Hello Mike,
Telsa started dealing with the District of Hope earlier in the year. As a result of our discussions, we determined that no Land Use or Building permits would be required for their proposal except for a driveway access permit which they obtained immediately. Since then, we have had little involvement with their charging station; however, we have heard a few rumours. One was that there was a problem with their zoning but this is false as we do not have concerns with the land use.
If some sort of municipal zoning/bylaw issue standing in the way of obtaining power, then I’m sure BC Hydro would have contacted the District of Hope first. There is one possible problem which is that the parking lot consists of two lots. BC Hydro usually requires an easement to have power lines cross property lines even though the properties are owned by the same person; however, I do not know if this is the case. Regardless, Telsa was advised of this potential problem back on June 2014.
I contacted Telsa directly and they reported that they are still waiting for BC Hydro. They stated that all the paperwork has been completed and their station is ready to go once they have power. They did not have an indication as to when BC Hydro will make the connection.
I’m afraid that’s about all the information I have at this point in time. Telsa did apologize for the delay and are just as anxious for the opening as we are. I hope it is resolved quickly.
Regards,
Scott Misumi, A.Sc.T.
Director of Community Development
District of Hope