Georgia Pacific Gypsum Plant Demolition

Permit issued

March 2020, a project permit was issued to Georgia Pacific Canada Gypsum Holding ULC (the Applicant), to undertake demolition works at their site at 12509 116th Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia where a portion of the proposed project is on federal lands and waters managed by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority.

The project was approved subject to 27 permit conditions that Georgia Pacific Canada Gypsum Holding ULC., must meet to ensure the project does not result in significant adverse environmental effects.

About the project

The project includes the demolition of all upland structures to slab on grade, as well as the demolition of a conveyer system located on a dock that extends into the Fraser River. The wharf and docking structure are to remain, however the conveyor belt, the belt’s supporting structure and related hopper located above are to be demolished and removed from site. The proposed works would take place over a four-month period.

For questions regarding the Project and Environmental Review of the proposed project, please contact Noel Allison, Planner, by email or phone at 604.665.9382