Edmonton is growing and changing, and so is the city’s housing supply. Neighbourhoods are changing too.
The city needs to build up as well as out to meet the needs of Edmontonians today and tomorrow. Allowing different types of housing at different price points for all stages of life will help keep Edmonton livable, affordable and sustainable. That’s how we grow.
Housing Information Session
Do you have questions about new types of housing and how they might fit into your neighbourhood? Join us for the next housing information session to learn how and why Edmonton is growing.
Residential Infill
Your Neighbourhood
Know what's happening in your neighbourhood, who your City Councillors are and find the closest city amenities and services.
Housing Redevelopment: What to Expect
Resources and tips for neighbours of new developments.
Development Compliance
Find out how the City promotes sustainable and responsible development through education, compliance and, where necessary, enforcement.
Affordable Housing
In Development
Learn more about City-funded affordable and supportive housing developments near you.
How To Access Housing
Find out how to access emergency shelter, affordable and supportive housing, seniors housing and other resources.
Support for Renters
Get help and advice from the City’s Tenant Support team and sign up for free Rent Ready courses.
Design Guides
A range of housing types can help Edmontonians find a home that works for their needs. Explore the City’s how-to guides.
Backyard Housing, also known as garage suites or garden suites, is self-contained and located in the rear yard of a residential property.
Secondary suites are self-contained units within a larger house with its own separate entrance from the principal dwelling.
A Point Access Block is the name for a building with a single staircase as a way to exit the building.
Affordable Housing Interactive Dashboard
Learn more about Edmontonians’ housing needs and find up-to-date information on how the City is creating more affordable and supportive housing through our interactive dashboard.
Guiding Documents
City Plan (38MB)
Learn more about the choices we need to make to be a healthy, urban and climate resilient city of two million people that supports a prosperous region.
Zoning Bylaw
Learn more about the rules for what can be built where and the types of businesses and activities that can happen on a property.
Affordable Housing Strategy 2023-2026
Explore how the City of Edmonton helps create affordable and supportive housing across Edmonton.