PROJECT UPDATES
CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL IN PRINCIPLE
On February 10, 2025, Vernon City Council voted unanimously to support, in principle, The 580 Commonage proposal. The decision allows the proposed project to proceed to a Public Consultation Phase.
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Dates, times and details regarding opportunities for the public to comment, including an Open House, will be announced in due course. Please watch this space for updates.
Next Steps
Public Consultation will be organized by Kerkhoff Develop-Build, which is seeking a required amendment to the Official Community Plan to allow the re-designation of 421 hectares (1,040 acres) of land for mixed-use residential, parks and community village centre.
There will be opportunities for community engagement and input along the way.
Project Timeline and OCP Amendment Process
Below is a an overview of the planning process and where we are in the process.
February 29, 2024
Neighbourhood Plan and OCP Amendment application were submitted to the City of Vernon.
February 10, 2025
Vernon City Council votes to approve the Proposal in-principle
February & Next Steps
Public Consultation on proposal to be held, including an Open House
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City of Vernon's Advisory Committees review of Comprehensive Engagement Report and revised OCP Application
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Regional District of North Okanagan and Greater Vernon Water review the Application
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Vernon City Council considers 1st and 2nd reading of the OCP Amendment
Dates to be Announced
Note: All dates are estimated and are subject to change.
