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OS-1 zone in Sun Peaks: Open Space One

Sun Peaks, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-08

In short

Resource uses and other forms of development compatible with resource uses and resort activities in the Resort.

Zone rules

PurposeResource uses and other forms of development compatible with resource uses and resort activities in the Resort.
Main uses
  • Agriculture
  • Catering
  • Church
  • Golf Course
  • Equestrian Use
  • Outdoor recreation
  • Park and playground
  • Public storage and works yard
  • Resource use
  • Storage of explosives
  • Free standing antennas and communication towers
  • Heliports
  • Amphitheater
  • Performing Arts centre
  • Educational Centre
  • Temporary structures for uses of cultural and social activities
  • Ski lift Terminals
  • Indoor or structurally enclosed recreational facilities
  • Public and private utilities and service structures
  • Tourist Vehicle Parking
  • Campground
Also allowed (secondary uses)
  • Auxiliary buildings and auxiliary uses
  • Auxiliary dwelling unit
Minimum lot areaNot applicable
Minimum lot width1/10th of the parcel perimeter
Maximum densityMaximum building size 1000 m² or floor space ratio 0.25, whichever is lower
Maximum height10.7 metres, except for antennas or temporary structures
Front setback6 m from all parcel boundaries (all buildings)
Rear setback6 m from all parcel boundaries (all buildings)
Interior side setback6 m from all parcel boundaries (all buildings)
Street side setback6 m from all parcel boundaries (all buildings)
Other rules
  • Auxiliary dwelling unit may contain no more than one bedroom, one bathroom, one kitchen and one living room
  • Campgrounds must comply with the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Campground Bylaw

Source: Sun Peaks Resort Area Zoning Bylaw No. 1400 (consolidated, revised May 7, 2025), s. 11 (read 2026-11-08)

Rules in the bylaw's general sections (parking, fences, suites, home businesses) also apply, and a lot can have site-specific rules. The municipality's consolidation is for convenience only; it says to check with the municipality for current information. Section numbers below are the bylaw's Division numbers. Zone pages are taken from the bylaw text by a research agent and have not yet been reviewed by a person: confirm with the bylaw before you rely on them. How answers are checked.

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