The Zoning By-law Simplification and Modernization in Low-rise Residential Zones Study is a component of the City’s Housing Action Plan that seeks to achieve or exceed the provincial housing target of 285,000 new homes over the next 10 years. This study will explore potential changes to Zoning By-law 569-2013 with the aim of removing barriers, easing administration, and enabling the creation of more housing.
Potential changes will be guided by three key themes of Simplification, Harmonization, and Modernization.
More information on potential changes under each theme and details about opportunities for input can be found below.
Proposed changes to reduce confusion, remove redundant provisions, and simplify wording where appropriate.
Potential changes include:
Proposed changes to align regulations between building types and zones, as appropriate, to reflect current best practices.
Potential changes include:
Proposed changes to modernize zoning regulations and move towards a more form-based approach to land use regulation.
Potential changes include:
On October 26 and 27, 2023, City Planning hosted virtual public consultation meetings to present proposed zoning changes as part of Phase 1 of the Zoning By-law Simplification and Modernization in Low-rise Residential Zones study. A copy of the consultation presentation is available.
Information on future meetings will be posted on this page.