Parkland Dedication Calculator

Planning calculator

Estimate the parkland dedication area and cash-in-lieu amount that may apply to a subdivision in British Columbia.

How it works

This calculator uses the 5 percent parkland dedication limit under section 510 of the Local Government Act.

Enter the total subdivision area, choose the area unit, enter the estimated land value, and select whether the value is a total land value or a unit value.

The tool converts the land area to hectares, calculates 5 percent of the subdivision area, and estimates the equivalent cash-in-lieu amount based on 5 percent of the entered land value.

When to use it

  • Best used for: early subdivision feasibility checks, planning reviews, applicant discussions, and rough comparisons between land dedication and cash-in-lieu.
  • Not used for: final subdivision approval, legal interpretation, appraisal work, parkland acquisition decisions, or confirmation that parkland dedication applies to a specific property.
  • Audience: property owners, applicants, planners, subdivision consultants, and anyone reviewing subdivision potential in British Columbia.

Notes and limits

  • The calculator assumes a maximum parkland dedication rate of 5 percent of the land being subdivided.
  • The tool does not determine whether parkland dedication or cash-in-lieu can legally be required for a specific subdivision. Local bylaws, official community plan policies, subdivision history, exemptions, and approval conditions may affect the result.
  • For phased subdivisions, mixed land values, partial dedications, prior parkland contributions, or contested land values, the estimate may not reflect the final requirement.

Disclaimer

This tool is for general information only. It may contain errors or omissions. Use at your own discretion. No liability is accepted for decisions made based on this tool.

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