At their regular meeting on May 5th, Council approved the launch of the Development FastTrack Program and proposed implementation approach, as well as the associated bylaw amendments to implement the applicable Program fees. The City’s new Development FastTrack Program is a formal service enhancement initiative designed to improve the processing of a limited number of development applications. By leveraging capacity funding, the City can provide focused and responsive planning service while maintaining fairness for standard applications. 

Key Program Features: 

• Capacity-funded, enhanced development review service 
• Limited to 3 developers/6 active projects 
• $10,000 annual enrollment fee 
• Projects may include rezoning, DP, DVP, subdivisions, etc.  
• $20,000 per project deposit, drawn down at $120/hour 
• No changes to legislated or City processes or Council discretion  

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