PLANNING COMMITTEE: 300 - 4545 Lazelle Avenue Terrace, B.G.
Friday, June 25,20'10, commencing at 4:00 p.m. SUPPLEMENTARY AGENDA
1. Report from Administration, dated June 24,2010, re: Withdrawal of Application for Development Variance Permit No. 80 - 421 Kalum Lake Road, Terrace. 2. Report from Administration, dated January 25, 2010, re: License of Occupation for Commercial Recreation Kitamaat Village and Douglas Channel.
3. Report from Admlnistration, dated June 25, 2010, re: Land Use Application Status Report.
Information Only: To: Planning Committee
From: Administration
Date: June 24,2010 Re: Withdrawal of Application for Development Variance Permit No. 80 - 421Kalum Lake Road, Terrace
This is an application for a Development Variance Permit (DVP) for property located at 421 Kalum Lake Road in North Terrace. The property is legally described as Block 1, District Lot 1702, Range 5, Coast District, Plan 1086' Except 11795. The variance was required because the property owner had proposed to build a carport addition on to the front of the house that will encroach 2.09 feet (0.63 meters) on required 25 feet setback from the front propefty line and road right of way Plan 11795.
On June 22nd, the property owner, Mr. Carrita, informed Regional District staff that the survey plan submitted earlier with DVP No. 80 had the proposed carport positioned incorrectly on the plan. He submitted a revised survey plan showing the correct orientation and location of the carport which would now be able to meet the required 25 feet setback from road right of way Plan 11795. Since a variance is no longer required for the proposed carport he has withdrawn his application for DVP No. 80. See attached revised survey plan.
Recommendation:
That no further action be taken on DVP No. 80 as the requested variance has been withdrawn by the applicant.
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From: Administration
Date: January 25,2010
Re: License of Occupation for Commercial Recreation Kitamaat Village and Douglas Ghannel
This is Crown Land Application No. 6408216 from Front Counter BC on behalf of the lntegrated Land Management Bureau (ILMB). The applicant is Kitamaat Village Council and the application is for commercial recreation including nature based tourism activities, wilderness and adventure tours (hiking, canoeing, jet boating) wildlife and nature viewing within Haisla Traditional Territory. Regional Board consideration and recommendation to ILMB is requested.
The application is a License of Occupation for 5 intensive use sites (cabin sites), a bear viewing platform, walking/hiking trails, canoeing using a traditional 36ft. canoe and jet boating. Project description prepared by the Kitamaat Village Council is attached for information. The proposal is for adventure tourism incorporating Haisla culture, heritage and tradition through a variety of commercial recreation opportunities. From the base of operation in Kitamaat Village, the intent is to provide economic opportunities for Haisla and the area. The proposal presented as the "Haisla Traditional Territory Tourism Project" plans to offer nature based adventure tourism incorporating existing trapline (and other) cabins and trails.
The project is described as a summer operation (May to September). Tours would be for half day or multiple days with lodging options of either cabins or the Kowesas Lodge at Chief Matthews Bay. Groups are proposed to be small with a maximum of 10 guests. Sites within the Douglas Channel area will be accessed by boat from either MK Bay Marina or Kitamaat Village.
The proposal includes both existing trails that would be upgraded and new trail plus existing cabins/lodge and some new cabins are also proposed in the future. List of both extensive use and intensive use sites is included in the attached project description.
1. Mt. Elizabeth cabin and trail - east of Kitimat, existing trail, cabin is proposed in the future (3 or 4 years time) near the top of the trail. 2. Wathlsto Creek trail - trail south from Kitamaat Village, traditional trail follows foreshore.
3. Hugh Creek cabin, trail and bear viewing - Devastation Channel north of Weewanie Hot Springs existing cabin at the creek mouth, existing bear viewing platform and trial.
4. Weewanie Creek cabin and trail - existing cabin near the mouth of the creek 5. Paril River cabin - Gardner Canal, existing cabin located near the mouth of the river 6. Kowesas Lodge, trail and canoe route - Gardner Canal in Chief Matthews Bay, existing lodge and trail system. The proposal is for low impact eco-tourism (hiking, nature and wildlife viewing) and establishes Crown land tenure over existing trails and cabins. With the exception of Kowesas Lodge in Chief Matthews Bay (Kitlope Conservancy) the cabins will be small un-serviced shelters approximately 16ft. x 20ft in size. While a License of Occupation tenure (over the trails outside lR land) does not generally provide exclusive use, the proponents in the attached project description are requesting exclusive use of the cabins and bear viewing platforms.
