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Development Applications in Ucluelet
The Planning Department is responsible for the review and processing of development applications, including rezoning, development permits and subdivision. This ensures that development occurs in compliance with the vision of the Official Community Plan, the Zoning Bylaw and subsequent development regulations.
One or more of these development applications might be required before development can begin on your property:
- Board of Variance
- Development Permit
- Rezoning
- Subdivision
- Temporary Use Permit (TUP)
- Development Variance Permit (DVP)
Pages within this section contain details of the appliation process for each permit type and links to useful information to assist with your submission.
The Local Government Act [RSBC 2015], Part 14 - Planning and Land Use Management provides details of Public Hearing procedures and permit requirements. The District of Ucluelet Development Approval Procedures Bylaw No.1350, 2024 should be consulted for local requirements.
The Planning Department should be consulted throughout the application. They can advise if additional information such as geotechnical studies, impact assessments and environmental management plans are required to accompany your application.
Fire Services Development Design Guidelines
The District of Ucluelet’s Fire Services Development Design Guidelines set the minimum fire safety standards for all development within the Ucluelet Fire Rescue service area. These guidelines are in place to ensure public safety and uniformity across new development, facilitating safe and effective emergency responses.
