The Saint John Common Council will review a proposed amendment to the City’s Zoning Bylaw next month. This change affects a specific property in the rural area and would expand the types of housing permitted on the site.

The Proposal

The application focuses on a parcel of land located at 1360 Old Black River Road (PID 00340703). Currently, the 1,563-square-metre lot is zoned as Rural Residential (RR).

City staff are proposing a switch to Rural Mixed Residential (RMX). According to the public notice issued by the City, the specific goal of this rezoning is to permit the placement of a mobile home on the property.

Location Details

The City has provided a map illustrating the exact location of the proposed amendment:

How to Participate

Common Council will consider this amendment during its regular meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

You can inspect the details of the amendment or register to participate in the public hearing by contacting the Office of the City Clerk. If you wish to object to the amendment, you may do so in writing regarding the file, or verbally at the Public Hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the public hearing?

The hearing takes place during the Common Council meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Why is the zoning changing?

The change from Rural Residential to Rural Mixed Residential is intended specifically to allow for the placement of a mobile home on the property.

Who can I contact for more information?

You can reach out to the City Clerk regarding the meeting or contact Planner Yeva Mattson for details on the file.