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2026-07-27_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jour /źƷǤ ƚŅ {ğźƓƷ WƚŷƓ /ƚƒƒƚƓ /ƚǒƓĭźƌ aĻĻƷźƓŭ aƚƓķğǤͲ WǒƌǤ ЋАͲ ЋЉЋЏ Committee of the Whole Њ͵ /ğƌƌ Ʒƚ hƩķĻƩ Each of the following items, either in whole or in part, is able to be discussed in private pursuant to the provisions of subsection 68(1) of the Local Governance Act and Council / Committee will make a decision(s) in that respect in Open Session: Ɠķ ЍʹЌЉ Ʀ͵ƒ͵Ͳ Ћ CƌƚƚƩ .ƚğƩķƩƚƚƒͲ /źƷǤ Iğƌƌ 1.1 Approval of Minutes 68(1) 1.2 Legal Opinion 68(1)(f,j) 1.3 Financial Matter 68(1)(c) 1.4 Personal Information 68(1)(b) 1.5 Land Matter 68(1)(d) 1.6 Legal Matter 68(1)(f) COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN JULY 6, 2026, AT 6:00 PM ND 2 FLOOR COMMON COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL Present: Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie Councillor-at-Large Gary Sullivan Councillor-at-Large Gina Hooley Councillor Ward 1 Greg Norton Councillor Ward 1 Sherri Colwell-McCavour Councillor Ward 2 Brian Wyatt Councillor Ward 3 Eric Savoie Councillor Ward 3 Ryan Moore Councillor Ward 4 Paul Dempsey Councillor Ward 4 David Merrithew Absent: Mayor Donna Noade Reardon Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer I. Fogan Deputy Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer K. Fudge Chief Development and Community Officer A. Poffenroth Chief Corporate Officer (Interim) S. Hossack Chief Operating Officer (Interim) K. Loughery Director Legal Services J. Boucher Director External Relations and Customer Service L. Kennedy City Clerk J. Taylor Deputy City Clerk A. McLennan 1. Call to Order 1 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 1.1 Land Acknowledgement Councillor Sullivan read aloud the Land Acknowledgement and called for a moment of reflection. is situated is the traditional territory of the Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet.The Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet along with their Indigenous Neighbours, and Friendship Treaties with the British Crown in the 1700s that protected their rights to lands 1.2 National Anthem 2. Approval of Agenda Moved by Councillor Wyatt, seconded by Councillor Moore: RESOLVED that the agenda of July 6, 2026, be approved. MOTION CARRIED. 3. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest No disclosures were declared. 4. Consent Agenda 4.1 RESOLVED that the minutes of June 15, 2026, be approved. 4.2 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-153: Rockwood Park Endowment Fund, the City approve the Resolution of the Administrators attached to M&C No. 2026-153, for the purpose of amending the Deed of Gift dated November 28, 2008; and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Resolution of the Administrators and any other documents necessary to effect the changes to the Deed of Gift described in this report. 4.3 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-154: Fleet Replacement Procurement - July 2026, Common Council award the purchase of four (4) Trackless MT7 Municipal tractors and attachments at a total cost of $882,249.00 plus HST to Saunders Equipment LTD. via The Canoe Procurement Group of Canada. 4.4 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-150: Glen Road (Simpson Drive to Connaught Avenue) - Street Reconstruction, Contract No. 2025- 17, Glen Road (Simpson Drive to Connaught Avenue) - Street Reconstruction, be awarded to the low tenderer, Galbraith Construction Ltd., at their tendered price of $1,136,044.75 (including HST), as calculated based on estimated quantities, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. 4.5 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-157: Designation of By-law Enforcement Officer - Public Works, Common Council adopt the following: 2 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 1. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and -law respecting Flyer Distribution in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG- Distribution By- be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with said By-law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 150(1) of the Local Governance Act provides that proceedings for breach of a by-law shall be commenced in the name of the clerk of the local government or such other person as is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby appointed as by-law enforcement officers with respect to the enforcement of the Flyer Distribution By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby designated and authorized to lay Informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Flyer Distribution By-Law, effective immediately, and this designation and authorization shall continue until they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 2. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and -law Respecting Clearance and Removal of Snow and Ice from the Public Streets in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG-Removal By- amendments thereto, and it may from time to time be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with said By-law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 150(1) of the Local Governance Act provides that 3 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 proceedings for breach of a by-law shall be commenced in the name of the clerk of the local government or such other person as is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby appointed as by-law enforcement officers with respect to the enforcement of the Snow Removal By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby designated and authorized to lay Informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Snow Removal By-Law, effective immediately, and this designation and authorization shall continue until they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 3. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and -law for the Storage, Collection and Disposal of Solid Waste in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG--l amendments thereto, and it may from time to time be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with said By-law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 150(1) of the Local Governance Act provides that proceedings for breach of a by-law shall be commenced in the name of the clerk of the local government or such other person as is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby appointed as by-law enforcement officers with respect to the enforcement of the Solid Waste By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Brent Clemmer is hereby designated and authorized to lay Informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Solid Waste By-Law, effective immediately, and this designation and authorization shall continue until 4 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 they cease to be contracted by The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 4.6 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-156: Designation of a By-law Enforcement Officer - Michael Malone, Common Council adopt the following: 1. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and Minimum Property Standards By-law, By-law Number M-14, and amendments mum Property Standards By- time to time be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with the said By-law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 25(1) of the Saint John Minimum Property Standards By-law provides that a by-law enforcement officer appointed by council may notify the owner or occupier of premises, dwelling, dwelling unit or structure by issuing an Order where the condition of the premises, dwelling, dwelling unit or structure does not comply with said By-law; AND WHEREAS subsection 150(1) of the Local Governance Act provides that proceedings for breach of a by-law shall be commenced in the name of the clerk of the local government or such other person as is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby appointed as a by-law enforcement officer with respect to the enforcement of the Saint John Minimum Property Standards By law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby appointed and authorized to notify owners and occupiers where the condition of the premises, dwellings, dwelling units or structures does not comply with the Saint John Minimum Property Standards By-law, effective immediately, and this appointment and authorization shall 5 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Michael Malone is hereby designated and authorized to lay informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Saint John Minimum Property Standards By-law, effective immediately, and this designation and authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 2. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and Minimum Property Standards By-law, By-law Number M-14 and amendments s By- time to time be necessary to make inspections for the administration and enforcement of the By-law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 144(2) of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may authorize by-law enforcement officers to enter the land, building or other structure at any reasonable time, and carry out the inspection after giving reasonable notice to the owner or occupant of the land, building or other structure to be entered; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone, by-law enforcement officer, is hereby appointed as an inspection officer and authorized to enter at all reasonable times upon any property within the territorial boundaries of the City of Saint John for the purpose of making any inspection that is necessary for the administration and enforcement of the Saint John Minimum Property Standards By- law which received first and second reading by Common Council on September 10, 2018 and third reading on September 24, 2018, being enacted upon approval by the Minister of Local Government, and/or the Local Governance Act effective immediately, and this authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of 6 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 Saint John or until rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 3. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and amend Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law, By-law Number M- Dangerous Buildings and Structures By- necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with the said By- law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsections 132(1) and 132(2) of the Local Governance Act provide that an officer appointed by council may notify the owner or occupier of premises, a building or structure by notice in the form prescribed by regulation when a condition exists pursuant to subsections 131(1), 131(2) or 131(3) of the said Act; AND WHEREAS subsection 150(1) of the Local Governance Act provides that proceedings for breach of a by-law shall be commenced in the name of the clerk of the local government or such other person as is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby appointed as a by-law enforcement officer with respect to the enforcement of the Saint John Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby appointed and authorized to notify owners and occupiers with respect to premises, buildings or structures that are unsightly; buildings or structures that are a hazard to the safety of the public by reason of being vacant or unoccupied; buildings or structures that are a hazard to the safety of the public by reason of dilapidation or unsoundness of structural strength, as set out in the Saint John Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law, effective immediately, and this appointment and authorization shall continue until they 7 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby designated and authorized to lay informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Saint John Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law, effective immediately, and this designation and authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 4. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By- law, By-law Number M- Dangerous Buildings and Structures By- necessary to make inspections for the administration and enforcement of the By- law; AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their terms of office; AND WHEREAS subsection 144(2) of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may authorize officers enter the land, building or other structure at any reasonable time, and carry out the inspection after giving reasonable notice to the owner or occupant of the land, building or other structure to be entered; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone, by-law enforcement officer, is hereby appointed as an inspection officer and authorized to enter at all reasonable times upon any property within the territorial boundaries of the City of Saint John for the purpose of making any inspection that is necessary for the administration and enforcement of the Saint John Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law which received first and second reading by Common Council on May 22, 2018 and third reading on June 4, 2018, being enacted upon approval by the Minister of Local Government, and/or the Local Governance Act effective immediately, and this authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 8 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 5. WHEREAS subsection 135(4) of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and amendments thereto, provides that within thirty days after the terms of a notice have been complied with or a debt due to a local government or due to the Minister of Finance, as the case may be, is discharged, the local government shall provide a certificate in the form prescribed by regulation which requires that the corporate seal of the local government be affixed; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Jonathan A. Taylor, City Clerk, is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal of The City of Saint John to a Certificate of Discharge that is issued by Michael Malone under the Saint John Unsightly Premises and Dangerous Buildings and Structures By-law, and such authorization shall continue until Jonathan A. Taylor ceases to be the City Clerk of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 6. WHEREAS, the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain bylaws pursuant to the authority of the Community Planning Act, S.N.B 2017, c. Zoning By-law, By-law Number C.P. 110, including all amendments thereto, and it may from time to time be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has contravened or failed to comply with these By-laws; AND WHEREAS paragraph 137(a) of the Community Planning Act provides that no person shall violate or fail to comply with a provision of a by-law made under this Act; AND WHEREAS section 139 of the Community Planning Act provides that proceedings for an offence under this Act shall be commenced in the name of the Minister or the clerk of the local government or any other person who is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby designated and authorized to lay informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of The Zoning By-law, effective immediately, and this appointment and authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 7. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted a by-law pursuant to the authority of the Building Code Administration Act, S.N.B. 2020, c. Building By-law, By-law Number BC- inspectors, deputy building inspectors and city inspectors for the administration and enforcement of this By-law; 9 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby appointed as a city inspector, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until they cease to be an employee of the Growth and Community Services department of The City of Saint John or until rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 8. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Building Code Administration Act, S.N.B 2020, the Building By-law, By-law Number BC-1, and amendments thereto, and it may from time to time be necessary to make orders for the administration of these By- laws; AND WHEREAS subsection 134(1) of the Building Code Administration Act provides that a council may authorize persons to, when a development is undertaken in violation of the Building Code Administration Act, a by-law or regulation under the Building Code Administration Act, a by-law or terms and conditions imposed on the development, order the cessation of the development, alteration of such development so as to remove the violation, or the doing of anything required to restore the land, building or structure to its condition immediately prior to the undertaking of such development; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby authorized to, when a development is undertaken in violation of the Building Code Administration Act, the Building By-law or the terms and conditions imposed on the development, order the cessation of the development, alteration of such development so as to remove the violation, or the doing of anything required to restore the land, building or structure to its condition immediately prior to the undertaking of such development, effective immediately, and this authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of Growth and Community Services of The City of Saint John or until rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 9. WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain by- laws pursuant to the authority of the Building Code Administration Act, S.N.B 2020, the Building By-law, By-law Number BC-1, and amendments thereto, and it may from time to time be necessary to commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick, when a person has violated or failed to comply with the said By-law; AND WHEREAS paragraph 137(a) of the Building Code Administration Act provides that no person shall violate or fail to comply with a provision of a by-law made under this Act; 10 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 AND WHEREAS section 139 of the Building Code Administration Act provides that proceedings for an offence under this Act shall be commenced in the name of the Minister or the clerk of the local government or any other person who is designated for that purpose by the council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Malone is hereby designated and authorized to lay informations in the Provincial Court of the Province of New Brunswick for breach of the Saint John Building By-law, effective immediately, and this appointment and authorization shall continue until they cease to be an employee of Growth and Community Services of The City of Saint John or until it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first. 4.7 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-151: Referral of Items to PAC and July Public Hearings, Common Council refer the following applications to the Planning Advisory Committee and set the date for the public hearings to be held at the meeting of Council scheduled for Monday, July 27, 2026, commencing at 6 PM, for a rezoning for 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street (PIDs 00394940 and a portion of 00471540) from applicant Canterbury Developments Ltd, on behalf of Belyea Village Ltd.; a Section 59 amendment at 151 and 155 Sandy Point Road and a third parcel without a civic address, PIDs 55150718 (151), 55150700 (155), and 00023945 (without a civic address), from applicant Jack A. W. Long (Lawson Creamer Lawyers); and a Text Amendment to Amend the Zoning By-law by (1) adding a provision to count basements as storeys and apply the new provision and (2) revising two definitions from applicant City of Saint John, to be held in the Council Chamber, City Hall 2nd floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB. 4.8 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-152: Referral of Items to PAC and August Public Hearings, Common Council refer the following applications to the Planning Advisory Committee and set the date for the public hearings to be held at the meeting of Common Council scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026, commencing at 6 PM, for a rezoning for a parking area behind 145 Landsdowne Ave and along Harrington / Sears Streets (portion of PIDs 55236491 and 00370973) from applicant Rob LeBlanc, Partner and Founder of Fathom Studio; a rezoning for 2100 Mackay Highway (PID 00418046) from applicant Catherine Guitard, P.Eng., Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure, NB; and a rezoning for 615/631 Loch Lomond (PID 00317248) from applicant 733988 New Brunswick Inc., to be held in the Council Chamber, City Hall 2nd floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB. 4.9 RESOLVED that the Letter of Thanks from the NB Youth Orchestra be received for information. 4.10 RESOLVED that the correspondence from S. McCausland re: Stop the Spray Canada - End Forest Herbicide Spraying be received for information. 4.11 RESOLVED that the correspondence from D. Alexander re: Data Centres be received for information. 4.12 RESOLVED that the correspondence from C. Watson re: Simpson Scrap Metal 11 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 EIA - Request for Council Action on Lorneville Impacts be received for information. 4.13 RESOLVED that the correspondence from G. Whitepine regarding a request to present re: AI Data Centres be denied. 4.14 RESOLVED that the correspondence from K. Pichoskie re: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day/Month Request for Proclamation be referred to the Clerk to prepare the proclamation. Moved by Councillor Sullivan, seconded by Councillor Moore: RESOLVED that the recommendation set out in each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5. Members Comments Members commented on various local events. 6. Proclamation 7. Delegations / Presentations 8. Public Hearings 9. Consideration of By-Laws 9.1 Public Presentation of Municipal Plan Amendment - 0 Rex Hurley Boulevard / 0 Glen Road Chief Development and Community Officer Poffenroth provided an introduction. Moved by Councillor Wyatt, seconded by Councillor Moore: RESOLVED that Common Council conduct a Public Presentation for this item, thereby formally initiating the required 30-day public comment period for a proposed Municipal Plan Amendment. MOTION CARRIED. Chief Development and Community Officer Poffenroth gave a public presentation for a proposed Municipal Plan Amendment for 0 Rex Hurley Boulevard / 0 Glen Road (PIDs 55246706 and a portion of PID 00302778). Earlier this year, Council amended the designated land use in the Municipal Plan for the subject property along with rezoning the property. On the day before the City filed its documentation for recordation, the Province independently filed a new subdivision for the same property. Due to the subdivision filing, a new PID was assigned to the property. This new PID does not match the original PID in t, the Province has requested that the land use designation process and rezoning be re-started with the new PID. Other than the PID, the application itself has not changed from what was previously approved by Council. To re- start the Municipal Plan Amendment, the first step is to conduct a Public Presentation that 12 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 announces a proposed amendment will be considered. This Public Presentation also serves as the formal initiation of the required 30-day public comment period. rd 9.2 Traffic By-law Amendment - Sydney Street (Broad to Saint James) (3 Reading) Chief Operating Officer K. Loughery provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Colwell-McCavour, seconded by Councillor Savoie: RESOLVED that the by--law Number MV-10.1 A By-law to Amend a By- law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John and amendments thereto, - One-Way Streets, be read. MOTION CARRIED. The by-law entitled "By-law Number MV-10.1 A By-law to Amend a By-law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John and amendments thereto was read in its entirety. Moved by Councillor Wyatt, seconded by Councillor Merrithew: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number MV-10.1 A By-law to Amend a By- Law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John and amendments thereto, - One-Way Streets, be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED. Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled "By-law Number MV-10.1 A By-law to Amend a By-law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John and amendments thereto. 10. Submissions by Council Members 11. Business Matters Municipal Officers 11.1 Standing Committees of Council The CAO provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Hooley, seconded by Councillor Norton: RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2026-158: Standing Committees of Council, Common Council direct the CAO to return with new or updated Terms of Reference and/or mandates for the Committees of Council as described in M&C 2026-158. MOTION CARRIED. 12. Committee Reports ! 13. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 14. General Correspondence 13 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL July 6, 2026 / le 6 juillet 2026 15. Supplemental Agenda 16. Committee of the Whole 17. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Colwell-McCavour, seconded by Councillor Moore: RESOLVED that the meeting of Common Council held on July 6, 2026, be adjourned. MOTION CARRIED. The Deputy Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. 14 Tjuf!Vqebuft Gsbnfxpsl!JnqmfnfoubujpoPqfsbujpobm!TvqqpsuGsbnfxpsl!Bdujwbujpo Sfe!\[poft Hsffo! !tjuft!npwfe!voefs!gvmm! Po!Bqsjm!2-!3137-!\[pofqspwjodjbm!pwfstjhiu/ Ovncfs!pg!Hsffo!\[poft o!Djuz.Pxofe! Zfmmpx!\[poft Ovncfs!pg! Upubm!Ejwfstjpot Hsffo!\[poftZfmmpx!\[poft COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2026-167 Report DateJuly 24, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Notification of Public Presentation 100 Goldsworthy Road/0 DoylesLane AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Yeva MattsonPankajNalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION That Council publish notice ofthePublic Presentation related to the item below. Notice is to be posted between tenand 14 days prior to the Public Presentation scheduled forAugust 17, 2026. Municipal Plan Amendment ApplicantGeraldWilliamLaskey For 100Goldsworthy Road/ 0 DoylesLane PIDportionof PID 00337295(5.14 hectares) nd Location: Council Chamber, City Hall 2floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Per §25 of the Community Planning Act, Council is required to publishanotice to alert the public of thetime and place of aPublic Presentation thatinitiatesthe required30-day comment period foranyproposed Municipal Plan Amendment.The required noticefor aPublic Presentationmust be published ten to 14 days prior to the Council meeting where the Public Presentation will occur. Thisitem approves the required noticeforaPublic Presentation of a Municipal Plan Amendment forproperty at100 Goldsworthy Road/0 Doyles Lane. The applicant is requesting to change this Future Land Use designation from Rural Resourceto Rural Residentialto pursue the future subdivision ofthe property andpotentially create ten new residential lots.In this case, amendingthe Future Land Useis thefirst stepfor this application. Subdivision into any number of new lots isnot guaranteed.Rezoning and servicingto support all new lotswouldbe needed. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS Thereareno known previous resolutionsrelated to this matter regarding this property. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Common Council established five priorities for their 2021-2026 term. Public Presentationsalign REPORT To initiate aMunicipal Plan Amendment, Councilholdsa Public Presentation to announcethat anamendment is tobe considered. ThePublic Presentation serves as the formal initiation of the Provincially-required,30-day public comment period set forth in the Community Planning Act. The Public Presentation itself must have a public notice posted between ten and 14 days prior to themeeting where thePublic Presentationis to be held. 25Public Notice of Municipal Plan (1)Beforecomplying withthe requirements of section 111 with respect to a municipal plan, a council shall publish a notice at least 10 days, but no more than 14 days, before the day referred to in paragraph (b), stating (a)the intention of the council to adopt a municipal plan, (b)the time and place fora public presentation by the council of the proposed plan, and (c)that objections to the proposed plan may be made to the council within 30 days of the day of the public presentation. In this manner, Council alerts the public that there is a30-day commentperiodabout to begin. The 30-day comment periodis in advance of public meetings where the amendment is reviewed and considered. Council also formally closesthe 30-day comment period at anotherpublic meeting.Following the closing of the comment period, the matter is referred to the Planning Advisory Committee(PAC). PACprovides written comments to Council. Council thenholdsa public hearing on the proposal. Regarding service and financial outcomes, changes toFuture Land Useshavelong-term impacts. During the Municipal Plan Amendment process, big picture concerns ofthe surrounding area and the appropriateness of the changesrelated to transportation infrastructure, public services, and the long-term costs and benefits areconsidered. Land use amendmentschange the stated goals of the City, albeitin this case,for a very small area compared to the entire land area of the City. In this instance, t from Rural Resource to Rural Residential to pursue the future subdivision of the property and potentially create ten new residential lots. As noted in the Executive Summary, forthis case, amending the Future Land Use is the first step for this application. Subdivision into any number of new lots is not guaranteed. Rezoning and servicing to support all new lots would be needed. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person As part of the application review process, the proposed amendments are circulated to other City service areas, external agencies, and governmental departments for feedback. Responses fromthe external reviews are included in the staff reports submitted to the Planning Advisory ATTACHMENT DRAFT Notice of the Public Presentation related to 100 Goldsworthy Road / 0 Doyles Lane COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2026-166 Report DateJuly 21, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaFinance and Strategic Investments Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Contract 2026-09: Lancaster WWTF Sludge Removal & Disposal AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorActing Executive LeadCAO Greg MoranMichael BakerJodie ForgieIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Contract No. 2026-09: Lancaster WWTF Sludge Removal &Disposal be awarded to the low tenderer, GFL Environmental Services Inc., at their tendered price of $802,413.95, (including HST) as calculated based on estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessarycontract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract No. 2026-09: Lancaster WWTF Sludge Removal & Disposal to the low tenderer. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION st December 1, 2025: M&C 2025-273 -2026 General and Utility Capital Budget, approved. