Proposal Could Pave Way for New Housing Development

The City of Saint John is considering a significant land use change that could expand an existing residential neighbourhood. According to a public notice issued by the city, Common Council will review a proposal to redesignate and rezone a large parcel of land located near Summit and Clint Drives.

The proposal focuses on an 18-hectare portion of land, which is currently designated as a mix of Rural Resource Area and Park and Natural Area. The city’s stated reason for the change is to extend the existing Low-Rise Residential neighbourhood in the area.

What are the Proposed Changes?

The plan involves several technical changes to the Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law. In simple terms, the proposal aims to:

• Change the land’s official designation to ‘Stable Residential’ to align with surrounding neighbourhoods.
• Extend the city’s Primary Development Area to include this land, signaling it as a priority zone for growth.
• Rezone a 2-hectare section from ‘Rural’ to ‘Low-Rise Residential (RL),’ which would permit the construction of housing like single-family homes or duplexes.

The maps below, provided by the City of Saint John, illustrate the specific areas affected by these proposed changes.

Have Your Say

This proposal is not final. Saint John residents have an opportunity to voice their opinions on the matter. Common Council will hold a special public hearing to discuss the amendments.

The meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

If you wish to participate or submit a written objection, you should contact the Office of the City Clerk in advance. You can reach them by email at CommonClerk@saintjohn.ca.

Frequently Asked Questions

What land is affected by this proposal?

The proposal affects an 18-hectare parcel of land identified as a portion of PID 00311126, located near Summit Drive and Clint Drive.

What is the main goal of this rezoning?

According to the City of Saint John, the primary reason is to extend the existing Low-Rise Residential neighbourhood, creating more space for housing.

What kind of development could happen here?

The change to ‘Low-Rise Residential (RL)’ zoning typically allows for developments such as single-family homes, semi-detached houses, and duplexes.

How can I share my opinion on this?

You can attend the public hearing on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. You can also submit written objections. To register to speak or to get more details on submissions, you must contact the City Clerk’s Office.