Council adopted Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw No. 3207 at its Ap…

Council adopted Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw No. 3207 at its April 29, 2026 meeting, with Councillor Jolicoeur opposed. The bylaw imposes amenity cost charges on new development to fund community amenities, adding a cost layer to building permit applications in Courtenay. The motion carried with a single dissenting vote; the charges take effect upon adoption and will apply to current and future development applications, including projects already in the approvals pipeline that have not yet received a building permit.

A rezoning application for an undisclosed address in Courtenay, BC, was approved by Council on April 29, 2026. The applicant sought a zoning change for the property. Council carried the motion, authorizing the amendment.