The West End Residential Areas Policy Plan (1987) resulted in revised RM-5, 5A, 5B, 5C zoning and guidelines. The Plan also included measures to ensure adequate provision of services, facilities, and park space into the future.

In 1995, Vancouver City Council approved CityPlan: Directions for Vancouver. CityPlan is a citywide plan that will guide City decisions on programs, priorities and actions through 2021. CityPlan provides general directions for a range of topics and issues in which the City is involved including neighbourhood centres, housing variety and affordability, neighbourhood character, services, safety, arts and culture, public places, economy and jobs, transportation, environment, downtown development, financial accountability, and decision making. [CityPlan & Community Visions Program Overview]

The Community Visions Program is a component of CityPlan that provides each community with an opportunity to look into its future, determine its needs and aspirations, and set a course that is consistent with CityPlan. Community visioning is being implemented in areas where there has been little or no previous community planning.

The West End has undergone extensive community planning and will not be part of the Community Visioning process. It may be included in a "re-visioning" process in the future.

Zoning

To find out what zoning types are permitted in the West End check the Detailed Map (VanMap) and select 'Zoning Districts' to turn on the zoning information layer. For assistance viewing items, or to find what other types of information can be obtained through our web-based map system, visit our VanMap homepage.

For information on zoning definitions and terms visit our Zoning and Development By-law webpage.

For more detailed information on what is permitted in various zones contact our Development Services Enquiry Centre.

Comments or questions? Send us e-mail at community@vancouver.ca