Neighbourhood Plans are an important part of Design Regina, the Official Community Plan’s (OCP). The OCP provides high-level direction for growth and development in the city, while Neighbourhood Plans use the OCP as a base to more specifically define where and how growth should occur within our neighbourhoods.
The new Neighbourhood Plans will inform development decisions in our existing areas providing residents, community members, and the development community with more certainty around how the neighbourhood is intended to evolve over time.
Community Engagement
Conversations with the community are important in developing these Plans. Community Associations, residents and other community members will be invited to share their thoughts through the process of developing their Neighbourhood Plan. The conversations will focus on:
- reviewing the existing land use and considering opportunities for housing, amenities and services to support the development of complete neighbourhoods,
- identifying unique characteristics in building and land use forms within the neighbourhood, and
- determining where and how intensification (i.e. development that results in more residential units or an increase in area of commercial, office, institutional and industrial resulting from new development) could occur to take advantage of existing infrastructure and other services to foster the City’s financial viability and long-term plan for growth.
Community residents will receive further information in their mailboxes as we move forward on the Neighbourhood Plan reviews.
Hillsdale Neighbourhood Plan
In an effort to help contain the spread of COVID-19, the City of Regina has postponed all in-person public engagement and moved to virtual engagement options.
The Hillsdale Neighbourhood Plan virtual engagement session is planned for late February, 2021. A hard paper copy will also be available to fill out if preferred.
Watch your mailbox in the new year for more information and don’t forget to sign up for updates on the program below!
Feedback will inform Hillsdale’s first-ever Neighbourhood Plan that will guide future development as our population grows.
Al Ritchie Neighbourhood Plan
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Al Ritchie Ideas Fair and provided feedback in person and online. Your input will help shape the development of the Al Ritchie Neighbourhood Plan. The next engagement session to review options is planned for late January, 2021. Please watch your mailbox and check back here for updates.
View the engagement summary of the Al Ritchie Ideas Fair from November 21, 2019.
Feedback will be used to inform options for Al Ritchie’s first-ever Neighbourhood Plan that will guide future development as our population grows.
Questions? Send us an email.
Video Transcripts
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Neighbourhood Life Cycles |
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It’s time to develop new Neighbourhood Plans for mature communities throughout Regina. |
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Communities evolve over time and face a constant cycle of growth and change for both infrastructure and residents. |
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As neighbourhoods age, buildings require maintenance to remain practical. |
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What was a desirable home at the start of a neighbourhood’s life cycle…may not meet the needs of today’s residents. |
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Allowing for a variety of housing types in our mature neighbourhoods means new owners can move in… seniors can age in their communities…schools stay open… businesses stay strong… and new amenities have an opportunity to thrive. |
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Neighbourhood Planning |
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Design Regina, the City’s Official Community Plan, sets the stage for long-term development as we prepare for our population to grow to 300,000 people over the next 20 years. |
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Many of the City’s Neighbourhood Plans have not been updated in 30 years, and some neighbourhoods don’t even have one. |
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As we grow, the City of Regina is committed to developing complete neighbourhoods that are living, dynamic and unique entities that evolve over time. |
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Working with residents and stakeholders, new plans will support mature neighbourhoods to ensure they continue to thrive, as we look at new ways to accommodate needs into the future. |
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As plans are developed, we’ll use Design Regina and the Zoning Bylaw as a base to engage residents in conversation. |
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Specifically, conversations will focus on how land is used, and what houses and buildings could look like, within each neighbourhood. |
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It’s an opportunity to have a say in future development, and provide input into how your neighbourhood could change to accommodate growth. |
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What makes your neighbourhood great? What could make it better? (We want to know!) |
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Get Involved. Find out when we’re coming to a neighbourhood near you. |
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Growth & Redevelopment |
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Over the years, neighbourhoods fluctuate as the makeup of families change. We want to attract people to mature neighbourhoods to keep schools and businesses open. |
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Infrastructure updates and decisions about new services are impacted by the amount of people living in an area. |
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We need to identify opportunities for growth and redevelopment, while appreciating what makes each area special and unique. |
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Having diverse housing options for people of all ages, incomes and lifestyles, helps to create liveable, vibrant communities. |
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Whether you’re looking for a place to start out, grow a family, or settle down, revitalizing a neighbourhood provides more choice. |
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Now is the time to get excited about local growth planning. It ensures communities retain their unique character, and continue to thrive – now and into the future. |
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Get Involved. Find out when we’re coming to a neighbourhood near you. |
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What is a Neighbourhood Plan?
A Neighbourhood Plan in a mature area is a legal document, approved by City Council, developed by community residents and the City. It is intended to provide direction on where and how future growth should occur within a neighbourhood. It takes into consideration how land is used, what buildings could look like, and identifies unique characteristics of a neighbourhood to ensure it retains its identity.
Why is it important to me?
Neighbourhoods evolve over time as do those who live there. How the area was originally built may no longer meet the needs of existing and future residents. Regina’s population is expected to grow to 300,000 over the next 20 years, and some of this will take place in established neighbourhoods. Neighbourhood Planning is important for local growth and development in our city. This is an opportunity to have input into how your neighbourhood could change to accommodate growth and development over time.
It’s important to create walkable, liveable and enjoyable communities that people are proud to live in.
Why are you creating these now?
Design Regina, our Official Community Plan, was created in 2013 which provides overall guidance for growth and development. Recently, the Zoning Bylaw was approved by City Council, which means the next steps of planning for growth are at the neighbourhood level.
How long does a Neighbourhood Plan take to create?
On average, it will take one year to develop a Neighbourhood Plan from start (background research and resident engagement) to finish (Council approval).
What is an Ideas Fair?
An Ideas Fair is a come and go community session that provides residents with opportunities to learn through visual displays and conversations, and share ideas through written comments and feedback forms.
How can I get involved?
The City of Regina will be developing Neighbourhood Plans in consultation with residents for 31 mature neighbourhoods over the next eight years. Sign up above for regular updates to ensure you are notified when your neighbourhood is next!
Prioritizing the Development of Neighbourhood Plans
The Sequencing Plan provides the order for developing these plans over the short, medium and long term. The Neighbourhood Plans to be initiated in the short-term have been prioritized based on the level of change already occurring and the availability of an existing Neighbourhood Plan. Sequencing will be confirmed annually.
Short Term Plans (0-5 years)
| 1. Al Ritchie (No Existing Plan) | 6. Boothill (No Existing Plan) |
| 2. Hillsdale (No Existing Plan) | 7. Heritage (1984) |
| 3. Whitmore Park (No Existing Plan) | 8. Warehouse District (1996) |
| 4. North Central (1989)* | 9. Gladmer Park (2007) |
| 5. Centre Square (1989) | 10. Cathedral (1988) |
Short Term Plans have been organized based on the order in which the plans will proceed.
*The prioritization and timing of the North Central Neighbourhood Plan may vary depending on the Taylor Field Neighbourhood (RRI) Planning Process.
Medium Term Plans (5+ years)
| Arcola East | Lakeview |
| Coronation | McNab |
| Dewdney East | Regent Park |
| Dieppe | Rosemont/Mount Royal |
| Downtown | Ross Industrial |
| Eastview |
Medium Term Plans have been listed alphabetically and will be sequenced at a later date.
Long Term Plans
| Albert Park | Prairie View |
| Argyle Park | Sherwood/McCarthy |
| Normanview | Twin Lakes |
| Normanview West | Uplands |
| North East | Walsh Acres/ Lakeridge/ Garden Ridge |
Long Term Plans have been listed alphabetically and will be sequenced at a later date.
