In January 2024, the City of Saint John secured funding to implement its Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan. To meet the goals of Initiative #6: Zoning Bylaw Reform and support the Affordable Housing Action Plan, the City is reforming its Zoning By-Law to enable diverse housing options. The proposed amendments aim to address housing shortages by fostering gentle density and "missing middle" developments.
Key outcomes include:
• Enabling as-of-right development for four-unit residential buildings within fully
serviced Primary Development Areas (PDA).
• Supporting six-unit developments in designated Intensification Areas.
• Increasing height and density options for medium density residential zone.
• Establishing enhanced design, landscaping, parking, and amenity standards for low- and mid-rise developments.
These changes align with the Municipal Plan SJ, which prioritizes housing diversity and density to accommodate Saint John’s evolving housing needs.