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Development & Application Process
Permits and procedures for building on the Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) reserve.
Building on Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) lands follows the same process as most municipalities. Every building development requires a permit and a pre-site inspection. To apply for a permit, you must supply conceptual development plans, legal and technical information, development costs, utility connection fees, building permit fees and other charges.
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Process
Stage 1: Application
Developer submits Development Permit Application and associated fees
Application is reviewed with Lands Department & Lands Advisory Committeee
Staff report to Council
Council provide Approval in Principle
Stage 2: Approval
Developer submits development plans (engineered certified drawing)
Plans processed (staff review and refer to applicable external agencies)
Staff report to Council
Council provide Stage 2 Approval
Stage 3: Pre-construction
Developer is issued a Development Permit and enters into a Servicing Agreement (with City of Chilliwack)
Development Cost Charges and any other applicable fees are paid
Developer provides Bonding / Letter of Credit
Stage 4: Construction
Developer's engineer monitors construction and provides inspection report for review to Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) and designated reviewing agencies
Stage 5: Project Completion
Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) confirms project Substantial Completion and releases bonding
Developer's engineer submits As Built plans and certification of total completion
Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) confirms project Total Completion and issues Notice of Completions
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