The Regional District of East Kootenay is starting a new planning process that will identifying needed updates to RDEK zoning and land use bylaw regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADU).
“This will be a comprehensive planning process that will not only ensure RDEK regulations continue to comply with new provincial legislation for small-scale-multi-residential housing but will also define what ADUs are in our zoning bylaws and take into account a wide range of different related regulations and policies,” said RDEK planner Sarah Baines.
“Equally important to the process will be the public engagement to ensure diverse perspectives on ADUs are shared and incorporated as part of the process.”
No dates have been set, but there will be different engagement opportunities.
“From open houses to online surveys, roundtable discussions, and dedicated conversations by invite, there will be a number of ways people can meaningfully contribute to the process in the coming months,” added Baines.
ADUs are classified as independent, self-contained living spaces that are in addition to the principal dwelling unit or structure on a single property.
A draft bylaw will be formed after the engagement is done through the summer and fall.
Its expected to be brought before the RDEK board in early 2026.
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