The proposal submitted acknowledges that there are other commercial recreation interest and other tenure holders within the application area. The proponents indicate that they will contact other tenure holders and where feasible offer to work with them by combining business opportunities.
Likely because the sites under application are outside the District of Kitimat municipal boundary they did not receive the ILMB referral. The Regional District forwarded a copy of the referral to the municipality for information. salient points provided by their Planning Department noted that (1) for clarification purposes mapping submitted with the proposal should include the municipal bound ary (2\ Mount Elizabeth trail is well used and a dominant landscape feature and the cabin should be sited with consideration to potential impacts to existing views (3) trails should remain available for public use/access and the cabins also available in emergency situations perhaps under a compensation policy.
Generally the Regional District has been supportive of low impact commercial backcountry recreation (eco-tourism) proposals in the region. Previous Regional District comments on similar proposals have expressed the need to address environmental issues with development, the interests of other/existing tenure holders and ensuring that ILMB provide opportunity to the appropriate First Nations to provide comments as a condition of approval.
Recommendation:
1. No objections provided that any environmental issues and potential conflict with other tenure holders are addressed and the trails on the Provincial Crown land remain available for public use.
2. Forward the comments provided by the District of Kitimat regarding this application to the Integrated Land Management Bureau.
Recommended Voting Structure: Electoral Area Directors
Prepared by/contact: Ted Pellegrino, Planner 11 3
BRITISH Land Referral Colun'tgtR -fhe Besr Placc on Earrh On behalf of the Integrated Land Management Bureau, Smithers File No. 6408216
Please comment on the following application within 30 days. lf the time limit for response cannot be met, a verbal response should be made. Please respond by: July 2,2010
Information you supply will become part of the Crown Land Registry, which is made available to the public upon request under the freedom of information legisfation. ThisinformationiscollectedforthepurposeofadministeringCrownLand,pursuantlolheLandAct lfyouhaveanyquestions,please contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministrv of Environment in Smithers al250-847-7260
APPLICANT'S NAME APPLICANT'S ADDRESS
Kitimaat Village Council PO Box 1 101 Kitimaat Village, BC VOT 280
LOCATION OF LAND REFERENCE MAP NO. PARCEL SIZE various 103H.030, 040, 047,067, 070, Total area: 36.103 ha t 077,097 1031.009 LEGAL DESCRIPTION Weewanie Hotsprings Trail: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND lN THE VICINITY OF WEEWANIE CREEK, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.741HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. Kowesas Lodge: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND lN THE VICINITY OF KOWESAS RIVER AND CHIEF MATHEWS BAY, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAININGO.2ll HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. Paril River Cabin: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND lN THE VICINITY OF PARIL RIVER AND OCHWE BAY, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.037 HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. Hugh Greek Cabin: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND lN THE VICINITY OF HUGH CREEK AND DEVASTATION CHANNEL, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.065 HECTARES. MORE OR LESS. Hugh Greek Bear Viewing Site: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND lN THE VICINITY OF HUGH CREEK AND DEVASTATION CHANNEL, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.021 HECTARES. MORE OR LESS. WAthIStO CreeK Trai|: THAT PART OF BLOCK E OF DISTRICT LOTS 305 AND 306, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 2.663 HECTARES. MORE OR LESS.
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PO Bag 5000,3726 Alfred Ave, Smithers BC VOJ 2N0 Phone: 250-847-7356 Fax: 2so-847-7ss6 website: www.frontcounterbc.qov.bc.ca BRITISH Land Referral Cclt-uivrntn -lhe Best I'[:rce orr [ierrh
KOWESAS RiveT Ganoe Route: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN FORESHORE BEING PART OF THE BED OF KOWESAS RIVER, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 8.761 HECTARES. MORE OR LESS. MOUNT Elizabeth Gabin: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND IN THE VICINITY OF MT. ELIZABETH. RANGE 5, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.043 HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. WEEwanie CTeeK Cabin: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND IN THE VICINITTY OF WEEWANIE CREEK, RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 0.135 HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. KOwesas CTeeK TTaiI: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND IN THE VICINITY OF KOWESAS CREEK. RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 18.847 HECTARES, MORE OR LESS. Hugh CTeeK TTaiI: ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND IN THE VICINITY OF HUGH CREEK. RANGE 4, COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 4.579 HECTARES. MORE OR LESS. PURPOSE OF APPLICATION
The application is for a licence of occupation for 5 secondary intensive use sites (cabin sites), a bear viewing platform, 4 walking/hiking trails and canoeing and jet boating up one river. The standard term for an adventure tourism licence of occupation is 30 years. The application is the first phase of the Haisla Traditional Territory Tourism Project.
