# Gov Handbook: Slocan, British Columbia, Canada

> 13 answers about local government in Slocan. Hub page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/ · All answers as JSON: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/index.json · Full text: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/llms-full.txt

## Building, renovating and your property

- [Slocan building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/building-permit.md): In Slocan you need a building permit to build a new home or accessory building, renovate structurally, add a secondary suite, install a pool or move or demolish a building. The Village accepts and approves applications under the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Building Service. Call the Village Office, 250-355-2277.
- [Slocan fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/fence-rules.md): In Slocan you do not need a building permit for a fence, but its height must follow the Zoning Bylaw. In the R-1, R-2, R-3, C-2 and C-3 zones the maximum is 2.0 m. Pool fences are part of the pool permit and must be at least 1.5 m high.
- [Slocan permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/deck-shed-garage-permit.md): In Slocan a new garage, carport or storage shed needs a building permit; no size threshold is stated. An unroofed deck no more than 600 mm (2 ft) above grade is outside the Building Bylaw. Higher decks, and enclosing a porch or roofing a sun deck, need a permit.
- [Slocan building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/building-permit-fees.md): In Slocan the building permit fee comes from the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) fee schedule: $100 for work valued up to $1,000, then $10.50 per $1,000 or portion for $1,000 and over. A non-refundable plan-check deposit of $50 to $200 is paid with the application.
- [Slocan zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/zoning-lookup.md): Find your Slocan zone on the Zoning Map 2025 (PDF) on the Village's Maps page, or on Schedule B of Zoning Bylaw No. 633. The bylaw has 9 zones. Call the Village Office, 250-355-2277, to confirm.
- [Slocan secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/secondary-suite.md): Yes. In Slocan, the R-1 and R-2 zones allow one secondary suite inside a single family dwelling, and one detached accessory residence. A building permit is needed to create a suite. The suite is limited to the lesser of 90 m² or 40% of the dwelling.
- [Slocan tree removal rules and permits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/tree-removal.md): Slocan has no general tree-cutting bylaw. But in the Official Community Plan's development permit areas, removing trees for development needs a development permit first. Dead or dying trees can be removed without one. Ask the Village Office, 250-355-2277.

## Garbage, recycling and waste

- [Slocan garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/garbage-collection.md): Slocan's garbage service costs $165 a year per single-family home and includes one bag per pickup. The Village's website does not state a collection day or schedule. Extra bags need a $4.25 tag.

## Pets, animals and wildlife

- [Slocan dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/dog-licence.md): In Slocan, the Village sets the dog licence fee: $25 a year for a spayed or neutered dog and $65 for one that is not. The Village's pages do not say where to buy a licence, so call the Village Office.

## Parking, tickets and driving

- [Slocan RV, boat and trailer parking rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md): The Village of Slocan's website does not state rules for parking an RV, boat or trailer on the street or on your lot. You may not live in one permanently, and temporary camping on a lot is limited to 14 consecutive days.

## Starting and running a business

- [Slocan business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/business-licence.md): Yes. In Slocan every person carrying on a business, trade or occupation needs a Village business licence, with a separate licence for each location. Fees run from $25 a month (mobile food) to $300 (cannabis retail); most are $75 to $100 a year.
- [Slocan home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/home-based-business.md): Yes. Slocan allows home-based businesses in the R-1, R-2 and R-3 residential zones. You need a Category 2 business licence ($75 a year) and must meet limits such as 50% of the dwelling's floor area and one non-resident employee at most.

## Housing and renting

- [Slocan short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/short-term-rental.md): Yes. In Slocan, R-1, R-2 and R-3 allow one vacation rental unit per parcel, and R-1 and R-2 allow a bed and breakfast if the owner lives there. You need a Category 3 business licence ($100 a year) and must register with the Province.

## Zoning

- [All 9 zones in Slocan, as JSON](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/zoning/index.json)
- Zone of an address: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/slocan/zoning/lookup?address=123+Main+St