Build your dream home or cottage on Protection Island, in Nanaimo's harbour. Southwest facing lot is bordered by lush parkland &gently slopes up from the road. Privacy & peekaboo views of Nanaimo's harbour & city lights. Site is cleared with driveway, hydro pole & septic tanks in place. Owner has submitted development application to City of Nanaimo, all fees paid. Survey, septic plan & hydro plan complete. Architectural plans by Jonker Custom Building, available upon request. Easy access to several beaches & parks. Protection Island has it's own fire station, floating pub, co-op dock, community garden, hall (beacon House), library, museum & boat launching ramp. Protection is part of the City of Nanaimo, serviced by Municipal water & sewer, BC Hydro, Shaw and Telus. Short ferry ride to downtown Nanaimo, harbour float planes, Helijet, BC Ferries, Nanaimo Airport - live in paradise with all city conveniences just minutes away. **Protection Island is exempt from BC's Speculation Tax**