The Board meets on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. as required (twice monthly, on average), depending on the number of appeals received.

* Ability to assess information and make objective decisions;
* Ability to deal with complex situations;
* Ability to provide rational solutions to complex problems;
*Have a general knowledge of the City;
* Understand the City’s Zoning Bylaw and The Planning and Development Act; and
* Have a working knowledge of quasi-jurisprudence or administrative law.

The function of the Development Appeals Board is to hear appeals under various sections of The Planning and Development Act.  Appeals include minor variances, demolition control districts, architectural control districts, misapplication of The Zoning Bylaw in issuing a development permit, refusal to issue a development permit that would contravene The Zoning Bylaw, refusal of subdivision application and any of the conditions of a Zoning Order issued on the property.

Debby Sackmann, Secretary

City Clerk's Office

The Development Appeals Board is an independent body.

The Planning and Development Act, 2007 and Section 4.4 Zoning Bylaw No. 8770; and City Council Resolution – February 10, 2014 (Clause 5, Report No. 2-2014 of the Executive Committee).

Members receive $25.00 for each hearing date attended and the member who writes the decision of the Board shall receive an additional $25.00 per decision.

The following services and benefits are provided to members in accordance with Policy No. C01-003, Appointments to Civic Boards, Commissions, Authorities, and Committees: 
* Reimbursement of childcare expenses for scheduled meetings (receipt required) 
* Parking permits and bus tickets
* Hearing & visual assistance 

The Development Appeals Board is composed of five members of the general public, all appointed by City Council.  No person who is a member of City Council or employee of a Planning Commission or an employee of the municipality is eligible to be appointed as a member of the Board.