Planning
Recent stories about planning
New city team aims to accelerate housing construction
The City of Edmonton has established a housing action team with the goal of scaling up investment in affordable housing and accelerating construction.
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On the agenda: District planning, Horse Hill, Belvedere
This week, Edmonton's city council will hear from the public on district planning, and debate rezoning applications.
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Lack of clarity in district plans could erode trust, councillors say
As a public hearing approaches for a new policy that is meant to shape the development of the city as its population grows, some city councillors are worried the proposed plans could erode trust between Edmontonians and council.
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Calls for public engagement: Castle Downs Park, Blue Quill, Belmont
Here are opportunities to help shape municipal planning on several issues, including planning for a Sturgeon County development, surplus school sites in some Edmonton neighbourhoods, and the future of Castle Downs Park.
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Hangar 11 loss called a crucial moment for Edmonton architecture
Dan Rose swore as he watched the flames destroy Hangar 11 on April 22. "I was like, 'For Christ's sakes, we just can't catch a break,'" he told Taproot.
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Calls for public engagement: Dunluce rezoning, St. Albert comms, shopping local
Here are opportunities to offer feedback on a proposed rezoning for affordable housing in Dunluce, Edmonton's local shopping scene and 311 services, and St. Albert's communication efforts. Please only answer surveys from municipalities where you are a resident.
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Calls for public engagement: Animal control bylaw, McKernan rezoning
Here are opportunities to add to discussions on civic matters that include rezonings in Woodcroft and McKernan, and renewing the city's animal licensing and control bylaw.
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Calls for public engagement: BIAs, Woodcroft rezoning
Here are opportunities to offer your thoughts on civic matters, including a survey on business improvement areas, a project that could increase affordable housing units in Woodcroft, and a draft design of neighbourhood renewal in Overlanders/Homesteader.
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On the agenda: Budget adjustments and rezonings
This week, council returns from a break to start its deliberations on the fall supplemental budget adjustment on Nov. 21, with continuations if required.
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