District of West Vancouver zoning changes

Key changes to District of West Vancouver zoning, newest first. See what each adopted bylaw changed, which zones it affects and what conditions still apply.

Updated October 3, 2026. Governing bylaw: Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, last checked October 3, 2026.

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August 12, 2024: Bill 44 SSMUH rules adopted after provincial notice

· Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 5351, 2024

On August 12, 2024, Council adopted Amendment Bylaw 5351 to add small-scale multi-unit housing options required by Bill 44. The amendment followed a provincial notice about the District’s non-compliance after Council rejected an earlier draft in May.

The District’s later Bill 25 work is still in progress. Council gave readings to a modified proposal in September 2026, but it had not been adopted as of the District’s latest published update. Check the live bylaw for rules currently in force.

Source: District of West Vancouver, Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing updates; District of West Vancouver, Development Regulations and current zoning bylaw access

How we track District of West Vancouver's zoning

We compare the municipality's consolidated zoning bylaw and its published updates against our stored copies. Each entry links to the municipality's published record. This timeline highlights selected residential changes; use the official bylaw and amendment records to confirm the rules for your lot.

Frequently asked questions

What changed in West Vancouver zoning?

Amendment Bylaw 5351, adopted August 12, 2024, added the District’s Bill 44 small-scale multi-unit housing rules. The District is also working through later Bill 25 requirements.

Does the Bill 44 change apply to every property?

No. The legislation and local bylaw contain eligibility rules and exceptions. The District’s 2026 Bill 25 proposal had received readings but was not yet adopted in its latest update.

How do I check my lot?

Use WestMap to find the zone, then read the matching part of Zoning Bylaw No. 4662 and the District’s SSMUH updates for property-specific exclusions.

How does ZoneScout track West Vancouver zoning changes?

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