Site Development on Pender Island
Site Development
The amount of site Development required on an individual site will vary considerably. You may be purchasing in an established neighbourhood with power, water and even sewage collection to the property line or things may be much more primitive.No matter what your circumstances are we trust that the resources you find here will help you navigate through the process.
For your convenience we have also provided a directory of Pender Island services and contractors. Dockside Realty Ltd is providing these names for information purposes only and in no way are we endorsing a particular service provider. Disclaimer
Building Inspection
The Building Inspection division of the CRD is responsible for the regulation of construction, alteration, repair or demolition of buildings and structures on Pender Island. more...The CRD Web site contains a wealth of information both online and in the pdf format which can be accessed through these links: Permits ~ Building Envelope Illustrations
Driveway Development
The BC Ministry of Transportation is responsible for regulating residential driveway development on Pender Island. You will find the Residential Highways Information Sheet to be most helpful.Topics include:
- Best location on your property for an access
- What you need to look for in developing a safe access
- Construction standards for a driveway
There are also a number of documents you may download on driveway construction:
Driveway Plan Diagram ~ Profile Diagram ~ Culvert SpecificationsDriveway Access Permit applications:
Contact Fred Hughes/Mike Donald Fax: (250) 952-4508 (250) 952-4489
Land use, planning and zoning
Land use, planning and zoning for North Pender and South Pender are governed by Islands Trust under two different Official Community Plans. We recommend that you contact the appropriate planner for more information.Islands Trust Enquiries
North Pender: Call Island Planner, Robert Kojima at (250) 405-5159 or
write to rkojima@islandstrust.bc.ca.
South Pender: Call Regional Planner, Brodie Porter at (250) 405-5170 or write to bporter@islandstrust.bc.ca.
Power Connection
BC Hydro is responsible for providing electricity to Pender. You can request a new service or change your service here!
Sewage Disposal
Magic Lake Estates has a sewage plant that services approximately 550 properties but all remaining sites will require a septic system. If you are purchasing a Magic Lake property the real estate listing should clarify this issue or you may call your realtor.Septic Systems
To check the suitability of your prospective property for a septic system you will need a Perc Test. You can find a contractor here!
Water Access
If you have a waterfront property you will need to determine it's suitablity for water access. You can a suitable contractor in our carpenter listings.
Water Connections
There are three areas where water connections are available:For all other areas a well will be required. The staff at Dockside Realty will be happy to clarify your situation. You may call Toll Free at 1 866 629-3166 or write to info@propertyonpender.com
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