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT This sludge removal and disposal project is being completed because ofa capital project that took place in 2025 at the Lancaster Lagoon Facility.The 2025 capital project involvedthe replacement of the existing aeration systemwhich required dredging to be performed,and sludgeplacedin sludge dewatering bags. The bags remained at the Lancaster Lagoon site on a containment pad to experience freeze-thaw cyclestodewater andbe hauled away and disposed of in the following years. This staged approach responsibility,spreading out the disposal costs over several years. REPORT The approved 2026Utility Fund Capital Program includesfunding for theremoval and disposal of a portion of the sludge that was dredged and placed in dewatering geobags last yearatthe Lancaster Wastewater Treatment Facility. The proposed work generally involves: TENDER RESULTS st Tenders closed on July 21, 2026, with the following results, including HST: 1.GFL Environmental Services Inc.$ 802,413.95 2.TerraEx Inc.$ 831,450.00 604,612.50, including HST. ANALYSIS The tenders were reviewed by staff, and all were found to be formal in all respects. Staff are of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources and ability to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Assuming the award of the Contract to the low tenderer, an analysis has been completed, which includes the estimated amount of work to be performed by the Contractor and Others (i.e. engineering services costs, etc.). The analysis is as follows: Budget $ 600,000.00 Project Net Cost $ 757,433.00 Variance (Shortfall) -($157,433.00) Based on theabovefunding shortfall of $157,433, it is recommended that this shortfall be addressed by reallocatingthe required fundsfromthe Lancaster Lagoon Liner design project (26WC11). The Lancaster Lagoon Liner design projectwill be relisted within the Utilities 5-year investment plan. POLICY -TENDERING OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS adhering to the City's General Specifications and specific project specifications. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES This project is a resultof the aeration system renewalcapital project completed in 2025which reduced the likelihood of future service disruptions for residents andaddressed potential failures in the oldinfrastructure. The project also aidedin reducing the Utilities operational costs which resultedfrom dealing with infrastructure that wasbeyond its useful life. The Utility will be removing and disposing of sludge from the sludge bags on an annual basis until all the sludge bags are disposed of. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Supply Chain ManagementChris Roberts Service Delivery (SJW)Kendall Mason / Kevin Loughery StrategicInvestments (Finance)Craig Lavigne ATTACHMENT(S) N/A /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-174 Report DateJuly 21, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaService Delivery and Operations Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:CƌĻĻƷ wĻƦƌğĭĻƒĻƓƷ tƩƚĭǒƩĻƒĻƓƷ WǒƌǤЋЉЋЏ/ǒƭƷƚƒ tǒƒƦĻƩ AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Dan GibsonKevin LougheryKevin LougheryIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Common Council award the purchase of one (1) 2027 Custom 7010 Maxi Saber Pumper truckat a total cost of $1,208,734.00 plus HST to Safety Source Fire Inc. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Citymanages a diverse municipal fleet of approximately 300 units, including passenger vehicles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, and heavy-duty equipment. and replace units which have reached the end of their useful service lives. The purpose of this report is to make recommendations to award the latest proposed units which require Common Council approval. The City currently has over 90 units past their optimal replacement point (ORP, a calculation based on the age of a unit, the odometer reading, overall condition and maintenance cost) and this year, approximately 30 units (some of which are the least reliable and most expensive to maintain) will be replac The custom pumper in this recommendation is to replace unit 033, a 2004E-One Resue Pumper which was placed into service in 2006. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) Not applicable. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT T to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure. REPORTIncluding Any Service and Financial Outcomes Pumper fire trucks are a critical component of the City's emergency response fleet, serving as the primary apparatus used to respond to structure fires, vehicle fires, rescue operations, hazardous materials incidents, and a wide range of public safety emergencies. These specialized vehicles provide firefighters with equipment, personnel capacity, water pumping capabilities, and firefighting tools necessary to effectively protect life, property, and critical infrastructure during emergency situations. Equipped with onboard pumps, watertanks, hose complements, and specialized firefighting equipment, pumper trucks are often the first apparatus dispatched to emergency incidents. Their versatility and operational capabilities enable firefighters to establish water supplies, conduct fire suppression activities, support rescue operations, and manage a variety of emergency response scenarios across the community. As frontline emergency response units, pumper trucks play an essential role in maintaining the Fire Department's ability to meet established response standards and service-level expectations. Beyond fire suppression, pumper trucks support emergency preparedness and community resilience by responding to technical rescues, natural disasters, mutual aid requests, and other emergency events requiring specialized equipment and personnel. Their reliability and readiness are essential to ensuring the Fire Department can respond effectively to evolving operational risks and community needs. Maintaining and investing in frontline pumper apparatus ensures the City can continue to deliver safe, effective, and reliable emergency services, improve operational readiness, and support increasing service demands associated with population growth, urban development, and climate- related emergencies. Unit 033 entered service on July 21, 2006, and accumulated more than 270,470 kilometresduring its operational life. Over that period, the apparatus incurred $426,079.23 in maintenance expenditures and achieved an ORP score exceeding 40, indicating it had surpassed its optimal replacement threshold. Following a comprehensive mechanical and safety assessment, Unit 033 was removed from service due to deficiencies that could not be reasonably corrected through ongoing maintenance or repair. The apparatus was subsequently disposed of in accordance with established fleet management practices. The purchase of one (1) 2027 Custom 7010 Maxi Saber Pumper Truck from Safety Source Fire Inc. will restore the operational capacity previously provided by Unit 033. Through the Continuous Improvement Fleet Utilization review, this apparatus was identified as acritical service delivery asset and deemed necessary to maintain emergency response capabilities and operational requirements. This acquisition represents a planned replacement of existing fleet equipment and was approved as part of the 2026 Capital Budget. Funding for the purchase is available through the Fire Fleet Reserve, which is funded through annual operating budget contributions. The specifications allow for vendors to submit proposals of new and/or used equipment to be evaluated using common criteria. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Supply ChainManagement facilitated the Request for Proposal (RFP)process to solicit proposals for the custom pumper.As such theRFP closed on June 3, 2026,with the following proponents responding by submitting proposals: Metalfab Ltd. Safety Source Fire Inc. Techno Feu Inc. Safetek Emergency Vehicles Ltd. A review committee, consisting of staff from Fleet Management and the Saint John Fire Departmentreviewed the submissions for completeness and compliance with the RFP requirements and selection criteria consisting of the following: 1.Quality and Completeness of Proposal 2.Compliance with Minimum Specifications 3.Delivery 4.Service Response Time 5.Value Added 6.Cost proposals based on their technical merits. Following this, the financial proposals were opened and evaluated, and corresponding scores were added to the technical scores. the evaluation criteria. Chain Management support therecommendation being put forth. Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Rob Nichol Legal andPublic Safety Services Ed Moyer Legal andPublic Safety Services Chris Patterson Service Delivery and Operations Finance and Strategic Investment Chris Roberts Services ATTACHMENT(S) Not applicable. /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-175 Report DateJuly 21, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaService Delivery and Operations Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:CƌĻĻƷ wĻƦƌğĭĻƒĻƓƷ tƩƚĭǒƩĻƒĻƓƷ WǒƌǤЋЉЋЏğƓƉĻƩƩǒĭƉ AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Dan GibsonKevin LougheryKevin LougheryIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Common Council award the purchase of One(1) 2026 Maxi Metal Inc. Commercial 2-Door, 3600 USG Tanker on a Freightliner M2-112 Chassisat a total cost of $813,449.54plus HST to Safety Source Fire Inc. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City manages a diverse municipal fleet of approximately 300 units, including passenger vehicles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, and heavy-duty equipment. and replace units which have reached the end of their useful service lives. The purpose of this report is to make recommendations to award the latest proposedunits which require Common Council approval. The City currently has over 90 units past their optimal replacement point (ORP, a calculation based on the age of a unit, the odometer reading, overall condition and maintenance cost) and this year, approximately 30 units (some of which are the least reliable and most expensive to The tanker truck in this recommendation is to replace unit 052, a 2001Metalfab Freightliner Tankerwhich was placed into service in 2001. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) Not applicable. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT T to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure. REPORTIncluding Any Service and Financial Outcomes Fire tanker trucks are a essential water supply and firefighting support in areas where hydrant infrastructure is limited, unavailable, or insufficient to meet operational demands. These specialized vehicles playa vital role in protecting life, property, and critical infrastructure by ensuring firefighters have access to a reliable water source during structural, wildland, and large-scale emergency incidents. Their capacity, mobility, and pumping capabilities enable effective response across diverse urban, suburban, and rural environments, supporting public safety and emergency service delivery standards. Beyond fire suppression operations, fire tanker trucks contribute to overall emergency preparedness and resilience by providing water transport and support during natural disasters, extended incidents, and mutual aid responses. Their versatility allows them to be deployed in a range of emergency scenarios, helping maintain operational continuity and enhancing the Fire Maintaining and investing in this specialized apparatus ensures the city can continue to meet established emergency response standards, improve operational effectiveness, and remain preparedto address increasing service demands associated with community growth, changing development patterns, and climate-related events. Unit 052 entered service on November 21, 2001, and currently has an odometer reading of 101,375 km and an ORP score exceeding 36. Throughout its service life, the unit has incurred $245,534.82 in maintenance costs, including $40,263.33 in the past 24 months alone. Maintenance expenditures have continued to escalate as the unit ages, with lifetime repair costs now approaching the apparatus's original purchase price. Given its age, condition, and increasing maintenance requirements, Unit 052 is nearing the end of its useful service life. Continued operation is expected to result in further significant maintenance costs and an increased risk of service disruptions, supporting the need for its planned replacement. It is recommended that Common Council award the purchase of one (1) 2026 Maxi Metal Inc. Commercial 2-Door, 3,600 USG Tanker on a Freightliner M2-112 chassis from Safety Source Fire Inc. to replace Unit 052. Through the Continuous Improvement Fleet Utilization Project, this apparatus was identified as a critical service delivery asset and deemed necessary to maintain emergency response capabilities and operational requirements. The tentative delivery date for the new unit is approximately January 2027. Upon delivery of the new unit, Fleet Management will perform a thorough assessment of the existing unit to determine whether it should be retained as a reserve apparatus or disposed of through auction. This acquisition represents a planned replacement of existing fleet equipment and was approved as part of the 2026 Provincial Capital Renewal Funding. The specifications allow for vendors to submit proposals of new and/or usedequipment to be evaluated using common criteria. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS On June 3, 2026, Supply Chain Management issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to two (2) fighting Apparatus Program. Both suppliers responded and their submissions were reviewed and evaluated against t acceptable to staff. Canoe Procurement Group of Canada: The Canoe Procurement Group of Canada provides multi-province programs built specifically to address the needs and objectives of municipalities, public sector entities, and not-for-profit organizations. Canoe and partner opportunities are publicly tendered as part of a competitive procurement process and are fully compliant with all legislation and trade agreements. The Canoe Procurement Group of Canada published RFP # 082025-Firefighting Apparatus and Fire Service Vehicleson July 2, 2025. Submissions were scored and resulted in fourteen (14) executed agreements available for use by municipalities, academic institutions, schools and hospitals (MASH) sector. Theseagreementsarein place until December 8, 2029. Chain Management support the recommendations being put forth. Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Rob Nichol Legal andPublic Safety Services Ed Moyer Legal andPublic Safety Services Chris Patterson Service Delivery and Operations Finance and Strategic Investment Chris Roberts Services ATTACHMENT(S) Not applicable. /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-168 Report DateJuly 20, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaFinance and Strategic Investments Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Construction License Agreements for Mount Pleasant Avenue Retaining Wall Replacement AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorActing Executive LeadCAO Katy HarrisMichael BakerJodie Forgie Ian Fogan RECOMMENDATION RESOLVED that the City enter into Construction License Agreementsin the forms generally as attached to M&C 2026-168 with landowners of PID 55111553 and PID 55112866 for the purpose of removing and replacing the retaining wall located on the south-eastern border of the property line; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said Construction License Agreementsand any document ancillary thereto or necessary to effect the transaction. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to request the permission and license of Common Council for the City to enter upon the Lands to undertake the construction to replace the existingretaining wall, subject to the terms and conditions of the attached License Agreements. Peter Joseph Chase and Brenda Irene Chase are the owners of the landsidentified by PID 55112866and YMCA of Southern New Brunswick (YMCA) is the owner of the lands identified by PID 55111553. On the border of PID 55112866, PID 55111553and the municipal street, Mount Pleasant Avenue, where there is a retaining wall thatrequires replacement. The Cityis required to remove and replace the existing retaining wall. The City has requested access from Peter Chase, BrendaChaseand the YMCAfor the purpose of removing and replacing the retaining wall as well asreplacing topsoil and sod to match the existing grade. In addition the work includesthe removal and replacement of treesthat are in close proximity to the existing wall. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION December 1st, 2025: M&C 2025-273;2026 General and Utility Fund Capital Budget, approved. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT This report aligns with Council's Priorities for ah9 as the project involves replacing an old retaining wallthat runs beside existing sidewalk. The removal and replacement of the existing retaining wall will provide safe passage for pedestrians using the sidewalk for many years. REPORT The 2026 General Fund Capital Program includesfunding for retaining wall renewalsin various locations around the City. The Mount Pleasant retaining wall was selected as theexistingrock retaining wall is beyond its useful life. The project includes replacement of the existing retaining wall, drain tile and associated landscaping for the retaining wall located along 55 Mount Pleasant Avenue (PID 55112866), a residential home owned by Peter and Brenda Chase, and the neighboring property of 32 Crows Nest Lane (PID 55111553), owned byYMCA of Southern New Brunswick. Fundy Engineering (the noted work. Obtaining a Construction License Agreement is required for slope cutback when removing and replacing the existing retaining wall. TheseAgreementsarelike other agreements the City must obtain, in that a licensee, the City, is required to commit to a standard set of terms and conditions in return for the access and use of the above-mentioned property. th This project is tentatively scheduled to go to tender on July 28, 2026. The contract between the successful bidder and the City for construction of the renewed infrastructure will require the successful bidder to abide by every term and condition outlined in the Construction License Agreements. Like all agreements, the Construction License has a termination date. The Licensein each agreementwould expire upon the 15th day October 2026; or in accordance with the terms noted within the Agreement. The Construction License Agreement will allow access to the site and sufficient area for the work to be completed. The work to be completed on the private property includes a slope cutback to allow for removing and replacing the existing retaining wall. In order to safety remove the retaining walls two privately ownedtrees will need to be removedprior to excavation occurring. Landscaping will be reinstated to existing grades with topsoil and sod. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The Mount Pleasant Avenue retaining wall replacement will improve safety for pedestrians in the area and repair existing failing infrastructure. As part of this agreement The City will be responsible for capital costs associated with the works described above. Following final completion of the works, all future maintenance of the reinstated landscaping will be the responsibility of the landowner. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person General Councils OfficeGyan Munn ATTACHMENT(S) Appendix #1 -Construction License Agreement YMCA PID 55111553 Appendix #2 Construction License Agreement Chase PID 55112866 Parcel Identifier: 55111553 THIS CONSTRUCTION LICENSE AGREEMENT made as of the __ day of ___________, 2026 (the “Effective Date”). BETWEEN: YMCA OF SOUTHWESTERN NEW BRUNSWICK INC., a body corporate by the laws of the Province of New Brunswick, having its head office at 191 Churchill Boulevard, Saint John, E2K 3E2 (the “Licensor”) OF THE FIRST PART -and - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN, having its offices at the City Hall Building at 15 Market Square, Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 4L1, a body corporate by Royal Charter, confirmed and amended by Acts of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of New Brunswick (“Licensee”) OF THE SECOND PART WHEREAS the Licensor is the owner of the lands and premises municipally known as 32 Crows Nest Lane, in the City of Saint John, in the County of Saint John and Province of New Brunswick, bearing parcel identifier number 55111553 (the “Lands”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee desires to remove and replace the existing retaining wall that borders the property boundary of the Lands and the municipally owned public street Mount Pleasant Avenue, as depicted on the “Plan of Survey Showing Easements “E-1” & “E-2” Required By The City of Saint John”, Drawing #26065SP and dated May 13, 2026, attached hereto as Schedule “A” (the “Plan”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee has asked for permission and license to enter into and upon and exit from the Lands for the sole purpose of removing and replacing the retaining wall and restoring the topsoil and sod to match the existing grade, and as further described in Schedule “B” (the “Purpose”), under the terms and conditions of this Construction License Agreement (the “License”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee has, at a meeting of its Common Council held on ______________, 2026, approved for the Licensee to engage in such Purpose upon the Lands in the area depicted as “Easement “E-1”” on the Plan and having an 2 2 approximate area of 74 square meters (m) (the “Licensed Area”) upon the terms and conditions set out herein; NOW THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY AGREED AND WITNESSED that in consideration of the Licensor granting approval to Licensee to engage in such Purpose upon the Lands, as well as other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: 1. Interpretation 1.1 In this License: (a) “Business Day” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, statutory holiday or civic holiday in the Province of New Brunswick; (b) “License” means this Construction License Agreement and includes any schedules attached hereto and shall also include any agreements entered into which have the effect of amending this License from time to time; (c) “Licensee” includes the Licensee and its officers, assigns, employees, servants, agents, contractors and workers; (d) “Licensor” includes the Licensor and its officers, agents, assigns and successors; (e) “Party” means either the Licensor or the Licensee, as applicable and “Parties” means the Licensor and Licensee, collectively; and (f) “Term” means the period set out in Section 3.1 below. 2. Terms of the License 2.1 Grant of License (a) The Licensor hereby gives, subject to the terms, conditions, covenants, and provisions set out herein, non-exclusive permission and license to the Licensee, its servants, agents, employees, contractors, and invitees to enter into and upon and exit from the Lands to engage in such Purpose as described in Schedule “B” hereto, upon the Licensed Area during the Term; (b) The Licensor and its occupants and invitees shall not obstruct or interfere with the Licensee in carrying out the Purpose, and shall comply with reasonable safety instructions of the Licensee; 3 (c) The Licensee shall give the Licensor forty-eight (48) hours prior notice before any initial entry upon the Lands for the Purpose; and (d) The Licensee shall give the Licensor forty-eight (48) hours prior notice if the Licensee requires the Licensor to relocate any motor vehicles or personal property from the Licensed Area to facilitate the Purpose. 2.2 The Licensee hereby covenants and agrees with the Licensor as follows: (a) that it shall only use the Licensed Area for the Purpose and that it shall not use the Licensed Area for any other purpose; (b) that it shall implement site safety and security measures of the Licensed Area as it reasonably considers appropriate having regard to the nature and stage of the work contemplated under the Purpose as defined in Schedule “B”; and (c) that it shall keep the area around the Licensed Area reasonably clean and shall remove any debris associated with the Purpose upon completion of the Purpose. 3. Term and Termination 3.1 This License shall be effective commencing on the Effective Date and shall continue until the later of October 15, 2026, and the date on which the Licensee determines that the Purpose and any required restoration have been substantially completed, unless earlier terminated by the Licensee in accordance with the terms set out herein (the “Term”). 3.2 This License may be terminated at any time by the Licensee by giving written notice of such termination to the Licensor, which notice will specify the effective date of such termination. 3.3 The Licensee may suspend and resume the work undertaken for the Purpose for reasons relating to weather, safety, engineering, or operations or for any other reason as reasonably determined by the Licensee. 4. Insurance and Indemnity 4.1 The Licensee shall throughout the Term, at its own cost and expense, take out and keep in full force and effect a policy or policies of insurance providing commercially reasonable coverage, in a form and for such amounts and risks as it determines necessary from time to time. 4 4.2 The Licensee shall not be liable for any death or injury arising from or out of any occurrence in, upon, at, or relating to the execution of the Purpose, or damage to property of the Licensor or of others located on the Lands, nor shall it be responsible for any loss of or damage to any property of the Licensor or others from any cause whatsoever. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Licensee shall not be liable for any injury or damage to persons or property resulting from fire, explosion, steam, gas, electricity, water, rain, flood, snow or leaks from any part of the execution of the Purpose. In no event shall the Licensee be liable for any injury to the Licensor for any injury or damage to any property of the Licensor, or to any property of any other person, firm or corporation on or about the Lands. 4.3 The Licensor will defend, indemnify, and save harmless the Licensee, the Mayor, councilors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors, from and against any and all claims, actions, damages, demands, suits or other proceedings, liability, and expenses incurred or suffered by or asserted against the Licensee in connection with any misrepresentation, breach, violation or non-performance by the Licensor, its occupants, invitees, or other persons entering the Lands for whom the Licensor is responsible at law, of any covenant, condition or agreement to be fulfilled, kept, observed or performed under this License or anything done or purported to be done in any manner hereunder. 4.4 In case the Licensee shall, without fault on its part, be made a party to any litigation commenced by or against the Licensor, then the Licensor shall protect and hold it harmless and shall pay all costs, expenses, and solicitors’ and counsel fees on a solicitor and client basis incurred or paid by them in connection with such litigation. 5. Notice 5.1 Any notice or other communication required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be delivered in person, transmitted by electronic communication or sent by registered mail, charges prepaid, addressed as follows: (a) if to Licensor: YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick Inc. c/o Paul Cooper 191 Churchill Boulevard, Saint John, NB E2K 3E2 email: p.cooper@saintjohny.ca (b) if to Licensee: The City of Saint John 5 General Counsel Office City Hall 15 Market Square Saint John, NB E2L 4L1 email: generalcounsel@saintjohn.ca with a copy to: The City Clerk email: cityclerk@saintjohn.ca Any such notice or other communication shall be deemed to have been given and received on the day on which it was delivered or transmitted (or, if such day is not a Business Day, on the next following Business Day) or, if rd ) Business Day following the date of mailing; mailed, on the third (3 provided, however, that if at the time of mailing or within three (3) Business Days thereafter there is or occurs a labour dispute or other event that might reasonably be expected to disrupt the delivery of documents by mail, any notice or other communication hereunder shall be delivered or transmitted by means of electronic communication as aforesaid. 6. General Terms 6.1 This License will in all respects be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of New Brunswick and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, excluding any choice of law provisions and without effect to principles of conflicts of law, regardless of the place of making or performance. New Brunswick courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all matters arising in relation to this License, and each Party accepts the jurisdiction of New Brunswick courts. 6.2 The Parties each agree to do all such acts and provide such further assurances and instruments as may reasonably be required in order to carry out the provisions of this License and to give effect to the express terms of this License, provided that this Section 6.2 shall not be construed as obligating the Licensee to amend or enact any by-law or regulation. 6.3 The Licensor shall not assign or transfer any of its rights or obligations under this License. The Licensee may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under this License without the consent of the Licensor. Subject to the foregoing, this License will enure to the benefit of and will be binding upon each Party and their respective successors and permitted assigns. This License is not intended to be for the benefit of any person other than the Parties. No other person or party will be 6 considered a third party beneficiary of or otherwise entitled to any rights or benefits arising in connection with this License. 6.4 No amendment of this License is effective unless made in writing and signed by the duly authorized representatives of each of the Licensor and the Licensee. No waiver of any provision of this License is effective unless made in writing, and any such waiver has effect only in respect of the particular provision or circumstance stated in the waiver. A Party’s failure at any time to enforce any of the provisions of, or any right or remedy available to it under, this License or at law or in equity, or to exercise any option provided, will not constitute a waiver of that provision, right, remedy or option or in any way affect the validity of this License. A Party’s waiver of any default by either Party will not be deemed a continuing waiver, but will apply solely to the instance to which that waiver is directed. 6.5 Except as otherwise set forth in this License, the rights, powers, and remedies of each Party set forth in this License are cumulative, are in addition to, and without prejudice to any other right, power or remedy that may be available to such Party under this License, and may be exercised concurrently or separately. 