The community of Winter Harbour is subject to an Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 371) and a Zoning Bylaw (RDMW Zoning Bylaw No. 21, 1972). The Official Community Plan includes objectives and policies to guide decisions related to planning and land use management for the community into the future.
While Holberg does not have its own Official Community Plan, it is also subject to RDMW Zoning Bylaw No. 21. The Zoning Bylaw prescribes detailed regulations related to land use, the siting, size and dimensions of buildings, minimum lot size for the purposes of subdivision, etc. Please refer to the following links for more information:
Winter Harbour Official Community Plan:
Winter Harbour Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 371
Zoning Bylaw:
Zoning Bylaw No. 21, 1972 (Consolidated)
Zoning Map No. 6 – Winter Harbour
Zoning Map No. 8 – Holberg
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 641, 2001 (Amends Zoning Map No. 8 – Holberg)
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 671, 2002 (Amends Zoning Map No. 8 – Holberg)
While there is no Building Bylaw in effect that requires a Building Permit or Site Permit be applied for and issued for new construction in these communities, building construction must meet the requirements of the BC Building Code. As part of the planning for new construction, please ensure that the placement of buildings and structures comply with the regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 21, 1972.
With respect to the subdivision of land, the Ministry of Transportation processes and approves applications for this purpose. Information, including a copy of the application required for subdivision, can be found on the Ministry’s website at:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/DA/Subdivision_Home.asp
Applicants are encouraged to consult with the Regional District as a prelude to making application for subdivision.
If you have any questions regarding planning, development and building, please contact the Regional District by telephone at 250-956-3301 or by email at info@rdmw.bc.ca
