Development charges & levies — Williams Lake, British Columbia
What development charges or levies apply to new construction? How much per new home?
In the City of Williams Lake, British Columbia, development charges & levies rules are set by Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2280, 2018, verified 2026-10-19. Payable: At approval of subdivision or issue of building permit. Exemptions: No charge where no new capital cost burdens; previously paid; tax-exempt; units ≤29 m² residential; work ≤$50,000. Services covered: Sewage, water, drainage and highway facilities, other than off-street parking facilities.
Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2280, 2018
adopted bylaw
services covered
Sewage, water, drainage and highway facilities, other than off-street parking facilities.
"sewage, water, drainage and highway facilities"
exemptions
No charge where no new capital cost burdens; previously paid; tax-exempt; units ≤29 m² residential; work ≤$50,000.
s. 4.1–4.5
payment timing
At approval of subdivision or issue of building permit.
s. 3
scout note
Imposes development cost charges on new development to fund water, sewer, drainage, road, and park infrastructure needed to service growth.