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Construction & Permits
When developing in the City of Castlegar permits and approvals must be obtained through the application process. Start by requesting property information to help plan your project. When you’re ready to apply, schedule a pre-application meeting to ensure your application is complete. This process will help you understand the approvals and permits required for your ......
City Launches New Accessory Dwelling Program
The City of Castlegar is launching its Accessory Dwelling Program, providing homeowners with guidance and resources to help them create new housing on their properties. This initiative aligns with new provincial legislation requiring municipalities to allow up to four dwelling units per property in low-density residential zones. The City’s new Zoning Bylaw 1428, adopted in ......
City Provides Update on Housing Project at 925 Columbia Avenue
The City of Castlegar is advancing plans for a new housing project at 925 Columbia Avenue, which will provide up to 78 new non-market housing units to help address the community’s growing need for affordable housing. This project is a collaboration between the City of Castlegar, BC Housing, and Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society. The ......
Council Highlights – January 13 & February 3, 2025
Mayor and Council are responsible for setting the tax rate, approving the City’s budget and determining overarching service levels. Below are the highlights from the latest Council meetings, summarizing recent actions and outcomes. 2025 Budget Deliberations & Opportunity for Feedback Following two days of deliberations on January 20 and 23, Council approved the Draft 2025–2029 ......
Council Highlights – November 18, 2024
Mayor and Council are responsible for setting the tax rate, approving the City’s budget and determining overarching service levels. Below are the highlights from the latest Council meetings, summarizing recent actions and outcomes. Delegation – British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) Danielle Jackman, Branch Manager, and Sue Johnson, Animal ......
Homeowner & Builder Resources
Find resources for homeowners and builders available from various services and agencies. BC Housing BC Housing provides programs such as grants, seminars, workshops and webinars to provide best practices, up-to-date research and building code information. Learn more: bchousing.org Building Smart BC Residential Tenancy Branch This provincial office supports residential tenants and landlords. Learn about becoming ......
Standardized Housing Designs
The Province has commissioned digital designs free to the public that can be used by builders, designers and homeowners. Standardized, customizable residential designs and companion catalogue are available from the Province for accessory dwellings and small-scale, multi-unit housing on lots zoned R-1 to R-3 and some commercial zones. The digital designs are free to the ......
Accessory Dwellings
As of July 2024, most residential properties in Castlegar can have up to four dwellings, including Accessory Dwellings (ADUs). What Are Accessory Dwellings? An accessory dwelling is a smaller, secondary home located on the same lot as the main dwelling, such as a secondary suite, basement suite, carriage house, and garden suite. Which Accessory Dwelling ......