Costs

Subdivision Application Fees

Fees are established by Council in the Land Use and Development Application Fee Bylaw.

Note: Several of the District’s planning and development application fees have been updated to reflect current processing costs and to support timely, high-quality service delivery. Application fees shall increase by 3% annually for five years, rounded down to the nearest $5.00, commencing on January 1, 2027, with the final increase occurring on January 1, 2031. 

Additional Infomation

In addition to applicable application fees, depending on the scope of the development and specific site features there may be other significant costs to consider. These may include:              

  • Servicing costs - Subdivision Bylaw document regulations specify the servicing standards for your subdivision. Attached to the Bylaw is Schedule H.
  • Legal and survey costs.
  • Consultant fees (May include: Surveyors, Professional Engineers, Arborists, Qualified Environmental Professionals).
  • Development Cost Charges.
  • Development Permit Application fees.
  • Cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication.
    • Certain subdivisions may trigger the requirement to provide park dedication or cash-in-lieu pursuant to provincial regulations provided in Section 941 of the Local Government Act.