Development Applications
The Development Applications Division is responsible for:
- Reviewing all development applications (i.e. rezoning, development permits, development variance permits, subdivisions, etc.)
- Assessing and collecting Development Cost Charges and other development related fees;
- Coordinating the design and installation of infrastructure improvements for all new developments as required;
- Providing advice on engineering matters in the community planning process;
- Naming streets and providing street addresses; and
- Maintenance of property records.
This division is staffed by a team of 14, with a combined total of over 150 years of experience with the City of Richmond. The division functions as an integrated team combining planning and engineering backgrounds, as needed for the variety of development applications.
The Development Applications Division works with other City departments including: Transportation, Policy Planning, Engineering and Public Works, Clerk's, Law, Zoning, Building Approvals, Community Bylaws, Finance and Richmond City Council.
The division also consults directly with property owners, residents, developers, architects, engineers, planners, other government bodies as part of the development application review process.
Contacts: Development Applications
Related Topics:
- Business & Development (point your mouse on Development in the menu)
- Richmond Official Community Plan
- Planning & Zoning
- Development Permit Guide
- Subdivision Guide
- Rezoning Guide
- Publications List
- Environmental Sustainability (browse the fly out menu for topics)
- GIS Inquiry - Richmond Map
- City Bylaws (see Zoning Bylaw)
