Policies & By-laws

The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) approximates a municipal council for the local areas on university town community at the University of British Columbia (UBC).

UNA Responsibilities

The UNA is responsible for local regulation of such things as parking, noise, and animal regulation; for managing community and recreational programs and facilities; and for planning future community amenities. The UNA is also responsible for promoting sustainability, maintaining community green spaces, holding elections, liaising with UBC over access to UBC facilities, and liaising with members of other organizations, such as the Vancouver School Board, and Metro Vancouver on issues that affect UNA residents.

Constitution and Bylaws

The Constitution and Bylaws of the UNA provides guidelines for the operation of the Association, including such matters as membership requirements, board meetings, annual general meetings, and elections.

Neighbours' Agreement

The UBC Neighbours’ Agreement is an agreement that deals with the way in which the UNA manages service, financial, and capital matters. This Agreement clarifies the UNA’s relationship with UBC and provides a framework for the governance of the UNA community. 

UNA Noise Rule Public Consultation

For the next 30 days until February 19, 2010, the UNA will be accepting your comments about the UNA Draft Noise Bylaw that has been developed according to the protocol outlined in the Neighbours Agreement section 5.5 and Schedule G.  Click here for details.