Straightforward small-project permits
For an application that is complete, compliant and within the City’s portion of the process.
2026 Campaign Platform
Practical commitments. Measurable results.
The election has concluded. These seven policy areas preserve the proposals from Dave’s 2026 mayoral campaign: a city that works for the people who live here.
01 Explore the platform
Seven areas. One practical standard.
Each section begins with a clear commitment and keeps the implementation detail available for people who want to look deeper.
01Detailed policy
Getting Things Done
Clear service standards, productive administration, responsible budgets and public accountability for major projects.
Read the full policy02Detailed policy
Local Economy
Business retention, faster approvals, measurable local-business health and commercial streets that work.
Read the full policy03Detailed policy
Housing That Fits People’s Lives
Homes with enough space, useful layouts, secure tenure and options for different stages of life.
Read the full policy04Detailed policy
Getting Around
Transportation ideas that fit North Vancouver, reliable access and better local and regional connections.
Read the full policy05Detailed policy
Growth & Neighbourhood Planning
Meaningful choices before major planning decisions, protected public land and infrastructure alongside growth.
Read the full policy06Detailed policy
Parks, Recreation & Public Life
More useful shared space, disciplined recreation projects and public places designed for everyday community life.
Read the full policy07Detailed policy
Safety, Accessibility & Community
The right response from the right service, accessibility from the beginning and practical relationships that deliver results.
Read the full policyCity Hall service standards
Make routine approvals predictable, measurable and fast.
Applicants should know the requirements, who is responsible for the file and when they can reasonably expect an answer. These standards cover the City’s portion of the process and do not waive provincial or other legal requirements.
Straightforward single-family permits
For an application that is complete, compliant and within the City’s portion of the process.
Straightforward business licences
Where the use is permitted and all City requirements have been satisfied.
- Publish a complete checklist before an applicant spends money.
- Confirm zoning and basic eligibility early.
- Assign one responsible point of contact.
- Run internal reviews in parallel where possible rather than serially.
- Track City-controlled delay, not merely total elapsed time.
- Publish the percentage of files meeting the service standard.
- Ask applicants for structured feedback and fix recurring causes of rework.
City Hall should be accountable for results, not just intentions.
A detailed platform
Clear promises. Supporting detail.
The platform will be presented section by section, with precise claims verified before publication.