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Proposed Framework

Kelowna plans next steps for North Glenmore growth

Sep 23, 2026 | 10:36 AM

Kelowna city staff are recommending a three-year planning process for North Glenmore, beginning in 2027, subject to budget approval.

The proposed framework would examine transportation, water and wastewater capacity, environmental constraints, parks, infrastructure costs and potential development phasing.

A study presented to council in June identified potential capacity for up to 13,000 homes and 30,000 residents across six possible neighbourhoods.

Staff stress the study is not a development plan, and further work is needed to determine whether, when and how growth should proceed.

Under the proposed approach, landowners could begin detailed neighbourhood planning alongside the city-led process, but at their own risk. That work would not guarantee future approval or changes to the Permanent Growth Boundary or Official Community Plan.

Staff say the project would require dedicated city resources and consultant funding, with detailed 2027 costs to be considered during budget deliberations.

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