In a move to address the city’s growing housing needs, the City Council’s approved amendments to the Winnipeg Zoning By-law have officially taken effect. These amendments open the door for residential development on select malls and corridor sites, providing a streamlined process for developers to build multi-family housing.
With the new zoning changes, developers can now apply to construct multi-family residential developments in designated areas without a public hearing, as long as they adhere to specific design and development rules. Appropriate permits will still be required for construction.
Evan Duncan, Chairperson of the Standing Policy Committee on Property & Development, expressed his satisfaction with the changes: “I am proud that we continue to reduce red tape and support multi-family housing at mall sites and along main thoroughfares in a shorter time.”
These amendments align with the goals of the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) and aim to accelerate residential development on selected malls and corridors. The initiative will allow for the construction of more housing options for Winnipeg residents in a shorter timeframe.
“By opening up parking areas around several malls and along select corridors, we will provide more land for new multi-family residential development to help build the complete communities that Winnipeg policies envision,” said Hazel Borys, Director of Planning, Property & Development.
In support of HAF, the City of Winnipeg is also committed to modernizing zoning rules, increasing density near major transit and transportation routes, and providing incentives for housing construction.
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