| Category | Document | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Engagement Reports | What We Heard Report: Public Engagement (September-December 2022) (12.65 MB) | A summary of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative’s citywide Refine-level public engagement period and feedback that took place between September and December 2022. |
| Conversation Starters | Fostering 15-Minute Communities Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted how the draft Zoning Bylaw's proposed changes would support The City Plan's "15-minute community” concept, an idea where a city’s residents are able to meet most of their needs within a 15-minute walk, roll or transit trip from their home. |
| Conversation Starters | Guiding Neighbourhood Redevelopment Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted the draft Zoning Bylaw's proposed changes to guide how neighbourhoods are redeveloped. |
| Conversation Starters | Enabling Growth in Nodes and Corridors Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted how the draft Zoning Bylaw's proposed changes would support the development of nodes and corridors (densely populated, mixed-use areas that are accessible by a wide range of mobility options). |
| Conversation Starters | Changing the Way We Regulate Uses Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted the draft Zoning Bylaw's proposed changes on how the City regulates land uses. |
| Conversation Starters | Supporting Greater Climate Resilience Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted the draft Zoning Bylaw’s proposed actions to address climate change. |
| Conversation Starters | Supporting Development in Edmonton Conversation Starter (September 2022) | Highlighted how the draft Zoning Bylaw's proposed changes would make the development process easier in Edmonton. |
| Discussion Papers | Overview of Discussion Papers (July 2020) | An overview of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative, and the role and purpose of the July 2020 discussion papers. |
| Discussion Papers | Nodes and Corridors Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Shows how a network of strategically located nodes and corridors could be incorporated into Edmonton's proposed new Zoning Bylaw |
| Discussion Papers | Residential Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Describes how the residential zones in the proposed new Zoning Bylaw can support Edmonton's residential neighbourhoods as they evolve over time. |
| Discussion Papers | Commercial and Industrial Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlines how Edmonton's Commercial and Industrial Zones are a key part of the Zoning Bylaw, contributing to Edmonton's economic growth, a diverse economy and employment opportunities for Edmontonians. |
| Discussion Papers | Agricultural and Rural Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlines that effective zoning rules for agriculture allow the City to play its part in supporting and investing in a sustainable regional food system. |
| Discussion Papers | Open Spaces and Civic Services Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlines how the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative provides the opportunity to ensure the development and preservation of the green network is done effectively and sustainably. |
| Discussion Papers | Special Area Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | This paper highlighted the Zoning Bylaw Renewal's proposed approach on how Special Area Zones, which differ from the standard residential, commercial and industrial zones, could be used in Edmonton's proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Discussion Papers | Direct Control Zones Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Describes how a Direct Control zone is typically sought when a proposed development diverges from the uses or zoning regulations currently allowed on the site, and a standard zone would not meet the needs of the site or development. |
| Discussion Papers | Notifications and Variances Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlined the City's responsibility to help notify residents of projects relevant to them as their neighbourhood continues to grow and change. |
| Discussion Papers | Overlays Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Discusses the initial approach to overlays, which is an additional set of rules applied to a defined area to achieve a specific purpose. |
| Discussion Papers | Signs Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Describes how the development of signs on private and public property need to comply with the regulations in the Zoning Bylaw. |
| Discussion Papers | Climate Resilience and Energy Transition Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlines suggested actions for how Edmonton's proposed new Zoning Bylaw could support climate resilience and energy transition based on strategies and action plans developed by the City. |
| Discussion Papers | Economy Discussion Paper (July 2020) | Outlines what role the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative has to play in supporting Edmonton businesses and our local economy. |
| Studies | University of Alberta Study (June 2021) | This study, funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), explores the intersection between zoning, equity, and human rights. |
| Studies | Technology and Implementation (January 2021) | This study explored the City’s services, processes and technology, and how changes to Edmonton's Zoning Bylaw could improve the user experience for both internal and external stakeholders. |
| Engagement Reports | Youth Engagement Report (2022) | In collaboration with Edmonton Public Schools and City Hall School, students shared their ideas around land use concepts like housing, open space and mobility through a variety of engagement activities in 2022. |
| Engagement Reports | What We Heard Report: Public Engagement (June-July 2021) | Public engagement activities focused on three specific topics, each with a range of ideas to explore: approach to zones, approach to uses and approach to residential areas. |
| Engagement Reports | What We Heard Report: Public Engagement (May 2023) | A summary of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative’s citywide Refine-level public engagement period and feedback that took place in May 2023. |
| Engagement Reports | Public Engagement Recap (June-July 2023) | A high-level summary of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative’s extended Advise-level engagement period that took place from June 1 to July 30, 2023. |
