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What is a Zoning By-law

April 4, 2019Newscommunity, development, education, information, land use planningWest End HBA

What is a Zoning Bylaw? A zoning bylaw controls the use of land in your community. It states exactly: How land may be used Where buildings and other structures can be located The types of buildings that are permitted and how they may be used Lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building heights and … Continue reading What is a Zoning By-law →

Editorial – Greenbelt vs Urban Sprawl

December 9, 2015Editorialsgreenbelt, housing affordability, land use planning, urban sprawlCindy McIntosh

It seems like everyone is talking about the Greenbelt these days. For those in the know, the Crombie report on the Greenbelt and Growth Plan changes is imminent, the result of many months of public consultation and submissions by municipalities, organizations, companies and individuals. For those not as up to date, when the Greenbelt was … Continue reading Editorial – Greenbelt vs Urban Sprawl →