The City of Lethbridge is asking residents to complete a survey to provide feedback on multiple topics as part of the project. (Photo: Rochelle Sciortino)

By Christian Oldale

City of Lethbridge launches review of aging Land Use Bylaw

Aug 23, 2023 | 11:09 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The City of Lethbridge has launched its new Land Use Bylaw (LUB) Renewal project.

The LUB regulates the development of private land throughout the city and impacts how neighborhoods are developed. The bylaw was first put into effect in 1986, and a comprehensive renewal on the bylaw has not been done since its implementation.

The project will take place over several years and will allow residents to provide feedback on the project as it progresses.

Ross Kilgour, Co-Project Manager, said, “The LUB is really like the DNA of Lethbridge. It controls what uses and types of buildings can be built where, how tall buildings can be, parking requirements, home businesses, and more.”

He added, “It’s a tool to standardize our decision-making processes, and this project will determine what aspects of the use and development of land should be regulated and to what degree.”

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The first phase of the project is focused on the health and well-being of Lethbridge. The City is asking residents to complete a survey to provide feedback on multiple topics, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, and social services.

Mayor Blaine Hyggen said, “A major intention for this project is for it to become more user-friendly and less restrictive for our residents to have a major community impact for the future.”

Residents can keep informed on updates and engagement opportunities on the Get Involved Lethbridge project page.

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