Proposal Aims to Expand East Side Mini-Home Park

A significant expansion to an existing mini-home park in Saint John’s east side is up for consideration. The City of Saint John’s Common Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposal that would rezone 5.5 hectares of land near Rex Hurley Boulevard and Glen Road for development.

According to a public notice issued by the City, the change is required to allow for the extension of a current mini-home park. The proposal involves several key changes to the city’s land use plans for two parcels of land identified as portions of PID 00302778 and 00420802.

What the Rezoning Means

To move forward, the project needs Council to approve three specific amendments:

• Municipal Plan Redesignation: The land’s designation would change from ‘Rural Resource Area’ and ‘Park and Natural Area’ to ‘Stable Residential’.
• Primary Development Area Expansion: The boundary of the Primary Development Area (PDA) would be extended to include this land, officially marking it for growth.
• Zoning By-Law Amendment: The land would be rezoned from ‘Rural (RU)’ to ‘Mini-Home Park (MP)’.

These technical changes are essential steps to permit the construction and placement of new mini-homes in the area.

How You Can Participate

Your voice matters in this decision. Common Council will host a public hearing where residents can express their views on the proposed amendments. The hearing is scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

If you wish to speak at the hearing or submit a written objection, you need to register in advance. You can do this by contacting the Office of the City Clerk at CityClerk@saintjohn.ca.

For specific questions about the proposal, you can reach out to city staff. All contact information is available in the official public notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being proposed?

The proposal is to amend the Municipal Plan and rezone a 5.5-hectare parcel of land to allow for the expansion of an existing mini-home park.

Where is the land located?

The property is situated near Rex Hurley Boulevard and Glen Road on the east side of Saint John. It involves portions of PIDs 00302778 and 00420802.

Why is this change necessary?

The current zoning, ‘Rural (RU),’ does not permit a mini-home park. The land must be rezoned to ‘Mini-Home Park (MP)’ for the proposed expansion to be legal.

How can I share my opinion?

You can share your opinion by registering to speak at the public hearing on February 9, 2026, or by sending a written submission to the City Clerk’s office. You must register with the City Clerk beforehand to participate.