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Denman trustees approve proactive enforcement of short-term rentals

The standing resolution directs bylaw enforcement staff to make efforts to bring unlawful operations into compliance.

The Denman Firestarter · reporting 2018-06-26 · compiled 2026-09-06

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Denman Island Local Trust Committee trustees approve a standing resolution directing Bylaw Enforcement staff to undertake proactive enforcement of short-term vacation rentals on Denman Island. Trustee Critchley says staff will make efforts to work with unlawful operations to bring them into compliance. ^[1]

Trustee Busheikin supports the resolution, saying she has spoken with many constituents who raised concerns about short-term vacation rentals since the previous meeting. The motion carries. ^[1]

The committee also approves a Development Variance Permit for the Denman Community Land Trust Association to vary proof-of-water requirements for one of two lots proposed to be subdivided through a lot-line adjustment. Trustees say the adjustment represents a minor change involving an easement right-of-way and dedicated access, and that the Official Community Plan contains policies supporting affordable housing. ^[1]

The committee adopts a bylaw concerning driving on the foreshore and asks staff to prepare a media release about it. ^[1]

The committee schedules its next regular meeting for Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at 9:30 am at the Denman Activity Centre. ^[1]

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