, and a mail-out inviting area landowners and tenants to provide comment, Kitimat Council further resolves that: A. Consultation to-date, which Council considers to have been both early and ongoing, has provided consultative opportunities in compliance with sections 475 and 477 of the Local Government Act; B. Council has specifically considered OCP amendment in conjunction with District of Kitimat Housing Needs Report, Financial Plan, Waste Management Plan, in compliance with section 473 and 477 of the Local Government Act; C. Consultation to-date, which Council considers to have been both early and ongoing, has provided consultative opportunities in compliance with sections 475 and 477 of the Local Government Act; D. Council has specifically considered OCP amendment in conjunction with District of Kitimat Housing Needs Report, Financial Plan, Waste Management Plan, in compliance with section 473 and 477 of the Local Government Act; and AND THAT "Hobby Farms in G3-B Zone and Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1942, 2019" be given third reading AND THAT the bylaw be adopted.
Background A Public Hearing was held on Tuesday, 2 July 2019 starting at 7:30 p.m. at Council Chambers, 606 Mountainview Square, Kitimat, BC for the purpose of considering amendments to the Official Community Plan (OCP) and zoning in the Kitimat Municipal Code related to facilitating limited agriculture uses and buildings or structures as a principal use on vacant lot(s) associated with an abutting lot that has an established residential use, adding a definition of and regulations for “hobby farm” use, and specifically rezoning 5, 13 and 23 Elderberry Street to add hobby farm use as a permitted use on these G3-B Strawberry Meadows Zone properties, which are legally described as: Lot 1 District Lot 307 Range 5 Coast Plan EPP40842 (5 Elderberry Street) Lot 2 District Lot 307 Range 5 Coast Plan EPP40842 (13 Elderberry Street) Lot 3 District Lot 307 Range 5 Coast Plan EPP40842 (23 Elderberry Street) OCP: Bylaw 1942 amends text under section 5.1 Land Use Designation to consider exceptions to allow limited agriculture uses and buildings or structures, such as a hobby farm, as a principal use on vacant lot(s) when the abutting lot has an established residential use and is under the same ownership or otherwise linked by covenant. Zoning: Bylaw 1942 defines hobby farm as the non-commercial agricultural use of lands exclusively associated with, and operated by person(s) resident on, an abutting property that contains an established residence, subject to compliance with conditions as outlined in the bylaw. Bylaw 1942 also amends the G3-B Zone to allow hobby farms at three properties commonly referred to as 5, 13, and 23 Elderberry Street. Part of the general purpose of Bylaw 1942 is to facilitate a proposal from Cathryn Kozak, the applicant, who would like to construct a residential dwelling on one lot and operate a hobby farm on two abutting lots. Public Comment Referral Comment Coast Mountain School District 82 More Information Bylaw 1942, related information and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 p.m.Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900. Personal information contained in communications to Kitimat Council and Committees is collected under the authority of the Community Charter and Local Government Act and will be used to assist Council members in decision-making. Please note that your comments relating to this matter will form part of the District’s public record and may be included in a public agenda and posted on our website. Questions regarding the collection of personal information may be referred to the Corporate Officer at 250-632-8900. |
| Development Permit Amendment - Fairfield Inn and Suites (Horizon North) |
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Update: 6 August 2019 On 6 August 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development permit amendment for Fairfield Inn and Suites, with the following conditions: (1) Development corresponds to Proposed Site Plan DP1.0 dated 15 July 2019 and attached to Development Permit as Schedule A; Horizon North on behalf of Fairfield Inn and Suites has applied to amend a development permit issued on 8 May 2019. Development permit is to construct a hotel within the Highway Gateway Development Permit Area, at the front of Horizon North's property at 28 Highway 37. Developer has submitted revised site plans and elevations with amendments from the approved development permit. Most significant changes are that the driveway does not wrap around the building and has been replaced with additional landscaping and a retaining wall between hotel building and Highway 37. Minor changes have been proposed to exterior finishes; however, fundamental colour scheme remains consistent with original concepts. Location: 28 Highway 37 More Information Application, site plans and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday from 19 July to 6 August 2019 excluding statutory holidays. If you have any questions about this decision please contact Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900 or dok@kitimat.ca Thank you for your ongoing interest in your community. |
| Temporary Use Permit - Sandhill Materials Inc. - Lay Down Area |
