Infrastructure servicing for subdivision and development is governed by the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 4163 (PDF). The bylaw functions to help ensure growth and development occur in an organized, fair, and rational manner while maintaining and enhancing quality of life.
Subdivision is the division of land into two or more parcels, and includes a subdivision under the Strata Property Act.
Development is the alteration of land by the construction, installation, extension or alteration of any building or structure which requires a building permit.