Council approves zoning change to increase density and housing options in Lacombe
Lacombe city council has approved a zoning change aimed at adding density and housing options along 49 Street.
The zoning change was made through an amendment to the City’s Land Use Bylaw (LUB) which redesignates several lots on 49 Street from Residential Single & Semi-Detached District (R2) to a Residential Multi-Unit Dwelling District (R5).
City officials say the amendment allows for added density and more diverse housing options in Lacombe, both of which are supported by the Municipal Development Plan (MDP), the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan (DARP) and the recently completed Phase 1 of the Social Needs Assessment and Prioritization Report.
“Lacombe city council is committed to supporting sustainable growth in our community while providing housing options for our residents. This amendment helps preserve our reputation as a business-friendly destination,” said Mayor Grant Creasey. “This Land Use Bylaw Amendment allows us to diversify housing opportunities, increase density in a key part of our community, and increase our municipal tax base – benefitting us all.”