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Update: 14 August 2019 On 12 August 2019, the Director of Community Planning and Development approved a temporary use permit for Sandhill Materials Inc. to operate a 6.57 hectare lay down area in the G5 Forestry Zone, west of CN Rail right of way. Approved permit has the following conditions: (a) Sandhill Materials Inc. and their lessees work with District staff to monitor traffic impacts of lay down area; The applicant is seeking a permit valid for the maximum three-year term allowed by the BC Local Government Act. Renewal for a second three-year term would require municipal approval. It is possible the District of Kitimat may consider a renewal request without a second notice to area business operations and land owners. Location: Lay down area is proposed for a portion of Sandhill Materials Inc. lands west of CN Rail right of way. Access will be via 3rd Street and private road (former Eurocan Logging Rd). See Map for details. More Information Application, public comment received, and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Permit - 1425 Nalabila Boulevard |
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Update: 31 July 2019 On Monday, 29 July 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development permit to allow for exterior renovations and additions at 1425 Nalabila Boulevard, conditional on:
IAG Enterprises, owners of 1425 Nalabila Boulevard, applied for a development permit for exterior renovations for all 30 townhomes at this property. See Site Plan on reverse. Development Permit Area (DPA) – Intensive and Multi-Family Residential is designated pursuant to Sections 488(1)(e) and (f) of the Local Government Act. This establishes objectives for form and character of multi-family residential projects. Application must comply with guidelines established in the Official Community Plan. Please see photos (on reverse) for more information. More Information Application and background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday from 8 July to 30 July 2019, excluding statutory holidays. Most of this information is also available at www.kitimat.ca/pn. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900.
If you have any questions about this application please contact Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900 or dok@kitimat.ca Public Comment Received
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| Temporary Use Permit - 160 Konigus Street |
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Update: 29 July 2019 On Monday, 22 July 2019, Kitimat Council approved a temporary use permit to allow a park and ride facility at Parcel A DL 6034 Range 5 Coast District Plan 8801, known as 160 Konigus Street, be issued for three years, conditional on: (a) Traffic impact to be reviewed one year from permit issuance date, a traffic impact analysis may be required to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering; (b) Lighting Plan must be approved by Community Planning & Development prior to installation of lighting; (c) Consultation with Public Works Yard prior to erecting fencing; (d) Compliance with provincial and municipal regulations, including all provincial safety standards; and (e) Valid municipal business license.
Temporary Use Permit (TUP) District of Kitimat has initiated a TUP application to permit an employee parking lot for JGCFluor and LNG Canada at 160 Konigus Street (location map on reverse). Maximum permit term is three years, one renewal for an additional three years may be considered without further public notice in 2022. Disposition of Municipal Property Kitimat Council is considering entering into a licence agreement for use of municipal land. The entity that may obtain a licence or an interest in land or a municipal property, the site, nature and term of the proposed disposition, and consideration to be received by the District of Kitimat is provided below. JGCFluor and LNG Canada, Park and Ride Lot, Licence of Occupation (LOC) This LOC will authorize JGCFluor and LNG Canada to establish an employee parking lot at 160 Konigus Street. The lot will accommodate approximately 75 vehicles. Employees who park here will board a shuttle bus for transport to and from the LNG Canada project site south of Service Centre. Compensation for initial term of up to six years is $1,500 per month. JGCFluor and LNG Canada will be responsible for managing parking use, site security and any site improvements: including, for example, grading, paving or fencing. Snow removal costs and legal fees to prepare the LOC agreement will be reimbursed in full to District of Kitimat. More Information A Public Handbook containing additional information and draft agreement is available for review at the District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (except statutory holidays) from 8 July to 23 July 2019. Most of the handbook information is also available for convenience at kitimat.ca/pn. To request more information please e-mail dok@kitimat.ca; call Community Planning and Development at 250‑632−8900; or visit the District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre to view the Public Handbook. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at dok@kitimat.ca; or 250‑632−8900. Public Comment Received
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| Development Variance Permit - 52 Capilano Street |
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Update: 29 July 2019 On Monday, 22 July 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development variance permit to construct an accessory structure at 52 Capilano Street be approved, conditional on: (a) Rear yard of 2.1 metres or more is maintained; (b) Side yard of 2.4 metres or more is maintained; (c) Structure does not exceed 3.55 metres measured to mid-pitch; (d) Drainage from structure comply with District of Kitimat standards; and (e) Permit expires of 10 June 2021 if building permit has not been issued.
