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Boards, Panels and Commissions

• The Development Permit Board
  How the City handles major developments (includes Agendas & Minutes).
  
  
• The Urban Design Panel
  Professional Advice on Major Developments (includes Agendas & Minutes).
  
  
• Board of Variance and Parking Variance Board
  An appeal body that hears and decides upon zoning, development permit, signage, tree by-law, and parking matters.
  
  
• First Shaughnessy Advisory Design Panel
  Professional advice regarding all major development permit applications in the First Shaughnessy District.
  
  
• Vancouver City Planning Commission
  The Commission assists City Council in an advisory capacity by considering and submitting reports on matters relating to planning and development of the City.
  
  
• Vancouver Heritage Commission
  The Commission advises City Council on matters regarding heritage buildings, structures and lands, demolition, and preservation.
  
  

View information on other advisory bodies.

View information on eligibility and requirements for membership in an advisory body, how to apply for membership, and how appointments are made.

Questions or Comments? E-mail: planning@vancouver.ca

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