6.6 This License may be executed in any number of counterparts, in which case (a) the counterparts together shall constitute one License, and (b) communication of execution by fax or electronic transmission shall constitute good delivery. This License shall become effective and binding upon execution by all Parties to this License. 6.7 This License contains the entire agreement between the Licensor and the Licensee regarding the subject matter of this License and supersedes any previous representations, statements, discussions, proposals, agreements, negotiations and understandings, regarding the same subject matter. There are no agreements, promises, representations, warranties, terms, conditions or commitments regarding the subject matter of this License, except as expressed in this License. Neither Party has relied upon or been induced to enter into this License by any representations, statements, oral or written, discussions, proposals, agreements, negotiations or understandings not expressly contained in this License. Under no circumstances will such terms be considered an amendment to this License. 6.8 Miscellaneous (a) No provision of this License will be construed against or interpreted to the disadvantage of any Party, because that Party has or is deemed to have drafted the provision; 7 (b) The division of this License into articles, sections, subsections, and paragraphs and the insertion of headings and captions are for the Parties’ convenience only, are not part of the text, and will not be deemed in any way to limit or affect the meaning, construction, or interpretation of this License; (c) When used in this License, “including” means “including without limitation”; (d) Each Party is responsible for paying its own costs and expenses incurred in connection with the negotiation, preparation, and execution and delivery of this License; (e) If any term, provision or section of this License is invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other term, provision or section of this License or invalidate or render unenforceable such term, provision or section in any other jurisdiction; and (f) Those sections of this License that are intended by their nature to survive termination or expiration of this License will survive. The Parties hereto have agreed that this License and any other documents attached or relating to this License, as applicable, will be drawn up in the English language only. \[Signature page follows\] 8 SIGNED, SEALED & DELIVERED ) YMCA OF SOUTHWESTERN NEW in the presence of:)BRUNSWICK INC. ) ) _______________________________ ) ) , Title: I have the authority to bind the corporation ) ) ) ) ) THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN, )LICENSEE ) ) ) ________________________________ ) Donna Noade Reardon, Mayor ) ) ) ________________________________ ) Jonathan Taylor, City Clerk ) ) Common Council Resolution: ) July __, 2026 ) ) DATED onJuly __, 2026 9 SCHEDULE “A” PLAN See attached. 10 SCHEDULE “B” PURPOSE 2 An approximate area of 74 square meters (m), more particularly identified and labeled as “Easement “E-1”” in the “Plan of Survey Showing Easements “E-1” & “E-2” Required By The City of Saint John”, Drawing #26065SP and dated May 13, 2026. A license and permission at the cost, risk and expense of the Licensee, by its officers, servants, employees, agents, contractors and workers to enter into the Lands and the Licensed Area with machinery, materials, vehicles and equipment and to construct or reconstruct, alter, maintain, inspect, repair, remove and replace the retaining wall including all related works appurtenant thereto, including but not limited to the removal and replacement of certain vegetation as determined necessary by the Licensee, and restoring without delay as far as is practicable the surface of the Licensed Area to the same or near same condition as it was prior to the commencement of the work. Parcel Identifier: 55112866 THIS CONSTRUCTION LICENSE AGREEMENT made as of the __ day of ___________, 2026 (the “Effective Date”). BETWEEN: PETER JOSEPH CHASE, of 55 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Saint John, New Brunswick E2K 3T6 and BRENDA DARLENE CHASE, of 55 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Saint John, New Brunswick E2K 3T6 (collectively, the “Licensors”) OF THE FIRST PART - and - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN, having its offices at the City Hall Building at 15 Market Square, Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 4L1, a body corporate by Royal Charter, confirmed and amended by Acts of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of New Brunswick (“Licensee”) OF THE SECOND PART WHEREAS the Licensors are the owners of the lands and premises municipally known as 55 Mount Pleasant Avenue, in the City of Saint John, in the County of Saint John and Province of New Brunswick, bearing parcel identifier number 55112866 (the “Lands”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee desires to remove and replace the existing retaining wall that borders the property boundary of the Lands and the municipally owned public street Mount Pleasant Avenue, as depicted on the “Plan of Survey Showing Easements “E-1” & “E-2” Required By The City of Saint John”, Drawing #26065SP and dated May 13, 2026, attached hereto as Schedule “A” (the “Plan”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee has asked for permission and license to enter into and upon and exit from the Lands for the sole purpose of removing and replacing the retaining wall, including the removal and replacement of trees, and restoring the topsoil and sod to match the existing grade, and as further described in Schedule “B” (the “Purpose”), under the terms and conditions of this Construction License Agreement (the “License”); AND WHEREAS the Licensee has, at a meeting of its Common Council held on ______________, 2026, approved for the Licensee to engage in such Purpose upon the Lands in the area depicted as “Easement “E-2”” on the Plan and having an 2 2 approximate area of 247 square meters (m) (the “Licensed Area”) upon the terms and conditions set out herein; NOW THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY AGREED AND WITNESSED that in consideration of the Licensors granting approval to Licensee to engage in such Purpose upon the Lands, as well as other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: 1. Interpretation 1.1 In this License: (a) “Business Day” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, statutory holiday or civic holiday in the Province of New Brunswick; (b) “License” means this Construction License Agreement and includes any schedules attached hereto and shall also include any agreements entered into which have the effect of amending this License from time to time; (c) “Licensee” includes the Licensee and its officers, assigns, employees, servants, agents, contractors and workers; (d) “Licensor” or “Licensors” includes the Licensors and their executors, administrators, successors and heirs; (e) “Party” means either the Licensors or the Licensee, as applicable and “Parties” means the Licensors and Licensee, collectively; and (f) “Term” means the period set out in Section 3.1 below. 2. Terms of the License 2.1 Grant of License (a) The Licensors hereby give, subject to the terms, conditions, covenants, and provisions set out herein, non-exclusive permission and license to the Licensee, its servants, agents, employees, contractors, and invitees to enter into and upon and exit from the Lands to engage in such Purpose as described in Schedule “B” hereto, upon the Licensed Area during the Term; (b) The Licensors and their occupants and invitees shall not obstruct or interfere with the Licensee in carrying out the Purpose, and shall comply with reasonable safety instructions of the Licensee; 3 (c) The Licensee shall give the Licensors forty-eight (48) hours prior notice before any initial entry upon the Lands for the Purpose; and (d) The Licensee shall give the Licensors forty-eight (48) hours prior notice if the Licensee requires the Licensors to relocate any motor vehicles or personal property from the Licensed Area to facilitate the Purpose. 2.2 The Licensee hereby covenants and agrees with the Licensors as follows: (a) that it shall only use the Licensed Area for the Purpose and that it shall not use the Licensed Area for any other purpose; (b) that it shall implement site safety and security measures of the Licensed Area as it reasonably considers appropriate having regard to the nature and stage of the work contemplated under the Purpose as defined in Schedule “B”; and (c) that it shall keep the area around the Licensed Area reasonably clean and shall remove any debris associated with the Purpose upon completion of the Purpose. 3. Term and Termination 3.1 This License shall be effective commencing on the Effective Date and shall continue until the later of October 15, 2026, and the date on which the Licensee determines that the Purpose and any required restoration have been substantially completed, unless earlier terminated by the Licensee in accordance with the terms set out herein (the “Term”). 3.2 This License may be terminated at any time by the Licensee by giving written notice of such termination to the Licensors, which notice will specify the effective date of such termination. 3.3 The Licensee may suspend and resume the work undertaken for the Purpose for reasons relating to weather, safety, engineering, or operations or for any other reason as reasonably determined by the Licensee. 4. Insurance and Indemnity 4.1 The Licensee shall throughout the Term, at its own cost and expense, take out and keep in full force and effect a policy or policies of insurance providing commercially reasonable coverage, in a form and for such amounts and risks as it determines necessary from time to time. 4 4.2 The Licensee shall not be liable for any death or injury arising from or out of any occurrence in, upon, at, or relating to the execution of the Purpose, or damage to property of the Licensors or of others located on the Lands, nor shall it be responsible for any loss of or damage to any property of the Licensors or others from any cause whatsoever. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Licensee shall not be liable for any injury or damage to persons or property resulting from fire, explosion, steam, gas, electricity, water, rain, flood, snow or leaks from any part of the execution of the Purpose. In no event shall the Licensee be liable for any injury to the Licensors for any injury or damage to any property of the Licensors, or to any property of any other person, firm or corporation on or about the Lands. 4.3 The Licensors will defend, indemnify, and save harmless the Licensee, the Mayor, councilors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors, from and against any and all claims, actions, damages, demands, suits or other proceedings, liability, and expenses incurred or suffered by or asserted against the Licensee in connection with any misrepresentation, breach, violation or non-performance by the Licensors, their occupants, invitees, or other persons entering the Lands for whom the Licensors are responsible at law, of any covenant, condition or agreement to be fulfilled, kept, observed or performed under this License or anything done or purported to be done in any manner hereunder. 4.4 In case the Licensee shall, without fault on its part, be made a party to any litigation commenced by or against the Licensors, then the Licensors shall protect and hold it harmless and shall pay all costs, expenses, and solicitors’ and counsel fees on a solicitor and client basis incurred or paid by them in connection with such litigation. 5. Notice 5.1 Any notice or other communication required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be delivered in person, transmitted by electronic communication or sent by registered mail, charges prepaid, addressed as follows: (a) if to Licensors: Brenda Darlene Chase and Peter Joseph Chase 55 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Saint John, NB E2K 3T6 email: bartlettchase@gmail.com 5 (b) if to Licensee: The City of Saint John General Counsel Office City Hall 15 Market Square Saint John, NB E2L 4L1 email: generalcounsel@saintjohn.ca with a copy to: The City Clerk email: cityclerk@saintjohn.ca Any such notice or other communication shall be deemed to have been given and received on the day on which it was delivered or transmitted (or, if such day is not a Business Day, on the next following Business Day) or, if rd mailed, on the third (3) Business Day following the date of mailing; provided, however, that if at the time of mailing or within three (3) Business Days thereafter there is or occurs a labour dispute or other event that might reasonably be expected to disrupt the delivery of documents by mail, any notice or other communication hereunder shall be delivered or transmitted by means of electronic communication as aforesaid. 6. General Terms 6.1 This License will in all respects be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of New Brunswick and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, excluding any choice of law provisions and without effect to principles of conflicts of law, regardless of the place of making or performance. New Brunswick courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all matters arising in relation to this License, and each Party accepts the jurisdiction of New Brunswick courts. 6.2 The Parties each agree to do all such acts and provide such further assurances and instruments as may reasonably be required in order to carry out the provisions of this License and to give effect to the express terms of this License, provided that this Section 6.2 shall not be construed as obligating the Licensee to amend or enact any by-law or regulation. 6.3 The Licensors shall not assign or transfer any of their rights or obligations under this License. The Licensee may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under this License without the consent of the Licensors. Subject to the foregoing, this License will enure to the benefit of and will be binding upon each Party and their respective successors and permitted assigns. This License is not intended to be for the benefit of any person other than the Parties. No other person or party will be 6 considered a third party beneficiary of or otherwise entitled to any rights or benefits arising in connection with this License. 6.4 No amendment of this License is effective unless made in writing and signed by the duly authorized representatives of each of the Licensors and the Licensee. No waiver of any provision of this License is effective unless made in writing, and any such waiver has effect only in respect of the particular provision or circumstance stated in the waiver. A Party’s failure at any time to enforce any of the provisions of, or any right or remedy available to it under, this License or at law or in equity, or to exercise any option provided, will not constitute a waiver of that provision, right, remedy or option or in any way affect the validity of this License. A Party’s waiver of any default by either Party will not be deemed a continuing waiver, but will apply solely to the instance to which that waiver is directed. 6.5 Except as otherwise set forth in this License, the rights, powers, and remedies of each Party set forth in this License are cumulative, are in addition to, and without prejudice to any other right, power or remedy that may be available to such Party under this License, and may be exercised concurrently or separately. 6.6 This License may be executed in any number of counterparts, in which case (a) the counterparts together shall constitute one License, and (b) communication of execution by fax or electronic transmission shall constitute good delivery. This License shall become effective and binding upon execution by all Parties to this License. 6.7 This License contains the entire agreement between the Licensors and the Licensee regarding the subject matter of this License and supersedes any previous representations, statements, discussions, proposals, agreements, negotiations and understandings, regarding the same subject matter. There are no agreements, promises, representations, warranties, terms, conditions or commitments regarding the subject matter of this License, except as expressed in this License. Neither Party has relied upon or been induced to enter into this License by any representations, statements, oral or written, discussions, proposals, agreements, negotiations or understandings not expressly contained in this License. Under no circumstances will such terms be considered an amendment to this License. 6.8 Miscellaneous (a) No provision of this License will be construed against or interpreted to the disadvantage of any Party, because that Party has or is deemed to have drafted the provision; 7 (b) The division of this License into articles, sections, subsections, and paragraphs and the insertion of headings and captions are for the Parties’ convenience only, are not part of the text, and will not be deemed in any way to limit or affect the meaning, construction, or interpretation of this License; (c) When used in this License, “including” means “including without limitation”; (d) Each Party is responsible for paying its own costs and expenses incurred in connection with the negotiation, preparation, and execution and delivery of this License; (e) If any term, provision or section of this License is invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other term, provision or section of this License or invalidate or render unenforceable such term, provision or section in any other jurisdiction; and (f) Those sections of this License that are intended by their nature to survive termination or expiration of this License will survive. The Parties hereto have agreed that this License and any other documents attached or relating to this License, as applicable, will be drawn up in the English language only. \[Signature page follows\] 9 SCHEDULE “A” PLAN See attached. 10 SCHEDULE “B” PURPOSE 2 An approximate area of 247 square meters (m), more particularly identified and labeled as “Easement “E-2”” in the “Plan of Survey Showing Easements “E-1” & “E-2” Required By The City of Saint John”, Drawing #26065SP and dated May 13, 2026. A license and permission at the cost, risk and expense of the Licensee, by its officers, servants, employees, agents, contractors and workers to enter into the Lands and the Licensed Area with machinery, materials, vehicles and equipment and to construct or reconstruct, alter, maintain, inspect, repair, remove and replace the retaining wall including all related works appurtenant thereto, including but not limited to the removal and replacement of certain trees as determined necessary by the Licensee, and restoring without delay as far as is practicable the surface of the Licensed Area to the same or near same condition as it was prior to the commencement of the work. /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-171 Report DateJuly 21, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaFinance and Strategic Investments Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Engineering Services Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction and New Storm Sewer Outfall Installation AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorActing Executive LeadCAO Michael BakerJodie Forgie Ian Fogan RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the proposal from Engineering by Houghton, for engineering design and construction management services for the Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction andNew Storm Sewer Outfall Installationproject in the amount of $1,029,586.95, including HST be accepted and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the appropriate documentation in that regard. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2026 the City entered into an Agreement with the Province of New Brunswick to receive funding under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund(CHIF)to complete design, construction and construction management for the installation of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer (including a new stormwater outfall)and street reconstruction on Charlotte Street from Broad Street to the new outfall location. The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award the contract for Engineering Servicesfor the Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction and New Storm Sewer Outfall Installation project to Engineering By Houghton. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) st December 1, 2025: M&C 2025-273 2026 General and Utility Fund Capital Budget, approved. st June 1, 2026: M&C 2026-113 Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund Agreementfor Charlotte Street Infrastructure Upgrades Project, approved. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT BELONG and PERFORM. This project will allow for the replacement of the existing deteriorated infrastructure on this section of Charlotte Street and further the sewer separation efforts in this area of the City. The new sewer will also reduce flood water infiltration and will result in significantly reducing tidewater from entering the separated sanitary system and lift station, which will provide some capacity within the sanitary sewer system for development in the area. This project also leverages Other Share funding. REPORT The approved 2026General Fund and Utility Fund Capital Programsinclude funding for design, constructionand construction managementfor the Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction and New Storm Sewer Outfall Installationproject. The work on the Charlotte Street projectinvolves the replacement of the existing watermain and combined sewer with a new watermain, separated sanitary and storm sewers, the installation of a new stormsewer outfall and full street reconstruction including new concrete curb, sidewalk, roadway granular materials, asphalt pavement and landscaping. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was advertised to engage a consultant to carry out the following engineering services for the project and included the following components: PURPOSE The purpose of this report is to make a recommendation for consulting engineering services for this project. ANALYSIS With a comprehensive terms of reference document developed by staff, a public call for proposals was made for consulting engineering services. The Request for Proposal (RFP) closed th on June 29, 2026, with a response received from the following consulting engineering companies: Engineering by Houghton, Saint John, NB Harbourside Engineering Group, Dartmouth, NS A Review Committee consisting of staff from Finance and Strategic Investments& Service Delivery(Supply Chain Management, Public Works(Operations)and Engineering)was formed to evaluate the submissions. Each member completed an independent review of the submissions, and a Committee meeting was held to review comments on the submissions. The evaluation process usedthe expertise of a variety of staff from Supply Chain Management, Engineeringand Public Worksto ensure a thorough review of the submissions. Care must be taken to ensure that the necessary level of effort and expertise is being directed to the various tasks involved in the work, while still ensuring that costs to be incurred are appropriate and controllable. It is for these reasons that cost, although very important, cannot be the sole nor most critical deciding factor in making the selection of a consulting engineering firm. The Committee was tasked with the role of reviewing the submissionsagainst the proposal evaluation criteria as defined in the proposal call document. The criteria consisted of the following: After careful, independent consideration of presentation, company experience, personnel and technical proposals, the Review Committee met to analyze the findings of each member. After and addressed. These had been submitted separately and were not available to the Review Committee prior to the technical evaluation. After due consideration, the Review Committee selected the submission fromEngineering by Houghtonas the best proposal based on an overall rating of the evaluation criteria -presentation, company experience, personnel, technical proposal and cost. After some clarification questions were answered it was determined that the submission from Engineering by Houghtonmet all of the requirements of the proposal call, in a manner acceptable to the committee, with a cost- effective bid for the project. POLICY ENGAGEMENT OF ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS The costs incurred by the Consultant will be paid in accordance with the terms ofthe Request for SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The proposed cost of work for Engineering By Houghton to provide engineering design and construction management services for the Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction and New Storm Sewer Outfall Installationproject is $1,029,586.95, including HST. This cost is based on an estimated 32-week construction management period. An amount of $12,451,740($9,130,860Other Share and $3,320,880City Share) is included in the approved 2026 General Fund and Utility Fund Capital Programsfor the design and construction of the Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Vulcan Street) Street Reconstruction and New Storm Sewer Outfall Installation project. This project is partially funding through theCHIF Funding program. Engineering fees to cover the costs of design and construction management generally do not exceed 15-20% of the total overall project cost, depending on the nature of the project and the engineering services required. The engineering services fee is approximately 8.3% of the total estimated project cost. This lower percentage of overall estimated project cost is mainly due to the higher project costs for construction that have been budgeted for this project. Higher than normal construction costs are anticipated due to a number of factors including the larger diameter of the new storm sewer, the anticipated deep depth of thestormsewer and tidal impacts that will restrict when work can take place, thereby limiting the daily production of any contractor working on the project. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Strategic Procurement Policy and Supply Chain management support the recommendations being put forth. Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Chris Roberts Supply Chain Management ATTACHMENT(S) N/A /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-159 Report DateJuly 24, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Quality of Life Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:aƚƓĻǤΏźƓΏƌźĻǒ ƚŅ \[ğƓķƭ ŅƚƩ tǒĬƌźĭ tǒƩƦƚƭĻ 5ƩǒƩǤ /ƚǝĻ AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Yeva MattsonPankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION ThatCommon Council assent to money-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes (LPP) for the proposed Subdivision at Drury Cove. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant proposesto subdivide the subject site into 16 new Low-Rise Residential lots along Drury Cove Road and Fox Point Drive. Theproposal is alignedwith the concepts approved during the 2003 rezoning of the subject site. As the subdivision involves more than five lots, it requires Council's assent respecting the Land for Public Purposes (LPP).Assent to Money-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes by Common Council is recommended by Staff. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS On November 10, 2003, Common Council rezoned approximately 10 hectares from "RF" Rural and "RSS" One Family Suburban Residential to "TH" Townhouse. Since rezoning, the developer has submitted a number of subdivisions to achieve the concept that was reviewed during the rezoning application. On January 13, 2025, Common Council approved an amendment allowing subdivisions of five lots or less to be processed at the staff level with respect to money-in-lieu of LPP. Any subdivision involving more than five lots still requires Council's consent regarding money-in-lieu of LPP. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT by allowing the collection of money rather than land which will be dispersed through a grant program that supports the enhancement of existing parks and recreation services. REPORT NB1 on theedge of the Primary Development Area (PDA). This neighbourhood is called Drury Cove and was rezoned in 2003, subject to a number of Section 39/59 conditions, including a lot levy fee for each new lot to help fund upgrades to the Cityinfrastructure serving this area. The applicant has been submitting subdivisions on a lot-by-lot basis as the road and infrastructure were developed. Theapplicant hasnow submitted a plan for 16 new lots that are in theLow-Rise Residential (RL)zone, consistent with the surrounding area under the current Zoning Bylaw. The new lots would meet all the requirements of the Zoning Bylaw and the Subdivision Bylaw. As this application involves more than five lots, Common Council's consent is required to accept money-in-lieu of LPP. The Parks Department is in support of collecting money rather than land in this context. The City typically accepts money-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes, as opposed to land dedication for the creation of new LLP lots, unless the land acquisition would support specific projects outlined in tƌğǤ{W and the development of identified active transportation corridors. Money-in-lieu requirements are calculated based on the assessed value of the land prior to its development. The funds that are collected are placed in a trust account in accordance with the Community Planning Act. These funds are dispersed through a grant program that supports the enhancement of existing parks and recreation services. Regarding service and financial outcomes, instead of the City adding to its public land inventory that involves both long-term benefits and obligations, the City would be accepting cash payment for operations in the immediate short-term as envisioned in the current iteration of PlaySJ. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Building Pam Bentley ParksTom McGarth InfrastructureJeremy Clack Public WorksBarb Crawford InfrastructureJeremy Clack Fire and Emergency ServiceNathaniel Watson ATTACHMENT ĻƓƷğƷźǝĻ tƌğƓ ƚŅ {ǒĬķźǝźƭźƚƓͲ ƷźƷƌĻķ The Highlands of Drury Cove Subdivision COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2026-162 Report DateJuly 24, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Money-in-lieu of Lands for Public Purpose -Evandale Avenue AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Roseann GeorgePankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION ThatCommon Council assent to money-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes (LPP) for the proposed Subdivision at Evandale Avenue. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicantproposesto subdivide the subject site into six new residential lots along Evandale Avenue. This proposal is for Phase 6 of the Bally Desmond Subdivision. As the subdivision involves Assent to money-in-lieu for Public Purposes by Common Council is recommended by staff. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS On September 12, 2011, Council assent was given for Phase 3 of the Bally Desmond Subdivision. In July 2025, Evandale Avenue was vested as a public street. In 2011, Councilresolved to place aSection 39 condition on PID 00326223 during a rezoningvia the priorZoning By-Law (CP 110-175). TheSection 39 conditionrequiresthat developers notify buyers in writing ofthepotential for groundwater quality and quantity concerns. