Neighbourhoods and Housing

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You’re invited to attend the second of three sessions on the topic of housing within our new, existing and future neighbourhoods.

The purpose of these discussions is to provide the public with an overview of housing demand in the city and the various initiatives being explored by staff as we contemplate accommodating population growth.

The intent of the second session, to be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mapleton Lodge to discuss the following topics:

  • Initiatives being explored through the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan
  • Completing neighbourhoods
  • Current types of housing units within the City’s new and established neighbourhoods.
  • Housing development trends and statistics
  • Exploring the allowance of ‘gentle density’ within established residential areas by amending the Zoning By-law

Note: Gentle density may be referred to as ground-oriented housing that's denser than a single detached house, but with a similar scale and character.

If this session would be of interest to you, please register for our upcoming session.

The City Council decides on amending the Zoning By-law after staff compiles feedback from consultation, background study and recommendations from the consultants.

This project page will be used to help the public and stakeholders stay involved and informed as the planned discussions on housing unfold. As this process evolves, updated information and summaries of discussion will be uploaded to the “Resources” section.


The Neighbourhood Toolbox

Explore our Neighbourhood Toolbox for examples of gentle density in various housing scenarios. Discover how existing homes, homes with accessory dwelling units, and new construction can seamlessly incorporate gentle density. Additionally, find innovative parking configurations to complement these designs.

You’re invited to attend the second of three sessions on the topic of housing within our new, existing and future neighbourhoods.

The purpose of these discussions is to provide the public with an overview of housing demand in the city and the various initiatives being explored by staff as we contemplate accommodating population growth.

The intent of the second session, to be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mapleton Lodge to discuss the following topics:

  • Initiatives being explored through the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan
  • Completing neighbourhoods
  • Current types of housing units within the City’s new and established neighbourhoods.
  • Housing development trends and statistics
  • Exploring the allowance of ‘gentle density’ within established residential areas by amending the Zoning By-law

Note: Gentle density may be referred to as ground-oriented housing that's denser than a single detached house, but with a similar scale and character.

If this session would be of interest to you, please register for our upcoming session.

The City Council decides on amending the Zoning By-law after staff compiles feedback from consultation, background study and recommendations from the consultants.

This project page will be used to help the public and stakeholders stay involved and informed as the planned discussions on housing unfold. As this process evolves, updated information and summaries of discussion will be uploaded to the “Resources” section.


The Neighbourhood Toolbox

Explore our Neighbourhood Toolbox for examples of gentle density in various housing scenarios. Discover how existing homes, homes with accessory dwelling units, and new construction can seamlessly incorporate gentle density. Additionally, find innovative parking configurations to complement these designs.

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  • Share I’m not in factor increasing residential density in my part of the City. It takes away the character of the community. I don’t want Moncton to be like Halifax with all their huge apartment buildings. Furthermore, I’m concerned that we don’t have the public resources to handle the anticipated capacity. The system was designed and installed for one kind of use and I’m concerned that more residential density will overwhelm the system. It we look at things of policing and fire services, there aren’t enough resources now. Will more density equate to more policing and fire services? I guess my main concern is who decided we need these duplexes and apartments in single family dwelling areas? I appreciate the homeless situation and this certainly isn’t the answer. It’s a red herring issue. I understand affordable house needs. Buying and renting are way out of perspective from where they were just a few years ago. I don’t know how young people do it. We had a nice city. Don’t throw it away by turning us into another Halifax. Nothing against Halifax or Haligonians-I just don’t want to live that way. on Facebook Share I’m not in factor increasing residential density in my part of the City. It takes away the character of the community. I don’t want Moncton to be like Halifax with all their huge apartment buildings. Furthermore, I’m concerned that we don’t have the public resources to handle the anticipated capacity. The system was designed and installed for one kind of use and I’m concerned that more residential density will overwhelm the system. It we look at things of policing and fire services, there aren’t enough resources now. Will more density equate to more policing and fire services? I guess my main concern is who decided we need these duplexes and apartments in single family dwelling areas? I appreciate the homeless situation and this certainly isn’t the answer. It’s a red herring issue. I understand affordable house needs. Buying and renting are way out of perspective from where they were just a few years ago. I don’t know how young people do it. We had a nice city. Don’t throw it away by turning us into another Halifax. Nothing against Halifax or Haligonians-I just don’t want to live that way. on Twitter Share I’m not in factor increasing residential density in my part of the City. It takes away the character of the community. I don’t want Moncton to be like Halifax with all their huge apartment buildings. Furthermore, I’m concerned that we don’t have the public resources to handle the anticipated capacity. The system was designed and installed for one kind of use and I’m concerned that more residential density will overwhelm the system. It we look at things of policing and fire services, there aren’t enough resources now. Will more density equate to more policing and fire services? I guess my main concern is who decided we need these duplexes and apartments in single family dwelling areas? I appreciate the homeless situation and this certainly isn’t the answer. It’s a red herring issue. I understand affordable house needs. Buying and renting are way out of perspective from where they were just a few years ago. I don’t know how young people do it. We had a nice city. Don’t throw it away by turning us into another Halifax. Nothing against Halifax or Haligonians-I just don’t want to live that way. on Linkedin Email I’m not in factor increasing residential density in my part of the City. It takes away the character of the community. I don’t want Moncton to be like Halifax with all their huge apartment buildings. Furthermore, I’m concerned that we don’t have the public resources to handle the anticipated capacity. The system was designed and installed for one kind of use and I’m concerned that more residential density will overwhelm the system. It we look at things of policing and fire services, there aren’t enough resources now. Will more density equate to more policing and fire services? I guess my main concern is who decided we need these duplexes and apartments in single family dwelling areas? I appreciate the homeless situation and this certainly isn’t the answer. It’s a red herring issue. I understand affordable house needs. Buying and renting are way out of perspective from where they were just a few years ago. I don’t know how young people do it. We had a nice city. Don’t throw it away by turning us into another Halifax. Nothing against Halifax or Haligonians-I just don’t want to live that way. link

