If you want to submit a development application or inquiry, use the forms and links below. Each page includes a guide with general information about:
- when you need this type of application
- the application process
- what you need to submit
Before you apply
Make sure your application form is complete and signed. Incomplete applications (missing forms or required documents) will be returned. The City does not keep incomplete applications.
To avoid delays
- Discuss your proposal and application requirements with the relevant department before applying.
- Review all relevant requirements, policies and bylaws.
- Make sure your application clearly show how it complies with the bylaws.
- The applicant or registered professional must ensure all submission material, including plans, are consistent.
- Applications with inconsistencies will be returned without review.
Application forms, guides and related links
Find the right application form and related links below. Some links provide general guidance on bylaws and requirements, even if you don’t need an application.
Building and construction
- Accessory buildings and structures
- Deck construction and alteration
- Driveway permit application form
- Fence regulations (Zoning Bylaw No. 2500, 2007)
- Garage conversion
- Secondary suites
- Sign permit application form
Development and land use
- Provincial Agricultural Land Commission
- Board of Variance application form [PDF/472KB]
- Development permit application form
- Development variance permit application form and guidelines [PDF/326KB]
- Heritage alteration permit application form [PDF/292KB]
- Official Community Plan
- Subdivision
- Tree cutting permit application form
- Zoning amendment
Business and commercial
- Business licence
- Commercial tenant alterations and improvements
- Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption application form
- Sidewalk patio application form
Addressing and servicing
Related links
- Application forms
- Building Bylaw No. 3114, 2023 [PDF/398KB]
- Business Licence Bylaw [PDF/1.1MB]
- Development Cost Charges Bylaw [PDF/92KB]
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 3106, 2023 [PDF/3.6MB]
- Downtown Courtenay Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw [PDF/1.3MB]
- Fill Placement & Soil Removal Bylaw [PDF/173KB]
- Official Community Plan
- Pesticide Use Bylaw [PDF/47KB]
- Road permits
- Sign Bylaw [PDF/1.1MB]
- Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw [PDF/11.4MB]
- Tree Protection Bylaw [PDF/425KB]
- Zoning Bylaw 2500, 2007 [PDF/4.9MB]