CONTACT DATE Heather MacRae. Adventure Tourism Regional Manager July 2,2010
PO Bag 5000, 3726 Alfred Ave, Smithers BC VOJ 2N0 Phone: 250-847-7356 Fax: 250-847-7556 Website: www.frontcounterbc.eov.bc.ca Eds
INTEGRATED LAND MANAGEMENT BUREAU (ILMB) PO BOX 5000 1ST FLOOR . 3726 ALFRED AVE. SMITHERS BC VOJ 2N2
ADVENTURE TOURISM COMMERCIAL RECREATION MANAGEMENT PLAN
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General Overview of Business (Existing or Proposed) Haisla Traditional Territory Tourism Project proposes to offer natured based tourism throughout Haisla Traditional Territory. The marketing strategy targets on some segments of the aboriginal tourism categories as defined by Aboriginal Tourism British Columbia (AtBC)' To stand out from competitors and provide an authentic Haisla Experience, H3TP will incorporate Haisla culture, heritage and tradition in different kind of packages2. These can be offered in half day or multiple day tours with lodging options of either cabins or the Kowesas Lodge. Boats will be used to provide access to these touristic assets. The aim of this project is to develop through an all inclusive package, a code of best practices in the product development and marketing field. The main goal of the project is to involve as much Haisla people as possible and provide jobs and economic spin-off throughout the communi$. Key Areas of Goncern There are no overlaps with existing use for mineral tenure, timber tenure & forest use, land use planning with local government or existing commercial recreation tenure and guide outfitter. t http://www.aboriginalbc.com/trellis/experiences ' For further information about Haisla culture, legend and tradition see http://www. livin glandscapes bc.calnorthwesvkitlope/intro. htm#n pg Kitamaat Village Council - Adventure Tourism Commercial Recreation Management Plan 2 E2 3t section 1: Description of The operation & Activities offered 1.1 General Description of Operation 1.1.1 General Area H3TP is a summer operation (May to September) offering nature based tourism activities as Wilderness & Adventure Tours and Wildlife & Nature Viewtng throughout Haisla Traditional Territory (see general location map). 1.1.2 Base Operation As shown on the reference map, some operations such as Trapline Cabin are located in the lndian reserve while some other are located on the Crown Land. Haisla Tourism office is located in Kitimaat Village (lndian Reserve). All the actual facilities (warehouse, boat launch, office, etc) are located within Kitamaat Mllage. Kitamaat Village Council - Adventure Tourism Gommercial Recreation Management Plan 3 T4p 1.1 .3 lmprovements Site Ref Lat./Long. Up Cabin/Infrastructure Layout MaP dated # 53"41 11"N 128" Weewanie Creek T-17 5 47',3r"W 53" 43' 2l"N Hugh Creek T-16 9 128.46'52"W 53043'25"N Hugh Creek Bear Viewing Platform BV-I t0 128"46',44"W 53020'14"N Kowesas Lodge T-33 12807'05"W 53"29'l9"N Paril River T-26 6 128" 45'48"W 54" 5'33"N Mount Elizabeth Haisla Cabin c-4 ll 128'23'36',W Cross -reference to map is available at Kitamaat Village council - Adventure Tourism commercial Recreation Management lplan - Ta a1 1.1 .4 Access The boarding area is located in Kitamaat Village. The clients can travelto the boarding area by vehicle. From there, the clients can travel by boat to access the various accommodations (cabins or Kowesas Lodge) for multiple day trips. The Haisla fleet is located at the MK Bay Marina or Haisla Harbour (Kitamaat Village). 1-1.5 Staff Staff Category #ot Experience and/or Emolovees Certificates Business development Coordinator 1 Strategic planning Sales and bookinq First Aid Tour counsellor 1 Bear aware First Aid Guide 3 Bear aware Canoe trainino First Aid Guides assistant 2 Bear aware Canoe trainino 1.2 Gommercial Recreation Activities Offered On Crown Land 1.2.1 Description of Experience Being Offered The groups are no largerthan 10 clients and typically the group sizes range between S and B clients. The experience includes hiking, canoeing, jet boating. For most of the activities proposed, there are generally 2 guides assigned to each group who will stay with the group for the duration of the tour. For more information please coniult the website www. haislatourism.com J EAV t>m :r -{ i_ -{ -{ -{ -{ f, oN oN) oN o1\) oN oN) ffr { (tl (,t (t ('l (i (Jl ilE= CL I-4 )1 1.2.3 Improvements The majority of the trail networks use the traditional trails built and used by Haisla. These trails will provide access to some scenic views or particular assets like the totem pole. The improvements to the extensive use areas are primarily trail clearing. Each year during April- May, the trails will be cleared by the staff. All debris are removed and dropped into the forest adjacent to the trail. No large trees will be cut down. When it's required, the guides will use the staging area (cabin or Kowesas Lodge) as their base camp during this period. The trail maintenance and construction are based on the Recreation Sifes and Trails program of BC Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts guidelines3. 