Adopts the BC Building Code and sets local building permit requirements, inspection, and construction regulation for the City of Nanaimo.
Zoning & land use — Nanaimo, British Columbia
What can I build? Do I need a development permit?
The City of Nanaimo, British Columbia has 5 adopted bylaws on file: Building Bylaw 2016 No. 7224; City of Nanaimo Zoning Bylaw No. 4500; Development Approval Information Bylaw 2022 No. 7346; Development Procedures and Notification Bylaw 2024 No. 7375; Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw 2026 No. 7454, verified 2026-08-28.
Comprehensive zoning bylaw regulating land use, development standards, and permitted uses throughout the City of Nanaimo.
Sets when a Development Approval Information report is required from applicants for rezoning, development permit or subdivision applications in Nanaimo.
Establishes procedures, application requirements and public-notification rules for rezoning, development permit and other land-use applications in Nanaimo.
Current consolidated bylaw setting subdivision approval requirements and engineering/servicing standards (roads, utilities) developers must meet in Nanaimo.