    I’m not in factor increasing residential density in my part of the City. It takes away the character of the community. I don’t want Moncton to be like Halifax with all their huge apartment buildings. Furthermore, I’m concerned that we don’t have the public resources to handle the anticipated capacity. The system was designed and installed for one kind of use and I’m concerned that more residential density will overwhelm the system. It we look at things of policing and fire services, there aren’t enough resources now. Will more density equate to more policing and fire services? I guess my main concern is who decided we need these duplexes and apartments in single family dwelling areas? I appreciate the homeless situation and this certainly isn’t the answer. It’s a red herring issue. I understand affordable house needs. Buying and renting are way out of perspective from where they were just a few years ago. I don’t know how young people do it. We had a nice city. Don’t throw it away by turning us into another Halifax. Nothing against Halifax or Haligonians-I just don’t want to live that way.

    Murray asked about 1 month ago

    Hi Murray

    Thanks for your question.

    The intent of the Neighbourhoods and Housing initiative is to enable greater housing choice within Moncton's existing and new residential areas in a way that is complimentary to the character of the community. In tandem with this, the project team is working with Engineering and other departments to ensure our infrastructure systems have sufficient capacity.

    As the City of Moncton continues to experience growth, administration continues work with its departments, including fire and policing services, on what additional resources may be required in the short-, medium- and long-term future. The recently adopted Urban Growth Strategy is an example of planning for growth and includes projections for population, housing and employment over the next 25 years. 

    Please keep an eye out for announcements on the next public engagement session, where we will have more information to share for conversation and feedback.

    - Neighbourhoods and Housing Team

  • Share When cities say they are building more affordable housing, who can afford any of the new buildings? I am single and aged 66 never be able to retire. Could never move to a nicer place as the prices of the newer buildings are way out of my price range on Facebook Share When cities say they are building more affordable housing, who can afford any of the new buildings? I am single and aged 66 never be able to retire. Could never move to a nicer place as the prices of the newer buildings are way out of my price range on Twitter Share When cities say they are building more affordable housing, who can afford any of the new buildings? I am single and aged 66 never be able to retire. Could never move to a nicer place as the prices of the newer buildings are way out of my price range on Linkedin Email When cities say they are building more affordable housing, who can afford any of the new buildings? I am single and aged 66 never be able to retire. Could never move to a nicer place as the prices of the newer buildings are way out of my price range link

    When cities say they are building more affordable housing, who can afford any of the new buildings? I am single and aged 66 never be able to retire. Could never move to a nicer place as the prices of the newer buildings are way out of my price range

    MaureenG52 asked about 2 months ago

    Hello!

    Thank you for your question. The Neighbourhoods and Housing initiative is intended to increase the ability of housing choice within our new and existing neighborhoods. The City cannot enforce or require affordable housing or limit housing to residents above or below certain age groups, however it is anticipated that an increase in housing supply may assist in enabling more affordable housing.