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Guests will be instructed not to dispose of human wastes within a minimum of 20 meters from the river and outside the riparian zone. lf need for disposal of solid human waste arises, a portable toilette will be carried. We recommend using as much as possible the boat, cabins and lodging facilities. Spills of any hazardous substances in the river or riparian zone could impact the fish species. 2.2 Wildlife Values The Haisls Traditional Territory supports the protection of black bears, grizzlies, Kermodei bears, moose, cougars, wolves, mountain goats, sheep and deer as well as many species of birds for wildlife viewing. The black bear, grizly, Kermodei bear, moose, mountain goat, sheep and deer habitat is noted on the main Map. Except for bear viewing platforms, the activities and the trails loop around the habitat areas. In addition, the period of the year of greatest concern is during the spring season when young ones are in the area. Extra safety measures are taken during this time of year to ensure that the animals are not disturbed and the safety of the guests is maintained. When viewing wildlife, guests are kept at a distance and encouraged to sit and view. Environmental education for both sides (guide and visitors) is an integral component to every Tour. lt's an important part of benefits of Tourism development. We have reviewed the Interim Wildlife Guidelines for Commercial Backcountry Recreation in British Columbiaa and we have applied the recommended approach as guidelines for operators in addressing wildlife issues on Crown land. ln order to prepare the Management Plan we have identified: We have only considered species and habitats of special management concern listed in the Guidelines that occur in their operating areas as required. The levels of wildlife inventory and mitigation required for our operation have been linked to the magnitude of impacts posed by the operation. a Interim Wildlife Guidelines For Commercial Backcountry Recreation in British Columbia Chapter 1 describes how the Interim Wildlife Guidelines are applied to Commercial Recreation tenures. htto://www.env.oov.bc.calwld/comrec/crecintro.html. Kitamaat Village Council- Adventure Tourism Management Plan Template- January 22, 2O1O 10 Te 3a Kitamaat Village Council will mitigate these potential adverse impacts by exercising the following practices: o Developing a comprehensive training program to ensure all staff are adequately informed and rehearsed in the operating procedures to ensure that all key pointi below are always met; o Guests and staff will not walk on land in riparian zones; o Wildlife will be viewed responsibly. The 'Wildlife guidelines for Commercial recreation" have been reviewed (see next point). They will form the basis for the method in which H3TP will approach this aspect of the business. Especially in regards to bear viewing, these guidelines form minimum standards for operation. Our organization adheres to Beir Viewing Association of BC5. Furthermore, we will work closely witn bear specialists to find the optimum location for bear viewing activities Le. low impact and good viewing opportunities. o All guests and staff will have to keep human waste out of sensitive areas. We will carry a portable toilet or use the one on the boat; o Guests will be educated about sensitive areas and how to protect them. They will be instructed on desired behaviour to make sure they minimize their ecological foot print (see below); o To design and maintain the trail, we follow guidelines from Recreation Trail Management BC'. Kitamaat Village Council adheres to all desired behaviours listed in the Guidelines for Backcountry Tourism/Commercial Recreation in British ColumbiaT. 