At the end of 2023, the B.C. Government passed several pieces of legislation that apply across the province and impact the City of Coquitlam’s planning framework and development finance system.
Among these legislative changes is Bill 47, which mandates increased densities and heights in prescribed Transit-Oriented Areas.
On July 8, Coquitlam City Council approved the bylaws needed to comply with Bill 47.
Under this new legislation, for all lands currently zoned for residential or mixed residential uses and located within 800 metres of a rapid transit station (i.e. SkyTrain station), the City must eliminate minimum residential off-street parking requirements and allow the following minimum densities and heights set out by the Province:
Tier | Prescribed Distance from Station (metres) | Min. Allowable Density (FAR)* | Min. Allowable Height (storeys) |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 200 or less | 5.0 | Up to 20 |
2 | Greater than 200 to 400 | 4.0 | Up to 12 |
3 | Greater than 400 to 800 | 3.0 | Up to 8 |
*FAR stands for Floor Area Ratio. |
These new rules affect eight areas in Coquitlam close to SkyTrain stations.
For details on input opportunities, surveys and more, visit LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/TransitOrientedAreas
Coquitlam is hosting two public information sessions in October for residents to ask questions and learn about the City’s work to implement provincial housing legislation changes, aimed at increasing housing options across the province.
The information sessions are drop-in style with no set presentations or agenda. Participants will be able to view information materials, speak to City staff, and ask questions about the impacts on local neighbourhoods and future development.
Both venues are accessible and located near SkyTrain and transit stops, with on-site parking available.
Presentation materials from the information sessions will be posted to LetsTalkCoquitlam.ca/ProvincialHousingChanges as of Friday, October 4, along with an email contact for anyone unable to attend in person or wishing to provide additional feedback.
Updates and advisories to help you understand bylaw and zoning changes due to provincial housing changes.