| Engagement Reports | Public Engagement Summary | A detailed overview of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative's public engagement activities, including highlights from each phase of the initiative (October 2018 to August 2023). |
| Engagement Reports | GBA+ & Equity Toolkit: Community Conversations (2020) | Conversations with community members were facilitated to explore and understand how zoning affects Edmontonians’ daily lives in 2020. Explicit attention was given to ensuring people, specifically Black, Indigenous, and racialized, underrepresented and marginalized communities were invited to participate. |
| Engagement Reports | What We Heard Report: Discussion Papers (2020) | A summary of the feedback received through the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative's discussion paper engagement that occurred between July and November 2020. |
| Engagement Reports | City Plan Engagement Data Analysis: Zoning | This report summarizes how previous City Plan engagement data was reviewed through a zoning lens to confirm and validate the direction and philosophy of Edmonton's proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Engagement Reports | What We Heard Report: Public Engagement Events (2018-2019) | A summary of the public engagement activities in 2018 and 2019 that led to the direction and philosophy of Edmonton's proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 1: Urban Planning Committee (April 9, 2019) | Overview of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal principles and approach. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 2: Urban Planning Committee (February 2, 2021) | Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative update and next steps. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 3: Urban Planning Committee | Overview of the approaches and structure of the proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 4: Urban Planning Committee (April 12, 2022) | Initiative update, including proposed zones and next steps. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 5: Urban Planning Committee (November 22, 2022) | First draft of the proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Council and Committee Reports | Report 6: Urban Planning Committee (June 20, 2023) | Second draft of the proposed new Zoning Bylaw. |
| Council and Committee Reports | City Council Public Hearing (October 16 - 23, 2024) | City Council Public Hearing report to adopt the proposed new Zoning Bylaw and city-wide rezoning. |
| Discussion Papers | Philosophy of the New Zoning Bylaw (July 2020) | This philosophy outlined why Edmonton needs a new Zoning Bylaw and what outcomes it will support. |
| Engagement Reports | Public Engagement Snapshot | A one-page overview of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative's public engagement activities from each phase of the initiative (October 2018 to July 2023). |
| Council and Committee Reports | Responses to City Councillor Questions |
Responses to City Councillor questions about the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative. Note: Responses are reflective of project status as of October 2023. |
| Educational Resources |
Rationale for Retiring the Mature Neighbourhood Overlay (December 2023) |
A detailed rationale for the City’s approach to retiring the Zoning Bylaw 12800 Mature Neighbourhood Overlay. Updated December 2023. |
| Educational Resources | A detailed rationale for the City’s approach to retiring the Zoning Bylaw 12800 Main Streets Overlay. Updated December 2023. | |
| Educational Resources | This document outlines the new zones under Zoning Bylaw 20001 and the equivalent zones in Zoning Bylaw 12800. | |
| Engagement Reports | Sentiment Analysis Report (October 2023) | View the sentiment analysis of the feedback received through public engagement activities that took place in May 2023 for Phase 3 of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative: Finalize and Adopt. This report is intended to supplement the Phase 3 What We Heard Report. |
| Educational Resources | Land Use/Zone Matrix | This document outlines the permitted and discretionary uses in each of the standard zones in the new Zoning Bylaw 20001 using a matrix format. Updated December 2023. |
| Educational Resources | Residential Matrix | This document outlines which housing types are permitted or discretionary in the new Zoning Bylaw 20001's Residential and Mixed-Use Zones using a matrix format. Updated November 2023. |
| Educational Resources | What is a Variance? Document | Information about a tool that provides City Development Planners with a degree of flexibility to modify Zoning Bylaw regulations to accommodate exceptional situations. |
The Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative was informed by a series of technical studies, guiding reports and engagement activities.
Note: The resources contained within the document library were developed at various points throughout the Initiative. The documents are a point in time reference and as such their contents may not reflect the current bylaw in effect.
The most up-to-date information can be found on Zoning Bylaw 20001.
Educational Resources
Learn more about zoning, including key terms and facts and answers to frequently asked questions.
Engagement Reports
Read the What We Heard reports and summaries of engagement activities with residents, businesses, industry, community organizations and more.
Council and Committee Reports
Read the final October 2023 City Council Public Hearing report, update reports provided to the Urban Planning Committee throughout the course of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative, and responses to Councillor questions.
Discussion Papers
From July through November 2020, a series of discussion papers were released to support engagement activities during Phase 1 of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative. The papers presented the new Zoning Bylaw’s philosophy and a preliminary approach to land use regulations.
Conversation Starters
From September through December 2022, a series of conversation starters were released to support engagement activities during Phase 2 of the Zoning Bylaw Renewal Initiative. The conversation starters explained the draft Zoning Bylaw’s proposed changes to help support Edmontonians in providing meaningful feedback.
Studies
Read the research and technical studies that helped to inform the Zoning Bylaw.