Development Cost Charges (DCCs) are used by local governments to assist with the capital costs of installing infrastructure for certain local government services at the time land is developed. The Town of Comox uses six classifications to determine DCCs based on the type of development proposed:
- Low Density Residential
- Medium Density Residential
- High Density Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Institutional
The Town of Comox collects DCCs related to the following local government services:
- Transportation
- Water
- Sewer
- Drainage
- Parks
- Fire
Refer to the Town of Comox Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 for more details.
For agreements applicable to the prior agreement made before the adoption of the bylaw noted in the paragraph above, review Development Cost Charges Bylaw No.1830.
The Town of Comox is also required to collect water and sewer Development Cost Charges on behalf of the Comox Valley Regional District. Refer to the following bylaws for more details:
- CVRD DCC for Water (Bylaw No.571) under review in 2026.
- CVRD DCC for Sewer (Bylaw No.572)
For further questions regarding DCCs, please contact the Planning Department at 250-339-1118.