Within the City of Prince George, the
Official Community Plan (OCP) and
Zoning Bylaw are used to regulate land use. These documents inform the nature of development, uses, and the subdivision of land within Prince George.
Contact the Development Services department to book a pre-application meeting before you submit any applications. In this meeting, City staff will review your proposal and let you know what to expect from the application process.
Refer to the list below to learn about common permits and applications.
Rezoning
If you are proposing a use that is not permitted under the existing zoning, you need to complete
a Rezoning Application. This application can be used to amend the text of the existing zone, or to change to a different zone.
Contact Development Services to arrange a pre-application meeting before submitting your application.
View the
Rezoning and OCP Amendment Process Guide for more information.
Development permits
Depending on the nature of your project, you may need to apply for a
development permit. Development permits are required for a variety of purposes, including:
- Examining the form and character of a new commercial building
- Assessing the ecological impact of a development in environmentally sensitive, riparian areas
Contact Development Services to arrange a pre-application meeting before submitting your application so we can determine which development permits are applicable to your proposal.
View the
Development Permit Process Guide for more information.
Development Variance Permit
When aspects of a development do not align with the
Zoning Bylaw, it is possible to apply for a
Development Variance Permit. These permits allow for a variance to the zoning regulations. Please note that not all aspects of the Zoning Bylaw are able to be varied.
Contact Development Services to arrange a pre-application meeting before submitting your application.
Subdivision
Whether you are looking to subdivide your property into multiple lots or create a Bare Land Strata, contact Development Services to arrange a pre-application meeting before submitting your application.
Applications in Progress
There are no active OCP Amendment Applications at this time.