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT money rather than land which will be dispersed through a grant program that supports the enhancement of existing parks and recreation services. REPORT Roadand south of Hillcrest Road, between Greenhill Road and Mallory Street. The proposed subdivision is roughly 4,000 meters from the entrance to the airport via Loch Lomond Road. There are six new lots being proposed. The applicant has been submitting phases on alot-by-lot basis inthe Bally Desmond Subdivision, as the road and associated infrastructure are being developed. Evandale Avenue was vested as a public street in July 2025. Now, theapplicant has submitted a tentative subdivision tocreate six new residential lotsintheRural Residential (RR)zone, consistent withzoning inthe surrounding area. Separatelyfrom this request to Council, the applicant is also requesting approvalofafive- metre public utility easement torun parallel to Evandale Avenue.Also, some of theproposed lots donot meet lot area or lot frontagerequirementsin the Zoning By-Lawandwillrequire variances. As this application involves more than five lots, Common Council's consent is required to accept money-in-lieu of LPP. The Parks Department is in support of collecting money rather than land in this context. The City typically acceptsmoney-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes, as opposed to land dedication for the creation of newLLPlots, unless the land acquisition would support specific projects outlined in Play SJ and the development of identified active transportation corridors. Money-in-lieu requirements are calculated based on the assessed value of the land prior to its development. The funds that are collected are placed in a trust account in accordance with the Community Planning Act. These funds are dispersed through a grant program that supports the enhancement of existing parks and recreation services. Regarding service and financial outcomes, instead of the City adding to its public land inventory that involves both long-term benefits and obligations, the City would be accepting cash payment for operations in the immediate short-term as envisioned in the current iteration of PlaySJ. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person InfrastructureJeremy Clack BuildingPamela Bentley Fire & Emergency ManagementNathanielWatson ParkingJillian Good Public WorksBarbCrawford TrafficJill DeMerchant ParksTom McGrath ATTACHMENT Tentative Plan of Subdivision, titled Bally Desmond Subdivision-Phase 6Evandale Avenue /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-169 Report DateJuly 15, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaPeople and Systems Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Uptown Saint JohnInc.Heart of CommunitiesFunding Agreement AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Kip ReadyLisa KennedyStephanie HossackIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION It is the recommendation that the City enter into an agreement with Uptown Saint JohnInc. to deliver matchingfunds in which were obtained through a Memorandum of Understanding between Uptown EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ity of Saint John to enter into a funding agreement with Uptown Saint John Inc. to match funds in which were awarded to Uptown Saint John Inc. through In June 2026, Uptown Saint John Inc. applied for and successfully entered into an agreement with Downtown New Brunswick to obtain funding for the following projects: supports the promotion and long-term vitality of the business improvement area by providing current economic and commercial data to guide future planning, investment decisions, advocacy efforts, and strategic initiatives that strengthen Uptown Saint John as a vibrant business district. Executing on these initiatives directly supportsUptown Saint John Inc.'s mandate under the Business Improvement Areas Act and alignswith the objectives outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding between Uptown Saint John Inc. and the City of Saint John. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) N/A STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Therecommendations in this priorities, by improving safety and beautificationalong a main commercial corridor in the City,andproviding transparent reporting that can facilitate growth in a vibrant business district. REPORTIncluding Any Service and Financial Outcomes As the Business Improvement Association(BIA)that represents the interests of over 500 businesses located in the Uptown geographical area, Uptown Saint John Inc. is responsible for supporting and empowering a thriving business communitythrough the following four pillars: Advocacy; Place-Making; Clean& Safe Streets; and Marketing and Promotion. The City of Saint John is seeking authorization to further support Uptown Saint John Inc. in their efforts to support businesses, residents, and customers of the Uptown Saint John areaby providing matching funds for the following projects: YźƓŭ {ƷƩĻĻƷ ƩĻĻ \[źŭŷƷźƓŭ tƩƚƆĻĭƷ ΏυЋЉͲЉЉЉ By improving street lighting along what is currently one of the least-illuminatedsections of the area, the King Street Tree Lighting Project will aim to enhance public safety and create a more welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and customers. Well-lit streets increase visibility and support community safety,thus generating more foot-traffic for the businesses in the area. Uptown Saint John Inc. will be responsible for managing this project;however, it will work in collaboration with the City of Saint John and Saint John Energy, as existing lamp standards will be used as the power source for the LED lighting installation. {ƷğƷĻ ƚŅ ƷŷĻ ƦƷƚǞƓ 5ğƷğ tƩƚƆĻĭƷ ΏυЊЉͲЉЉЉ In order to share information that can help facilitate growth in the area, whichwas last updated in 2018, the State of the Uptown Data Project will generate information that can support business planning, marketing efforts, and investment decisionsfor businessesand help identify opportunities for continued growth and revitalization in the area. The State of the Uptown project will be completed in partnership with the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), a national charitable organization that focuses on enhancing urban communities and local economies. Uptown Saint John Inc. will utilizeCUIs Main Street Metrics, which equips BIAs, municipalities and other partners with interactive dashboard platforms to support strategic decision- making, and then engage with local firms to materialize the information and presentit in a way that is helpful for businesses in the area. Through the recommended funding agreement,Uptown Saint John Inc. will be responsible to pay project invoices directly to the contracted service providers. Once payments have been made, proof of payment and supporting documentation will be submitted to the City of Saint John for reimbursement up to the approvedamount. ATTACHMENT(S) Attachment A: Memorandum of Understanding Between Downtown Communities Investment Initiative and Uptown Saint John Inc. Attachment B: City of Saint John Letter of Support, King Street Tree Lighting Project CƩƚƒʹCity of Saint John, New Brunswick <webform-noreply@saintjohn.ca> {ĻƓƷʹ Friday, July 3, 2026 9:31 AM ƚʹ Common Clerk <commonclerk@saintjohn.ca> {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ Webform submission from: Request to Present to Council Form \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Submitted on Fri, 07/03/2026 - 09:30 Submitted by: Anonymous Submitted values are: About Person/Group Presenting First Name: Laura Last Name: MacNeill Name of Organization/Group (where applicable): Avenue B Harm Reduction Address: 62 Waterloo Street Saint John, New Brunswick. E2L 1P3 Canada Day Time Phone Number: 5068983603 Email laura.macneill@avenueb.ca If you do NOT wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. No About your Request Topic of Presentation: Harm Reduction Purpose for Presentation (what is the ask of Council): 10-15 presentation on harm reduction, what it is, what it isn't. Mayor Donna Reardon visited us a week ago and suggested I come in to present to council to ensure understanding, as harm reduction is often perceived as enabling. Thank you for your consideration. Background Information: Executive Director of Avenue B Harm Reduction Inc. www.avenueb.ca Are you making a request for funding? No CƩƚƒʹCity of Saint John, New Brunswick <webform-noreply@saintjohn.ca> {ĻƓƷʹ Sunday, July 5, 2026 7:33 AM ƚʹ Common Clerk <commonclerk@saintjohn.ca> {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ Webform submission from: Submission to Council Form \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Submitted on Sun, 07/05/2026 - 07:32 Submitted by: Anonymous Submitted values are: About Person/Group Submitting First name Steven Last name Cunningham Mailing Address Saint John. E2M 4B1 Telephone Email If you do not wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. No About your Submission Topic of submission Birthday of Saint John Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council): Planning of Birthday Executive summary To the Mayor and Council of the city of Saint John, I believe that it is time to start planning the 250th birthday of the City. That is 9 years away on 18 May 2035. As the city was incorporated by King George III. We should have someone from the Royal Family come to the city to celebrate the birthday with the citizens of our great city of Saint John. CƩƚƒʹCity of Saint John, New Brunswick <webform-noreply@saintjohn.ca> {ĻƓƷʹ Tuesday, July 7, 2026 11:49 AM ƚʹ Common Clerk <commonclerk@saintjohn.ca> {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ Webform submission from: Submission to Council Form \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Submitted on Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:48 Submitted by: Anonymous Submitted values are: About Person/Group Submitting First name Andres Last name Andrade Mailing Address Saint John, New Brunswick. E2M 4B3 Telephone Email If you do not wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. No About your Submission Topic of submission Concerns Regarding Public Works Quality, Contractor Accountability, and Procurement Transparency As a resident and taxpayer of Saint John, I am concerned about the quality of certain public works projects, recurring project delays, and the apparent lack of accountability for contractors performing work on behalf of the City. Examples include road markings that appear misaligned, deteriorate prematurely, or require correction shortly after completion, as well as repeated delays and rescheduling of infrastructure projects that inconvenience residents and businesses. I believe the City should strengthen oversight, qualitycontrol, and transparency regarding contractor performance to ensure taxpayers receive appropriate value for public funds invested in municipal projects. Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council): I respectfully request that Council: 1.Reviewcurrent quality assurance and inspection practices for public works projects. 2. Publish contractor performance metrics, including project completion timelines, quality assessments, and budget compliance. 3. Increase transparency regarding penalties, corrective actions, and contract enforcement when contractors fail to meet expectations. 4. Encourage broader competition in procurement processes to ensure qualified companies have fair opportunities to bid on City projects. 5. Conduct a review of recurring project delays and identify opportunities to improve project management and contractor accountability. 6. Ensure taxpayers are regularly informed about project status, delays, cost impacts, and corrective measures. My objective is not to criticize individual contractors, but rather to encourage stronger governance practices that protect public resources and improve the quality of infrastructure delivered to residents. Executive summary Saint John is a growing city with increasing infrastructure needs and limited public resources. Residents expect projects funded through municipal taxes to be completed on time, on budget, and to acceptable quality standards. There are visible examples across the city where road markings, infrastructure improvements, and other public works appear to require rework or do not meet expected standards. In addition, residents continue to experience project delays and schedule changes, including recent rescheduling associated with work at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre. Council hasan opportunity to strengthen public confidence by increasing oversight of contractors, improving procurement transparency, publishing performance information, and ensuring that contract requirements are actively enforced. Doing so would help maximize the value of taxpayer dollars while supporting the City's long-term growth and service objectives. Submitted by: Andres Andrade -Saint John, NB CƩƚƒʹ/ŷƩźƭ ğƷƭƚƓ ѡĭŷƩźƭƷƚǞğƷƭƚθŭƒğźƌ͵ĭƚƒѢ {ĻƓƷʹ ǒĻƭķğǤͲ WǒƓĻ ЋЌͲ ЋЉЋЏ ЏʹЋЌ ta ƚʹ /źƷǤ ƚŅ {ğźƓƷ WƚŷƓ ağǤƚƩγƭ hŅŅźĭĻ ѡƒğǤƚƩθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ wĻğƩķƚƓͲ 5ƚƓƓğ ѡķƚƓƓğ͵ƩĻğƩķƚƓθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ bƚƩƷƚƓͲ DƩĻŭ ѡŭƩĻŭ͵ƓƚƩƷƚƓθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ IƚƚƌĻǤͲ DźƓğ ѡDźƓğ͵IƚƚƌĻǤθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ ağĭYĻƓǩźĻͲ WƚŷƓ ѡƆƚŷƓ͵ƒğĭƉĻƓǩźĻθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ {ǒƌƌźǝğƓͲ DğƩǤ ѡŭğƩǤ͵ƭǒƌƌźǝğƓθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ /ƚƌǞĻƌƌΏaĭ/ğǝƚǒƩͲ {ŷĻƩƩź ѡ{ŷĻƩƩź͵/ƚƌǞĻƌƌΏaĭ/ğǝƚǒƩθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ ǤğƷƷͲ .ƩźğƓ ѡ.ƩźğƓ͵ǤğƷƷθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ {ğǝƚźĻͲ 9Ʃźĭ ѡ9Ʃźĭ͵{ğǝƚźĻθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ aƚƚƩĻͲ wǤğƓ ѡwǤğƓ͵aƚƚƩĻθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ 5ĻƒƦƭĻǤͲ tğǒƌ ѡtğǒƌ͵5ĻƒƦƭĻǤθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ /ƚƒƒƚƓ /ƌĻƩƉ ѡĭƚƒƒƚƓĭƌĻƩƉθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ aĻƩƩźƷŷĻǞͲ 5ğǝźķ ѡ5ğǝźķ͵aĻƩƩźƷŷĻǞθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢͳ ğǤƌƚƩͲ WƚƓğƷŷğƓ ѡƆƚƓğƷŷğƓ͵ƷğǤƌƚƩθƭğźƓƷƆƚŷƓ͵ĭğѢ {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ wĻƨǒĻƭƷ ŅƚƩ ƩĻƓĻǞĻķ ĭƚƒƒǒƓźƷǤ ĻƓŭğŭĻƒĻƓƷ ƚƓ {ƦƩǒĭĻ \[ğƉĻ LƓķǒƭƷƩźğƌ tğƩƉ \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Dear Mayor and Councillors, I am writing to ask Council to encourage the formation or renewal of a Spruce Lake Industrial Park community task force involving residents, the City, Saint John Industrial Parks, the Province, and relevant proponents. Lorneville residents were blindsided in 2024 by the rushed plan to expand the industrial park only 30 meters from residential properties. Only after significant resident pushback, and refusal by PAC to support the industrial park expansion, was a task force formed. Unfortunately, by that point much of the damage had already been done. The rushed battery plant discussions, the poorly handled EIA 1635 process (the EIA for the ~400 acres of empty gravel pads), and the lack of early, meaningful engagement set the tone for the past two years. They renewed and deepened the distrust many Lorneville residents already felt toward the City and Province. Now, residents are again largely in the dark. There has been little to no meaningful engagement with the community for several months from SJIP, the City, or industrial proponents, despite major issues still unfolding around the industrial park, the data centre proposal, infrastructure, environmental impacts, and future land use. I recognize that the current EIA is a provincial matter. However, the relationship between the City and the Lorneville community is very much a municipal matter. I ask Council to encourage all parties to re-engage with residents through a formal task force or similar structured process. Without open communication, transparency, and direct community involvement, the already severely damaged relationship between Lorneville and the City will only continue to deteriorate. 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Yes About your Submission Topic of submission Need for crosswalk along Boars Head Rd Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council): Crosswalk with flashing light near Chateau Champlain/Cambridge Estate Road /connector road to Woodward Ave. Executive summary Between Boars Head Rd/Millidge Ave and the end of Boars Head Rd/Woodward Ave a distance of approximately 1.4kl there is no safe way for a pedestrian to cross Boars Head.It is a high traffic area especially during the school year .For a pedestrian trying to cross it is a very risky procedure as car after car does not stop to allow a pedestrian to cross.There are now speed bumps along a portion of Boars Head Rd butthese do not benefit pedestrians. A cross walk with a flashing light would go a long way to protecting pedestrians. /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-164 Report DateJuly 22, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Cancellation ofthe Public Hearing forCP 111-220 Zoning By-Law Amendment AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Bill MackeyPankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION That Common Council EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On April 7, 2026,Common Council scheduled apublic hearing for aproposed bylawto amend the Zoning By-Law. Staff recommend cancelling the PublicHearingthat isscheduled for July 27, 2026,to allow for further consultation with the development industry and the community at large. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) On April 7, 2026, Common Council scheduled apublic hearing to amend the Zoning By-Law. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Common Council established five priorities for its 2021-2026 term. Holding public hearings aligns with the Council priority of "Perform." REPORT On April 7, 2026, Common Council scheduled a public hearing to amend the Zoning By-Law and referred the proposed text amendment to the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) for its written views. The hearing was set for July 27, 2026. On April 14, 2026, the PAC reviewed the proposed amendments and unanimously supported them. On July 6, 2026, the City posted notice on its website to meet the21-daynotification requirements of the Community Planning Act. economic development agency, Envision Saint John, approached the Cityon behalf of the development community, requesting more time for consultation and asking staff to seeka deferral of the proposed amendment. In response, staff recommend cancelling the public hearing to allow for additional consultation with the development industry and the broader community before proceeding with the proposed amendment. Following the consultation, staff will review the feedback received as part of the ongoing review of the proposed amendment. As a result, the report included in the current Council package may be updated before the matter is brought back to Common Council for a future public hearing. Once that work has been completed, staff will reschedule the public hearing and bring the proposed amendment back to Common Council for consideration. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Envision Saint JohnAndrew Beckett Other internal agenciesNo known concerns ATTACHMENTS stnd (The following items were originally scheduled for consideration at the Public Hearing, 1and 2 Readingon July 27, 2026) /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2026-164 Report DateJune 15, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 06, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:CP 111-220 Zoning By-Law Amendment 1st and 2nd Reading(Public Hearing) AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Yeva MattsonPankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION That Common Council give 1st and 2nd reading to By-Law Number C.P. 111-220,a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On January 13, 2025, in response to local housing needsand opportunities fornationalgrant funding, Council enacted CP 111-183. Thisby-lawmergedexisting,single-family residential zones into theLow-Rise Residential (RL)zone.RLprovidesmore dwelling unitoptions,while also safe- guarding neighbours by limiting newgrowth tolow-rise buildings of no more than three storeys. Duringthe implementation of the regulation, some applicants attempted to create four-storey buildings by excluding habitable, partially above-grade basements from theircount ofstoreys. Thenewlyproposed by-law will limit projectsto three storeysby counting habitable, above-grade basementsas storeys,thereby fulfillinga promise to the community tolimitnumbersofstoreys. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION(S) On January 13, 2025, Council enacted C.P. 111-183, entitled Text Amendments for Zoning Reform associated with the Housing Accelerator Fund and Schedule A Rezoning all R1, R2,and RSS Lots to RL. This Zoning By-Law was registered on January 29, 2025, which serves as its effective date. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Common Council established five priorities for their 2021-2026 term. Public hearings align with REPORT A detailed review of both the process and the proposed legislation is set forth in the attached staff report to thePlanning Advisory Committee (PAC). PAC in its written views expressedsupport for staffrecommendationfor approvalof the by-law. A letter from the PACChair is attached. At the heartof this legislative change are an important or and an important and(shownbelow): 8.19 Basement to Count as a Storey A basement shall be considered a storey if: any activities directly related to the principal use of the building are in the basement, where principal use involves retail, commercial, or residential uses; or more than one half of the height from finished floor to finished ceiling is located above grade. A basement shall not be considered a storey if: it is designed or used for ancillary activities such as longterm storage, mechanical rooms, stairways, janitorial rooms, residence of a janitor or caretaker or a parking garage; and more than one half of the height from finished floor to finished ceiling is located below grade. This system provides a rational approach for determining when a basement is being constructed for support needs or in responseto naturally occurring topographyand when a basementisbeing constructedto provideadditional residencesbeyond what isenvisioned by the Zoning By-Law. Regarding service and financial outcomes, maintaining the currently undefinedapproach runs a risk of introducing widespread proliferation of effectively four-storey buildings inservicingareas not designed for such intensity. Other possibleeffectsareincreasedrequests for variances from height, setbacks, and parkingstandards,due tounplannedprogrammatic loads onexistingsites. Finally, and most importantly, the goal of limited densification formuch neededhousing may be at risk, ifthe public experiencesthe new densification in ways thatmightdeter future support. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person BuildingPam Bentley Other internal agenciesNo known concerns ATTACHMENTS Attachment1: Proposed Zoning By-Law Attachment 1: PAC Chair Letter Attachment 2: PAC Staff Report Attachment 3: PowerPoint Presentation Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution Zoning By-Law Text Amendment stnd Public Hearing, 1and 2Readings: July 27, 2026 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan N/A Amendment stnd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 111-220 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. rd Tentative 3 Reading: August 17, 2026 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan N/A Amendment rd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 111-220 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. Recission of N/A Previous s. 39/s. 59 Conditions Section 59 N/A Conditions Section 59 N/A Agreement Section 131 N/A Agreement Subdivision Yes Other No BY-LAW NUMBERC.P.111-220ARRÊTÉ NOC.P.111-220 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors dune réunion du conseil Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John LArrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John, enacted on the fifteenth day of December, décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi A.D. 2014, is amended by: modifié : 1. Deleting the definition of 1. ar section 3.1. and replacing it with the suppression de la définition de following: « sous-sol » et son remplacement par ce qui suit : « sous-sol » Une ou des pièces dans building, partly or completely below un bâtiment qui se trouvent en tout ou grade. en partie sous le niveau du sol. 2. 2. Deleting the definition for habitable room suppression de la définition de « pièce at section 3.1 and replacing it with the habitable » et son remplacement par following: ce qui suit : « pièce habitable » Lespace dans un logement où les activités de la vie a dwelling unit where living functions are courante sexercent normalement, y normally conducted and may include a compris les salles de bain, les coins bathroom, den, dining room, kitchen, de détente, les salles à manger, les living room, recreation room, but does not cuisines, les salles de séjour, les include a carport, deck, garage, porch, salles de jeu, mais non les abris veranda, unfinished attic, or unfinished d'auto, les terrasses, les garages, les basement. porches, les vérandas, ni les greniers ou sous-sols non finis. 3. 3.1 est modifié par 3. suppression de la définition de section 3.1. « cave ». 4. Par adjonction de 8.19 4. Adding the following section 8.19, immédiatement après 8.18c) : immediately after paragraph 8.18(c): 8.19 Sous-sol considéré comme 8.19 Basement to Count as a Storey un étage a) Un sous-sol est considéré (a) A basement shall be considered a comme un étage si, selon le storey if: cas : (i) toute activité directement liée (i) any activities directly related to the à principale du principal use of the building are in bâtiment se trouve au the basement, where principal use sous-sol, utilisation involves retail, commercial, or principale comporte des residential uses; or usages de commerce de détail, des usages commerciaux ou des usages résidentiels; (ii) more than one half of the height (ii) plus de la moitié de la from finished floor to finished ceiling hauteur mesurée du niveau is located above grade. de plancher fini au niveau de plafond fini est située au-dessus du niveau sol. (b) A basement shall not be considered b) Un sous-pas considéré a storey if: comme un étage si : (i) It is designed or used for ancillary (i) le sous-sol est conçu ou activities such as long-term utilisé pour des activités storage, mechanical rooms, accessoires comme de stairways, janitorial rooms, residence of a janitor or caretaker des or a parking garage; and mécaniques, des escaliers, des locaux de conciergerie, un logement du concierge ou du gardien ou un parc de stationnement; (ii) more than one half of the height (ii) plus de la moitié de la from finished floor to finished hauteur mesurée du niveau ceiling is located below grade. de plancher fini au niveau de plafond fini est située au-dessous du niveau sol. 5. Deleting subparagraph 9.7(1)(c)(iii) and 5. Par suppression du replacing it with the following: sous-alinéa 9.7(1)c)(iii) et son remplacement par ce qui suit : (iii) The construction of a basement, (iii) Laménagement d'un sous-sol, footing of a building or structure, la mise en place de la semelle swimming pool, or such other dun bâtiment ou dune development authorized by a construction, la construction permit issued by The City of Saint t autre John. aménagement similaire autorisés par un permis délivré par The City of Saint John. 6. Par suppression du 6. Deleting subparagraph 9.7(2)(c)(iii) and sous-alinéa 9.7(2)c)(iii) et son replacing it with the following: remplacement par ce qui suit : (iii) -sol, (iii) The construction of a basement, la mise en place de la semelle footing of a building or structure, swimming pool, or other such construction, la construction development authorized by a permit issued by The City of Saint aménagement similaire John. autorisés par un permis délivré par The City of Saint John. 7. éa 10.4(2)l) 7. Deleting paragraph 10.4(2)(l) and et son remplacement par ce qui suit : replacing it with the following: (l) Hauteur des bâtiments maximale, (l) Maximum Building Height, the lesser la valeur la moins élevée of: : 3 storeys, or maximum 11 metres 3 étages ou un maximum de 11 mètres 8. Adding the following 8. Le paragraphe 10.4(3) est modifié par paragraph 10.4(3)(k), immediately after éa 10.4(3)k) paragraph 10.4(3)(j): immédiatement après éa 10.4(3)j) : (k) Basements shall be measured to the (k) Les sous-sols sont mesurés selon standards specified in section 8.19. les normes énoncées 8.19. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John fait apposer son sceau communal sur le has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the présent arrêté le X XXXXXXX 2026, avec les said City to be affixed to this by-law the X day of signatures suivantes : XXXXXXX, A.D. 2026 and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse __________________________________________ City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X Report Date:April 10, 2026 To:Planning Advisory Committee From: Growth & Community Services MeetingDate:April 14, 2026 SUBJECT Applicant:City of Saint John Application Type:Zoning By-LawTextAmendment Jurisdiction: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will consider the Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on Monday,July 6, 2025. Note: Item was re-scehduled for Monday, July 27. