How close is Rainbow Neighbourhood to Whistler Village, ski resorts, and other popular attractions?
Rainbow is a 6 minute drive to Whistler Village, or approximately a 5km bike ride along Whistler’s paved Valley Trail. It is 1.5kms to Meadow Park and Meadow Park Sports Centre, 20 minutes to Pemberton, and every property in Rainbow is walking distance to parks, public transportation, a grocery store, cafés, and more in the Rainbow Neighbourhood.

What is the process for purchasing a vacant lot in Rainbow Neighbourhood, Whistler BC?
Together with your REALTOR®, you would write up an offer on your lot of choice. Your REALTOR® would then present your offer to the listing REALTOR® and possibly the owner of the lots at Rainbow. If accepted, once any subjects are removed, and the transaction is closed, congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a spectacular piece of Whistler.

Are there any financing options available for buying a vacant lot in Rainbow Neighbourhood?
The best way to determine your financing options is to speak to your mortgage broker. If you’d like us to introduce you to a mortgage broker, please let us know and we’ll connect you with experts familiar with financing Whistler properties.

What are the zoning and land use regulations for vacant lots in Rainbow Neighbourhood?
Comprehensive Development Zoning applies to the Neighbourhood of Rainbow in Whistler, BC. Contact us or visit rainbowwhistler.com for a copy of the CD-1 zoning bylaw.

Are there any environmental concerns or protected areas in or around Rainbow Neighbourhood that could affect the development of a vacant lot?
Riparian lands (nearby creek) and associated setbacks apply and may affect neighbouring lots. Build sites have been predetermined. Please see the site plans for more information.

What types of utilities and services are available to lots in Rainbow Neighbourhood (e.g., water, sewer, electricity, internet)?
Municipal water, sewer, Fortis natural gas, inground fibre optic and cable internet from Telus and Shaw are all serviced to the lots lines.

How is the property tax rate calculated for vacant lots in Rainbow Neighbourhood, and what are the approximate annual taxes? Property taxes in Whistler are calculated by applying a mil rate to every $1000 of assessed value, plus flat rate utility taxes and fees for water, sewer, and solid waste services. These flat rate fees are the same for all properties regardless of assessed value. There is also a school tax applied by a mil rate per $1000 of assessed value. Helpful Resources: the 2023 Tax Rate Table as well as the 2023 Whistler Property Tax Guide.

Are there any planned future developments or infrastructure projects in Rainbow Neighbourhood that might impact the value or enjoyment of a vacant lot?

For Rise on Bear Paw Trail: These are the last available lots on this side of Bear Paw Trail in Rainbow, and they are located at higher elevations than the nearest neighbouring properties. Future development is not anticipated with the exception of one remaining single family home lot across the street and to the north of Rise on Bear Paw. Notably, even this single family home lot is not within the view corridors of the lots on Rise and it sits at a lower elevation than the build sites on Rise.

For Enclave on Ski Jump Rise: A neighbouring lot just before the turnoff to Enclave (bound by the the treed creek area bordering these lots) is slated for the development of 15 or 16 townhouses. These townhomes would have a lower elevation and the treed barrier of the creek. Additionally, there is a large 15 acre lot zoned for single family estate just to the south of Rainbow, and while not currently planned, it is conceivable that this lot could be accessed by Ski Jump Rise in the future.