Kitimat Council invites public comment before making a decision on a development variance permit application. Property owner at 52 Capilano Street has submitted an application for Council to consider a development cariance permit. Variance would allow construction of a proposed detached garage with a loft for storage. Proposed structure will be 1.83m from the rear property line and 3.53m at midpoint of roof (5.63m to peak). Location map and site plan are shown below. Need More Information? Application and other background materials are available for review at www.kitimat.ca/pn and at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910. Comment Received
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| Temporary Use Permit - 88 Charles Street |
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Status: Approved by Director of Community Planning and Development 22 July 2019 Jocelyn Lamon applied for a Temporary Use Permit to operate a lash extension studio in compliance with home occupation regulations.The applicant is seeking a three-year permit, with an option of renewal. Maximum permit term is three years, one renewal for an additional three years may be considered without further public notice in 2022. Where is it? Need More Information? The application, public comment received, and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday from 21 June to 12 July 2019, inclusive but excluding statutory holidays. Most of this information is also available at www.kitimat.ca/pn. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900. |
| Development Variance Permit, 176 Ocelot Way |
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Update, 5 July 2019: On 24 June 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development variance permit for 176 Ocelot Way. Permit reduces Minimum Distance Between Buildings from 3 metres to 1.5 metres, to allow construction of the Administrative and Service Building Area of the LNG Canada site. Approval has the following conditions: (a) Compliance with terms of Release Letter from Ministry of Environment dated 19 May 2019, regarding contaminated sites legislation and supporting documents and protocols; a copy is attached; JGC Fluor applied for a development variance permit for construction of Administration and Service Building Area of the LNG Canada project. Proposed area will be a complex of seven buildings connected by covered walkways. Connected buildings are the main administration centre, central control room building, laboratory, change room, materials warehouse, central workshop, and fire station. Enclosed walkways will allow personnel to walk between buildings year round. Where proposed walkways run parallel to a building, proposed distance between walkway and building will be 1.5 metres. Kitimat Municipal Code requires distance between buildings on the same lot to be three metres or nil. Location: 176 Ocelot Way, LNG Canada Site More Informtion Application, Site Plan, and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Permit, 724 and 728 Kuldo Boulevard |
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Update: 5 July 2019: On 2 July 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development permit to allow exterior updates at 724 and 728 Kuldo Boulevard. Complex is commonly known as Kuldo Suites. Permit is approved with the following conditions:
Council requests that the property owner and developer consider adding outdoor or garden space to encourage social interaction and provide gathering space for residents. Not included as a condition of the development permit, this would add value to the property and enhance the public realm of this property. Property owners at 724 and 728 Kuldo Boulevard applied for a development permit to allow updates to exterior siding and windows. Buildings are part of an eight building complex known as Kuldo Suites. Development Permit 01-2013 was issued on 28 February 2013, and expired two years later. Permit allowed updates to all buildings in complex; however, only four of eight buildings were completed. Proposed siding and windows will match updates to other buildings within the complex that were completed between 2013 and 2015 (see photos). Applicant has indicated that updates to remaining buildings may come in 2020. A new development permit will be required for further upgrades. Location: 724 and 728 Kuldo Boulevard More Information Application, Site Plan, and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Variance Permit, 179 Chinook Avenue |
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Update: 13 June 2019 On Monday, 10 June 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development variance permit to allow construction of a passive solar greenhouse at 179 Chinook Avenue, with the following conditions: (a) Rear yard of 1.5 metres or more is maintained; Property owners of 179 Chinook Avenue applied to construct a passive solar greenhouse. Kitimat Municipal Code requires 9m rear yard. Proposed greenhouse will be 1.5m from rear property line, measuring 4.3m high at the peak. Placement and orientation of greenhouse is to maximize solar gain. Location: 179 Chinook Avenue More Information Application, design concepts, and site plan are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Variance Permit, 330 Enterprise Avenue |
