Submission Requirements for “Air Space” Subdivision Proposals

An air space application must depict at least one volumetric air space parcel, as well as a non-volumetric Remainder parcel tied to one of the primary building components/uses. A preliminary proposal must include the following:

1. A letter of application, which must include:

• the name, address, telephone and fax numbers of the person making the application;
• the property address and legal description;
• reference to relevant Development and Building Permits; and
• the intended use of the proposed parcels, including a detailed list of the uses and facilities to be contained in each parcel.

2. A letter of authorization from the property owner if you are acting on their behalf.

3. A non-refundable fee of $65,100, for developments having a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 2.0 or greater; or $32,500 for developments having Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of less than 2.0. Cheques should be made out to the “City of Vancouver”.

4. A current title search of the properties involved in the proposal, including a copy of any non-financial charges, notations, liens or interests. A charge summary is also required, which must include a lawyer’s opinion as to any impacts the subdivision will have on non-financial charges, notations, liens or interests.

5. A site plan showing an outline of the properties included in the subdivision; the dimensions of every existing and proposed parcel, at grade level; and the names and locations of the streets and lanes which abut the site.

6. Four sets of architectural drawings of the development, on 11" by 17" paper, showing colour overlays of the proposed air space parcel boundaries at every relevant level of the development (floor plans and sections). One full size set of architectural drawings should also be provided.

7. A copy of a code report prepared by a code consultant or Certified Professional, indicating how the air space parcels will comply with or satisfy an equivalency with Section 1.3.3.5 of the Vancouver Building By-law, at each air space boundary.

Proposals can be delivered to the Rezoning and Subdivision Counter, Third Floor, East Wing at City Hall, or mailed to:

The Approving Officer
Development Services
City of Vancouver
453 West 12th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4

For further information, please call 604.871.6627 or 604.873.7556.

Please note that the information contained in this website is intended as an overview about the Subdivision and Strata Title process. This information should not be construed as legal documentation. It departs from the necessary legal and technical terminology used in the Vancouver Charter and applicable City by-laws. Any contradiction, dispute, or difference between the contents of this website and applicable City by-laws, policies or guidelines will be resolved by reference to the by-laws or other official documents.

 

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