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Winlaw Recycling Depot Permanent Closure

Effective March 31, 2025 Nelson, BC:  On January 16, 2025, the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Board of Directors…

RDCK Board Highlights – February 2025

2025-2029 Draft Financial Plan The current draft of this year’s financial plan is showing an average taxation increase of 6.5%,…

Reimagining Castlegar Recreation Engagement Wraps Up with Final Report

Nelson, BC: The public engagement project, Reimagining Recreation Services in the Castlegar & District Area, has come to a close…

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Mar 25

Nelson Community Recreation Campus Public Meeting #1

The RDCK and the City of Nelson are coming back to residents in Nelson and…

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Mar 25

Area B Advisory Planning and Heritage Commission Meeting

To promote transparency and ensure accessibility, we offer the option to attend all RDCK Board,…

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Become a RDCK Water Service

The RDCK is now accepting expression of interest submissions to become a RDCK water service. The objective of the acquisition plan and policy is to offer long term solutions to small water systems in the region. Many of these water systems face a number of challenges, including water quality issues, aging infrastructure, and inadequate cost recovery. Any water and wastewater system located within the boundaries of the RDCK can submit an Expression of Interest to become a RDCK service.

Become a RDCK Water Service

RDCK Public Web Map

The RDCK Geospatial Service provides Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping solutions for the Regional District of Central Kootenay and our member municipalities.

The GIS Team supports development planning, asset management, operations, emergency management and other regional spatial needs, ensuring data-driven-decision-making through data analytics and innovative GIS solutions.

RDCK Public Web Map

RDCK Electoral Areas Map

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Short-Term Rental Registration and Compliance in the RDCK

In most zoned areas of the RDCK’s electoral areas, Short-Term Rentals (STRs) are not permitted. Property owners should review zoning regulations to determine whether STRs are allowed on their property.

The RDCK does not currently have a business licensing system and does not issue business licenses. As a result, there are no business licensing requirements for Short-Term Rentals in the RDCK.

STR operators must register their rentals with the Province of British Columbia and comply with all applicable RDCK regulations including zoning regulations, Official Community Plans, and Land Use Bylaws. Provincial registration and data-sharing requirements remain in effect and are enforced by the Province.

Click here for more information on provincial requirements. 

For inquiries regarding Zoning, Official Community Plans, and Land Use Bylaws, please contact:

Phone: 250.352.1536

Email: plandept@rdck.bc.ca

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Summer Camps Coming Soon

Mark your calendars! Summer Camps are coming soon.

Summer Camp details will be available on Monday, April 7 and registration will be open on Monday, April 14, at 7:00am.

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