PRRD Shares New Regional Zoning Bylaw Draft for Public Review and Feedback

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is pleased to share the new draft Regional Zoning Bylaw for public review and feedback. Following public engagement earlier this year, staff have crafted a draft bylaw based on the feedback received from over 600 regional residents.

The PRRD heard residents wanted larger residential accessory buildings, more dwelling units and different housing forms, fewer industrial uses in residential areas and less regulations and red tape in general.

Staff have worked hard to incorporate feedback and reduce unnecessary regulations while providing structure and clarity around permitted uses.

Residents are encouraged to review this draft and provide feedback via an online survey at haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/RZB open from October 1, 2025, to November 30, 2025 at 4:30pm (MST). Responses are anonymous and voluntary. Hard copies of the survey are available at both PRRD offices in Dawson Creek (1981 Alaska Avenue) and Fort St. John (9505 100 Street).

“We’re creating a unified Regional Zoning Bylaw that reflects the needs and priorities of our communities and simplifies regulations,” said Board Chair Leonard Hiebert. “Public input is crucial to shape a new bylaw that will work for everyone in our region.”

Background

The PRRD is developing a new Regional Zoning Bylaw to replace the existing five zoning bylaws, some dating back to 1976. This initiative will create one unified bylaw to better serve regional communities. The new bylaw will bring several benefits including improved accessibility and updated regulations based on community feedback.

In-person engagement events are being scheduled around the region from November 15 – 23 with venues information coming soon.

For questions regarding this project, please contact the PRRD by calling 250-784-3200 or emailing planning@prrd.bc.ca.

To follow this project and subscribe to updates, visit the Regional Zoning Bylaw project page at haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/rzb.

Contact information:
Annette Andrews, Communications Manager
250-784-3200 | annette.andrews@prrd.bc.ca