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Update: 13 June 2019 On Monday, 10 June 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development variance permit to allow construction of a new All West Glass facility at 330 Enterprise Avenue, with the following conditions: (a) Legal survey when footings or foundation are installed confirms: Application Property owners of 330 Enterprise Avenue sapplied to construct a new shop for All West Glass. Kitimat Municipal Code requires 4.5m front yards and allows up to 5m driveway access. Proposed building will be 1.7m from property line facing 4th Street. Proposed driveway access from Industrial Avenue will be 13.41m to allow for larger vehicles to access service bays. Location: 330 Enterprise Avenue More Information Application, site plans, and precedent image are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Variance Permit, 64 Anderson Avenue |
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Update: 13 June 2019 On Monday, 10 June 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development variance permit to allow construction of a shed at 64 Anderson street, with the following conditions: (a) Rear yard of two metres or more is maintained; Application Property owners of 64 Anderson Street applied to construct a new shed. Kitimat Municipal Code requires 7.5m rear yard. Proposed building will be 2m from rear property line, measuring 5m high at mid-pitch and 5.65m at the peak. Location: 64 Anderson Street More Information Application, Site Plans and renderings are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Temproray Use Permit, Coastal GasLink |
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Update: THAT Director of Community Planning & Development approve the temporary use permit application submitted by Macro Speicapag Joint Venture for to establish mechanical shops, site offices and a lay down yard on the Metre Station project site at 1.2km of South Hirsch Main Forest Service Road be issued for three years, conditional on: (a) Provincial tenure maintained in good standing; (b) Compliance with provincial and municipal regulations, including all provincial reclamation and safety standards; and (c) Valid municipal business license.
TUP was approved 6 June by Director of Community Planning and Development.
More Information? The application, public comment received, and other background material is available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Most of this information is also available at www.kitimat.ca/pn. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910.
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| Development Variance Permit, 71 Swallow Street |
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Update: 22 May 2019 Kitimat Council has approved a development variance permit for 71 Swallow Street to construct a detached workshop. Kitimat Municipal Code (KMC) requires 7.5m rear yard. Proposed building will be 1.14m from rear property line and 3.75m high measured to mid-pitch, 4.4m at the peak. Location: 71 Swallow Street More Information Application, site plan, and elevation are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Downtown Revitalization Area Development Permit, City Centre Mall |
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Update: 22 May 2019 Kitimat Council has approved a Downtown Revitalization Area Development Permit (DRA-DP) to update exterior portions City Centre Mall, with conditions: Proposed renovations will update Upper City Centre Mall to match façade of MStar Hotel. Sections and columns will match brick façade, with tan stucco similar to that shown here. Updates include removal of vent casings in favour of new seating spaces and landscaping. Updates facing Shopper’s Drug Mart will include new landscaping and a recycle centre next to MStar Hotel. West facing wall between lower entrance and Scotiabank will be updated with new second floor windows matching those above marquee. Remainder of wall will be painted to match façade of MStar Hotel and new offices shown here. Construction is expected until spring 2022. Entire project includes renovations to mall interior, new flooring and elevator that are outside scope of development permit. Exterior renovations must meet requirements of Downtown Design Guidelines. Guidelines may be reviewed on the District website. Location: Renovations are proposed to Upper mall and west side facades shown in Location Map. More Information Application and any additional materials are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning & Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Variance Permit, 77 Anderson Street |
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Update: 22 May 2019 Kitimat Council has approved a Development Variance Permit for 77 Anderson Street, to construct a workshop at 77 Anderson Street within 2.0 metres from rear property line and height of 5.0 metres measured to mid-pitch, be approved, conditional on: Property owners at 77 Anderson Street applied for a variance to construct a proposed workshop to be constructed within the rear yard setback. Proposed structure will be 2 metres from the rear property line and 5m in height measured to mid-pitch. Property is zoned R2-A Two Family Detached Residential. Kitimat Municipal Code requires 7.5 metre rear yards. Location: 77 Anderson Street More Information Application, site plan and renderings, and additional material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday from 15 April to 7 May 2019, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Permit, Horizon North, Fairfield Hotel and Suites |
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Update: Permit Approved, 6 May 2019 On Monday, 6 May 2019, Kitimat Council approved a development permit for Fairfield Hotel and Suites, with the following conditions: 1. Development corresponds to Proposed Site Plan DP 1 .0 dated 22 March 2019 and attached to Development Permit as Schedule A; Location: Highway Gateway Development Permit Area, 28 Highway 37 More Information Application, site plan and renderings, and additional material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910, dok@kitimat.ca. |
