Urban Design Panel
Overview
Membership and terms of reference for the Urban Design Panel are prescribed in Council by-law No. 4722 
as amended on June 2, 2009.
Membership
The Panel is a professional advisory body composed of not less than 13 members appointed by Council as follows:
- Six members of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC)
- Two members of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (APEGBC)
- Two members of the BC Society of Landscape Architects (BCSLA)
- One representative of the development industry from either UDI, GVHBA or BOMA
- One member of the Vancouver City Planning Commission
- One practicing professional artist, having specialized training in the field, or a history of exhibitions as an artist, and who is recognized as an artist by peers and arts professionals.
Members
Terms expire December 2, 2012:
- Robert Barnes (BCSLA)
- Helen Besharat (AIBC)
- Greg Borowski (AIBC)
- Vincent Dumoulin (Practicing Professional Artist)
- Alan Endall (AIBC)
- Arno Matis (VCPC)
- Geoff McDonnell (APEGBC)
Terms expire December 1, 2013:
- Darryl Condon (AIBC)
- Veronica Gillies (AIBC)
- David Grigg (APEGBC)
- Bruce Hemstock (BCSLA)
- Norman Shearing (Development Industry)
- Peter Wreglesworth (AIBC)
Duties
The Panel provides impartial and professional advice to the Director of Planning, the Development Permit Board or to City Council on any proposal or policy affecting the physical environment of the community. In particular, the Panel offers advice on significant development permit applications that are to be reviewed by the Development Permit Board or Director of Planning, as well as comprehensive rezoning applications and other projects of public interest.
Reappointment
Panel members are eligible for reappointment. There is no limit on terms.
Meetings
Meetings are normally held every other Wednesday at 4 p.m. at City Hall. Special meetings are convened when necessary.
Time Commitment
Preparation time is required for each meeting.
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