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City of Nanaimo Seeking Volunteer for Design Advisory Panel

NEWS RELEASE - Distributed March 26, 2025 10:00 AM

Summary

The City of Nanaimo is recruiting one volunteer member at-large position on the Design Advisory Panel. The panel reviews the form and character of development permit proposals for multi-family, commercial and industrial developments in relation to the City’s design guidelines. It provides independent, objective recommendations to applicants, City staff and Council to improve design matters that affect the public realm.

Successful applicants will have knowledge of urban design and design principles and possess the skills necessary to assist staff in ensuring that the form and character of future developments meet high-quality standards and the needs of the community.

The term of appointment for this position is three years, until April 2028, or as determined by Council. Members may sit on only one committee at a time and must be residents of the City of Nanaimo.

Applications can be downloaded from www.nanaimo.ca or picked up from Legislative Services at City Hall (455 Wallace Street). Completed applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025, via:

  • Mail/Hand delivery: Legislative Services, 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
  • Email: Legislative.Servicesoffice@nanaimo.ca

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the Design Advisory Panel’s Mandate and Objectives, as well as the meeting schedule, on the City website before applying.

For more information, contact the Legislative Services Department at 250-755-4405.

Link to Strategic Plan: Select Committees enable Council to receive advice, ideas and feedback from persons other than Council members and staff.

Key Points

  • The City of Nanaimo is accepting applications for one volunteer Design Advisory Panel at-large member for a three-year term ending April 2028, or as determined by Council.
  • Panel members provide independent, objective recommendations to enhance the design of new developments and improve the public realm.
  • Interested residents must submit a completed application to Legislative Services by 4 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Quotes

"Nanaimo is growing, and thoughtful design plays a key role in shaping our city’s future. Volunteering for the Design Advisory Panel is a great way for residents to contribute their expertise and help ensure new developments reflect the needs and character of our community."

Leonard Krog
Mayor
City of Nanaimo
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