Development Applications

The Development Applications Department is responsible for:

• Reviewing all development applications (i.e. rezoning, development permits, development variance permits, subdivisions, etc.)
• Assessing and collecting Development Cost Charges and other development related fees;
• Coordinating the design and installation of infrastructure improvements for all new developments as required;
• Providing advice on engineering matters in the community planning process;
• Naming streets and providing street addresses; and
• Maintenance of property records.

The Development Applications Department works with other City divisions including: Transportation, Policy Planning, Engineering and Public Works, Clerk's, Law, Zoning, Building Approvals, Community Bylaws, Finance and Richmond City Council.

The division also consults directly with property owners, residents, developers, architects, engineers, planners, other government bodies as part of the development application review process.

Contacts: Development Applications

Related Topics:

• Planning, Building & Development (point your mouse on Development in the menu)
• Richmond Official Community Plan
• Planning & Zoning
• Development Permit: A Guide to Obtaining a Development Permit in Richmond
• Subdivision Guide: A Guide to Subdividing Property in Richmond
• Rezoning Guide: A Guide to Rezoning Property in Richmond
• Publications List
• Sustainability & Environment (browse the fly-out menu for topics)
• City Bylaws (see Zoning Bylaw)
• Richmond Interactive Map (RIM)