Backyard Suite
permit is issued. If work starts prior to issuing of a building permit, you will be subject to a
surcharge. Tax Exemptions In the core and certain inner city areas,
backyard suites are eligible for a 25% tax exemption for 5 years, provided that the unit is used
for long-term rental purposes (i.e., not an Airbnb and not for commercial or personal use). Learn
more about our Housing Incentives Program. Frequently Asked Questions What are the benefits of
Backyard Suites? Backyard Suites offer a number of benefits: More privacy and light than Secondary
Suites Create diverse housing options, allowing downsizers to stay in the neighbourhood or
multigenerational families to live at the same address (for example, a senior couple can
age-in-place by moving into a Backyard Suite. The principal residence can be occupied by their
children and family or be rented out for additional income.) Provide extra income as rental or
short-term accommodation Foster complete communities, efficient use of infrastructure and services,
and financial and environmental sustainability for the community New residents are new customers of
local businesses With more eyes on the street, there is increased safety in laneways What’s the
difference between a Backyard Suite and an accessory building used as a home office, gym, or craft
room? The definition for Backyard Suite uses the term ‘self-contained unit,’ which means it has its
own amenities like a bathroom and kitchen. It will also need its own entrance. Can I have both a
Secondary Suite and a Backyard Suite? On September 25, 2025, Regina City Council approved
amendments to The Regina Zoning Bylaw to allow for a Dwelling, Backyard Suite to be on the same lot
as a building that contains a Dwelling, Secondary Suite as long as the number of units per lot does
not exceed the maximum. The number of units can include a combination of principal and secondary
unites as long as all regulations are met. The maximum number of dwellings per lot shall be four
within the Intensification Boundary and two outside the Intensification Boundary. Have the
regulations changed for garages and sheds that aren’t Backyard Suites? Yes, property owners can now
build garages and sheds (accessory buildings) that are 80 square metres in the area instead of the
75 square metres permitted previously. However, the space will add to the floor area of the main
house and must still follow the rules on maximum area, setbacks, etc. Do I need my neighbour’s
permission to build a Backyard Suite? The Zoning Bylaw regulates Backyard Suites as a permitted use
in Residential zones that allow Secondary Suites. ...
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Welcome to Regina’s City Centre
ts and the primary venue for large indoor and outdoor trade shows, festivals and sporting events.
Find out what’s happening at REAL District on their website: Welcome
to the REAL District Warehouse District The Warehouse District is a vibrant and eclectic area that
blends local history with entertainment and entrepreneurship with local restaurants, goods and
service providers. To learn more about local businesses in the area, visit the Warehouse Business
Improvement District website: Regina's Warehouse District | The Soul
of the City The District also includes the Yards – a former railyard site that will support new
development and investment in City Centre. Centre Square Centre Square is a centrally located
neighbourhood recognized for its historic residential character and close connections to both
Downtown and Wascana Park. The planning framework for this area is being updated to explore
potential opportunities to promote future growth and investment. To learn more, visit: Centre
Square Planning Study | Be Heard Regina Wascana Centre Wascana Centre is a popular destination at
the heart of Regina for all residents and visitors to enjoy recreation and natural beauty. ...
Moving to Regina
rdable homeownership grant after meeting the eligibility requirements. Building a Home - Regina
& Region Home Builders’ Association has an extensive website
that provides a lot of consumer information on building a new home or renovating an existing home.
Renting a Home - You can look for rental properties on rentals.ca, usedregina.com or
regina.kijiji.ca. Some of these websites also can help you find and
purchase used furniture and household items. The City works with non-profit and private sector
organizations to encourage and promote affordable housing in Regina. If you are seeking an
affordable rental property, view the list of organizations and developers providing affordable
rental through the City of Regina’s housing incentives. The Regina Housing Authority offers a range
of housing assistance for low-income householders who otherwise cannot afford safe, adequate rental
housing. If you need temporary accommodations, Regina has many hotels and motels which can be found
the Regina Hotel Association website. Utilities Water and sewer
services are City-owned. SaskTel supplies telecommunication products and services. SaskPower and
SaskEnergy supply electricity and natural gas. Resources & Major Industries Regina’s
resource-based economy is fuelled by agriculture, oil and gas production and development, as well
as telecommunications. Regina has been named one of the most affordable places to do business in
western North America several times over the past few years. Economic Development Regina Inc. (EDR)
attracts new business to the area and fosters the growth of existing businesses. Services for
Newcomers The City of Regina welcomes people from around the world. Our diversity defines us.
Language is an important part of becoming comfortable in a community. Languages transmit cultures,
values and traditional knowledge and plays an important role in promoting sustainable futures. We
look forward to you calling Regina ‘home’ and participating in many cultural and recreational
services that we are proud to offer our residents. The City of Regina never asks anyone for their
immigration status to access any of the services we provide. The City of Regina encourages all
immigrants, refugees and temporary residents to contact the Newcomer Welcome Centre. The Centre
provides information, assessments and other supports to help you and your family make a more
successful transition to life in our community. Other organizations that specialize in services to
immigrants are Regina Open Door Society, Regina Immigrant Women Centre, Assemblée communautaire
fransaskoise, Ukrainian Canadian Congress and Catholic Family Service’s Newcomer Centre Career
& Support Services Centre. Start with the Language Assessment and Referral Centre (LARC). They
will assess you and refer you to one of four Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada
organizations: Regina Open Door Society Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Immigrant Women Centre
University of Regina Other organizations dedicated to helping immigrants and newcomers with
language services are: The Regina Public Library offers free lessons in English as an Additional
Language. Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus offers extensive English language services for
adult newcomers. There are English language classes for permanent residents, temporary foreign
workers, international students and Canadian citizens as well as assessments: International English
language Testing System (IELTS), Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLBA), and Canadian
English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP). Regina Open Door Society Language Assessment
and Referral Centre
