250-352-8165
plandept@rdck.bc.ca
Representing Diverse Communities in the Kootenays
Significant changes have occurred in the past few years related to food systems and agriculture in the RDCK. The project will consider current legislation such as the Agricultural Land Commission Act, existing plans such as the RDCK Agricultural Plan, and best management documents as well as input from farmers, ranchers, farming organizations, and the public to update RDCK land use regulations with the goal of supporting farming and protecting farmland in the RDCK.
How can I be involved?
There are a number of engagement activities included in the project timeline. Information on how to get involved will posted here.
Areas D, E, H & G Referral
Have your say about the proposed changes. Provide written comments by email, mail or in person before 4:00 PM July 6th. Review the referral package here:
Project Backgrounders
Information is included below for topics being considered for RDCK land use regulation changes as part of this project.
TASK | DESCRIPTION | STATUS |
Board Endorsement | Staff report to Rural Affairs Committee: Agricultural Policy Review | Complete |
Interviews and/or Focus Groups | Group or individual interviews with farming organizations and RDCK Commissions |
Complete
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Public Survey | Survey of options directed at farmers, ranchers, ALR land owners, and general public |
Complete
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Draft Amendments | Compile engagement results and draft proposed bylaw amendments: Engagement Results |
Complete |
Referral |
Refer proposed bylaw amendments to internal departments and external agencies for 30 days |
Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K In progress: D, E, G & H |
1st and 2nd Reading |
Board consideration of proposed bylaw amendments: Staff Report |
Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K |
Open Houses | Public presentations of the proposed bylaw amendments | Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K |
Public Hearing |
Formal public hearing |
Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K |
Refinement | Incorporate comments received and make any changes | Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K |
3rd Reading | Board consideration of bylaw amendments | Complete: Areas A, B, C, F, I, J & K |
Adoption | Bylaws are implemented and in effect |
Complete: Areas A, B & C (October 13, 2022) Pending for Areas F, I, J & K (Summer 2023) |
Stephanie Johnson, Planner
Tel: 250-352-8175
Email: sjohnson@rdck.bc.ca
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