Metal Storage Containers Survey




Background:

Metal storage containers (also known as sea cans) like the one in the photo above are currently only allowed on Osoyoos properties zoned as agricultural or general industrial, and in accordance with these regulations:

1. Maximum of 2, and cannot be stacked

2. Placement guidelines same as for other structures on a property, such as a garage

3. Cannot be placed between a principal building and the front street

NOTE: Metal storage containers may be temporarily placed for construction in all zones with an approved building permit

To support future planning, the Town is seeking your feedback on the use of permanently placed metal storage containers in Osoyoos' residential zones.
1.Do you feel metal storage containers should be allowed on properties zoned as residential?
2.If you answered yes to question 1, do you feel the current regulations (bullets 1-3 above) for placement are sufficient to regulate use in residential zones?
3.Please add your thoughts on why metal storage containers are a concern in residential zones or why you feel it would be beneficial to allow permanent placement in residential zones.
Thank you for taking the survey. Results will be posted at www.osoyoos.ca/surveys after the survey closes on January 31, 2026.