Cultus Lake Zoning Bylaw Update

We are pleased to announce that the Zoning Bylaw Amendment for Cultus Lake Park was officially adopted in June! This significant development marks a new chapter in our community's growth and progress, and we are excited to share this news with all of you.

To ensure transparency and accessibility, we have updated our website and webmap with the latest information on the Zoning Bylaw Amendment. Now, all residents can visit our website at www.fvrd.ca to access detailed information regarding the amendments, their implications, and how they may impact our community.

We encourage you to explore the updated bylaw on our website and webmap to gain a better understanding of the changes brought about by the Zoning Bylaw Amendment.

Should you have any specific queries or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Andrea Antifaeff, Planner I – FVRD at aantifaeff@fvrd.ca or 604-702-5059.

Summary of Changes:

1. Redefine the boundary of the R-3 zone to include only properties located waterfront on First Avenue and increase the front setback for single-family dwellings to 2.65 metres (8.69 feet) to accommodate parking partly within the lot and partially within the road right-of-way.
2. Create a new zone R-5 - Waterfront Residential Lower Lakeshore Drive (Lots 1 - 27), wherein the maximum height allowed for single-family dwellings is 6.7 metres (22 feet) and modify the rear setback requirement to also be measured from the natural boundary of Cultus Lake.
3. Create a new zone R-6 - Waterfront Residential Upper Lakeshore Drive (Lots 27 - 44), wherein the maximum height allowed for single-family dwellings is 5.8 metres (19 feet) and modify the rear setback requirements to also be measured from the natural boundary of Cultus Lake.
4. In the existing R-4 zone, reduce the maximum height allowed for single-family dwellings to 7.62 metres (25 feet) and measure the height from the average grade.