  • Share What types of affordable Housing is going to be built? (NOT just NB Housing). Anything for rooming houses, bachelor and 3 bedrooms units? These are in highest demand but aren't current being built. on Facebook Share What types of affordable Housing is going to be built? (NOT just NB Housing). Anything for rooming houses, bachelor and 3 bedrooms units? These are in highest demand but aren't current being built. on Twitter Share What types of affordable Housing is going to be built? (NOT just NB Housing). Anything for rooming houses, bachelor and 3 bedrooms units? These are in highest demand but aren't current being built. on Linkedin Email What types of affordable Housing is going to be built? (NOT just NB Housing). Anything for rooming houses, bachelor and 3 bedrooms units? These are in highest demand but aren't current being built. link

    What types of affordable Housing is going to be built? (NOT just NB Housing). Anything for rooming houses, bachelor and 3 bedrooms units? These are in highest demand but aren't current being built.

    New Brunswick ACORN asked about 1 month ago

    Hello!

    Thank you for your question. The Neighbourhoods and Housing initiative is intended to increase the ability of housing choice within our new and existing neighborhoods. The City cannot enforce or require affordable housing or the number of bedrooms per dwelling unit. Despite this, it is anticipated that an increase in housing supply may assist in enabling more affordable housing.

    As part of its ongoing work, the City will continue to work towards solutions to the gaps identified in the recently updated Housing Needs Assessment.

  • Share Hi, will you be having any information sessions in a more structured format? I find the public house format isn't very useful. It tends to be loud, the information is not organized, you don't have an opportunity to hear other citizen's comments, and the city representatives don't really capture any feedback from the public. I would be interested in attending a structured presentation with opportunity for questions and comments. on Facebook Share Hi, will you be having any information sessions in a more structured format? I find the public house format isn't very useful. It tends to be loud, the information is not organized, you don't have an opportunity to hear other citizen's comments, and the city representatives don't really capture any feedback from the public. I would be interested in attending a structured presentation with opportunity for questions and comments. on Twitter Share Hi, will you be having any information sessions in a more structured format? I find the public house format isn't very useful. It tends to be loud, the information is not organized, you don't have an opportunity to hear other citizen's comments, and the city representatives don't really capture any feedback from the public. I would be interested in attending a structured presentation with opportunity for questions and comments. on Linkedin Email Hi, will you be having any information sessions in a more structured format? I find the public house format isn't very useful. It tends to be loud, the information is not organized, you don't have an opportunity to hear other citizen's comments, and the city representatives don't really capture any feedback from the public. I would be interested in attending a structured presentation with opportunity for questions and comments. link

    Hi, will you be having any information sessions in a more structured format? I find the public house format isn't very useful. It tends to be loud, the information is not organized, you don't have an opportunity to hear other citizen's comments, and the city representatives don't really capture any feedback from the public. I would be interested in attending a structured presentation with opportunity for questions and comments.

    AngelaS asked about 1 month ago

    Hi Angela


    Thanks for your question!

    The third session will be in a more structured format. The intent of the first two sessions on Neighbourhoods and Housing were undertaken as open houses in order to get as many conversations as possible going while enabling residents to move through the various stations and panels. 

    The final session will include proposed by-law amendments and more technical documentation. This type of information is best shared in a structured format. 

    Stay tuned for details!

    - Neighbourhoods and Housing Team

  • Share what are your plans to address the areas that have grown without sufficient infrastructure presently? concern that you are intent on growing density without addressing impacts downstream on such things as schools, traffic flow patterns on Facebook Share what are your plans to address the areas that have grown without sufficient infrastructure presently? concern that you are intent on growing density without addressing impacts downstream on such things as schools, traffic flow patterns on Twitter Share what are your plans to address the areas that have grown without sufficient infrastructure presently? concern that you are intent on growing density without addressing impacts downstream on such things as schools, traffic flow patterns on Linkedin Email what are your plans to address the areas that have grown without sufficient infrastructure presently? concern that you are intent on growing density without addressing impacts downstream on such things as schools, traffic flow patterns link

    what are your plans to address the areas that have grown without sufficient infrastructure presently? concern that you are intent on growing density without addressing impacts downstream on such things as schools, traffic flow patterns

    sumac asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your question!

    As you may be aware, the City is currently working through a number of studies to help address current and anticipated infrastructure challenges that are a result of growth. This includes but is not limited to the recently adopted Urban Growth Strategy and ongoing transportation studies. 

    Additionally, the City continues to work closely with the Province of New Brunswick on the selection of future school sites. 

