What Are the Zoning Requirements for Properties in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Areas? In Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) areas, the provincial legislation mandates minimum densities (measured in Floor Area Ratio or FAR), building heights (measured in storeys), and eliminates minimum residential parking requirements. While the City is not obligated to make additional zoning changes, further updates may be [...]
Will the City Rezone All Properties in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Areas? No, the City of Coquitlam is not obligated to "pre-zone" all properties within Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) areas to meet the requirements of provincial housing legislation. However, some properties within TOD zones may be rezoned or "pre-zoned" as a direct or indirect outcome of other provincial [...]
How Can I Determine Which Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Area Tier My Property Is In? The City is preparing a bylaw to identify which properties fall within each Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Area and their respective tier. TOD tiers are determined by the distance of a property from the nearest SkyTrain station, as outlined below. If any portion [...]
Does the City Have the Authority to Exclude or Exempt Properties Near SkyTrain Stations in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Areas? No, the City of Coquitlam does not have the authority to exclude or exempt properties or neighborhoods near SkyTrain stations that fall within a Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) area. According to provincial regulations, all lands currently zoned for [...]
What Are the Parking Requirements for Developments in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Areas? In Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) areas, the City cannot enforce minimum residential off-street parking requirements, except for accessible parking spaces for individuals with disabilities. This change, mandated by the Province, allows parking volumes to be determined by market demand rather than city standards. However, these [...]
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