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Community Planning Staff have initiated a review regarding the definition of a basement and the specific criteria for when it is classified as a storey in residential developments. The proposed changes introduce an updated definition and a new subsection within Section 8 of the Bylaw to standardize how basements impact building height requirements. Additionally, the term "cellar" will be removed to simplify the regulatory language. The intent of this amendment isto provide greater clarity and consistency in height calculations. RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No. C.P. 111-220, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John.” Page 1 of 3 City of Saint JohnZoning Bylaw Text AmendmentApril 10, 2026 ANALYSIS Proposal On December 15, 2014, the Common Council adopted ZoneSJ, the City's current Zoning By- Law, incorporating best practices in land use planning and aligning with community standards set by Saint John’s 2012 Municipal Development Plan, PlanSJ. As part of a broader commitment to service enhancements, the Community Planning Service Area initiates amendments to the Zoning By-Law to improve existing processes and respond to emerging trends in urban planning and land development. In January of 2025, the City also underwent a Zoning Bylaw Reform that saw the consolidation of lower-density zones into the current Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone. One of the intents of this consolidation was to encourage three-storey, ground-orientated development, including cluster development in the RL Zone . Simultaneously, the Mid-Rise Residential (RM) Zone was amended to permit heights up to six-storeys. These changes established a clear distinction between low-rise limits in the RL Zone, as being three-storeys and under, and mid-rise opportunities in the RM Zone, becoming distinctly four- to six-storeys. Amendments The primary, proposed amendments are (1) the inclusion of an entirely new provision under Section 8, entitled “8.19 Basement to Count as a Storey”. This new sub-section will outline when a basement storey is counted towards the height of a development in any residential zone; and (2) the addition of clarification language in Subsection 10.4(2)(l) to make the language in the new provision noted above effective in the Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone. As outlined in attachment 2, there are minor amendments proposed to the current definition of basement to clarify the term for its use in the context of counting a basement as a storey. Also, the term cellar is proposed for complete removal from the zoning by-law, as it is not relevant in the context of the current zoning by-law. There are three instances of the term cellar. The term is always paired with the term basement. Therefore, there’s no reason to differentiate between the two terms in the by-law as currently constructed. Cellar is proposed for removal from the definition of habitable room, Subsection 9.7(1)(c)(iii), and Subsection 9.7(2)(c)(iii). Finally an amendment is proposed to add a new Sub-section 10.4 (3)(k). that directs users to the new Subsection 8.19 for further clarity on basements. Research Following best practices, staff reviewed definitions and uses of basements across Canada. Moncton did not define basement in their bylaw while Fredericton did define it and regulates it through the definition rather than a separate section of the by-law. . Page 2 of 3 City of Saint JohnZoning Bylaw Text AmendmentApril 10, 2026 Staff modeled the newSubsection 8.19after the Saskatoon, SK, Zoning Bylaw, adopting their framework for determining when a basement is classified as a storey in height calculations. As stated, the intent of these proposed amendments is to create clarity and consistency when calculating height in a residential development. Height, massing, and scale are all features that determine community character, which further determine the appropriateness of new developments under the Municipal Plan. Conclusion The proposed amendments conform to the policy direction in the Municipal Plan and the City’s zoning by-law to set specific and different building height limitations in various zoning districts. Through the proposed amendments, the City would allow for the zoning by-law to continue to evolve and to meet the intent of PlanSJ and ZoneSJ by increasing the clarity of the provisions in its zoning by-law and thereby reinforcing consistency in the height and scale of residential developments. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were considered. ENGAGEMENT The public hearing notice will be posted on the City of Saint John website on June 8, 2026. The public hearing will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:30PM. Envision Saint John and various internal departments, including Permitting and Inspection were consulted in the preparation of this amendment. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Manager Director Commissioner Jennifer Kirchner RPP, MCIP Pankaj Nalavde RPP, MCIP Amy Poffenroth P.Eng.,MBA Contact: Yeva Mattson, RPP, MCIP Telephone: (506) 721-8453 Email: yeva.mattson@saintjohn.ca APPENDIX Attachment 1: Zoning Bylaw Attachment 2: Redline Version of the Bylaw Changes Page 3 of 3 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-220 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-220 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Lors d’une réunion du conseil Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John L’Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John, enacted on the fifteenth day of December, décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi modifié : A.D. 2014, is amended by: 1. Deleting the definition of “basement” at 1. Par suppression \[…\] section 3.1. and replacing it with the following: “basement” means a room or rooms in a building, partly or completely below grade. 2. Deleting the definition for “habitable room” at section 3.1 and replacing it with the following: “habitable room” means the space within a dwelling unit where living functions are normally conducted and may include a bathroom, den, dining room, kitchen, living room, recreation room, but does not include a carport, deck, garage, porch, veranda, unfinished attic, or unfinished basement. 3. Deleting the definition of “cellar” at section 3.1. 4. Adding the following section 8.19, immediately after paragraph 8.18(c): 8.19 Basement to Count as a Storey (a) A basement shall be considered a storey if: (i) any activities directly related to the principal use of the building are in the basement, where principal use involves retail, commercial, or residential uses; or (ii) more than one half of the height from finished floor to finished ceiling is located above grade. (b) A basement shall not be considered a storey if: (i) It is designed or used for ancillary activities such as long-term storage, mechanical rooms, stairways, janitorial rooms, residence of a janitor or caretaker or a parking garage; and (ii) more than one half of the height from finished floor to finished ceiling is located below grade. 5. Deleting subparagraph 9.7(1)(c)(iii) and replacing it with the following: (iii) The construction of a basement, footing of a building or structure, swimming pool, or such other development authorized by a permit issued by The City of Saint John. 6. Deleting paragraph 9.7(2)(c)(iii) and replacing it with the following: (iii) The construction of a basement, footing of a building or structure, swimming pool, or other such development authorized by a permit issued by The City of Saint John. 7. Deleting paragraph 10.4(2)(l) and replacing it with the following: (l) Maximum Building Height, the lesser of: 3 storeys, or maximum 11 metres 8. Adding the following paragraph 10.4(3)(k), immediately after paragraph 10.4(3)(j): (k) Basements shall be measured to the standards specified in section 8.19. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the fait apposer son sceau communal sur le said City to be affixed to this by-law the X day of présent arrêté le X XXXXXXX 2026, avec les XXXXXXX, A.D. 2026 and signed by: signatures suivantes : _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse __________________________________________ City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X 3 Definitions 3.1 In this By-law, unless expressly indicated otherwise, words have their ordinary meaning except as otherwise defined by this By-law: “basement” means that portion of a building or structure between two floor levels that is underground but has at least one-half of its height above average grade. a room or rooms in a building, partly or completely below the level of the ground. “cellar” means that portion of a building between two floor levels that is underground to the extent that more than one-half of its height is below average grade. “habitable room” means the space within a dwelling unit where living functions are normally conducted and may include a bathroom, den, dining room, kitchen, living room, recreation room, but does not include a carport, deck, garage, porch, veranda, unfinished attic, or unfinished basement, or cellar. Part 3: Definitions Page |2 8.18ZoneStandardsforCertainSubdivisions Notwithstanding any requirement of this By-law with respect to minimum lot area, minimum lot depth, minimum lot frontage, minimum front yard, minimum rear yard, minimum side yard, and minimum flankage yard, the Development Officer may approve a subdivision plan that would: (a)Increaseanundersizedlotbyconsolidatinglandfromoneormoreadjoininglotsprovided all such adjoining lots can still satisfy the minimum zone standards; (b) Relocate a lot line to reasonably remove an encroachment involving a building, structure, driveway, well, septic tank, or other such appurtenance; and (c) Reduce the street frontage of a lot below the minimum lot frontage standard where the remaining lot frontage is still sufficient to accommodate the construction of a public street in the future. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] 8.19 Basement to Count as a Storey (a) A basement shall be considered to count as a storey if: (i) Any activities directly related to the principle use of the building are located in the basement where principal use involves retail, commercial, or residential uses; or (ii) It has more than one half of its height from finished floor to finished ceiling located above grade (b) A basement shall not be counted as a storey if: (i) It is designed or used for ancillary activities such as long-term storage, mechanical rooms, stairways, janitorial rooms, residence of a janitor or caretaker or parking garage; And (ii) At least one half of the height, from finished floor to finished ceiling, is located below grade. Part 8:General Provisions – Other StandardsPage |97 9.6 Filling and Excavating of Land 9.7(1) F ILLING OF L AND (a)Except as otherwise provided by this By-law, no filling of land greater than one metre in depth may occur in any zone except where the fill is placed on a cumulative ground area not greater than 62.5 square metres. (b)The filling of land greater than one metre in depth which exceeds a maximum cumulative ground area of 62.5 square metres may occur in any zone subject to the following requirements: (i)The fill is placed on a cumulative ground area not greater than 500 square metres; (ii) The filling of land ceases on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer regardless of whether the filling of land was continuous or not; (iii)The land affected will not contain a slope steeper than two metres horizontal to one metre vertical when the filling of land ceases on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer; (iv)The land affected is landscaped on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer as follows: (A)A layer of topsoil having a minimum depth of 10 centimetres, after compaction, completely covers the area affected by the filling of land so that the fill, and any objects associated with the fill, is no longer visible to the general public; and (B)Hydro seed or sod is placed completely over the surface of the land affected by the filling of land; and (v)The Development Officer has indicated approval of the filling of land in the form of a development permit. (c)Notwithstanding anything else in this subsection, the filling of land greater than one metre in depth in any zone may occur if the filling of land is undertaken directly in connection with one or more of the following: (i)The construction, alteration, or repair of a street in an approved subdivision or under contract awarded by The City of Saint John; (ii)Any work performed by a public utility or a local, provincial, or federal government; or \[2024, C.P. 111-167\] (iii)The construction of a basement or cellar, footing of a building or structure, swimming pool, or other such development authorized by a permit issued by The City of Saint John. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Part 9:General Provisions – Uses Permitted in Multiple ZonesPage | 1 9.7(2) E XCAVATING OF L AND (a) Except as otherwise provided by this By-law, no excavating of land greater than one metre in depth may occur in any zone except where the excavating of land has a cumulative ground area not greater than 62.5 square metres. (b) The excavating of land greater than one metre in depth which exceeds a maximum cumulative ground area of 62.5 square metres may occur in any zone subject to the following requirements: (i)Theexcavatingoflanddoesnotinvolve a cumulativegroundareagreaterthan 500 square metres; (ii) The excavating of land ceases on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer regardless of whether the excavating of land was continuous or not; (iii) The land affected will not contain a slope steeper than two metres horizontal to one metre vertical when the excavating of land ceases on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer; (iv) The land affected is landscaped on or before 365 days after the date in which the development is approved by the Development Officer as follows: (A) A layer of topsoil having a minimum depth of 10 centimetres after compaction completely covering the surface of the land affected by the excavating of land; and (B) Hydro seed or sod is placed completely over the surface of the land affected by the excavating of land; and (v) The Development Officer has indicated approval of the excavating of land in the form of a development permit. \[2022, C.P. 111-142\] (c) Notwithstanding anything else in this subsection, the excavating of land greater than one metre in depth in any zone may be undertaken directly in connection with one or more of the following: (i) The construction, alteration, or repair of a street in an approved subdivision or under contract awarded by The City of Saint John; (ii) Any work performed by a public utility or a local, provincial or federal government; or \[2024, C.P. 111-167\] (iii) The construction of a basement or cellar, footing of a building or structure, swimming pool, or other such development authorized by a permit issued by the City of Saint John. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Part 9:General Provisions – Uses Permitted in Multiple ZonesPage | 3 10.4Low-RiseResidential(RL)Zone MunicipalPlanContext TheLow-Rise Residential (RL) zone intended to accommodate a range of ground-oriented, lower-density residential development in a variety of housing forms including one-unit, semi- detached, duplexes, townhouses, stackedtownhouses,andsmall-scaleapartments. Thiszoneallowsfor largermulti-buildingdevelopmentsinclusters,consistingofseverallow- rise buildings with ground-oriented entrances. The Low-Rise Residential (RL) zone is intended for serviced land inside the Primary Development Area that is designated Low Density Residential or Stable Residential. However,landinotherappropriatedesignationscouldbezonedRL.\[2025,C.P.111-183\] 10.4(1)PermittedUses Anyland,building,orstructuremaybeusedfor thepurposesof,andfor nootherpurpose than, the following: BedandBreakfast,subjecttosection9.2; DayCare,Home,subjecttoparagraph9.5(a); DayCare,Neighbourhood,subjecttoparagraph9.5(b); DwellingGroup; Dwelling,ClusterTownhouse;\[2025,C.P.111-183\] Dwelling,Multiple;\[2025,C.P.111-183\] Dwelling,One-Unit; Dwelling,Semi-Detached; Dwelling,Townhouse;\[2025,C.P.111-183\] Dwelling,Two-Unit; GardenSuite,subjecttosection9.8; HomeOccupation,subjecttosection9.9; SecondarySuite,subjecttosection9.13; SupportiveFacility–minor;\[2023,C.P.111-150\] SupportiveHousing,subjecttosection9.14; The existing usedescribedinScheduleE:Exceptions,ofeachlotrespectively, identifiedtherein asbeinglocatedin the RL zone. Part10:ResidentialZones–Low-RiseResidential(RL)ZonePage|127 10.4(2) Zone Standards (a) Minimum LotArea: \[2025, C.P.111-183\] One-Unit Dwelling, Two-Unit Dwelling, or 225 square metres Semi-DetachedDwelling Dwelling Group/Cluster Townhouse, per unit 75 square metres Townhouse Dwelling For each Dwelling Unit therein 140 square metres (b) Minimum Lot Frontage: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] One-UnitDwelling, Two-UnitDwelling, or 7.5 metres Semi-Detached Dwelling Multiple Dwelling 15 metres Townhouse Dwelling for each Dwelling Unit 5 metres (c) Minimum Lot Depth \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 25 metres (d) Minimum Front Yard \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 4.5 metres \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] (e) (f ) Minimum Rear Yard 6 metres (g) Minimum Side Yard: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] Multiple or TownhouseDwelling 2.4 metres, if an entrance to a dwelling unit is 1.2 metres, or beingaccessed through the side yard (h) Minimum Flankage Yard \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 2.4 metres \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] (i) \[Repealed: 2022, C.P. 111-142\] (j) (k) \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] storeys, ormaximum (l) Maximum Building Height, the lesser of: \[2025, C.P. 3 11metres 111-183\] Part 10: Residential Zones–Low-Rise Residential (RL)Zone Page |128 (m) Maximum Lot Occupancy \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 60 percent of lot area (n)OtherRequirements Inaccordancewiththe GeneralProvisions,Parts4-9 10.4(3) Additional Zone Standards \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] (a)Thezoneshallpermituptofourunitsonall f ee-simplelots. (b) Lots within the Urban Neighbourhood Intensif ication Area, as def ined in the Municipal Plan, and all properties identif ied in Schedule J, shall permit up to six units. (c) Lots within the Primary Development Area that lack municipal servicing shall be limited to a single dwelling unit, with the option for one secondary or garden suite. However, unserviced lots supported by private communal servicing may accommodate more than one unit, at the discretion of the Development Officer. (d) Lots outside the Primary Development Area, when supported by private communal servicing, may allow more than one unit, subject to the discretion of the Development Officer. (e) Large-scale development in the form of multiple dwellings, dwelling groups, townhouses, or cluster townhouses may exceed the unit count in paragraphs 10.4(3)(a) and (b) provided that: \[2025, C.P. 111-202\] (i) The minimum lot area is 800m2 with 140m2 per unit; and (ii) The development meets all other Low-Rise Residential (RL) zone standards established in subsections 10.4(2) and 10.4(3). (f) Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements set out in section 4. (g) Landscaping and amenity space shall comply with the standards specif ied in section 6. (h) Site design shall adhere to the provisions outlined in section 9.23. (i) Townhouses and stacked townhouses shall conf orm to the regulations specif ied in section 9.24. (j) If a Garden Suite is located in the rear yard and does not have f rontage onto a public or private street, the main dwelling must have a side yard setback of 3 metres. (k) Basements shall be measured to the standards specified section 8.19 Part 10: Residential Zones–Low-Rise Residential (RL)Zone Page |129 Smallcity,bigheart. Petiteville,grand. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE July 16, 2026 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council RE:Zoning Bylaw Text Amendmentto countbasements as storeysand to amend related definitions Your Worship and Councillors: At its meeting onApril 14, 2026, thePlanning Advisory Committeeconsidered the attached staff report regarding an amendment to the Zoning By-law as set forth in the proposeddraftCP 111-220. The Committeemoved to approve the staffrecommendation as presented, and the motion passed. If you have any questions,please contact Bill Mackeyat Roseann.George@saintjohn.ca. Sincerely Yours, Brad Mitchell, Chair c: Pankaj Nalavde, RPP, MCIP, Director of Community Planning and Housing Yeva Mattson, RPP, MCIP, Planner, Community Planning attachments: Staff Report, dated April 10, 2026 P.O.Box1971SaintJohn,NBCanadaE2L4L1 C.P.1971SaintJohn,N.-B.CanadaE2L4L1 SAINTJOHN.CA COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2026-160 Report DateJuly 24, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Rezoning and Public Street Vesting 400 Lowell Street /459 Woodville Road AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Yeva MattsonPankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that Common Council: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On March 20, 2026, the applicant, Canterbury Developments Ltd. on behalf of Belyea Village, submitted an application for rezoning, variances, and public street vesting to develop195 stacked townhouse unitsin three-storey buildingson the former Belyea Arena site.Therezoning request is from Neighborhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low-Rise Residential (RL). On June 16, 2026, the Planning Advisory Committee reviewed the application and providedits written comments proposing that Council adopt staffrecommendation(provided in the section above). PAC also approved two variances.A copy of the Letter from the PAC Chair is attached for your reference. Staff recommendsin favour of the submitted application. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS On February 20, 2024, Council resolved that the site was underutilized and deemed surplus. A Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI) was issued to the public in July 2024 for lands on which the former Hilton Belyea arena is located. An evaluation committee scored the proposals and negotiatedwith the highest ranked proponent. On October 1, 2024, Common Council approved an agreementwith Belyea Village for the purchase of the property. This agreement was signed later that samemonth. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Common Council established five priorities for their 2021-2026 term. The holding of PublicHearing.New projects align with the Council REPORT Application Summary The applicant, Canterbury Developments Ltd. on behalf of Belyea Village, submitted an application for rezoning, variances, and public street vesting.The propertyis 3.07hectares. It is the former Belyea Arenaat 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Streetinthe Fundy Heights and Bay Shore neighborhoodandidentified asPID 00394940 and a portion of PID 00471540. The application requested approval of the following: Rezoning from Neighborhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low-Rise Residential (RL); A variance to allow an additional curb cut for a total of 3 curb cuts along Lowell Streetto provide for 3 access and egress points to the subject site; A variance to allow 5 rows of 3-storey, stacked townhouses to exceed the maximum of six units wide, which are 1 rowthat is 10 units wide, 2 rows that are 12 units wide, and 2 rows that are 8 units wide. Vesting of a Public Street to complete Lowell Street. clustertownhouses. Municipal Plan the Municipal Plan. A copy of this assessment is included as an attachment to this report. The subject property is designated Stable Residential which is a land use designation within Plan SJ that applies to several established neighbourhoods throughout the City. These areas are generally built-out but may accommodate additional development at a scale and density that is compatible with the surrounding context. The existing neighbourhood is low-rise in character, consisting primarily of single-family, semi-detached, and small multi-unit buildings. Policy LU-87 Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and built-form perspective but that new and redeveloped land uses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood. The proposal represents an evolution of the former Community Facility site, introducing a modest increase in density while remaining consistent with Low-Rise Zoning standards. The development is low-rise in form and scale, and is reflective of the surrounding neighbourhood context, which is predominantly zoned RL. As such, the project aligns with the established character of the area. Based on the analysis of the proposed development under the Stable Residential designation, the proposal is consistent with the policies of the Municipal Plan, which support the expansion of existing neighbourhoods. Provincial Statements of Public Interest (SPIs) development that aligns with existing settlement patterns and the utilization of existing public infrastructure and services. The proposed rezoning and developmentrepresents an extensionof an existing, serviced neighbourhoodand will add more housing choice for the residents of the community. Zoning Section 59 Conditions Conditions can be proposed, when zoning regulations are insufficient to address a particular item. In this case, s for a regularly sizedand subdividedRL lot, be applied to thiscluster-townhouseproject through a Section 59 condition.Thiswould require approximately 195 trees be distributed across the site, including betweenadjacentproperties, between building clusters, and along the private streets. Conclusion As this proposal aligns with the overall intent of the Municipal Plan, Zoning Bylaw, and Statements of Provincial Interest, the proposed Rezoning and Street Vesting arerecommended for approval.Staff are recommending that a Section 59 condition be placed on the site to increase the landscaping requirements. Service and Financial Outcomes Council holds public hearings and deliberates in public to ensure new projects satisfy City by-laws and the Community Planning Act related to public participation. Such projects are important as they have the potential to generate new revenue, increase overall economic vitality, and expand the vibrancy of community life in Saint John. The City is well served bythe controlled and directed growth called for under Plan SJ, which is implemented by appropriately updating zoning by-laws. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Infrastructure Jeremy Clack Pam Bentley Nathaniel Watson Tom McGarth Public WorksBarb Crawford Charles Freake External Agencies Local Government and EnvironmentWAWA(GNB) Public UtilitiesBellAlliant, Liberty Utilities, Rogers, and Saint John Energy School DistrictPascal Landry ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1: PAC Letter Attachment 2: PAC Staff Report Attachment 3: PowerPoint Presentation Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution 400 Lowell Street and 459 Woodville Road (PID 55246797, 00471540, and 00394940) Rezoning and Street Vesting stndth Public Hearing, 1 and 2 Readings: July 27, 2026 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment stnd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 111-221 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. rdth Tentative 3 Reading: August 17, 2026 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment rd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 111-221 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. Recission of No Previous s. 39/s. 59 Conditions Section 59 Yes That Common Council impose the following conditions on Conditions land having an area of approximately 3.07 hectares, located at 400 Lowell Street and 459 Woodville Road, also identified as PID 55246797 pursuant to section 59(1)(a)(ii) of the New Brunswick Community Planning Act: a. That the developer plant 1 tree per residential unit; i. The mixture of trees at the time of planting shall be equivalent to a minimum of 50 percent deciduous species and a minimum of 25 percent coniferous trees. ii. That all trees adhere to Section 6.2(a), (e), and (i) of the Zoning Bylaw at the time of planting Subdivision Yes 1. That Common Council assent to the attached subdivision plan (City of Saint John Subdivision, Lowell Street, dated 2024-11-22) with respect to the proposed vesting of PID Numbers 00394940 and 00471540 as a Public Street, as identified as an extension of Lowell Street. Other No Smallcity,bigheart. Petiteville,grand. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE June 30, 2026 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council 1$Ȏ/¸µ¶µ¹«ªɎ1«Àµ´¯´ȍɎ2º¸««ºɎ¼«¹º¯´ɎȘ2»¨ª¯¼¯¹¯µ´șȍɎ§´ªɎ5§¸¯§´©«¹ +µ½«²²Ɏ2º¸««ºɎ§´ªɎŷŸżɎ6µµª¼¯²²«Ɏ1µ§ªɎɃɎ/(#ɎŸŸŵŷŹźżźɎȘ¬µ¸³«¸²¿Ɏ/(#ɎųųŶżŷżŷųɎ§´ªųųŷźŴŸŷųș Your Worship and Councilors: At its meeting onJune 16, 2026, thePlanning Advisory Committeeconsidered the attached staff report regarding the rezoning, variances,and street vestingnoted above. Atthe public meeting, staff madea presentation. 13letters in oppositionwereprovidedin the packet. The letters are attached. The PACvoted unanimously to recommend approvalof the staff recommendationto Common Council as follows: 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by--law No. C.P. 111-221, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. 2.That Common Council assent to the attached tentative plan of subdivision (City of Saint John Subdivision, Lowell Street, dated 2024-11-22) with respect to the proposed vesting of a portion of PID 00394940 and 00471540 as a Public Street. 3.That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 3.07 hectares, located at 400 Lowell Street and 459 Woodville Road, also identified as PID 00394940 and PID 00471540: a.That the developer plant 1 tree per residential unit; i.The mixture of trees at the time of planting shall be equivalent to a minimum of 50 percent deciduous species and a minimum of 25 percent coniferous trees. ii.That all trees adhere to Section 6.2(a), (e), and (i) of the Zoning Bylaw at the time of planting For your information, the PAC also voted unanimously to approve two variances as follows: a.Increase in number of accesses allowed under Section 4.1(2)(b) of the zoning bylaw, from 2 to 3 access along Lowell Street P.O.Box1971SaintJohn,NBCanadaE2L4L1 C.P.1971SaintJohn,N.-B.CanadaE2L4L1 SAINTJOHN.CA Page 2 of 2 b. Increase to the allowable continuous building length of 6 stacked townhouse units as outlined in Section 9.25(h), to up to 12 stacked townhouse units If you have any questions, please contact Yeva Mattson at yeva.mattson@saintjohn.ca Sincerely Yours, Brad Mitchell, Chair c: Pankaj Nalavde, RPP, MCIP, Director of Community Planning and Housing Yeva Mattson, RPP, MCIP, Planner, Community Planning and Housing attachments: Staff report, dated June 15, 2026 Copies of correspondence received P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 C.P. 1971 Saint John, N.-B. Canada E2L 4L1 SAINTJOHN.CA Report Date:June11, 2026 To:Planning Advisory Committee From: Growth & Community Services MeetingDate:June16, 2026 SUBJECT Applicant:Canterbury Developments Ltd, on behalf ofBelyea Village Ltd. Landowners(s):City of Saint John Location: Civic Address:PID:Lot Size: PID 00394940 and portion of 459 Woodville Road and 400 3.07hectares PID 00471540 Lowell Street Plan Designation:Stable Residential Zoning Neighbourhood Community Facility Proposed Zoning:Low-Rise Residential (RL) Application Type:Rezoning and Subdivision Jurisdiction: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to theZoning By-law, and on proposed street vesting. Common Council will consider the Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on Monday,July27, 2026. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On March20, 2026, the applicant, Canterbury Developments Ltd. on behalf of Belyea Village, submitted an application for rezoning, variances, and public street vesting as follows: Rezoning from Neighborhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low-Rise Residential (RL); Page 1of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 A variance to allow an additional curb cut for a total of 3 curb cuts along Lowell Street; A variance to allow 5 rows of 3-storey, stacked townhouses to exceed the maximum of six units wide, which are 1 row that is 10 units wide, 2 rows that are 12 units wide, and 2 rows that are 8 units wide. Vesting of a Public Street to complete Lowell Street. The applicant’s illustrative plan indicates a total of 195 townhouse units, utilizing a mix of 3 storey cluster townhouses. RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No. C.P. 111-221, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. 