Housing

Recent stories about housing


Mid-block infill under construction
city council business

Housing advocates on both sides unhappy with proposed infill changes

As Edmonton city council prepares to decide what to do with some proposed changes to bylaws governing infill, neither opponents nor supporters of infill development are likely to be satisfied with the outcome.

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A grey and white multi-unit infill development.
city council business

On the agenda: Zoning bylaw, Happy Beer Street, tax forgiveness

This week, councillors are scheduled to discuss proposed changes to the zoning bylaw, an entertainment district on Happy Beer Street, and whether they should forgive taxes for a handful of non-profits.

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A man in a navy suit and blue glasses.
city council region

Regional collaboration still desired, despite Edmonton Global exodus: Knack

Although several municipalities have left Edmonton Global, mayors in the metro region remain dedicated to regional economic development rather than going their own way, says Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.

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A photo of a white and yellow six-storey housing development.
housing

Edmonton's zoning reforms, partnerships draw praise at housing symposium

While Edmonton's zoning reforms, collaborative housing programs, and modern construction methods are earning national praise, the city still struggles to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.

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A newspaper clipping with the headline 'If it starts with 'R,' try Riverbend
history housing

A moment in history: Dec. 12, 1979

On this day in 1979, the city's plan for naming the roads in Riverbend's new neighbourhoods came to light.

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A house is under construction next to a smaller, older blue house.
housing history

Heritage experts suggest residents pursue preservation

Heritage experts who spoke during a Taproot Exchange event said Edmonton's future will include infill but that keeping people on board will mean being sensitive to the character of mature neighbourhoods.

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Seven waste receptacles behind an infill development.
housing waste

How Edmonton is managing infill garbage-cart creep

The city is adapting how it collects waste from infill housing to address concerns about alleyways becoming cluttered with garbage carts.

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A home under construction next to an older home in Garneau
housing infill

Groups target turning character homes into co-ops to protect neighbourhood heritage

Some residents of mature Edmonton neighbourhoods are working to create ways to preserve the character of their neighbourhoods by converting older homes into co-op housing.

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An overhead view of a downtown park.
downtown housing

Warehouse Park begins mission to activate downtown with opening celebrations

The City of Edmonton is preparing to open the 1.81-hectare O-day'min Park on Nov. 7, with events planned until Nov. 16 at the new facility.

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