Development Cost Charges (DCCs) are British Columbia's version of fees charged to developers to fund growth-related infrastructure—called development charges in Ontario and other provinces. Under BC's Local Government Act and Vancouver Charter, municipalities can levy DCCs for roads, drainage, sewage, water, and parkland acquisition. DCCs are calculated through technical studies and must be reasonably related to the infrastructure costs generated by development. Unlike some provinces, BC's DCC framework is more limited in eligible categories—notably excluding soft services like recreation centres and libraries that Ontario can include. Recent provincial housing initiatives have modified DCC rules, including exemptions for affordable and rental housing. Municipalities relying on DCCs face the challenge of funding growth without deterring housing development needed to address affordability challenges.