2.That Common Council assent to the attached tentative plan of subdivision (City of Saint John Subdivision, Lowell Street, dated 2024-11-22) with respect to the proposed vesting of a portion of PID 00394940 and 00471540 as a Public Street. 3.That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 3.07 hectares, located at 400 Lowell Street and 459 Woodville Road, also identified as PID 00394940 and PID 00471540: a.That the developer plant 1 tree per residential unit; i.The mixture of trees at the time of planting shall be equivalent to a minimum of 50 percent deciduous species and a minimum of 25 percent coniferous trees. ii.That all trees adhere to Section 6.2(a), (e), and (i) of the Zoning Bylaw at the time of planting 4.That the Planning Advisory Committee grant two variances: a.Increase in number of accesses allowed under Section 4.1(2)(b) of the zoning bylaw, from 2 to 3 access along Lowell Street b.Increase to the allowable continuous building length of 6 stacked townhouse units as outlined in Section 9.25(h), to up to 12 stacked townhouse units DECISION HISTORY On February 20, 2024, Council resolved that the site was underutilized and deemed surplus. A Request for Expressions of Interest (“REOI”) was issued to the public in mid July 2024 for lands on which the former Hilton Belyea arena is located. An evaluation committee scored the proposals and received instructions to negotiate with the highest ranked proponent. The Page 2 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 purpose of this report is to seek authority for the City to enter into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale with the highest ranked proponent. On October 1, 2024, Common Council gave approval for the City to enter into an agreement with Belyea Village for the purchase of the property. This agreement was signed later that same month. ANALYSIS Proposal The proposal involves the development of approximately 195 stacked-townhouse style dwelling units through a series of cluster townhouses on a private street. The development would be accessed from City Line and Lowell Street and be situated on the former Belea Arena site. To facilitate the development, the applicant has proposed to rezone the site from Neighborhood Community Facility to Low-Rise Residential. The Development as proposed would require 2 variances: - Increase in number of access allowed under Section 4.1(2)(b) of the zoning bylaw, to allow for three accesses along Lowell Street - An increase to the allowable continuous building length exceeding 6 stacked townhouse units wide as outlined in Section 9.25(h), to approximately buildings that are 12 stacked townhouse units wide. Another aspect of the application is the formal subdivision and vesting of a portion of Lowell Street. This area is already developed as public street but was not formerly vested as the site was owned by the City. Council approval is needed for all the vesting of Public Street. Staff recommend approval of the Rezoning, with variances, and street vesting. Further, staff are recommending Section 59 conditions around increased landscaping standards. Site and Neighbourhood The subject site was declared surplus in February 2024, and Common Council entered into an agreement to sell the property on October 1, 2024. The site is largely vacant except for the former arena which requires demolition. Bayshore area is an existing neighbourhood that is zoned Low-Rise Residential (RL) and includes a variety of low-density residential building typologies. Additional cluster townhouse development has been approved on 440 Lowell street, directly west of this site. Lands to the south are zoned Transportation and owned by NB Southern Railway as part of the railroad network. The development has proposed walkways that would connect with the existing pedestrian network within the Bayshore neighbourhood. Public transit service is available via Route 15, which provides multiple stops throughout the West side and connects to the Primary Page 3 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 Commercial Centre at Fairville and King Square hub uptown. The route has stops on the corner of City Line and Woodville Road as well as the corner of Woodville Road and Chapel Street, both within 225 of both ends of the site. The area is served by Seaside Park Elementary and a number of parks, including Seaside Park and Bayshore Beach. Plan and Policy Alignment Municipal Plan As part of the review process, staff undertook an assessment of the proposal’s alignment with the Municipal Plan. A copy of this assessment is included as an attachment to this report. The subject property is designated Stable Residential which is a land use designation within Plan SJ that applies to several established neighbourhoods throughout the City. These areas are generally built-out but may accommodate additional development at a scale and density that is compatible with the surrounding context. The existing neighbourhood is low-rise in character, consisting primarily of single-family, semi-detached, and small multi-unit buildings. Policy LU-87 Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and built-form perspective but that new and redeveloped land uses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood. The proposal represents an evolution of the former Community Facility site, introducing a modest increase in density while remaining consistent with Low-Rise Zoning standards. The development is low-rise in form and scale, and is reflective of the surrounding neighbourhood context, which is predominantly zoned RL. As such, the project aligns with the established character of the area. Based on the analysis of the proposed development under the Stable Residential designation, the proposal is consistent with the policies of the Municipal Plan, which support the expansion of existing neighbourhoods. Zoning The rezoning of the subject site to the Low-Rise Residential (RL) zone is required to support the proposed development of stacked townhouse units. The current zone, Neighborhood Community Facility, is centered around community and recreation uses which served the former arena but do not allow any residential development. The RL zone is utilized for the Bayshore neighbourhood and will enable compatible low-rise typology development within the expansion area. The RL zone is designed to accommodate low-rise development of buildings that are 3 storeys and under, including stacked townhouse, semi-detached, and single-family dwellings. The overall site design does meet the requirements. Page 4 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 The proposal complies with the maximum height requirement of three storeys. In the RL zone, for more than 4 units per lot, density is calculated based on a minimum lot size of 800 sqm, with at least 140 sqm required per townhouse unit. At approximately 3.07 hectares, the site could accommodate up to 220 townhouse units while the applicant is proposing 195 which is well within the permitted density. Lot area coverage of structures is also below the 60% maximum. For amenity space, the standard requires 7.5 sqm per unit, with at least 50% provided as private space. At least half of the units include decks or balconies for private amenity space, and communal amenity space is provided through picnic areas, green space, and a walking path. Exact calculations will be confirmed at the permitting stage, but compliance is easily achievable. Parking requirements in all residential zones are set at one stall per residential unit, meaning 195 stalls are required. The site plan illustrates 214 stalls, exceeding the minimum. Landscaping will need to be addressed in a landscaping plan as part of the permit application stage. Landscaping and/or buffering will be required along any parking area located within 15 metres of a property line that abuts a residential use, in order to provide adequate screening for neighbouring properties. Trees and shrubs would also be required based on a frontage calculation which, due to the smaller frontage in relationship to the scale of the project, will result in minimal new trees. Staff are recommending further section 59 conditions to ensure adequate landscaping that reflects the scale of this project. Subdivision The vesting of public streets requires the assent of Common Council. Although the street in this case has been developed to City standards, it has not been formally vested. Once the street has been vested, the Development Officer will be in a position to grant subdivision approval, allowing the City to retain ownership of the street and enabling the separation of the developable land that is being sold. Variance The Applicant is requesting the following variances to support this proposal. The first variance requested is for an increase in the number of access allowed under Section 4.1(2)(b) of the zoning bylaw. The Bylaw permits a maximum of 2 access points for frontages exceeding 75 metres, however, the applicant is proposing 3 accesses along Lowell Street. Given that this is a consolidated development comprising multiple dwelling clusters, the additional access point is considered reasonable. Had the lots been subdivided individually rather than developed on a consolidated basis, multiple access points along this stretch of street would have been expected. Page 5 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 The second variance is for anincrease to the continuous building length exceeding 6 stacked townhouse units as outlined in Section 9.25(h), to approximately 12 stacked townhouse units. The majority of the clusters fall within the regulatory requirements; however, two clusters are 12 stacked townhouse units in width, one is 10 units wide, and two are 8 units wide. The applicant is proposing this increase in continuous building length to help cluster the dwellings closer together and closer to the centre of the property. This provides larger setbacks from the existing neighbouring properties and helps maintain adequate space for access points and a walking pathway. Section 59 Conditions The Zoning Bylaw establishes front yard landscaping requirements based on unit count, frontage, and required front yard setback. In the RL zone, the standard is one tree per residential unit, reflecting the typical maximum of 4 units per lot, or 6 in intensification zones. For developments exceeding 6 units, the intent shifts to a formula-based approach using frontage and setback measurements, with additional side yard tree requirements where a property abuts an RL-zoned neighbour. However, the Bylaw is currently silent on cluster developments accessed by private streets. This creates an inconsistency where projects with minimal public street frontage, such as this one, face a lower landscaping requirement than a comparable development in a standard subdivision, despite being similar in scale. Given the consolidated layout of this development, its public street frontage is minimal relative to its scale and to comparable blocks in the neighbourhood. Under a conventional subdivision with public streets, a significantly greater landscaping requirement would apply. For instance, a standard townhouse development of this size on a public street would require one tree per unit. Accordingly, staff recommend that the landscaping requirement of one tree per unit, the standard for a regular sized RL lot, o be applied to this project through a Section 59 condition. This would require approximately 195 trees distributed across the site, including between adjacent properties, between building clusters, and along the private streets. Statements of Public Interest (SPIs) The proposed development aligns with the Provincial SPI’s, including the SPIs associated with development that aligns with existing settlement patterns and the utilization of existing public infrastructure and services. The proposed rezoning and development represents an extension of an existing, serviced neighbourhood. Service Area Review Internal Service Areas Feedback Infrastructure Infrastructure has no concern with the proposed land use or rezoning. Technical considerations including phasing and routing of infrastructure connections will need to be Page 6 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 reviewed. Phasing of construction will be constrained by existing wet weather capacity limitations in certain sections of sanitary sewer downstream. Initial development phases must be focused on the western end of the site that connects to the sanitary sewer on Woodville Road. Building Noconcernswith a rezoning Emergency Management No comments ParksIn support. Closest park areas are Bayshore Beach, Seaside Park and Queen Square Traffic No concerns Transit The bus stop would be on Woodville Rd and Chapel St which, would be 225 m from this site. Operations(Public Works) In support. We will not be picking up solid waste or doing snow removal as these are private streets. External Agencies Department of Local Government and No presence of Wetlands Environment – WAWA SJ Energy Standard Public Utility Easement will be required. There is some encroachment on Lowell street that may impact existing utility pole line Bell Alliant No comments Rogers 5m wide utility will be required to be illustrated on the Final Plans of subdivision. Liberty Utilities No concerns School DistrictNo comments Conclusion As this proposal aligns with the overall intent of the Municipal Plan, Zoning Bylaw, and Statements of Provincial Interest, the proposed Rezoning, variances, and Street Vesting are recommended for approval. Staff are recommending that a Section 59 condition be placed on the site to increase the landscaping requirements. For dwellings of up to five units, one tree per unit is required. Staff are recommending that one tree be provided per four units, illustrated as a block within each cluster, to be planted in the rear and side yards. This would amount to approximately 50 trees. Staff are also recommending that the general landscaping requirements applicable to side yards between Low-Rise and Mid-Rise developments be incorporated, being one tree per every 25 Page 7 of 8 Canterbury Developments Ltd 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street June 11, 2026 PID 00394940 and Portion of PID 00471540 square metres of required side yard. The north and south side yards total approximately 570 metres in length, with a required side yard of 6 metres between the cluster townhouses and abutting residential lots. This would amount to approximately 65 trees to be planted along the lots abutting Beaconsfield Crescent and Lowell Street. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were considered. ENGAGEMENT In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on May 26, 2026. As of the date of this report, 13 letters were received including 3 in support and 10 in opposition to the application. The public hearing notice will be posted on the City of Saint John website no later than July 6, 2026. The public hearing will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:30PM. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Manager Director Commissioner Bill MackeyPankaj Nalavde RPP, MCIP Amy Poffenroth P.Eng.,MBA Contact: Yeva Mattson Telephone: 506-721-8453 Email: yeva.mattson@saintohn.ca Application: 25-072 APPENDIX Map 1: Aerial Photography Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Policy Review Submission 1: Submission 2: Page 8 of 8 ATTACHMENT 1: SITE PHOTOGRAPHY Entrance of site from City Line between #335 (left side) and #401 (right side) Centre of subject Site – currently vacant field Eastern edge condition of site looking south Western edge condition of site looking south at Belyea Arena Subject site (with existing Belyea Arena) – from western most end of Lowell street Corner of Lowell and Woodville, looking east at subject site Corner of Lowell and Woodville looking south down Woodville (subject site to left) Woodville Road looking north from Lowell Street to A an ousingould ermitting rise h p w - e project. transit and dd nd th reflect wider t a a he and t n art of i etworks, taff are p Bayshore s an established s n d a the scale of ound n an f . o as lan p edestrian xisting community p ite The proposed development will based e e required s . surrounding n rise area. nd b - all the established a he expansion of an existing low o site t t wi n ith oad reflect o r w , imilar typology in a low plan s andscaping t f l djacent o aligns would a e utlined g b o se density underutilized u een located b ezonin ilities. andinfrastructure would l r Managemen as is streets, infrastructure, pedestrian networks, and into an fac h ater 400 Lowell Street increase in cess existing W roposed proposedproperty ac p existing neighbourhood. evelopment n directly adjacent to an existing community. By allowing expansion while d TheaTheNeighbourhoodTheutilizecommunitySaferecommending increasedStormprocess. e 400 Lowell Street The proposed rezoning facilitates the neighbourhoodThis increase housing supply within a desirable neighbourhood and incremental Thutilizing existing routes, it will align with the goals of adding density toneighbourhood as identified in the Municipal Plan. Municipal Plan Policy Review Attachment 2: urhood. form perspective but that new and redeveloped land - 88 86 87 - -- The proposed land use is desirable and contributes positively to theneighbourhood;The proposal is compatible with surrounding land uses;The development is in a location where all necessary water andwastewater services, parks and recreation services, schools, publictransit and other community facilities and protective services canreadily and adequately be provided;Site design features that address such matters as safe access, bufferingand landscaping, site grading and stormwater management areincorporated; a.b.c.d. Policy LU Ensure that significant new development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning process where compliance is demonstrated with the following requirements: Municipal Plan PolicyPolicy LU Within the Stable Residential designation, housing of almost every form and density may be found and both the existing neighbourhood context and compatibility with the Municipal Plan goals will determine suitability of new proposals. Other compatible uses that may be found in the Stable Residential designation include convenience stores, home occupations, parks, and community facilities which are permitted in the designation without amendment to the Municipal Plan.Policy LU Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and builtuses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbo . unit - rise typology - standards low a oning z unit dwellings, two - . larger setbacks from the surrounding . All of these conform to conforms to all relevant residential land use policies as established in the and pattern. Municipal Plan the historic As this is an existing lot, and consolidated development, the lot reflects The applicant has proposed The applicant has provided renderings that show the units will be articulated through siding and color This proposal aligns with City’s the applicant has proposed vinyl siding with is reflective of the majority of n/a a./b. c. The surrounding neighbourhood consists of one dwellings, and small apartmentsthat the proposed stacked townhouses development would reflect. d. While these buildings will have longer continuous building fronts than surrounding properties, they do reflect the 3 storey maximum in the wider neighbourhood. e./f. properties and the street to help lessen any impact to neighbours while still maintaining the setback standards of the Zoning bylaw. g. h. surrounding buildings and common across the City for this type of development. e.a. 10 - The local pattern of lots, streets and blocks;The size and configuration of lots; Nearby building types; The height, scale and massing of nearby buildings; The setback of buildings from the street; The pattern of rear and side yard setbacks; Sensitive integration with and enhancement of adjacent heritage properties; and Building materials which contribute to the successful integration of the development into its context. 2 - A high quality exterior building design is provided that is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the Municipal Plan. The proposal is in conformity with the goals, policies and intent of the Municipal Plan and the requirements of all City bylaws; a.b.c.d.e.f.g.h. e. a. Ensure that new development and redevelopment in Stable Areas is designed to respect and reinforce the physical character and uses of the surrounding neighbourhood, having regard for: Policy UD Policy I In considering amendments to the Zoning Bylaw or the imposition of terms and conditions, in addition to all other criteria set out in the various policies of the Municipal Plan, have regard for the following: . community existing infrastructure elevation changes ensure proper density on infrastructure, , connect to City’s serviceable boundary (Primary street the appropriate height, setbacks, parking and Assessment inside zone standards also as defined in the City’s Municipal Plan) and is – The The development will no wetlands have been identified by the provincial development has no concerning is located on an existing lot in an established A traffic study was conducted to confirm traffic impacts. proposed The proposal neighbourhood. and will not have a negative impact on service provision.The zone standards will ensure landscaping buffers. each lot. TheSubdivision and WAWA department. b.c.d. The proposed development is Development Area (PDA) located on a site served by an existing Settlement Patterns Statements of Public Interest SPI 8; - term. - 7 and I - proposed building; Financial inability of the City to absorb costs related to development and ensure efficient delivery of services, as determined through Policy IThe adequacy of central wastewater or water services and storm drainage measures;Adequacy or proximity of school, recreation, or other community facilities;Adequacy of road networks leading to or adjacent to the development; andPotential for negative impacts to designated heritage buildings or areas. Type of use;Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site;Parking;Open storage;Signs; andAny other relevant matter of urban planning. i. i.ii.iii.iv.v.ii.v. iii.iv.vi. The proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason of:consideration; Appropriate controls are placed on any proposed development where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of:The proposed site is suitable in terms of steepness of grade, soil and geological conditions, locations of watercourses, wetlands, and susceptibility of flooding as well as any other relevant environmental vii. b.c.d. SP.1 Promote efficient development and land use patterns that are in the best interests of the Province, local governments and residents of the Province in the long . is also served and neighbourhood , and City services. . s before any development which connects with key neighbourhood and would connect . existing neighbourhood flood zones The , transit routes existing via route 15, , s adjacent to an existing neighbourhood and Given these considerations it conforms to the in an . infrastrcuture site would ha a delineation undertaken to accurately identify transit routes on the West side to the Uptown regulated wetland and watercourse buffer facilities, andcriteria as it is an expansion of an existing land useThis development represents an opportunity to increase housing in an existing neighbourhood.This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable.The proposed development is would utilize existing This policy is not applicable.The development is located to developed pedestrian networks.The proposed any would be permitted. It is outside any This policy is not applicable. Not applicable.Not applicable. by one of the City’s transit linelocations Not applicable. Agriculture Climate Change , including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, backs - SP.2 Promote a range of housing options such as size, type, density and design throughout communities.SP.3 Support the provision of a range of affordable housing options throughout communities. SP.4 Avoid development and land use patterns that may cause environmental or health and safety issues. SP.5 With respect to development that occurs in a community with existing or planned public infrastructure and services, promote development in locations where the public infrastructure and services are or are planned to be available. SP.6 With respect to development that occurs in a community with no existing or planned public infrastructure or services, promote development in locations with previously constructed and actively maintained roads.SP.7 Promote a range of transportation options, including public, regional and active transportation. SP.8 Promote the use of green infrastructure, including climate resilient lands. SP.9 Promote development in downtown areas and urban cores through increased density, infill and brownfield development. AA.1 Identify prime agricultural areas and prioritize them for agricultural uses and other compatible uses. AA.2 Identify current and future areas for fishery use and aquaculture use and prioritize them for those uses and other compatible uses. AA.3 Consider setbetween areas with an agricultural use, fishery use or aquaculture use and areas used for incompatible purposes. infrastructure. a developed neighbourhood with access adjacent to s and connections to city The subject site is located to existing roadNot applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable. Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable. Natural Resources Flood and Natural Hazard Areas backs, including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, - CC.1 Promote energy conservation and efficiency, improved air quality, climate change mitigation and climate change adaptation through development and land use patterns. CC.2 Consider how the siting and design of infrastructure can improve air quality and energy conservation and efficiency, minimize the health and public safety impacts of climate change and increase climate resiliency. FH.1 Identify flood and natural hazard areas using provincial flood hazard mapping, provincial erosion mapping and other resources. FH.2 Promote land use and development in areas other than flood and natural hazard areas.FH.3 Promote land use and development that are not expected to increase the impacts on safety and costs associated with flooding and natural hazards. FH.4 Promote land use and development that incorporate mitigation measures with respect to flooding and natural hazards or that are appropriate for areas subject to natural hazards.NR.4 Consider set BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-221 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-221 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Lors d’une réunion du conseil Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John L’Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John, enacted on the fifteenth day of December, décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi modifié : A.D. 2014, is amended by: 1. rezoning on Schedule “A”, the Zoning 1. La modification de l’annexe «A», Plan Map of the City of Saint John, a parcel of de zonage de la ville de Saint John, land having an area of approximately 2.94 permettant de modifier la désignation hectares identified as a part of PID pour une parcelle de terrain d’une 55246797, from Neighbourhood superficie d’environ 2.94 hectares Community Facility (CFN) to Low Rise identifié comme partie de NID Residential (RL). 55246797, de Zone d’installations communautaires de quartier (CFN) à Zone résidentielle – Immeubles d’habitation bas (RL). - all as shown on the plan attached - toute les modifications sont hereto and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the fait apposer son sceau communal sur le said City to be affixed to this by-law the X day of présent arrêté le X XXXXXXX 2026, avec les XXXXXXX, A.D. 2026 and signed by: signatures suivantes : _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse __________________________________________ City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X GMPPS POF!CFESPPN! PO!NBJO! GMPPS POF!CFESPPN! PO!NBJO! Efdl 6/6(!y!9( Efdl 6/6(!y!9( UXP CFESPPNT PO!4se!GMPPS UXP CFESPPNT PO!4se!GMPPS Bmboob!Xbmti! 48:!Cfbdpotgjfme!Dsftdfou Opu!foujsfmz/! 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J!xpvme!mpwf!up!tff!uif!tqbdf!efwfmpqfe!xjui!sfdpnnfoebujpot!nfoujpofe/ CynthiaLosier 421BeaconsfieldCres I support that development may take place in this area, and I believe it should be designed in a way that fits with the established character of the neighbourhood, which is made up largely of long-term homeowners who take pride in their homes and properties. My main concerns relate to how construction will be managed, including blowing garbage, exposed building materials, and the possibility of homes being left unfinished for extended periods if the project is delayed. I also believe the site should be properly secured during construction to help protect the safety and appearance of the neighbourhood. As my property shares a boundary with the site, the development may affect my current view and could increase noise and traffic in the area. These changes may affect how I enjoy my property if they are not carefully considered and managed. T o help the project fit well within the neighbourhood, I would recommend replacing the existing chain link fence with a new fence that includes privacy slats at the beginning of the project. This would improve privacy for neighbouring property owners, help protect their enjoyment of their homes, and help discourage trespassing once the new units are sold and occupied. Replacing the fence early would also help reduce the risk of construction garbage and debris blowing onto neighbouring properties. I support the development but would hope that the developer takes into consideration the suggested fence replacement and the securing of the property during construction. From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Subject:FW: Application No. 25-072/ rezoning and street Vesting 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street/ PID 00471540 and 00394940 Date:June 8, 2026 11:42:28 AM Attachments:image002.png Colleen O’Connor, BA, BBA Administrative Assistant /Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram My flexible workweek is Monday – Thursday. From: Harris, Tara Sent:June 7, 2026 3:20 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Cc:Harris, Tara Subject: Application No. 25-072/ rezoning and street Vesting 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street/ PID 00471540 and 00394940 You don't often get email from tara.harris@nbed.nb.ca. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** My name is Tara Harris and I live 347 Beaconsfield Crescent. I purchased on January 8 , 2025, with no knowledge of this development. So to start off with the questions that you have provided 1.Do you support the proposed development? My answer is no 2. What are your top two or three concerns about the proposed development? The scale and density of the development are not compatible with the surrounding primary single-story homes. The proposed three-story buildings will significantly impact the privacy and the character in the area. As well as increase traffic and safety concerns. The addition of over 200 units will substantially increase traffic in the area, where children regularly play and where speeding is already a major concern of ours. The proposed location of dumpsters and common areas near existing homes will create noise, odour and pest and rodent issues for neighbouring properties. There are already major rodent problems. My backyard is immediately adjacent to the proposed development, and the dumpster will directly be facing my backyard. 