Planning
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Welcome to the City of Burnaby’s Planning Department.
The Department functions to advise and support City Council in the orderly management of growth and development in the City by preparing land use plans, bylaws and policies and by managing application approval processes consistent with the approved plans, bylaws and policies. The department also focuses on the development of city-wide and long range planning policies and strategies to guide future community and social development in the City.
Approval ProcessesFind information on the rezoning, subdivision and PPA processes |
HousingBurnaby’s housing policies and programs play an important supportive role in providing a range of housing in our community. |
Environmental PlanningLearn how Burnaby works toward the protection and enhancement of our environment. |
Social PlanningLearn how Burnaby works to improve the social well-being and social development of the community and all Burnaby citizens. |
Transportation PlanningFind out how Burnaby plans for all types of transportation. |
Heritage PlanningLearn about the City’s unique natural, cultural, archaeological and built heritage. |
Fees & Development Cost ChargesInformation on Burnaby’s fee schedule for development related costs. |