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    sue&& asked 3 months ago

    Hello!

    Thank you for your question. The Neighbourhoods and Housing initiative is intended to increase the ability of housing choice within our new and existing neighborhoods. The City cannot enforce or require affordable housing or limit housing to residents above or below certain age groups, however it is anticipated that an increase in housing supply may assist in enabling more affordable housing.

  • Share So, given that the largest area in your map is R3, you want to build more apartment buildings. This gives the impression that you want the majority of your population to be renting. Therefore, you haven't factored in single family detached homes. Does that mean you do not forsee a future where people, like younger generations, when they could own a single detached home? on Facebook Share So, given that the largest area in your map is R3, you want to build more apartment buildings. This gives the impression that you want the majority of your population to be renting. Therefore, you haven't factored in single family detached homes. Does that mean you do not forsee a future where people, like younger generations, when they could own a single detached home? on Twitter Share So, given that the largest area in your map is R3, you want to build more apartment buildings. This gives the impression that you want the majority of your population to be renting. Therefore, you haven't factored in single family detached homes. Does that mean you do not forsee a future where people, like younger generations, when they could own a single detached home? on Linkedin Email So, given that the largest area in your map is R3, you want to build more apartment buildings. This gives the impression that you want the majority of your population to be renting. Therefore, you haven't factored in single family detached homes. Does that mean you do not forsee a future where people, like younger generations, when they could own a single detached home? link

    So, given that the largest area in your map is R3, you want to build more apartment buildings. This gives the impression that you want the majority of your population to be renting. Therefore, you haven't factored in single family detached homes. Does that mean you do not forsee a future where people, like younger generations, when they could own a single detached home?

    Moniquemleblanc asked 4 months ago

    Thank you for you question!

    If you review the information within the Housing Toolbox, you will see that the R2 Zone (Two-unit dwelling zone) is the residential zone with the largest percentage of area. The intent of this Neighbourhoods and Housing initiative is to enable greater housing choice within existing residential areas in a way that does not detract from existing neighbourhood character. 

    The zoning provisions being explored include zoning standards for development of up to four units in all residential zones however the zoning would still include the ability to build single detached, semi-detached and other forms of housing that exist today. 

  • Share Can a duplex be torn down and replaced by a 4plex or bigger? on Facebook Share Can a duplex be torn down and replaced by a 4plex or bigger? on Twitter Share Can a duplex be torn down and replaced by a 4plex or bigger? on Linkedin Email Can a duplex be torn down and replaced by a 4plex or bigger? link

    Can a duplex be torn down and replaced by a 4plex or bigger?

    Vince asked 5 months ago

    To assist in answering your question, the City of Moncton is currently exploring how four residential units as of right can be incorporated into its existing residential zones. 

    The development potential of a property to achieve higher density will still be dependent on factors including but not limited to the size of the lot, yard setbacks and building height. These standards are currently being explored, with updates to be shared in the future on the Neighbourhoods and Housing LetsChat page. 

  • Share Will this public engagement session stream online? If so, can I get a meeting link to attend online? on Facebook Share Will this public engagement session stream online? If so, can I get a meeting link to attend online? on Twitter Share Will this public engagement session stream online? If so, can I get a meeting link to attend online? on Linkedin Email Will this public engagement session stream online? If so, can I get a meeting link to attend online? link

    Will this public engagement session stream online? If so, can I get a meeting link to attend online?

    Wills asked 5 months ago

    Thank you for your question. 

    The format of the public engagement session is a public house versus the conventional presentation to residents. As there will be many conversations happening simultaneously at various stations of the open house an online streaming option would not be overly beneficial.

     The July 4th session is the first of three sessions being held, with future sessions to be held in other areas of the City. In addition to the in-person sessions, the Neighbourhoods and Housing LetsChat page will be updated frequently to keep residents informed.

    Please keep an eye out for future sessions and updates as this initiative continues!

  • Share I cannot make the session at that time, will there be another option offered? on Facebook Share I cannot make the session at that time, will there be another option offered? on Twitter Share I cannot make the session at that time, will there be another option offered? on Linkedin Email I cannot make the session at that time, will there be another option offered? link

    I cannot make the session at that time, will there be another option offered?

    Chelsea asked 5 months ago

    Hi Chelsea!

    The July 4th session is the first of three sessions being held, with future sessions to be held in other areas of the City. In addition to the in-person sessions, the Neighbourhoods and Housing LetsChat page will be updated frequently to keep residents informed.

    Keep an eye out for our future session and we hope you can attend!

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