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usiness Licensing and/or the Fire Department. The temporary street use permit for sidewalk vending is valid for one calendar year and must be renewed annually. If you wish to renew your permit for the current year, you must re-submit your application and payment by February 15. If you do not, the City will allow the location to be open to other applicants. Rules and regulations governing the operation of a sidewalk vending unit are specified in the Traffic Bylaw. For additional permit information, please review Supplemental Sidewalk Vending Permit Conditions and Guidelines. To apply: Initiate a temporary street use permit request at least 45 days before you want to start operating by: Calling Service Regina at 306-777-7000 Submitting a Service Request You will be contacted once the processing has begun to get additional details or required documents, it may take up to 45 days to receive final approval. Requirements vary depending on what merchandise is being sold. Once documentation and requirements have been received and verified, your permit will either be approved or denied. Sidewalk Vending If you wish to sell food from a mobile vending unit on a City street, you need to acquire a permit. The permit for mobile food vending units is an annual permit, valid from the date of issue until December 31 of the year of issue. Rules and regulations governing the operation of a mobile vending unit are specified in the Traffic Bylaw. For additional permit information, please review Supplemental Mobile Vending Permit Conditions and Guidelines. All mobile vendors, regardless of permit or location of operation, must obtain a Fire Safety Compliance Certificate from Regina’s Office of the Fire Marshal to operate within the City of Regina. Email FAST@regina.ca to book an inspection appointment. If the mobile vending unit is not owned by a commercial business, the vendor will need to obtain a Business Licence. To apply: Initiate a temporary street use permit request well in advance of the date you want to start operating by: Calling Service Regina at 306-777-7000. Submitting a Service Request. Review and complete the Mobile Vending Permit Application Form and have the required information ready to submit. You will be contacted once the processing has begun to get additional details and discuss details regarding your permit request. Once all of the required documentation and information has been received and verified, your request will be reviewed and will either be approved or denied. Mobile Vending Transport, Hauling & Storage Permits Hauled Wastewater Site All users disposing of commercially-hauled wastewater at the City's Hauled Wastewater Site must obtain an annual permit. For more information, requirements and how to apply, visit Hauled Wastewater Site. Snow Storage Site All users transporting and dumping snow at the City's Snow Storage Site are required to obtain a permit at a cost of $10 per vehicle. For more information and how to apply, visit Snow Storage Site. Snow Removal A snow removal permit is required to remove snow by mechanical means from parking lots used in conjunction with commercial, educational or institutional establishments between the hours of 10 p.m. in the evening and 7 a.m. the next morning. To apply complete the Snow Removal Permit Application Form and return it to licensing counter on the main floor of City Hall. The cost of the permit is $31 and payment can be made at City Hall. Large vehicles with any dimension exceeding 3.7 m in width, 25 m in length or 4.2 m in height must obtain an over-dimensional move permit from the City of Regina Traffic Department. Over-dimensional moves are only allowed on certain roads indicated on the Over-dimensional Move Map. As the mover, you must have a valid City of Regina Building Mover Business Licence. During the move, you must carry the over-dimensional move permit with you at all times. Additional charges may be applied to the move depending on the route, dimensions and load type. This will be determined when the application is reviewed. To apply Contact Service Regina at 306-777-7000. The City of Regina will require the details of the move at least five working days before your intended move date. Obtain additional permits from other organizations, such as: Building permit from the City of Regina Highway moving permit from the Saskatchewan Department of Highways Crossing permit from CP/CN Rail Road use permit from each rural municipality you travel through Over-Dimensional Moves Event Permits You need a permit to host a block party on your residential street. No liquor is permitted on any portion of City property, including sidewalks, roadways and alleys. Block parties cannot be held on streets with bus routes. Music must be turned off by 10 p.m. If you wish to play music longer, contact the Regina Police Service to arrange for a loud speaker permit. The block party permit fee is $30 and it covers the cost for the City to provide, deliver and pick up barricades for your event. Barricades will be dropped off at your residence the day before the event and picked up the day after the event. If a barricade is lost or damaged during your block party, you will be charged $35 per barricade. To apply Complete the Block Party Permit Application, ensuring that two-thirds of the residents on the street have signed the petition stating they agree to hold a block party. Submit the completed application and petition a minimum of three weeks prior to the requested date of the block party. Submit it to the City of Regina via email at rightofwaypermits@regina.ca or drop-off at Service Regina, Main floor, City Hall, 2476 Victoria Avenue. We