Episode 18: Making sense of the new Zoning bylaw

Neighbourhoods don’t happen by chance. How private and public land is used within a city is determined by a Zoning Bylaw, dividing the city into distinct areas and with permitted uses. Compare the layout of a city to that of a home — a toilet in the middle of a living room is the wrong fit.  Zoning ensures an industrial park is not built on farmland and that amenities like schools and grocery stores are built close to residential neighbourhoods. 

The City recently updated its Zoning Bylaw after more than 25 years. Kelowna has changed a lot over that time and zoning should reflect the growing community. What does it mean for the average property owner? Do you know what you can and cannot build on your own property or what may be coming to a street near you? In this week's episode, host Bob Evans talks to City Planners Adam Cseke and Barbara Crawford on the changes.