The City is now waiving certain development application fees when an application creates intensification on a site within City Centre, Heritage and North Central. View the fee schedule.Opens in new window
For an overview of our planning and development processes, view the City of Regina Development GuideOpens in new window.
Secondary & Concept Plan Applications
Secondary Plans guide growth and development for large areas within the city such as neighbourhood development or commercial areas. They also provide direction for major land use decisions and set out infrastructure requirements. Secondary plans are adopted by City Council and approved by the province.
Concept Plans provide detailed directions for smaller areas of land such as an infill site or single phase of a larger development. They also guide the review and development applications for specific sites in the area as well as the type of zoning. Concept plans are adopted and approved by City council.
The application process for these plans starts with the Secondary Plan & Concept Plan Application FormOpens in new window. Applicants are encouraged to review the Secondary Plan & Concept Plan GuidelinesOpens in new window for an overview of the process. The Complete Neighbourhood Review ToolOpens in new window is also an important part of your plan application.
Development Applications
Once a concept plan is approved, the land can be zoned and subdivided. This is done under the Zoning Bylaw and Subdivision Bylaw. Find application forms to start the review process for rezoning, subdivision and discretionary use. If you are unsure of what applications you may need, contact us to discuss your project.
Land use zones apply to all parcels of land in the city. Zoning determines the possible permitted and discretionary uses of the land parcel, as well as regulations about lot size, coverage, placement of buildings among others.
Subdivision is the division of land to enable the legal registration of streets and parcels of land. Land is subdivided into parcels and lots to accommodate various developments. Subdivisions also create or move property lines.
Development permit applications determine if the use of land, building or other structures may be developed at a specific location. A permit will be issued authorizing a development according to the Zoning Bylaw. Refer to the Application TipsOpens in new window to help us help you.
Discretionary use applications determine if the use of land, buildings or other structures may be developed at the specific location at the discretion of City Council.
Building Certificates provide property owners with a written record of compliance and status for many of the City’s building and property processes.
Development Resources
The City of Regina has manuals, guidelines and specifications that outline standards for various elements of development.
- Design StandardsOpens in new window
- Standard Construction Specifications
- Developer/Consultant Field Services GuidelinesOpens in new window
- Servicing Agreements: Standard Conditions ManualOpens in new window
Development Application Fees
Submit your application, along with all required documents and the appropriate fee, to City Hall. Ensure the information on your application is as accurate as possible as the form acts as the basis for a legally binding decision.
Our fee schedule outlines zoning, development, condominium and supplemental fees.
| Zoning Administrative Fees | |
|---|---|
| Building Sitting Certificate | $147 |
| Portable Sign Permit | $44 |
| Permanent Sign Permit | $260 |
| Permanent Sign Permit - Video | $500 |
| Wall Sign Encroachment | $231 |
| Projecting Sign Encroachment | $336 |
| Minor Variance | $50 |
| Zoning Certification Letter | $147 |
| Zoning Appeal | $300∞ |
| Development Application Fees | |
| Discretionary Use1,2 | Standard $2,500* Complex $5,000* |
| Zoning Amendment1,2 | Minor $3,500* Major $5,400* |
| Contract Zone | Standard $3,500* Complex $6,400* |
| Official Community Plan Amendment1,2 | Minor $3,500 Major $5,400 |
| Subdivision Application1 | $1,500 Examination Fee + $175 per Unit (Maximum $5,000) |
| Subdivision Re-approval | $1,500 Examination Fee + $175 per Unit (Maximum $5,000) |
| Leasehold Parcel Approval | $230 |
| Concept Plan Approval | $49,900* |
| Concept Plan Amendments | $16,600* |
| Minor Concept Plan Amendments | $5,400* |
| Closure Application | $1,450 |
| Severance Application | $1,000 Examination Fee + $100 per Lot |
| Condominium Application Fees | |
| Bare Land | $1,500 Examination Fee + $175 per Unit (Maximum $5,000) |
| New Development or Non-Residential Conversion | $1,500 Examination Fee + $175 per Unit (Maximum $5,000) |
| Residential - Condominium Conversion | TBD |
| Supplemental Fees | |
| Additional Public Notification Signage | $248 |
| Advertising Fee | $750 |
1Multiple Applications: For any combination of Official Community Plan Amendment, Subdivision Plan, Zoning Amendment or Discretionary Use, fees will be reduced by 25%
2Application fee waived if the application supports higher intensity land uses that will facilitate intensification opportunities on a site(s) within the City Centre, Heritage and North Central neighbourhoodsOpens in new window. For full conditions, please refer to The Development Application Fee BylawOpens in new window, Appendix B.
∞Maximum fee permitted under Provincial legislation
*One Public Notification Signage Fee Included
Development Charges
Growth creates an extra cost for the City as infrastructure and services need to be in place before growth occurs, as well as after, to maintain service levels for residents.
The City uses Development Charges to help pay for new infrastructure and services required to support growth, like water treatment plants, water and sewer mains, roads, parks and recreational facilities.