recommend you keep a copy of your submission for your records. Upon approval of the temporary street use permit, an approved copy will be sent to the contact person via email or pickup at City Hall. You will only be contacted once your permit has been processed or if additional information is required. Block Party Parade permits are issued by the Regina Police Service. To apply for a parade permit, you must: Complete the Parade Permit Application Form from the Regina Police Service. If more space is necessary, attach a letter containing the information requested in the form. Submit the parade permit and any supporting information to the Chief of Police Office at the Regina Police Service. (Fax: 306-949-7275 or mail: PO Box 196, Regina, SK S4P 2Z8) Wait approximately two weeks for your parade permit to be reviewed and approved. Permit applications submitted less than two weeks before the event may be denied. Parade Special Occasion Permits are required for anyone selling or serving alcohol at an event that is not held in a commercially permitted establishment, a private residence, or another private place. This includes private, invitation-only events as well as public events. Events on City Property If your outdoor event is being held on City of Regina property, Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) will require written permission from the City before they can issue a permit or licence. To receive your permit from SLGA you can apply online, or purchase your permit and liquor at any Saskatchewan liquor retailer. For more information or to apply visit SLGA.com. To apply Submit your completed Special Occasion Event (City Property) Application Form and attachments a minimum of 10 business days in advance of the event. Applications received less than ten days prior to the event may not be approved due to short notice. Once all of the required information has been collected by the City and the application is approved, written notice will be provided to you and SLGA within 14 days. Events Not On City Property For events such as public community events or private events that are held outdoors on non-City owned property where the area has not been permitted to sell or serve alcohol, Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) require written approval from the City of Regina before issuing a permit of licence to serve alcohol. Submit your completed Special Occasion Event (Non-City Property) Application Form and attachments a minimum of 10 business days in advance of the event. Applications received less than ten days prior to the event may not be approved due to short notice. Once all of the required information has been collected by the City and the application is approved, written notice will be provided to you and SLGA within 14 days. 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cannot be reviewed under the following circumstances: If the meter you were parked at was faulty. Please call 306-777-6374 with the meter number to report it. A payment that was received after the 14 days or the early discount date is missed. A parking summons has been issued. You will be responsible for paying the outstanding balance or appearing in court on the specified date listed on your summons. Missing or expired registration tickets. ...

ont Mount Royal Community Association Whitmore Park Community Association Grant Follow-Up: Grant Recipients will be required to submit a Follow Up Report within 30 days of the conclusion of their program. If you require more information, please contact Community Investments at 306-777-7507 or communityinvestments@regina.ca. Winter Initiative Grant Community Associations Sidewalk Snow Clearing Sidewalk Snow Clearing & Snow Angels Program

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upport HAF Initiatives. June City Council approves Phase 3 of the zoning bylaw changes to support HAF Initiatives. July City Council approves the report updating the Development Charges Model to support HAF initiatives. September City Council approves amendments to Neighbourhood Plans to align with previous zoning bylaw changes and support implementation of the City's HAF initiatives. 2025 January Housing Needs Assessment Report to be presented to council for approval. February HAF pilot programs for office conversion, pre-development grants and rent repair for non-profits to be presented to council. TBD Zoning Bylaw updates to enable more development opportunities and increase user experience with the document. This will continue to advance HAF Actions #1-4 and 8. default Types of Housing HAF supports the building and development of various types of housing. This gallery provides a visual guide to show examples of the kinds of housing we already have in our city and others that we would see more of as a result of our HAF initiatives. The models shown are for reference only. Actual development and design may vary. Triplex Cottage Court Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Duplex Stacked Live Work Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Townhouse Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Fourplex Photo credit: Union Studio Architecture/ Nat Rea Cottage Court Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Triplex Live Work Photo credit: Union Studio Architecture/ Nat Rea Duplex Stacked Duplex SBS Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Townhouse Live Work Duplex SBS The models shown are for reference only. Actual development and design may vary. Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Photo credit: Missing Middle Housing/ Daniel Parolek Frequently Asked Questions Expand each question below to learn more about the Housing Accelerator Fund. What are the requirements for participating in the Housing Accelerator Fund? Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) outlined 10 best practices for communities to consider when developing their HAF Action Plans. They are as follows: End exclusionary zoning. Make municipally owned lands available for housing. Increase process efficiency. Prioritize the development approval process for rental and affordable housing. Comprehensive review of development charges and fee schedules. Reduce or eliminate parking standards. Eliminate restrictions (i.e. height) to allow a greater variety in housing types. Develop affordable housing community improvement plans. Design and implement guidelines for pre-approved missing-middle plans. Develop grant programs to encourage the development of housing types that align with the Housing Accelerator Fund. Applications that addressed these best practices were scored higher than those that did not. Is the Housing Accelerator Fund just about affordable housing? While affordable housing is part of many jurisdictions’ programs, including Regina’s, so is market housing. To address the housing crisis, we need to build many more housing types for all economic segments of our community. Why did we apply for it? Regina, like most other cities in North America, is facing a housing crisis. Any additional funding to help address this community crisis is welcome. What exactly is the Housing Crisis I keep hearing about? Simply put, we don’t have enough homes to shelter our residents. This is due to several reasons. First, we haven’t been able to build enough homes to keep up with demand. Second, we don’t have enough housing variety to meet our citizens' diverse needs. Why did we get the amount of funding we did? Each community worked with CMHC to develop a plan to add a specific number of units to their community. In the case of Regina, the goal is to support an additional 1,100 units of housing units above our average annual growth over the next three years (by December 2026). The funding amount is determined by the number of units in the goal. In our case, we were awarded $35,275,000. How is our city going to spend its funds? In our application, we were required to outline the initiatives we planned to implement to reach our goal of 1,100 additional units. Each initiative had an estimated dollar value assigned to it. We are currently examining the best way to allocate funds between the various initiatives. Did we get all the funds at once? Our agreement with CMHC has us receiving the funds over a four-year period. We have received our first advance of $8,818,750, which covers 2023/24. Our second advance will cover the year 2024/25, the third 2025/26 and the fourth (final) will be for 2026/27. Each installment will be for the same amount as the first. Could we see our funding reduced at any time during that period? If we meet the objectives outlined in our agreement within the agreed-upon timeframe, we won’t risk having our funding reduced. We are required to report back to CHMC twice a year to ensure we are staying on track. What can we spend our HAF funds on? Here’s a list straight from our contract with CMHC on what we can spend our HAF funds on. Any initiative included in the Approved Action Plan Investments in affordable housing including: Construction of affordable housing Repair or modernization of affordable housing Land or building acquisition for affordable housing Investments in housing-related infrastructure including: Drinking water infrastructure that supports housing Wastewater infrastructure that supports housing Solid waste management that supports housing Public transit that supports housing Community energy systems that support housing Disaster mitigation that supports housing Brownfield redevelopment that supports housing Broadband and connectivity that supports housing Capacity building that supports housing Site preparation for housing developments Investments in community-related infrastructure that supports housing Local roads and bridges that support housing Sidewalks, lighting, and bicycle lanes that support housing Firehalls that support housing Landscaping and green spaces that support housing How will we be spending our HAF funds? While there will be a small percentage of the HAF funds that will go to the development and administration of the HAF Action Plan initiatives, roughly 3%, the balance will be spread over the other eligible categories (investments in affordable housing, housing-related infrastructure, and community-related infrastructure that support housing). The exact amounts are being determined as we prepare for the 2025 budget. Who decides where the HAF funds get spent? While various areas of the city administration will make recommendations regarding initiatives, programs, and amounts to be spent, ultimately, the City Council has the final say. Recommendations will be made to the City Council as part of the budget process, at which time they will evaluate them as to their alignment with the HAF agreement. Who benefits from these initiatives and programs? Ultimately, all citizens will benefit from our City’s participation in the HAF program. More housing being built means we are able to meet the needs of our growing city. Adding more housing options to many of our existing neighbourhoods will also help ensure that local schools and businesses continue to thrive, that new families can access existing amenities and services, and that people can age in their communities. I like my neighbourhood the way it is now. Why should I support the zoning changes that HAF is making? Everyone has a special connection to their own neighbourhood. Especially if you are a long-time