Solid Waste Development Cost Charges

Bylaw No. 1927 establishes a framework for Development Costs Charges that apply across the region. These charges help ensure that new development contributes to the cost of solid waste and recycling infrastructure needed to support new development. Revenue collected through DCCs helps fund future capital infrastructure while supporting sustainable growth and maintaining regional service levels. 

The provisions of this bylaw apply to all new subdivisions and building permits across the region, both in municipalities and in rural areas. 

To provide stability for projects already underway, qualified applications are granted in-stream protection for one year. Eligible in-stream subdivision applications and building permit applications will be exempt from the new Solid Waste Development charges for up to 12 months. An application is considered in-stream if: 

• It was submitted before September 8, 2026; and

• All required application fees were paid before September 8, 2026

• new solid waste DCCs for up to 12 months following the adoption date.

Property owners, developers, builders and residents can view or download the complete Bylaw No. 1927 on our website here.

View information about RDN Solid Waste Services and Regulations here. 

Learn more about the development, consideration and adoption of Bylaw No 1927 by visiting Solid Waste Development Cost Charges | Get Involved RDN.

The Regional District of Nanaimo also collects development cost charges for water, sewer and parks for capital improvements, maintenance, and operation of the system. You can find more information on these here.