2.3 Water Values The proposed activities do not negatively impact water quality and quantity. The cabins constitute a rustic accommodation and don't have running water. " The Commercial Bear Viewing Association of BC was formed to promote sustainable bear viewing in British Columbia and aid in the protection of wild bears and their ecosvstems 6 Manual for Trail Construction and Maintenan and J. Braa, 19E6, Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia. http://www.trailbuilders.oro/resources/booksl .html Recreation Trail Management BC Kitamaat Village council- Adventure Tourism Management plan Template- January 22,2010 rQ sz 2.4 First Nations Over the years, Kitamaat Village Council (KVC) has conducted a number of studies to examine the potential of the Nation to succeed in the development of a tourism related investment. The main goal of the project is to involve as much Haisla people as possible and provide job and economic spin-off throughout the community. Haisla Tourism's vision is to become one of the best Aboriginal tourist destination and a benchmark for environmental and a sustainable economic model of development throughout First Nation communities. For further information please visit our website at www.haislatourism.com . Section 3: Overlap With Existing Use 3.1 Mineral Tenure viewed on November ,2009 There was no overlap with one or more mineral tenures for the current tourism project. commissioner was also contacted by letter/email. The Gold This was confirmed with the Gotd commissioner (contact person was Mr. Byron Hoskingy. I acknowledge that the mineral tenures listed above.overlap with my are coordinate access and activities nd that I may have to with the tenure horders. I further ackno be.located in my area may of use in the future anJ'tn"t t may have to(u .mineral.tenures hOlderS. "ove coordinvuururrr ieS With the tenUfe Signed: f-4 3,.1 3.2 Timber Tenure & Forest Use Haisla Nation holds the Tree Farm Licence (TFL 41) that covers the majority of the Haisla Traditional Territory as shown on the next map. Whitney Lukuku is the Registered Professional Forester (RpF) in charge for Kitamaat Village Council. Whitney Lukuku and John Parras, Forest Recreation Officer, were contacted and a meeting was held to review the management plan and the potential overlap of Haisla Traditional Territory Tourism Project with current and proposed forestry use. The area of use doesn't overlaps with current tenure. 3.3 Land Use Planning, Local or RegionalZoning Requirements In order to determine if there are land use plans and/or zoning requirements that may restrict the type andlor level of use, the District of Kitimat's Regional zoning documents were reviewed and it was found that the entire operation falls within zoning Gs. The specifications for this zoning relate to rural and recreational uses which are compatible with the H3TP. This was confirmed by Gwendolyn Sewell (632- 8900) Director of Community Planning and Development District of Kitimat. Some activities take place within the Indian Reserve. The band Council is aware of the project and is fully committed to this project. However, in order to make sure we follow all the regulations involved in this particular part of the Haisla territory, we notified our intent to the lndian & Northern Affairs (see letter senf fo Ken McDonald A/Director, Lands and Trust Services). 3.4 Gommercial Recreation Tenure & Guide Outfitter Territories The table below shows the commercial recreation tenure and the guide outfitters territory into HTT. In order to determine if the operation overlaps with commercial recreation tenure and/or a guide outfitters territory, we have contacted these operators to discuss this overlap. Even though many of the activities proposed overlap with the commercial recreation tenure, no one expressed any concerns. Most of these operators are welcoming Haisla initiatives and are willing to help Haisla to succeed in this endeavour. This broad acceptation allows a bright future for Haisla Tourism. The area of use doesn't overlaps with current tenure. Kitamaat Village Council- Adventure Tourism Management Plan Template- January 22,2010 14 Ea 3t Operation overlapping with commercial recreation tenures and the guide outfitters territory into the Haisla Traditional territory Name Type Description Contact Note Dala-Kildala Rivers Silvertip Ecotour Estuaries commercial recreation Park Fred Seiler Kitlope Heritage Fred Seiler Conservancv: John Blackwell, for angling Kitlope Heritage guiding. commercial recreation Conservancy: John Blackwell Daniel Hodson, for angling Kitlope Heritage guiding. commercial recreation Conservancy: Daniel Hodson University of Montana, for fish Kitlope Heritage research. commercial recreation Conservancy: Maple Leaf Adventures Corp., Kitlope Heritage for commercial recreationat commercial recreation Conservancy: Kevin Smith tours Dennis Schlauch & Ken Kitlope Heritage guide Kristianson, for hunting guiding. outfitters Conservancy: Dennis Schlauch Gunter Zweifler, for angling in Foch-Gilttoyees guiding commercial recreation Park and Dala-Kildala Gunter Zweifler Rivers Estuaries Park Tracey Hittel, for angling in Foch-Gilttoyees commercial recreation ouidino Park. in Foch-Gilttoyees Park, Dala-Kildala Robert Vodola, for angling Rivers Estuaries Park commercial recreation Robert Vodola guiding and Brim River Hot Springs Protected