Review of Kelowna’s home ‘suite’ approval process
The review could begin as early as Monday, when a draft resolution on secondary suites comes before the new Kelowna city council.
Originally, City of Kelowna staff had been asked to review the technical aspects of secondary suite applications such as BC Building Code regulations, laneway access, heights and setbacks.
The broader scope of the review is now expected to include the overall process as well.
During his inauguration address, Mayor Walter Gray stated one of his goals was to streamline the secondary suite application process. ”It will save council time, considerable planning staff time and save the inconvenience to the public. It would save tax dollars as well,” Gray stated during his address.
“The proposal is to grant secondary suite zoning where a revised set of requirements is satisfied. As a key component, S-Zone applicants would supply written support from immediate and affected neighbours as a requirement of application.”
Full Story from by Wayne Moore – Story: 69378 Castanet Media Jan 5, 2012 / 4:41 pm
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