resident. But change is inevitable for all parts of our city. As our workplaces and home lives evolve, so must our neighbourhoods meet the needs of our current and future residents. The zoning amendments being advanced through the HAF Action Plan will allow for gradual change and reinvestment in our established neighbourhoods over time. It will also support continued investment in infrastructure and public amenities and support the ability of residents to age in place and continue to enjoy their neighbourhoods. Will adding density decrease my property value? Based on research and statistics from across North America, there is no evidence to suggest that property values will go down with an increase in density. In fact, many neighbourhoods that have seen incremental growth have also experienced property values increase. What is 'missing middle housing'? Missing middle housing refers to smaller-scale multi-family housing types such as garden suites, secondary suites, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, row houses, and low-rise apartments up to 4 storeys. Over time, these housing options have been developed in many neighbourhoods throughout our city including most recently in new development areas such as Harbour Landing and the Greens on Gardiner. Since at least the early 1990s, the City’s zoning regulations limited the development of these housing options, particularly in established neighbourhoods. Missing middle housing provides more attainable and affordable housing options to meet the needs of new Canadians, families and seniors. What did the city agree to by signing onto the Housing Accelerator Fund? By signing the agreement, the city has committed to carrying out all the actions outlined in the initiatives we have proposed. This includes the delivery of 1070 net new units above our usual housing output over the next four years. Sign Up For Email Updates Receive updates about the City's Housing Accelerator Fund and Expanding Citywide Housing Options initiatives by email. Use the sign-up form below to subscribe. Watch for a subscription confirmation email and click the confirmation link to complete your signup. This email may be in your junk or spam folder. Glossary of Terms Some words and acronyms you might see used when discussing Regina’s Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan initiatives. * These building types are called by different names in the current zoning bylaws and the OCP. Term Meaning Discretionary Use (DU) A use of land, building or other structure that may be permitted in a zone only at the discretion of the development officer where allowed and at a location specified by the City Council.  Duplex* A building with two separate units that can be occupied by two different households. Triplex* A multi-unit building with three units that can be occupied by three different households. Fourplex* A multi-unit building with four units that can be occupied by four different households. The layout can be side-by-side or stacked on each other. Typically, they're a combination of both. Main Transit Route Transit routes that are designated to be served by a higher level of transit, including express buses with limited stops and/or operating at higher frequencies. These routes will form the basis of any future bus rapid transit services. Missing Middle Housing Missing Middle Housing refers to smaller-scale multi-family housing types such as garden suites, secondary suites, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, row houses, and low-rise apartments up to 4 storeys. Parking Minimums Parking minimums are requirements, as dictated by a municipality's Zoning Bylaw, for all new developments to provide a set number of off-street parking spots to cover the demand for parking generated by the development. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Higher-density development in proximity to transit with design qualities that encourage the use of transit, such as a high-quality pedestrian environment and a mix of uses. Transit Hub Points identified in the transit network that serve as a major city-wide destination, is a major transfer location between multiple transit routes, and/or is adjacent to mixed-use or denser areas. A transit node should provide for multi-modal connections and have the potential for transit-oriented development to serve as anchors for transit in local communities. Urban Corridors Lands along an established or new major road, urban arterial or transit corridor that have the potential to provide a focus for higher density or midrise, mixed-use development that facilitates active transportation modes. default Ask questions and join the discussion around the Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan. BeHeard: Expanding Citywide Housing Options

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once they are dropped off? Neuron has staff who will locate, rebalance, or reposition e-scooters as they are parked throughout the day. 4. How do I report sidewalk clutter or abandoned e-scooters? Concerns or reports of improper parking/clutter should be reported directly to the vendor. This can be done through the vendor's app, or through the following: NEURON Phone: 1-306-500-6002 Email: reginasupport@neuron.sg 5. What is the minimum age to ride an e-scooter? The provincial regulations require that e-scooter riders be a minimum age of 16 years old. 6. Is a helmet required to ride an e-scooter? Yes, it is a provincial requirement that e-scooter riders wear a helmet. when using a shared e-scooter you are welcome to use your own or the one that is provided with the e-scooter. 