FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I add a suite to my home? Royal Bay has been designed as a new neighbourhood of Colwood with shared amenities and services, not as a separate "new town". The first phase of the development will seem much
like nearby areas of Colwood - family oriented with a mix of detached homes and townhouses. Secondary suites will also be permitted in many homes. Can I operate a business from my home? Some zones do allow a home business, provided that it does not vary
or alter the residential appearance of the property and is subject to other regulations. A business licence is required.
What does the future hold for Royal Bay? As Royal Bay develops, there will be a broader mix of housing types-more townhouses, low-rise
apartments and a mix of stores and apartments within buildings, especially in the Village Centre. By the time Royal Bay is fully developed, it will have a more urban form and personality. It will be home to people from
all walks of life. What are some of the municipal services? Police: RCMPFire: both full-time and volunteer members Emergency: 911 telephone service Transit: BC Transit Garbage: private with recycling depots and blue boxes
Sewage: municipal sewer system Water: municipal water |