On April 28, Council approved the repeal and replacement of the Zoning Bylaw 2026 and new Development Permit Area Guidelines. With the Zoning Bylaw, FAR-based zoning districts are being repealed with the adoption of Zoning Bylaw 2026. Height-based zoning districts will fully align with the new Form and Character DPA Guidelines and Burnaby 2050 OCP land use designations.

The DPA Guidelines include the following:

• Form and Character - Design guidance across a range of topics, including building siting and orientation, architectural form and character, landscape and site design, site access, and the interface with the public realm;
• Streamside Protection and Enhancement - Protect and enhance Burnaby’s aquatic habitats and riparian areas where land is developed; and
• Tenant protection - Ensure tenants are protected through support and benefits.

More information can be found in the full report by City staff.