Title
PUBLIC HEARING - 10:00 a.m.
Proposed Amendment to the Land Use Bylaw Section 18 Enforcement (Bylaw 2018-21)
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2018-21 receive first reading.
2. That Bylaw 2018-21 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2018-21 be presented at this meeting for third reading.
4. That Bylaw 2018-21 receive third and final reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
1. Administration supports that Bylaw 2018-21 receive first reading.
2. Administration supports that a public hearing be held at 10:00 a.m. at this meeting to hear public comment regarding Bylaw 2018-21.
3. Administration supports that Bylaw 2018-21 be presented to Council for second and third reading.
Purpose
The purpose of proposed Bylaw 2018-21 is to amend Land Use Bylaw 2017-18, Section 18 - Enforcement. The amendment will strengthen the Land Use Bylaw as it relates to land use enforcement by providing clarity and establishing set penalties related to land use offences.
Summary
This amendment is part of a larger land use bylaw strategy ensuring the document remains relevant and effectively responds to enforcement issues.
The Municipal Government Act gives municipalities their authority to enforce municipal law and impose penalties. The proposed amendment integrates the Municipal Government Act into the Land Use Bylaw as it relates to enforcement and incorporates specified penalties.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
The proposed Bylaw addresses land use enforcement specific to legislation in the Municipal Government Act.
Financial Impact:
Cost: 0
Source of Funding: NA