| Development Permit, Pace Realty |
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Update: 25 April 2019 Director of Community Planning and Development has approved a Downtown Revitalization Area Development Permit for Pace Realty at 252 City Centre. Business Owner is permitted to install a sign for a new store in City Centre Mall. Proposed sign will be installed below mall overhang, left of upper mall entrance. The sign will be partially illuminated with LED lit face on a brushed aluminium panel, 2.54cm (1”) clear acrylic push through letters and graphics. Sign must meet requirements of Downtown Design Guidelines. Where is it? 252 City Centre Mall More Information Application and design details are available on request at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910. Thank you for your on-going interest in revitalizing downtown Kitimat. |
| Development Permit, Small Town Vapes |
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Update: 17 April 2019 Public comment for this application has closed. A decision will be posted in the coming days. Application Business Owner applied to install a sign for a new store in City Centre Mall. Proposed sign will be installed on mall siding at the same height as other businesses, such as Telus, Bradley’s Bait and Tackle, and Scotiabank. The sign will not be illuminated and on an aluminium base that is non-reflective and non-metallic. Sign must meet requirements in Downtown Design Guidelines. Location: 209 City Centre Mall More Information Application and any additional material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910. |
| Density Benefit OCP Amendment Bylaw 1933 |
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Update: 1 April 2019 Kitimat Council has adopted Density Benefits Policy OCP Amendment Bylaw 1933. Amendment adds policies to the Official Community Plan to confirm a willingness to consider adding density with number of units to be determined at time of rezoning. Negotiated commitments would be secured through s.219 covenant or s.483 Housing Agreement. No property owner or developer would be guaranteed additional density in return for a pre-determined number of accessible or affordable housing units. Housing Diversity Policy 4.3.3 is also amended to reflect current conditions. Recommendation 16 of the Kitimat Housing Action Plan states “the OCP should be amended to establish a general policy that inclusion of affordable and accessible rental housing may be a condition of residential rezoning”. At Council's direction, density benefits will be considered for amenities including accessible, affordable and rental housing; regenerative landscape design, green water management and storm water management and drainage systems, active transportation, energy efficient building construction, and electric vehicle charging stations, Need More Information? Bylaw, Council Reports, and background material are available for review at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8900. |
| Multi-Family Development Permit: 1851 Kingfisher Avenue |
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28 February 2019 Update Background Kingfisher Development Corporation had applied for a new development permit for a 5-building, 40-unit townhouse complex at 1851 Kingfisher Avenue. Application was to updated a previous development permit that has expired. Location Proposed location is north of Margetts Street on “Kingfisher North”. The existing driveway that is used to access the Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club will become a municipal road. More Information Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Streetscape, and Council Reports may be viewed at the District of Kitimat office, 270 City Centre, 8:30a.m. - 5:00 p.m., excluding weekends and statutory holidays. |
| Zoning and OCP Amendment for 461 Quatsino Boulevard |
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Status: Kitimat Council adopted Bylaw 1934 on 4 March 2019 Update Background More Information Providing Comment
Public Hearing will be held at the Luso Canadian Association Multi-Purpose Hall, 159 Konigus Street, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, 4 March 2019. Public Handbook
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| Development Variance Permit - 38 Starling Street |
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Background The property owners of 38 Starling Street seek a development variance permit (DVP) to construct a garage to replace an existing carport. Kitimat Municipal Code requires 4.5m front yard. Proposed building will be 3.35m from front property line and 3.56m to top of roof. Current carport is attached to carport at 34 Starling. Applicant is responsible for ensuring that the remaining carport is structurally sound and finished on the exterior wall. More Information Application and other background materials are available at the District of Kitimat reception desk, 270 City Centre, 8:30 a.m. - noon and 1:00-4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Further inquiries should be directed to Community Planning and Development at 250-632-8910. Providing Comment Anyone wishing to comment on this issue may provide written comment to Kitimat Council c/o 270 City Centre, V8C 2H7; fax 250-632-4995; or email dok@kitimat.ca. Comments received by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, 17 January 2019 will be included in the Council report. Submissions received after this deadline but before 4:30 p.m. on Monday, 21 January will be read before Council at the Regular Meeting. You may also speak in person, or deliver written comment, at the Council meeting on Monday, 21 January 2019, 7:30 p.m. at 606 Mountainview Square. |
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