Bylaws, Documents, and Reports
Phase 1 of the Bylaw and Policy Updates project involved reviewing Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) regulations and policies to identify potential obstacles to agriculture in the region as well as some possible approaches for how the obstacles could be addressed. Phases 2 and 3 involved reviewing and confirming research with the AAC, engaging community and external stakeholders, and determining the level of support for the proposed amendments. Phase 4 involved initiating amendments to Bylaw 500 and 1285. These amendments have now been adopted. See below for the adopted amendment bylaws.The following provides links to various documents and reports that were prepared as part of the Bylaw and Policy Update Project.
Adopted Amendment Zoning Amendment Bylaws
Reports
- June 9, 2016 Staff Report - Request for adoption
- May 6, 2016 Staff Report - Receive report of public hearing and request 3rd reading
- February 26, 2016 Staff Report - Request for 1st and 2nd reading as revised
- January 29, 2016 Staff Report - Request for 1st and 2nd reading
- May 12, 2015 Staff Report - To present draft amendments and a community engagement plan
- Discussion Paper - A document that outlines a list of obstacles and approaches to consider addressing in the project
- Terms of Reference - Provides background information and defines the project scope, process, and timeframe
- Public Consultation Plan - Specifies how the RDN will seek input from the community
- October 24, 2014 Workshop Results
- December 11, 2014 Meeting Summary
- December 16, 2014 Meeting Summary
- November 24, 2014 - January 5, 2015 Survey Results
- January 23, 2015 AAC Minutes
- Community Engagement Results January 26, 2015
- Community Engagement Results January 2016