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# Development Engineering
> **Development Bylaw Update**: On Monday, June 27, 2022, City Council adopted Bylaw No. 3260-2022, Development Bylaw, 2022 which replaces Bylaw No. 2070-2011, Development Bylaw, 2011 and Bylaw No. 2045-2011, Storm Water Source Control Bylaw, 2011.
View the Summary of Changes
The Development Bylaw regulates the engineering design and construction standards relating to subdivision developments and on off-site infrastructure improvements associated with building permits.
* On Monday, June 27, 2022, City Council adopted Bylaw No. 3260-2022, Development Bylaw, 2022 which replaces Bylaw No. 2070-2011, Development Bylaw, 2011 and Bylaw No. 2045-2011, Storm Water Source Control Bylaw, 2011.
Summary of Changes
**BACKGROUND:**
The Development Bylaw regulates the subdivision and development of land in the City of Abbotsford and sets out the standards to which works and services are designed and constructed. Works and Service that are required as part of the development of land (Subdivision & Building permits) includes, but is not limited to:
+ Utilities, including water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
+ Roadways, including curbs, sidewalks, and bicycle lanes
+ Traffic signals and street lighting
+ Trails, landscaping and street trees
Staff along with Urban Systems Ltd engaged with stakeholders and the public in early 2020. The consultation process included meeting with the Development Advisory Committee of Council, along with key stakeholder groups including the Urban Development Institute, Fraser Valley Home Builders Association, the Chamber of Commerce and local consulting engineers, developers and members of the public. Feedback from the consultation process was incorporated into the Development Bylaw that went to Council for adoption.
* #### Development Cost Charges (DCCs) Bylaw Update
On June 24, 2025, City Council adopted Bylaw No. 3633-2025, Development Cost Charges Imposition Bylaw, 2021, No. 3174, Amendment Bylaw, 2025, No. 3633 with an effective date of February 1, 2026.
Applications received prior to the effective date will be given in-stream rate protection to the 2023 Development Cost Charge rates provided they receive final approval or issuance prior to February 1, 2027.
All new applications submitted after the effective date will be charged the updated 2025 Development Cost Charges rates.
#### Amenity Cost Charges (ACCs) Bylaw Update
On June 24, 2025, City Council adopted Bylaw No. 3637-2025, Amenity Cost Charges Imposition Bylaw, 2025 with an effective date of February 1, 2026.
#### Development Cost Charges (DCCs) & Amenity Cost Charges (ACCs) Rates
+ 2025 DCC & ACC Rates Summary
+ 2023 DCC Rates Summary
#### Payment Options
The City of Abbotsford does NOT accept credit cards for the payment of Development Cost Charges (DCCs).
#### Development Cost Charges FAQs
Detailed information regarding DCC's is also provided in the following bylaw:
+ Amenity Cost Charges Imposition Bylaw, 2025 Bylaw No. 3637-2025
+ Development Cost Charges Imposition Bylaw No. 3174-2021
+ 2025 DCC Bylaw Update Bulletin
* + Engineering Standards for Drawing Submissions
+ Transportation Impact Assessment Terms of Reference
+ Guidelines for using Traffic Modelling Tools for Transportation Impact Assessment (TIA)
+ Water Connection Fees and DCCs
Hard copies of the brochures are available from City Hall.
* + Form E1 - Inspection Summary And Request For Deficiency Inspection
+ Form E2 - Certificate Of Inspection And Request For Substantial Completion
+ Form E3 - Certificate Of Inspection And Request For Final Acceptance
+ Form E10 - Certificate Of Watermain Testing And Commissioning
* The following compressed (.zip) files will provide access to the following:
+ Autocad (.dwg) template file with layers and line types containing multiple layouts for:
- sheet frame and title block
- drawing notes
- sample cover sheet
- service record card
- fire hydrant card
+ Plot configuration file (.stb)
+ Symbol library file (.zip)
See Autocad Standards
## Product Approval Process
The City of Abbotsford welcomes the opportunity to review new or innovative products and materials for use in construction, operation and maintenance of City infrastructure and Facilities.
* All new product submissions will be reviewed by a Materials Review Committee (MRC) depending upon the intended use of the product and which division is impacted. Members of the MRC will be assigned by the affected division's Director and will meet in February and November to review product submissions.
1. View complete process
2. View Approved Materials and Products
Submit Product Review request form