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Zoning bylaws regulate how land, buildings and other structures may be used. Zoning bylaws also divide areas into zones, name each zone and establish the boundaries of those zones. Each zone also has a set of regulations, for example the number of residential units permitted, building height, or setbacks. The purpose is to provide the community with assurance of the type of land uses they can expect to see in a certain area, and regulations for managing those uses.
The RDCO zoning bylaws reflect a vision for land use expressed in Official Community Plans and the Regional Growth Strategy, grouping compatible land uses together. See Central Okanagan East Electoral Area or Central Okanagan West Electoral Area for area-specific land use information.
When a use or density is proposed on a property that does not meet the bylaw regulations, a rezoning application may be submitted for consideration by the Regional Board.
See RDCO maps to check zoning for a particular property.
Zoning | Bylaw No. 871 applies to properties within the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area and parts of the East Electoral Area (aside from the Joe Rich area) within the RDCO. It does not apply to the City of Kelowna, Peachland, West Kelowna, Lake Country or First Nation Reserves.
Please note: Bylaw No. 871 link on this page is the consolidated version of the Bylaw provided for convenience only and should not be considered the legal or official version. The full Zoning Bylaw No. 871can be viewed in person or obtained for a nominal cost from the Planning Services department at the RDCO office at 1450 KLO Road in Kelowna.
Maps are available to view the zone of any property located in the region as well as all RDCO zoning areas and street maps by using the RDCO maps.
How are rezoning applications made?
The zone that applies to a particular property cannot be changed from one zone to another without a formal rezoning application, public notification, a public hearing and the approval of the Regional Board.
We have application packages that outline required information, drawings and fees. It is important to make an appointment with staff before submitting a formal application to review submission requirements.
Submitting an application does not guarantee approval.
What is considered in a rezoning application?
Other costs may include:
How long does the application process take?
Applications typically take 8 to 10 months to proceed through the evaluation and approval process. More complex applications may take up to 12 months.
Additional information may be requested during the process, which may increase the application processing time.
Public will be notified of a rezoning application by:
Written comments can be directed to Planning Services in advance of a public hearing.
Land use within the Joe Rich rural area is regulated by the Joe Rich Rural Land Use Bylaw No. 1195. Find out what is permitted on your property by reviewing the following consolidated bylaw and maps:
What is the Joe Rich Rural Land Use Bylaw?
The Joe Rich Rural Land Use Bylaw (RLUB) is a set of regulations and policies that govern the area located in the vicinity of Highway 33, east of the City of Kelowna. The Joe Rich RLUB designates land uses for a rural area. It contains some of the elements of a zoning bylaw and an official community plan.
A RLUB is intended to be a simple, comprehensive document for a rural area. Each land use designation has a set of regulations and permitted uses. When a use or density is proposed on a specific property that does not meet the RLUB regulations, a RLUB amendment application may be submitted for consideration by the Regional Board.
How do RLUB policies affect an application?
The RLUB also contains policies that provide a framework for making land use decisions. These policies help guide Regional Board decisions related to proposed amendments to the RLUB.
All development must conform to the relevant policies of the RLUB.
It is important to remember that the land use policies reflect the objectives of the community and are the result of a long process involving considerable public input.
Apply for a land re-designation amendment
Our Planning Services department have application packages that outline the required information, drawings and fees for a re-designation application. It is important to make an appointment with staff before submitting a formal application to review submission requirements. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval.
Make an appointment
Application costs
Other costs may include:
How long does the application process take?
Applications typically take 4 to 8 months to proceed through the evaluation and approval process. More complex applications may take up to 12 months. Additional information may be requested during the process, which may increase the application processing time.
View or download the Joe Rich Rural Land Use Bylaw Amendment handout.
The Bylaw can be viewed in person, online or obtained for a nominal cost through the Planning Services department (1450 KLO Road, Kelowna BC). Please note: the consolidated version of the Bylaw above is provided for convenience only and should not be considered the legal or official version.
Contact Us
Planning services
1450 KLO Road
Kelowna, BC, V1W 3Z4
Send an email to planning services
Phone: 250-469-6227
