Public Comment Period on Intent to Make a Determination
Ramp and Apron Lighting Upgrade – Canadian Forces Base Comox

November 8, 2022 — The Department of National Defence must decide whether the proposed project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

To help inform this decision, the Department of National Defence is inviting comments from the public on the project and its potential effects on the environment. All comments received will be considered public. For more information, individuals should consult the Privacy Notice on the Registry website.

Written comments must be submitted by November 27, 2022 to:
Andrew Eaton, Project Manager
Mailing Address:  PO Box 1000 Station Main, Lazo
British Columbia, Canada, V0R 2K0
E-mail:  Andrew.Eaton@forces.gc.ca

The Proposed Project

The Department of National Defence (DND) is proposing a project. The Ramp/Apron Lighting Upgrade Project will include the removal of the existing lighting system, including lighting bases, fixtures, towers and associated equipment. A centrally located lighting control building will be constructed, and new concrete bases, light standards, light fixtures, power infrastructure and control systems will be installed. This work involves trenching for conduit installation and excavation for other works, which will take place through previously developed and existing grassy, concrete, and asphalt areas. Anticipated equipment includes excavator(s), possibly a horizontal directional drill, flatbed truck, dump truck(s), crane, various vehicles, and handheld tools/equipment.