7. What is the cost of the shared e-scooter program to the City? A shared e-scooter program is intended to be cost neutral for the City. 8. Where do I park my e-scooter? E-scooters must park in one of the following areas: In an approved designated parking area In legal vehicle parking areas where there is no time restrictions or parking meters present Please park an e-scooter in a manner that does not create a hazard or obstruction to pedestrians or traffic. Do not park your e-scooters: Within a pay parking, loading zone, or time restricted stall unless marked as a designated e-scooter parking area Within a driving lane On a pathway, or within 1.0 m of a pathway Within shrub beds or 0.5 metres of a tree Within 2.0 metres of a fire hydrant or curb crossing Directly on furniture (such as benches, garbage cans, flowerpots) located on the street, sidewalk, or pathway 9. Where can I ride my scooter? Park Pathways and Multiuse Pathways at a maximum speed limit of 15 km/h Roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less Designated bike lanes* *Note: E-Scooters must remain within a bike lane if one is present on the road they are travelling on. E-scooters cannot operate on: Roads with a speed limit over 50 km/h, unless there is a designated bike lane that the operator must remain in Sidewalks 10. Why are we not allowing e-scooters to ride on sidewalks? Sidewalk riding is prohibited to ensure a safe and minimal impact to pedestrians, accessibility users or other vulnerable people on the sidewalk. 11. Can you double ride on a e-scooter? No, the provincial regulations only allow for one person to ride an e-scooter at a time. 12. What are the environmental benefits of using e-scooters? E-scooters have no emissions during their use and provide the opportunity for users to explore an alternative to passenger vehicles. 13. What e-scooters are allowed on Regina Transit? Only personal e-scooters are allowed on Regina Transit. Shared e-scooters that are rented from Neuron are not allowed on Regina Transit. 14. Where are the slow down areas? Slow down areas with a maximum speed limit of 15 km/h are effective on multi use pathways, park pathways, Pat Fiacco Plaza, and Frederick W. Hill Mall, or in any other slow down areas determined by the City. 15. Can you double ride on a e-scooter? No, the provincial regulations only allow for one person to ride on an e-scooter at a time. 16. What are the environmental benefits of using e-scooters? E-scooters have no emissions during their use and provide the opportunity for users to explore an alternative to passenger vehicles. ...

he person at the door refuses to produce his or her photo ID or acts in a suspicious manner, call the Regina Police Service at 306-777-6500 to make a report for informational purposes. Housing Standards Enforcement Team The Housing Standards Enforcement Team is made up of members from City of Regina Bylaw Enforcement, the Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region, Regina Police Service and the Regina Fire Department. The team has made a coordinated effort to improve housing standards in inner-city neighbourhoods. The Housing Standards Enforcement Team takes complaints from as many as 60 sources (example: meter readers, tenants) and then sends representatives from each of the partner agencies who work together to assess the housing problem. Crime Prevention Regina’s graffiti management program plans to eliminate graffiti through education, engagement and enforcement. For graffiti management to be effective, graffiti needs to be wiped out quickly whenever it appears. That’s why The Regina Community Standards Bylaw requires owners or occupants of property to remove all graffiti from their premises, including buildings, accessory buildings, dwelling units or structures. Graffiti on Your Property Record: Take a photo of the graffiti vandalism as soon as you see it. The photo is critical to successful investigations by the Regina Police Service.Report: Report all incidents of graffiti damage to your property by calling the Regina Police Service at 306-777-6500. You will be given instructions on how to submit information and the photo. Or go online to Regina Police. If you see a graffiti crime in progress, call 911. Remove: Remove graffiti from your property as quickly as possible. A quick response has been shown to prevent it from reoccurring. Graffiti on City-owned Property Call Service Regina at 306-777-7000 or fill in the Online Service Request form so that City Staff can remove the graffiti before it becomes a neighbourhood issue. Graffiti Management Homelessness The City of Regina, Service Canada, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and Saskatchewan Housing Corporation are working together to raise awareness about homelessness and the need for affordable housing in Regina. The City also works with community, non-profit and private sector organizations to encourage and promote affordable housing in Regina. The City is a member of the Regina Homelessness Committee, which encourages a coordinated community response to homelessness. The Regina Homelessness Committee was created to encourage a coordinated response to community needs relating to homelessness, and to advise the federal government on funding requirements for local projects. The committee is supported jointly by the City of Regina and Service Canada and consists of 15 representatives from community-based organizations, Indigenous organizations, youth, community members-at-large, the City of Regina, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services and the Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region. For more on homelessness, visit Housing. Water & Tax Affordability Programs Housing Transit Fares & Passes Leisure Programs Affordable Access Program