Area. in Foch-Gilttoyees Richard Thompson, for angling guiding commercial recreation Park and Dala-Kildda Richard Thompson Rivers Estuaries Park Bob Milligan, for angling guiding in Foch-Gilttoyees commercial recreation and huntino ouidino Park. Ocean Adventures Charter Co., in several parks commercial recreation and for commercial recreation tours protected areas. Northwest Angling Adventures Ltd. (King Pacific Lodge), for in Foch-Gilttoyees commercial recreation angling guiding and commercial Park. recreational tours Mike Lewis (Bolen Lewis Trophy in Crab Lake commercial recreation Guiding), for huntinq quidinq. Conservancv I acknowledge that my areas of use may overlap with a commercial recreation tenure and/or guide outfitting territory. I understand that I am required to contact these tenures holders have them complet; an Operator lnput Form. lwill receive this information from the regional LWBC office. Signed: Kitamaat Village councir- Adventure Tourism Management pran Temprate- January 22,2010 15 Appendix 1 - Hazards and Safety plan From a safety and liability have adopted a Hazards and safety plan. exceeds This plan meets or Workers Compen d approved industry standards. | | | certify that I have prepared Hazards and safety Plan which meets or exceeds workers compensation Board and approved industry standards and that my operation will meet the requirements of this plan. Signed Date Kitamaat Mllage council- Adventure Tourism Management plan Template- January 22,2o1o 16 31 Notification Letters - sample Kitamaat Village, Friday, July 3 2008 Bwon. [email protected] Byron Hosking, Gold Gommissioner Skeena Mining Division 302-865 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BG v6z2c3 Re: Haisla Traditional Territory Tourism Project l'm consultant for, Kitamaat Village Council. We are currently in the process for Commercial Recreation Permit with Land and Water British Columbia. The project consists of exploiting tourism potential of Haisla Traditional Territory for the community's benefit. In section 3.0 of the Commercial Recreation Management Plan Template (Overlap with Existing Use) it mentioned about Mineral Tenure. I have to verify if there are mineral tenures as mineral placer claims or leases and coal applications, licenses or leases within the area of use. I also have to verify if there are Geothermal, Petroleum and Natural Gas Tenure within the area of use as well. I had reviewed available web information (Mineral Tenure Information: http://srmwww.gov.bc.calmida/index.html) and transcribe information onto the base Map (see attach). So far the areas of use don't overlap with any mineral tenure. I would like to receive a confirmation from the Gold Commissioner about the overlap in propose area of use. As required, I attached Maps and a short project description. lf you need further information, don't hesitate to contact me at (250) 632-7566. Sincerely, Marc-Andre de Launiere, Tourism Coordinator p.a plan Kitamaat Village council- Adventure Tourism Management Template- January 22,2010 17 To: Planning Committee T 3t From: Administration Date: June 25.2010 Re: Land Use Applications Status Report Rezoning/Official Community Plan Amendment Applicant Purpose Location Date Received Status Comments Skeena Valley OSP and zoning Thornhill April9T Deferred Subdivision for Golf Club amendment residential lots W. & P Schmidt Rezoning to 6167 Chimdemash June 3,2010 Amendment Fishing lodge Rural Resort Frontage Road Bylaw 590 on the development Aoenda Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) Applicant Purpose Location Date Received Status Comments Mattson Exclusion and Suskwa Forest June 2008 Tabled Applicant provide Contractinq non-farm use Rd. aoolicant reouest more information W. & P Schmidt Non-farm use 6167 Chimdemash June 2010 on the agenda Fishing lodge Frontage Road develooment W.&D. subdivision East of Hazelton May 27,2010 On the agenda Homesite Kloeckner severance Development Variance Permits (DVP) Applicant Purpose Location Date Received Status Comments W. Carrita Building setbacks 421 Kalum lake June 15,2010 On the Agenda Withdrawn Drive variance not reorrired Integrated Land Management Bureau - Tenure Application Decisions Applicant Purpose Location Tenure Description Comments Regional Power Hydroelectric North of Stewart License of Occupation No. 635944 IPP lnc. project 6.4 year term Aoolic. 6407588 NW Angling Waterline Barnard Harbour License of Occupation No. 635943 Fresh water Adventures for 10-year term supply floating Applic. 6408204 fishino lodoe True North Heli- Commercial heli- Nelson River License of Occupation No. 635946 skiing Ltd. skiing north of Terrace for a 25.4-year term Aoolic.6408184 Recommendation: Receive for information