Heritage Properties & Conservation
to receive financial assistance to rehabilitate designated heritage properties through the Heritage
Incentive policy. When a Permit is Needed : New construction or
additions to a heritage property such as: new window, new porches; Demolition (full or partial)
Alteration or addition to the existing building such as: applying new siding to exterior walls
cladding or replacing fascia, soffits, trim, or other original details; covering original brickwork
or foundations with stucco or parking; removing, altering, or replacing original chimney stacks
Replacement of or alterations to existing windows and doors, or the openings for windows and doors
Installation or removal of character defining elements which are listed as heritage attributes
Painting unpainted masonry Installing signage and awnings Health, safety, or accessibility
modifications Repointing masonry Reconstructing or altering features that have been recognized as
heritage attributes Any other larger-scale alteration or structural repairs. When a Permit is NOT
Needed: Re-roofing with the same material and specifications Most interior work (unless
designation includes interior heritage attributes) Painting (except unpainted masonry) Repairing
or replacing eavestroughs and downspouts (unless they have been recognized as Character-Defining
Elements in the designation bylaw Installing external units (unless they will cause irreparable
harm to a heritage attribute) Routine maintenance and other repairs to existing materials
Heritage Alteration Permit
Regina is home to Saskatchewan’s only Heritage Conservation District. The Victoria Park Heritage
Conservation District Bylaw (VPHCD) was approved by City Council on May 27, 1996. Distinct from the
designation of individual property as a municipal heritage property, designation of a municipal
heritage conservation district is intended to identify all or any part of a broader area within a
municipality that is reasonably expected to contain heritage property that is not subject to any
other designation. Properties that are designated as municipal heritage properties as part of the
VPHCD must adhere to guidelines outlined in the VPHCD bylaw for the alteration and maintenance of
properties, including buildings, structures, and landscapes within the VPHCD. Alterations and
renovations that may change the main features that contribute to the property’s heritage value
require approval to ensure that the work retains the heritage value of the property. Any property
built pre-1965 that is part of the Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District is considered a
Municipal Heritage Property and is eligible for Heritage Incentives. View the Victoria Park
Heritage Conservation District Map.
Heritage Conservation Districts
Permit Processing Times Heritage Walking Tours Building & Demolition Application for Municipal
Heritage Designation Application for Heritage Incentives Heritage Incentives Policy Heritage
Alteration Permit Application Thematic Framework & Historical Context Use our interactive map
to find heritage properties in Regina. Heritage Property Map
How Property Taxes are Calculated
valuation. Phase-in is not applied to changes in the tax rate resulting from the annual budget or
changes to the property's assessment because of new construction,
renovations or demolitions. For the 2025 Revaluation, a phase-in adjustment was approved for all
non-residential properties. The approved adjustments are: 1/3 of the tax change applied for 2025
2/3 of the tax change applied for 2026 100% of the tax change applied for 2027 Under the provincial
legislation, Saskatchewan municipalities can adopt a minimum tax as one of their tax policies. This
is to establish a minimum amount of tax with respect to any property and can only be applied to
municipal taxes. Municipal Taxes = (Taxable Assessment × Municipal Mill Rate × Mill Rate Factor) ÷
1000 If the above calculation is lower than the minimum tax, the minimum tax amount would be
applied to the property. If the calculation is higher than the minimum tax, the calculated amount
would be applied to the property.
Minimum Tax
Under the provincial legislation, Saskatchewan municipalities can adopt a base tax as one of their
tax policies. A base tax can only be applied to municipal taxes; it does not change the calculation
for the school and library portion of the tax bill. Base Tax + [(Taxable Assessment × Municipal
Mill Rate × Mill Rate Factor) ÷ 1000] Implementing a base tax increases the property tax paid on
lower-assessed properties and decreases the property tax paid on higher-assessed properties. A base
tax does not increase or decrease the total taxes collected by the City.
Base Tax
Each year, the City considers requests for property tax exemptions from non-profit organizations.
The Community Non-Profit Tax Exemption Policy has been approved to help guide these decisions and
ensure a fair, consistent, and transparent process. The Community Non-Profit Tax Exemption Policy
was established effective January 1, 2019, and has been updated effective January 1, 2023. The
purpose of the Community Non-Profit Tax Exemption Policy is to: Set the parameters under which the
City or Regina will consider applications for property tax exemptions from non-profit organizations
with financial need; Provide fair, consistent treatment and consideration for all applicants
providing non-profit and charitable services for the benefit of Regina residents; Support the
services and organizations in financial need that further Council’s priorities, as outlined in The
Community Safety & Well-Being (CSWB) Plan, Design Regina: The Official Community Plan Bylaw
2013-48 (OCP), and other plans that support initiatives that have a clear community impact and
respond to community needs; and Define clear guidelines for granting tax exemptions to
organizations for which the burden resulting from the tax exemption is a justifiable expense to the
taxpayers of Regina. Eligibility To be eligible for a tax exemption, an organization must conform
to the following principles and meet all the requirements of the Community Non-Profit Tax Exemption
Policy. These requirements include: Compliance with municipal policies, bylaws, codes, and
legislation; Must be a non-profit or charitable organization; A purpose or mandate that aligns with
Council priorities and objectives; Accessibility to the public; and Demonstration of financial
need/impact. Application Process Applicants must submit a completed Application for Community
Non-Profit Tax Exemption, along with supporting documents, by the dates noted below to be
considered for the following taxation year. You can access the Application Form and Application
Guide & Supporting Information via the links. ...
Regina Police Service 2022 Operating & Capital Budget
View the Regina Police Service 2022 Operating & Capital Budget.
Natural Areas
equired to ensure that their properties are well maintained and do not allow weeds or soil to
spread onto neighbouring properties. Homes approved for construction
after January 2019 are required to complete their front-yard landscaping in a way that prevents
weeds and erosion. New homes must have front and side yards developed within two years of receiving
an occupancy permit. If a resident reports a delinquent property, a City bylaw or development
officer will visit the property and make a record of any infractions. If it is deemed to be in
contravention of any City Bylaws, a notice to comply will be issued to the registered property
owner. Subsequent enforcement will ensue if necessary. Additionally, information is available
online at Regina.ca/Yardcare, as well as on the main floor lobby of City Hall. What can be done if
residents are not maintaining their yard? If you have concerns about property, contact the City of
Regina at 306-777-7000 with specific detail. Frequently Asked Questions
Rapid Housing Initiative Community Information Session Slides
View the Rapid Housing Initiative Community Information Session Presentation Slides.
