The Zoning Bylaw helps to implement the broader vision set out in the Official Community Plan. All properties in Port Alberni have a legal classification (Zone) that specifies the uses or activities that can take place on that property as well as other regulations including building size, siting on the property and parking requirements. The current Zoning Bylaw was adopted by Council on June 10, 2024.
Full document in .pdf format: CITY OF PORT ALBERNI ZONING BYLAW 5105, 2024
TABLE OF AMENDMENTS for bylaw updates.
ZONING MAP (Schedule A)
For your convenience we have broken the bylaw into Sections below:
Table of Contents, User Guide and Administration (Sections 1-3)
Definitions (Section 4)
Establishment of Zones (Section 5)
Rural and Residential zones
Commercial zones
Industrial zones
Institutional and Park/Recreation zones
Comprehensive Development Zones (Section 8)
General Regulations (Section 6)
Parking and Loading (Section 7)
Permitted Uses by Zone
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The Zoning Bylaw Amendment Process
Application Forms for amendments to land use bylaws including Zoning Bylaw Amendment
Fees And Charges for land use applications including Zoning Bylaw Amendment
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