3. How does the proposed development directly impact you? My property is located immediately adjacent to the proposed development. The three-story buildings will overlook my backyard, reducing my privacy and changing the nature of my property. I purchased my home knowing that I had a Bay of Fundy view. I will also be directly affected by the increased traffic, noise, lighting, construction impacts, and the proximity of the proposed dumpster area. I purchased my home with the expectation that large green space behind my property would remain a low-density area and the proposal represents a significant change in my living environment. 4. What are your recommendations for improving the proposal? 1. Reduce the overall density of the development 2. Eliminate or reduce the height of the three-story building adjacent to the existing homes 3. Increase setbacks and install substantial tree buffer between the development and neighbouring properties 4. Relocate the dumpsters, away from existing residential backyards 5. Include meaningful green spaces, recreational areas, and playground facilities for residence 6. Conduct a thorough traffic and safety assessment and implement traffic calming measures if the project proceeds. 5. Would you support the development as proposed? No 6. Would you support the development with some changes? My answer is it's very doubtful, potentially, If substantial changes are made to reduce the density building height, traffic impacts privacy, concerns, and placement of dust dumpsters while increasing the green space and buffering from existing homes. As a homeowner whose property is directly adjacent to the proposed development, I respectfully request that the planning advisor committee give consideration to the concerns outlined above I was surprised to receive the notice of this proposal. Only a few days before comments were due, given the scale of the development and it's direct impact on my property. I do not feel that this provides significant time to fully review the plans and seek clarification and prepare informed feedback. I did not receive any correspondence prior to this notice. This proposal would significantly affect my privacy, enjoyment of my property, neighbourhood character, traffic conditions, and overall quality of life. I therefore respectfully ask that these concerns be given serious consideration before any decision is made regarding the application. Thank you for your time and consideration. I asked that this correspondence be included in the public record as part of the review process. Sincerely, Tara Harris 347 Beaconsfield Crescent Saint John New Brunswick E2M 2H7 From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Subject:FW: Application No. 25-072 / Rezoning and Street Vesting 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street/ PID 00471540 and 00394940 Date:June 8, 2026 11:43:11 AM Attachments:image002.png Colleen O’Connor, BA, BBA Administrative Assistant /Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram My flexible workweek is Monday – Thursday. From: Jon Thibodeau Sent:June 7, 2026 9:34 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Application No. 25-072 / Rezoning and Street Vesting 459 Woodville Road and 400 Lowell Street/ PID 00471540 and 00394940 \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** To whom it may concern, As requested, please review my responses to the questions below. 1.Do you support the proposed development: -No. 2.What are your top two or three concerns about the proposed development. -1 - loss of privacy and peacefulness that drew us to this area 15 years ago. -2 - loss of greenspace that has been used by all residents of the surrounding neighborhoods for many years even after the city decided to no longer provide up-keep. -3 - increased rodent problem now that we will have multiple dumpsters located right outside of our back yards 3.How does the proposed development directly impact you? -Based on the current proposal, we will completely lose some of the major factors that led to us choosing to raise our family in this location. We choose this area because of the features of the location/neighborhood. Having the rink and soccer field right in our backyard was an amazing feature. It provided an excellent space for our kids to play on almost a daily basis which they continue to do so to this day. It will be sadly missed. -The fact that the units being proposed will tower over the majority of the houses on either side of the field gives a major sense of invasion of privacy, we feel that will no longer be able to enjoy our time spent in our own backyard whether its having a nice fire with the family or enjoying the hot tub on a nice evening. Not a comfortable feeling when people can just watch from above... -I can currently sit and look out my back window and all I see is tree tops and skies... and some times when the timing is right... catch a view of the cruise ships coming and going. In the future... just the site of a 3 storey building with a dumpster at the edge of my property... fair trade I guess 4.Recommendations for improving the proposal. -its no surprise that this will move forward no matter what the local residents say, so I would have to say that at the very least, the types of buildings are what needs to change. Single story town houses would be more than sufficient for this area. The argument that will be made saying that that is not enough units is, frankly, BS (how long have the townhouses on Rockingstone Drive been vacant for?) Atleast with single story (and possible SOME 2 storey units), it would fit in with the neighborhood better. 5.Would you support the development as proposed - No 6.Would you support the development with some changes - i think it would be safe to say that there would need to be some major changes to take place to have any support from the surrounding residents. I truly hope that those involved in the decision process for this development project are actually going to take the local residents feedback seriously and not just treat this as a formality that just needed to be checked off... we've already seen multiple families decide to move away from this area solely due to this proposal and we do not wish to have to do the same. Thank You for your time. Sincerely, Jon Thibodeau From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Subject:FW: Regarding the rezoning Application No. 25-072 Date:June 8, 2026 11:42:56 AM Attachments:image002.png Colleen O’Connor, BA, BBA Administrative Assistant /Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram My flexible workweek is Monday – Thursday. From: Tara t < Sent:June 7, 2026 8:40 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Regarding the rezoning Application No. 25-072 You don't often get email from tara_kierstead@hotmail.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Hi there I am taking the opportunity to write in regards to the rezoning of the former Belyea arena. I have lived in this are all of my life. Currently residing on Beaconsfield crescent. This proposal has a significant impact on my neighborhood but also directly impacting my property and the place my family calls home. 1.Do you support the proposed development: I can say for certain I do not support this proposal. Taking into account the space vs how many 3 storey units they are wanting to build, this would have a huge impact on the pre-existing residential houses and neighborhoods. Most houses that are directly aligned with this area, are single dwelling houses. Adding three storey units would cause a total loss of privacy. 2. What are your top two or three concerns about the proposed development. The biggest concern is how it will shape our sense in of home, our safe place and our neighborhood/sense of community. Having units tower above our property takes away our privacy, no fence or buffer zone would be able to solve this problem. A place we feel the most comfortable, will turn into a place of worry. Because this proposal is going directly in between two pre existing residential neighborhoods, I believe the proposed development should reflect this. Town houses and garden homes would be best suited for this area. This would help to persevere what this area has had for the past 40 years. Quiet, peaceful and privacy. I have a progressive disease that has taken so much from me and my family, our home is the one place that can add comfort and safety. Which leads into another huge issue. Have three storey units, which will be done as rentals opens my backyard up to 500+ new people. With rentals comes a high turnover rate, never knowing who is coming and who is going. This will all be iny backyard, a yard that was safe and private will no longer be. This area now includes many residents that have lived here for 10+ years. Having units that are owned (garden homes)vs rentals, provides a sense of stability and "knowing your neighbors" which is what draws people to this area. Adding this many rentals is a huge safety concern for my family (which includes two kids). Safety, increase traffic, are huge and so is keeping the love for my backyard. Right now dumpsters are placed in areas that line peoples property. Mine included. I don't care if I was told these are being empty daily, I do not want dumpsters behind my house. We work hard to keep our property pristine and take pride on this. After living here for 15 years, I know which way the wind blows and that will blow the smell directly out way. Not to mention the noise and the rodents this will bring. Going from a backyard where I hear the ocean waves to then hearing the sound of dumpsters being slammed shut is not appealing in the slightest. 3. How does the proposed development directly impact you? Well seeing it is directly behind my property, the impact is high. I have mentioned several impacts above, so I will just say, it will forever change our property and the reason we remained here for so many years. Noise, safety, loss of privacy, are huge areas of concern. 4. Recommendations for improving the proposal. #1 biggest recommendation is in to Reduce the the quantity and size of buildings. Keep with what is pre-existing. Garden homes or town houses would allow for this. It would still provide more homes for the market, but also help to maintain what is pre-existing. There are townhouses on the proposal. Make them all townhouses. Add a bigger buffer zone and remove dumpsters from being placed near property lines of pre existing homes. Place in between buildings, out of site of people who live on the crescent and lowell Street . Right now it seems like a drivable road is behind my house, make this green space with trees to add a greater buffer area 5. Would you support the development as proposed No 6. Would you support the development with some changes? I want to say No but reality is something will go here. So can I say no, no I can't. But big changes would need to be made to the quantity and size and green space. I will end this email by thanking you for taking the time to read and hopefully take these points into consideration. I truly hope you consider the impact this will have on me and my family and my neighbors. Get Outlook for Android From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Cc:OneStop Subject:FW: REZONING PROPOSAL- 400 LOWELL STREET Date:April 22, 2026 8:30:19 AM Attachments:image002.png Candice Rideout, BSc Administrative Assistant/Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram From: Tara Thibodeau Sent:Tuesday, April 21, 2026 8:34 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca>; rick@canterburydevelopments.com Subject: REZONING PROPOSAL- 400 LOWELL STREET You don't often get email from t.thibodeau@hotmail.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please or contact the IT Service forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca Desk.** Good evening. I wanted to take a moment to send out this message in regards to the rezoning of the Hilton belyea arena. First I would like to introduce myself, my name is Tara and I have been a resident of this area (Beaconsfield Ave then to crescent) all my life. So I'm sure you can understand that I am invested in this area, like so many of my neighbors. When this development first came to light, I was so sad to hear. I understand growth and the need for housing but I also understand the need for recreational spaces and a big need to keep green spaces (such as the one found behind the belyea arena) As the hope of keeping the rink died, I did hope that this area would still be used for recreational purposes. The basketball court ( which is the only one in decent shape in this part of the west side) is used nightly. The large field area was used also very consistently for pickup games of various sports (soccer. Flag Football, ultimate Frisbee) and also had daily walkers, joggers use it often. Keeping this would be huge for this area. But we know growth and development sadly always win. And I am not against it. I am just disappointed it's at a cost to losing this area. But seeing that is the direction it is going in. I am not totally against the development, but I am 100% against the rezoning and the proposal for this area. Cramming as many units in as possible and units that are far taller than the preexisting, single house dwellings, is disappointing. We moved to this area for the location and the privacy, quietness it offered (definitely not for the weather haha) I do know there are a 2 buildings on Lowell that are a higher rise but the 3 story units will just tower over the preexisting residential houses on Beaconsfield crescent. Any type of fence we could build, wouldn't come close to offering any type of privacy. What kind of buffer do they plan to offer?? Will trees be planted and fences out up? Or would my backyard now be open to the hundreds of people who could now live behind my house. This sure does lower the feeling of safety we have now. The amount of housing units proposed, leads into other area of concern. Will these units be for lease or for purchase? Rentals are worrisome as you are more likely to have new people coming and going. Beaconsfield crescent is like a movie cul-de-sac....it is full of kids and families that have been here for some time, also coming to this area for the quietness and sense of community it offered. It's sad to think streets and houses like this will be a thing of developmental past. I would be more on board for developing more single family dwellings, opposed to the three storey multi unit buildings. As of right now the rendering shows dumpsters along the backyard if Beaconsfield crescent houses. I know which way the wind sadly blows daily (making it a cold one off the water) which means we would now get to smell of Dumpsters daily? We sadly already have rat issues I am scared to see what it will be like when we have multiple dumpsters lining out property line. I do apologize for a lengthy email but living in this Beaconsfield crescent house for the past 15 years has left me quite passionate about the area. As you can see there are many reasons and worries, and why I am opposed to this rezoning. I so very much appreciate the time to read. Have a wonderful evening Get Outlook for Android From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Subject:FW: Date:June 10, 2026 8:08:28 AM Attachments:image002.png Comment form for Lowell Colleen O’Connor, BA, BBA Administrative Assistant /Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram My flexible workweek is Monday – Thursday. From: Sonia Estey Sent:June 9, 2026 6:06 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: You don't often get email from sonia_doyle18@hotmail.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** 1.Do you support the proposed development? No I do not, and for many reasons 2.What are your top two or three concerns about the proposed development. One major concern is the quantity and size of the the three storeys, these buildings will tower over your houses, taking away esthetic that drew me to this area. Instead, we will see large buildings and lose all sense of privacy my back yard has to offer. Another major concern is the buffer zone and the placement of the dumpsters. I know for one, I enjoy walking out to my yard and not seeing a dumpster, smelling a dumpster or hearing a dumpster being opened and closed. 3.How does the proposed development directly impact you? Well seeing it is on my backyard. It effects my family and my property directly. This now opens my yard up to 500+ residents, which then brings concerns for safety and crime Another area of big concern is how long we will live in a state of development. Constantly hearing the construction of the building, seeing it will be done in phases. This is not appealing when you work shift work. 4. Recommendations for improving the proposal. Reduce the size and amount of built units. Building this many units in such a small area, does a disservice to those who have called this area home for many years. Add more green space in the buffer zones and take away the dumpsters on all property lines. Make sure that the buffer zone isn't just wide open to existing properties. Fences are there now and something to divide the areas should remain there 5.Would you support the development as proposed NO I would not 6.Would you support the development with some changes If this big issues were addressed and changed. I could be open. Get Outlook for Android From:OneStop To:Mattson, Yeva Cc:OneStop Subject:FW: Application No. 25-072/rezoning and streerlt vesting. 459 woodville road and 400 lowell street Date:June 5, 2026 1:08:38 PM Attachments:image002.png Candice Rideout, BSc Administrative Assistant/Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram From: SheRy Group Sent:Friday, June 5, 2026 1:05 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Application No. 25-072/rezoning and streerlt vesting. 459 woodville road and 400 lowell street You don't often get email from shefaliryan@gmail.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** We owners at 321 Lowell st, do not agree with rezoning. Thanks Best Regards, Ryan Carr & Shefali Katna From:Mackey, Bill To:George, Roseann Cc:Kirchner, Jennifer Subject:Feedback on West Side development - Belyea Village PID 00471540 and 00394940 Date:July 14, 2026 2:24:26 PM Please add this redacted email below to the PAC Staff Report packet for Council’s Staff Report. Thank you! From: Henriette Hull XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 9:38 PM Subject: Feedback on West Side development - Belyea Village PID 00471540 and 00394940 Importance: High Thank you for reading through this feedback - I have lived on Lowell Street for over 30 years and this new development as proposed will Definitely change the area. Please find attached a letter that I created and distributed to over 50 houses in the area. I am not against expansion – I am against expansion that does not fit the area. Challenge for you as public representatives – some of you I voted for in the last election. I live at 362 Lowell St – easy to find – it’s the only house with a fire hydrant on the lawn. I grant you permission to park in my driveway, walk into the backyard and stand towards the back fence close to my garden box with your back to my house. Look at the open field. Look at the types of houses you see straight ahead and to the sides. Now turn slightly to your left, look at the 2 story apartment building, picture that building with one more story on top NOW look at the field again and picture 195 of those in that field! That is four times as many households as are on neighboring streets. Four times as much traffic from the end of the street system. How in God’s name does that match? In order to build this Village there would need to be a Variance for building size. There is a reason that others before you placed “Rules” on this type of development …. It just doesn’t make sense for us the people who live in the area. Those rules are there to protect us as tax paying citizens. The term “increasing population density” was used in the last election, there is a difference between what CAN be installed on a 3 hectare piece of property and what SHOULD be considered in a mostly single family dwelling area. Consider the motivation behind this development and the true cost to all us who would be affected. Are there other options? The drawings in the paperwork presented at the PAC showed 1 story buildings – where did they go? Wouldn’t that be a different solution? A rental Village of those types of buildings for Seniors?? th I will be at the Council meeting on July 27 – looking forward to how many of you have taken 10 minutes from your busy schedules to accept my Challenge … this will help you truly understand this situation from our perspective. Henriette Hull From:Jessica Montgomery <montgoj087@gmail.com> Sent:July 8,2026 3:17 PM To:OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject:Proposed applicationno. 25-072 \[ExternalEmailAlert\]**Pleasenotethatthismessageisfromanexternalsender.IfitappearstobesentfromaSaintJohnemployee,pleaseforwardtheemailtospamsample@saintjohn.caorcontacttheITServiceDesk.** Pleasefindattachedmycommentform. I wanttoprefacethisbysaying I amvehementlyopposedtothisdevelopmentproposal.Itwouldruinthe neighborhood.Itisnot a highdensityareaofliving.Ourroadsandsewagesystemscouldnotkeepupwhenyou madethecommunitycenter a homelessshelter. Thisdoesnotfitwiththeneighborhoodandwouldruinthequietfamilyenvironment. Thankyou, Jessica Montgomery BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-221 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-221 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT DE LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John, enacted on the fifteenth day of December, décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi modifié : A.D. 2014, is amended by: 1. 1. La modification de Plan Map of the City of Saint John, a parcel of de zonage de la ville de Saint John, land having an area of approximately 2.94 permettant de modifier la désignation hectares identified as a part of PID 55246797, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low Rise identifié comme partie de NID Residential (RL). 55246797, de communautaires de quartier (CFN) à Zone résidentielle Immeubles - all as shown on the plan attached - toute les modifications sont hereto and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the fait apposer son sceau communal sur le said City to be affixed to this by-law the X day of présent arrêté le X XXXXXXX 2026, avec les XXXXXXX, A.D. 2026 and signed by: signatures suivantes : Mayor/Mairesse City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X to A an ousingould ermitting rise h p w - e project. transit and dd nd th reflect wider t a a he and t n art of i etworks, taff are p Bayshore s an established s n d a the scale of ound n an f . o as lan p edestrian xisting community p ite The proposed development will based e e required s . surrounding n rise area. nd b - all the established a he expansion of an existing low o site t t wi n ith oad reflect o r w , imilar typology in a low plan s andscaping t f l djacent o aligns would a e utlined g b o se density underutilized u een located b ezonin ilities. andinfrastructure would l r Managemen as is streets, infrastructure, pedestrian networks, and into an fac h ater 400 Lowell Street increase in cess existing W roposed proposedproperty ac p existing neighbourhood. evelopment n directly adjacent to an existing community. By allowing expansion while d TheaTheNeighbourhoodTheutilizecommunitySaferecommending increasedStormprocess. e 400 Lowell Street The proposed rezoning facilitates the neighbourhoodThis increase housing supply within a desirable neighbourhood and incremental Thutilizing existing routes, it will align with the goals of adding density toneighbourhood as identified in the Municipal Plan. Municipal Plan Policy Review Attachment 2: urhood. form perspective but that new and redeveloped land - 88 86 87 - -- The proposed land use is desirable and contributes positively to theneighbourhood;The proposal is compatible with surrounding land uses;The development is in a location where all necessary water andwastewater services, parks and recreation services, schools, publictransit and other community facilities and protective services canreadily and adequately be provided;Site design features that address such matters as safe access, bufferingand landscaping, site grading and stormwater management areincorporated; a.b.c.d. Policy LU Ensure that significant new development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning process where compliance is demonstrated with the following requirements: Municipal Plan PolicyPolicy LU Within the Stable Residential designation, housing of almost every form and density may be found and both the existing neighbourhood context and compatibility with the Municipal Plan goals will determine suitability of new proposals. Other compatible uses that may be found in the Stable Residential designation include convenience stores, home occupations, parks, and community facilities which are permitted in the designation without amendment to the Municipal Plan.Policy LU Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and builtuses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbo . unit - rise typology - standards low a oning z unit dwellings, two - . larger setbacks from the surrounding . All of these conform to conforms to all relevant residential land use policies as established in the and pattern. Municipal Plan the historic As this is an existing lot, and consolidated development, the lot reflects The applicant has proposed The applicant has provided renderings that show the units will be articulated through siding and color This proposal aligns with City’s the applicant has proposed vinyl siding with is reflective of the majority of n/a a./b. c. The surrounding neighbourhood consists of one dwellings, and small apartmentsthat the proposed stacked townhouses development would reflect. d. While these buildings will have longer continuous building fronts than surrounding properties, they do reflect the 3 storey maximum in the wider neighbourhood. e./f. properties and the street to help lessen any impact to neighbours while still maintaining the setback standards of the Zoning bylaw. g. h. surrounding buildings and common across the City for this type of development. e.a. 10 - The local pattern of lots, streets and blocks;The size and configuration of lots; Nearby building types; The height, scale and massing of nearby buildings; The setback of buildings from the street; The pattern of rear and side yard setbacks; Sensitive integration with and enhancement of adjacent heritage properties; and Building materials which contribute to the successful integration of the development into its context. 2 - A high quality exterior building design is provided that is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the Municipal Plan. The proposal is in conformity with the goals, policies and intent of the Municipal Plan and the requirements of all City bylaws; a.b.c.d.e.f.g.h. e. a. Ensure that new development and redevelopment in Stable Areas is designed to respect and reinforce the physical character and uses of the surrounding neighbourhood, having regard for: Policy UD Policy I In considering amendments to the Zoning Bylaw or the imposition of terms and conditions, in addition to all other criteria set out in the various policies of the Municipal Plan, have regard for the following: . community existing infrastructure elevation changes ensure proper density on infrastructure, , connect to City’s serviceable boundary (Primary street the appropriate height, setbacks, parking and Assessment inside zone standards also as defined in the City’s Municipal Plan) and is – The The development will no wetlands have been identified by the provincial development has no concerning is located on an existing lot in an established A traffic study was conducted to confirm traffic impacts. proposed The proposal neighbourhood. and will not have a negative impact on service provision.The zone standards will ensure landscaping buffers. each lot. TheSubdivision and WAWA department. b.c.d. The proposed development is Development Area (PDA) located on a site served by an existing Settlement Patterns Statements of Public Interest SPI 8; - term. - 7 and I - proposed building; Financial inability of the City to absorb costs related to development and ensure efficient delivery of services, as determined through Policy IThe adequacy of central wastewater or water services and storm drainage measures;Adequacy or proximity of school, recreation, or other community facilities;Adequacy of road networks leading to or adjacent to the development; andPotential for negative impacts to designated heritage buildings or areas. Type of use;Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site;Parking;Open storage;Signs; andAny other relevant matter of urban planning. i. i.ii.iii.iv.v.ii.v. iii.iv.vi. The proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason of:consideration; Appropriate controls are placed on any proposed development where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of:The proposed site is suitable in terms of steepness of grade, soil and geological conditions, locations of watercourses, wetlands, and susceptibility of flooding as well as any other relevant environmental vii. b.c.d. SP.1 Promote efficient development and land use patterns that are in the best interests of the Province, local governments and residents of the Province in the long . is also served and neighbourhood , and City services. . s before any development which connects with key neighbourhood and would connect . existing neighbourhood flood zones The , transit routes existing via route 15, , s adjacent to an existing neighbourhood and Given these considerations it conforms to the in an . infrastrcuture site would ha a delineation undertaken to accurately identify transit routes on the West side to the Uptown regulated wetland and watercourse buffer facilities, andcriteria as it is an expansion of an existing land useThis development represents an opportunity to increase housing in an existing neighbourhood.This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable.The proposed development is would utilize existing This policy is not applicable.The development is located to developed pedestrian networks.The proposed any would be permitted. It is outside any This policy is not applicable. Not applicable.Not applicable. by one of the City’s transit linelocations Not applicable. Agriculture Climate Change , including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, backs - SP.2 Promote a range of housing options such as size, type, density and design throughout communities.SP.3 Support the provision of a range of affordable housing options throughout communities. SP.4 Avoid development and land use patterns that may cause environmental or health and safety issues. SP.5 With respect to development that occurs in a community with existing or planned public infrastructure and services, promote development in locations where the public infrastructure and services are or are planned to be available. SP.6 With respect to development that occurs in a community with no existing or planned public infrastructure or services, promote development in locations with previously constructed and actively maintained roads.SP.7 Promote a range of transportation options, including public, regional and active transportation. SP.8 Promote the use of green infrastructure, including climate resilient lands. SP.9 Promote development in downtown areas and urban cores through increased density, infill and brownfield development. AA.1 Identify prime agricultural areas and prioritize them for agricultural uses and other compatible uses. AA.2 Identify current and future areas for fishery use and aquaculture use and prioritize them for those uses and other compatible uses. AA.3 Consider setbetween areas with an agricultural use, fishery use or aquaculture use and areas used for incompatible purposes. infrastructure. a developed neighbourhood with access adjacent to s and connections to city The subject site is located to existing roadNot applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable. Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable. Natural Resources Flood and Natural Hazard Areas backs, including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, - CC.1 Promote energy conservation and efficiency, improved air quality, climate change mitigation and climate change adaptation through development and land use patterns. CC.2 Consider how the siting and design of infrastructure can improve air quality and energy conservation and efficiency, minimize the health and public safety impacts of climate change and increase climate resiliency. FH.1 Identify flood and natural hazard areas using provincial flood hazard mapping, provincial erosion mapping and other resources. FH.2 Promote land use and development in areas other than flood and natural hazard areas.FH.3 Promote land use and development that are not expected to increase the impacts on safety and costs associated with flooding and natural hazards. FH.4 Promote land use and development that incorporate mitigation measures with respect to flooding and natural hazards or that are appropriate for areas subject to natural hazards.NR.4 Consider set COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2026-161 Report DateJuly 24, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaDevelopment and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Revise Section 59 Conditions-151, 155, and 159Sandy Point Road AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorDirectorExecutive LeadCAO Roseann GeorgePankaj NalavdeAmy PoffenrothIan Fogan RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that Common Council: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On June 16, 2026, the Planning Advisory Committee approved an auto body shop with incidental vehicle sales for the properties at 151, 155, and 159 Sandy Point Road, pursuant to §2.8(3) Similar or Compatible Uses in the Saint John Zoning By-Law and §60 of the Community Planning Act. Since the auto body shop use is specifically included in a Section 39/59 condition placed on the record by Council, the condition itself can only be revised by Council. This item serves as a request for Council to approve a revised Section 59 condition which recognizes the June approval by the Planning Advisory Committee of a similar use and ensures the registered Section 59 condition accurately reflects the use authorized by the Planning Advisory Committee. If the use had not been included in a Section 39/59 condition, the matter would have concluded at the PAC level. Only the revision of the Section 59 condition is under consideration by Council. Please note the applicant requested rescinding the Section 59 condition; however, staff believe that a revised condition provides greater enforceability and safeguards for the neighborhood. As a result, the PAC Staff Report and initial evaluation materials contain the term rescinding perthe On June 16, 2026, the PAC provided its written views to Council on the revision of the Section 59 conditions,tions. A copy of the Letter from the PAC Chair is attached for your reference. similar use, three letters in support and one letter in opposition were provided in the PAC packet. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS In 1985, the property was re-designated and rezoned to permit an auto body shop. Conditions were placed on the use. In 2000, the property was re-designated back to residential and rezoned accordingly. The use was limited to an auto body shop via placement of a Section 39/59 condition. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Common Council established five priorities for their 2021-2026 term. Public hearings align with Council.. REPORT On June 16, 2026, the applicant appeared before the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) seeking approval for three related use matters at 155 Sandy Point Road (PID 55150700). Staff observed ended to adjacent properties under the same ownership. As a result, staff included the three properties at 151, 155, and 159 Sandy Point Road (PIDs 55150700, 00023945, and 55150718) in its recommendation to the PAC. Staff identified concerns related to shared or unclear access across adjacent properties; lack of a defined parking layout; and potential reliance on adjacent lots for parking and circulation. Accordingly, staff recommended that approval be conditional on submission of a detailed site plan demonstrating parking supply and layout with 20-meter front setback for vehicles to match adjacent buildings, access arrangements, and site circulation across all affected parcels. on the three properties are set forth in the attached PAC Staff Report. PAC in its written views Following issuance of the PAC Staff Report, additional discussions were held regarding the respective authorities of the Planning Advisory Committee and Council. This report reflects those discussions and is intended to clarify Council's role in revising the Section 59 condition to reflect the similar use previously approved by the Planning Advisory Committee. Service and Financial Outcomes Council holds public hearings and deliberates in public to its actions satisfy both City by-laws and the Community Planning Act related to public participation. Additionally, due to the nature of the similar use approved by the PAC in a residential area, a revised Section 59 condition will help the City to enforce the specified improvements to the property and also safeguard the neighborhood. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person InfrastructureJeremy Clack BuildingPamela Bentley Fire & Emergency ManagementNathanielWatson ParkingJillian Good Public WorksBarbCrawford TrafficJill DeMerchant External Agencies Local Government and EnvironmentWAWA (GNB) Bell Aliant, Liberty Utilities, Rogers, Public Utilities Saint John Energy ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1: PAC Letter Attachment 2: PAC Staff Report Attachment 3: PowerPoint Presentation Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution Property: 151 (PID: 55150718), 155 (PID: 55150700) & 159 Sandy Point Road (PID: 00023945) Public Hearing: July 27, 2026 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment Zoning By-Law No Amendment Other Yes That Common Council revise the Section 59 conditions imposed on the property at 155 Sandy Point Road and expand the Section 59 conditions onto the adjacent properties at 151 and 159; by revising the existing Section 59 conditions that currently restrict the site to an auto body shop, and permitting an additional legal, non-conforming use for incidental vehicle sales, on the condition of submission by the applicant of a detailed site plan demonstrating (1) parking supply and layout with 20-metre front setback for vehicles to match adjacent buildings; (2) access arrangements; and, (3) site circulation across all affected parcels.Ɏ Smallcity,bigheart. Petiteville,grand. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE June24, 2026 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council RE:Section 59 Amendment to revise Section 59 conditions on the propertyat 155 Sandy Point Road Your Worship and Councillors: At its meeting onJune 16, 2026, thePlanning Advisory Committeeconsidered the attached staff report regarding the release of the Section 59 conditions noted above. Atthe public meeting, staff madea presentation. 3lettersinsupport and 1 in oppositionwereprovidedin the packet. The letters are attached. The PACvoted unanimously to recommend approvalto Common Councilas follows: That Common Council revise the Section 59 conditions imposed on the property at 155 Sandy Point Roadand expand the Section 59 conditions onto the adjacent properties at 151 and 159; by revising the existing Section 59 conditions that currently restrict the site to an auto body shop, and permitting an additional legal, non-conforming use for incidental vehicle sales, on the condition of submission by the applicant of a detailed site plan demonstrating(1) parkingsupply and layoutwith 20-metre front setback for vehicles to match adjacent buildings; (2) access arrangements; and, (3) site circulation across all affected parcels. If you have any questions,please contact Ms.Roseann Georgeat Roseann.George@saintjohn.ca. Sincerely Yours, Brad Mitchell, Chair c: Pankaj Nalavde, RPP, MCIP, Director of Community Planning and Housing Roseann George, LEED AP, Planner, Community Planning attachments: Staff Report, dated June11, 2026 Copies of correspondence received P.O.Box1971SaintJohn,NBCanadaE2L4L1 C.P.1971SaintJohn,N.-B.CanadaE2L4L1 SAINTJOHN.CA Report Date:June11, 2026 To:Planning Advisory Committee From: Growth & Community Services MeetingDate:June16, 2026 SUBJECT Applicant:Jack A. W. Long(Lawson Creamer Lawyers) Landowners(s):Randy A. Wood Location: Civic Address:PID:Lot Size: 155 Sandy Point Road551507001838.6m² Plan Designation:Stable Residential Zoning Low-Rise Residential(RL) Application Type:(1) Section 59Amendment Jurisdiction: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its written views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Section 59 conditions of the subject property. Common Council will consider the Committee’s written views at a public hearing on M onday, July 6, 2026. (2) Legal, Non-Conforming Use Section2.8of theZoning By-LawauthorizesthePlanning Advisory Committeeto approve applications related to non- conforming usematters. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The application before the Planning Advisory Committee seeks approval for three related matters concerning the property at 155 Sandy Point Road: 1.Revising theexisting Section 59 conditions that currently restrict the site to an auto body shop; 2.Recognizingcontinuation of the existing auto body shop as a legal non-conforming use; and Page 1of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 3.Permitting an additional legal non-conforming use for incidental vehicle sales. Although submitted as a single application, each component has been evaluated on its own merit. The existing auto body shop has long-standing approval. The proposed incidental vehicle sales use is considered compatible with the existing use, subject to limitations. Staff also note that site functionality (including access and parking) appears to extend onto adjacent properties under the same ownership, and therefore these lands should be considered as part of any comprehensive site review. RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Advisory Committee consider: • Approval of the continuation of the auto body shop use as a legal non-conforming use; • Approval of incidental vehicle sales as a similar legal non-conforming use; and • A recommendation to Common Council to revise the existing Section 59 conditions; • Subject to submission of a schematic site plan addressing access, parking, and site layout. DECISION HISTORY The subject site has a long history of site-specific planning controls tied to the operation of an auto body shop. • In 1985, the property was redesignated and rezoned to permit an auto body shop, with conditions restricting its use accordingly. • In 2000, the property was redesignated back to a residential designation and rezoned accordingly, again subject to conditions limiting use to an auto body shop. • Subsequent approvals, including a building permit for an addition, maintained this restriction. These decisions have resulted in the current legal non-conforming status of the use. ANALYSIS 1. Proposal The applicant is seeking approval for three components: 1. Rescinding the Section 59 conditions; 2. Recognizing continuation of the existing legal non-conforming auto body shop; and 3. Introducing incidental vehicle sales as an additional legal non-conforming use. While the application is limited to 155 Sandy Point Road, staff note that access and parking may extend onto 151 Sandy Point Road and 159 Sandy Point Road, which are under common ownership. Page 2 of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 2. Site and Neighbourhood The subject property is located within the Primary Development Area and is serviced by municipal infrastructure. The surrounding area is characterized by low-rise residential development and is zoned Low-Rise Residential (RL). The existing use operates within a predominantly residential neighbourhood, with site conditions including elevation differences and an outdoor storage area. 3. Section 59 Conditions The current Section 59 conditions restrict the site to an auto body shop use. Rescinding these conditions would allow the site to be governed by the underlying RL zoning framework. Staff do not support this change, which would only leave the Zoning By-law and applicable development standards as the protections against expansion. Staff recommend revising the Section 59 to address the request. 4. Continuation of Legal Non-Conforming Use The existing auto body shop is not permitted in the RL zone but is recognized as a legal non- conforming use due to historic approvals. Staff support its continuation, as it has been long established and previously endorsed by both PAC and Common Council. 5. Additional Non-Conforming Use – Incidental Vehicle Sales The applicant proposes to introduce incidental vehicle sales as an additional non-conforming use. While not permitted in the RL zone, the use is: • Limited in scale (incidental to the primary use), and • Functionally similar to the existing vehicle-oriented use on the site. Staff agree this is a compatible extension of the existing use, provided it remains incidental in nature. 6. Site Functionality (Access and Parking) Staff have identified concerns related to: • Shared or unclear access across adjacent properties; • Lack of a defined parking layout; and • Potential reliance on adjacent lots for parking and circulation. As no site plan was submitted, staff are unable to fully assess compliance with zoning requirements. Page 3 of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 Accordingly, staff recommend that approval be conditional on submission of a detailed site plan demonstrating: • Parking supply and layout with 20-meter front setback for vehicles to match adjacent buildings; • Access arrangements; and, • Site circulation across all affected parcels. Plan and Policy Alignment Municipal Plan The site is designated Stable Residential, where vehicular-oriented uses are generally discouraged. While the proposal does not align with this direction, staff note that: • The existing use is already established; and • The proposed additional use is limited and similar in nature. Zoning The property is zoned RL (Low-Rise Residential), which does not permit auto body shops or vehicle sales. Both uses are considered only through their status as legal non-conforming uses. Parking Requirements Indicative parking requirements include: • Auto body shop: 5 spaces per service bay; • Incidental vehicle sales: 1 space per inventory vehicle. A detailed site plan is required to demonstrate compliance. Statements of Public Interest (SPIs) The proposed rescinding of the Section 59 conditions aligns with the general intent of the Provincial Statements of Public Interest, as it supports the use of an existing developed site that is serviced by Municipal infrastructure. A policy analysis for the site is included as Attachment 3. Service Area Review Internal Service Areas Feedback Infrastructure No concerns. Any future building permit application for commercial development of this site must be provided with a storm drainage submission prepared by a professional engineer in accordance with the Drainage By-law. Page 4 of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 Internal Service Areas Feedback Building Building is already established as an F2 (medium industrial hazard use). Adding vehicle sales (incidental) would not change the use and therefore, not require a building permit, unless applicant intends to do internal/external work as part of this request to sell vehicles. Fire & Emergency Management The proponent should be advised that significant business operations in automotive sales may dictate increased requirements for fire and life safety. The existing access for emergency vehicles would be sufficient to support the incidental function of automotive sales. However, there is a possibility for increased traffic on site, or public roads the proponent should consider establishing a fire lane for the support of emergency operations. The existing infrastructure for fire suppression activities may not be sufficient due to hydrant spacing. Consideration should be given to the status of the existing water supply for firefighting operations and potential for upgrading or supplementing the existing infrastructure. proponent must prepare and submit to the Saint John Fire Department a Fire Safety Plan for the operation and care of the building, its systems, and occupants. Detailed analysis provided by SJFD (Appendix: Attachment). Parking (Public Works and Without the site plan to provide the information Transportation)Planning has provided regarding the parking requirements, Parking cannot sign off in support or against. Waste (Public Works and Transportation) No concerns. Traffic (Public Works and Transportation) No concerns. GISNo concerns. External Agencies Rogers CommunicationsNo concerns. Liberty UtilitiesNo concerns. Bell AliantNo concerns. Saint John EnergyNo concerns. Page 5 of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 Internal Service Areas Feedback WAWA No concerns. WAWA Reference Map does not indicate the presence of any watercourse or wetland in or within 30 metres of PID 55150700 or neighbouring PIDs that may be used for access. it is the landowner’s responsibility to ensure no alteration occurs in or within 30 metres of a watercourse or wetland (defined as per the definitions) without a Watercourse and Wetland Alteration (WAWA) Permit. The application was circulated to Internal Service Areas and External Agencies for review and feedback. Conclusion The application represents a formalization and modest expansion of an existing long-standing use. While there are policy considerations related to introducing additional vehicle-oriented activity in a residential designation, staff are satisfied that: • The existing use is established and appropriate to continue; • The proposed additional use is limited and compatible; and • Outstanding technical matters can be addressed through site plan submission. Recommendation That the Planning Advisory Committee: 1. Revise the Section 59 conditions imposed on the property at 155 Sandy Point Road and expand the Section 59 conditions onto the adjacent properties at 151 and 159; And, that Planning Advisory Committee consider including its written views to Common Council: 2. Approve the continuation of the auto body shop as a legal non-conforming use; and 3. Approve the introduction of incidental vehicle sales as a similar legal non-conforming use. On the condition of submission by the applicant of a detailed site plan demonstrating: • Parking supply and layout with 20-meter front setback for vehicles to match adjacent buildings; • Access arrangements; and, • Site circulation across all affected parcels. Page 6 of 7 Jack A. W. Long155 Sandy PointRoadJune 11, 2026 ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were assessed or considered. ENGAGEMENT In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property. As of the date of this report, three letters were received in support, and one letter was received in opposition to the application. The property owner undertook engagement with neighbouring property owners within a 100-metre radius via physical delivery and letters left in mailboxes. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Manager DirectorCommissioner Bill Mackey RPP, MCIP Pankaj Nalavde RPP, MCIP Amy Poffenroth P.Eng.,MBA Contact: Roseann George Telephone: (506) 639-6376 Email: Roseann.George@saintjohn.ca Application: 25-0222 APPENDIX Map 1: City and Aerial Context Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Attachment 1: Comments from SJFD Attachment 2: Site Photography Attachment 3: Policy Review Attachment 4: References/Citations Attachment 5: Letters/Comments Received Submission 1: Applicant Engagement Page 7 of 7 Small city, big heart. Petiteville,grand. Nbz39-!3137 Sptfboo!Hfpshf Hspxui!boe!Dpnnvojuz!Tfswjdft! 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All the same, Other compatible uses that may be found the proposed use, vehicle sales, incidental, in the Stable Residential designation will not be a auto sales include convenience stores, home business, and will be similar to the existing occupations, parks, and community vehicular-oriented, auto body shop use on facilities which are permitted in the the site. designation without amendment to the Municipal Plan. Thesubject site is an existing developed property that is zoned Low-Rise Residential (RL). The site has been used for commercial uses for over a decade, which were formalized through rezoning processes and Section 59 amendments by PAC and Council. Section 59 conditions were established, which limits the use of the site purely to a vehicle body shop. By amending the Section 59 conditions, it will enable the site to be used for another non-conforming vehicular oriented incidental use. Policy LU-87 Intend that the areas designated Stable The proposed land use, though non- Residential will evolve over time from a conforming, will reinforce the vehicular land use and built-form perspective but oriented character that is already that new and redeveloped land uses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution attributed to the existing site, which to the neighbourhood.operates as an auto body shop. The site is located on an urban collector- community road/primary corridor, Sandy Point Road, which includes a sidewalk on the western portion of the street. The location provides vehicle and pedestrian connectivity to the broader area. The site is also served by Saint John Transit through its location on bus routes and proximity to bus stops. The site contains an existing building that is serviced by municipal water and sanitary infrastructure. Any change of use or site development will be subject to the standards of the Zoning By-Law including parking and landscaping. Policy LU-88 Not applicable, as rezoning is not being considered. and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning process where compliance is demonstrated with the following requirements: a. The proposed land use is desirable and contributes positively to the neighbourhood; b. The proposal is compatible with surrounding land uses; c. The development is in a location where all necessary water and wastewater services, parks and recreation services, schools, public transit and other community facilities and protective services can readily and adequately be provided; d. Site design features that address such landscaping, site grading and stormwater management are incorporated; e. A high quality exterior building design is provided that is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the Municipal Plan; and as a Corridor on the City Structure map (Schedule A) or does not detract from the City’s intention to direct the majority of new residential development Statements of Public Interest SPIAssessment Settlement Patterns SP.1 PromoteThe subject site is a developed property, land use patterns that are in the best served by municipal infrastructure, and is interests of the Province, local governments within the Primary Development Area.The and residents of the Province in the long-commercial property is located on an urban term.collector-community road/primary corridor, Sandy Point Road,in an urban area of the City. Through the amending of the Section 59 Conditions, it will enable the site to be utilized for another similar, compatible use, which is vehicle sales, incidental, to the existing non-conforming use, the auto body use. SP.2 Promote a range of housing options Not applicable. such as size, type, density and design throughout communities. SP.3 Support the provision of a range of Not applicable. communities. SP.4 Avoid development and land use Not applicable. patterns that may cause environmental or health and safety issues. SP.5 With respect to development that Thesubject site is an existing lot that is occurs in a community with existing or located on a urban collector - community planned public infrastructure and services, road/primary corridor, Sandy Point Road, and promote development in locations where utilizes municipalwater and sanitary the public infrastructure and services are or infrastructure. The site is also serviced by are planned to be available. municipal services includingpublic transit. SP.6 With respect to development that Not applicable. occurs in a community with no existing or planned public infrastructure or services, promote development in locations with previously constructed and actively maintained roads. SP.7 Promote a range of transportation The subject site islocated on an urban options, including public, regional and active collector - communityroad/primary road, transportation. Sandy Point Road. The road was developed witha sidewalkon the western side of the street, that connects to the broader active transportation network. The siteisalsoservedby the City’s public transit system. SP.8 Promote the use of green infrastructure, Not applicable. including climate resilient lands. SP.9 Promote development in downtown The subject site isan existing developed areas and urban cores through increased lot located in the City’s Primary Development Area. Agriculture AA.1 Identify prime agricultural areas and Not applicable. prioritize them for agricultural uses and other compatible uses. AA.2 Identify current and future areas for Not applicable. prioritize them for those uses and other compatible uses. AA.3 Consider set-backs, including Not applicable. reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, between aquaculture use and areas used for incompatible purposes. Climate Change CC.1 Promote energy conservation and Not applicable. change mitigation and climate change adaptation through development and land use patterns. CC.2 Consider how the siting and design of Not applicable. infrastructure can improve air quality and minimize the health and public safety impacts of climate change and increase climate resiliency. Flood and Natural Hazard Areas Not applicable. provincial erosion mapping and other resources. FH.2 Promote land use and development in Not applicable. areas. FH.3 Promote land use and development Not applicable. that are not expected to increase the impacts on safety and costs associated with FH.4 Promote land use and development Not applicable. that incorporate mitigation measures with that are appropriate for areas subject to natural hazards. Natural Resources NR.1 Identify natural resource development Not applicable. areas and environmentally sensitive areas. NR.2 Prioritize natural resource Not applicable. development areas for natural resource extraction and development. NR.3 Prioritize environmentally sensitive Not applicable. areas for conservation and protection. NR.4 Consider set-backs, including Not applicable. reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, between natural resource development areas or environmentally sensitive areas and areas used for incompatible purposes. Ðhousehold contractor serviceÑ means an establishment that provides electrical, heating, painting, plumbing, or similar small-scale contractor service primarily to individual households, and includes the accessory sale of goods provided all materials are kept within an enclosed building and there is no manufacturing involved. Ðhousehold service and repairÑ means an establishment where household items such as furniture, electronic equipment, or appliances are repaired or serviced, and may include the ancillary sale of products associated with the service provided, however, this use does not include services that require the use of solvents or industrial processes. ÐHydrogen ManufacturingÑ means a heavy industrial use involving the generation, storage, and distribution of hydrogen. The use may include associated infrastructure such as compression systems, storage vessels, and ancillary support buildings, but does not include retail sales or on- site consumption. \[2025, C.P. 111-196\] Ðilluminated signÑ means a sign lighted from within the sign structure or by a light shining externally upon the sign, but does not include a sign that is intermittently illuminated. Ðincidental vehicle salesÑ means the sale of up to five vehicles on a developed site that is accessory or incidental to a permitted main use. Ðindustrial service and repairÑ means an establishment where equipment, machines or goods, but not including motor vehicles, are repaired, serviced, or maintained, and may include the ancillary sale of products associated with the service provided. Ðindustrial zoneÑ means any zone denoted in this By-law as: Light Industrial (IL), Medium Industrial (IM), Heavy Industrial (IH), Pit and Quarry (PQ), Transportation (T), Utility Service (US), or Utility Service Landfill (USL). Ðinstructional serviceÑ means an establishment where instruction or training in an art, hobby, sport, or other recreational activity is provided including, but not limited to, visual arts, crafts, dance, martial arts, or music. Ðintensification areaÑ means the area within the Primary Development Area intended to develop with the highest concentration of land uses in the City as defined by the Municipal Development Plan and depicted on the Future Land Use Map (Schedule B) of the Plan. Ðinterior lotÑ means a lot other than a corner lot. Ðintermittently illuminated signÑ means a lighted sign where the sign copy is displayed at intervals, including, but not limited to, electronic or digital signs. Ðinterpretation centreÑ means an establishment to communicate to public the meaning or significance of an area, feature, settlement, or site concerning its cultural, historic, natural, or social importance for a non-commercial purpose. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Part 3: Definitions Page | 30 ÐnacelleÑ means a component of a wind turbine that houses its generating components including, but not limited to, the gearbox, generator, drive train, and brake assembly. \[2019, C.P. 111- 82\] Ðneighbourhood day careÑ means any secondary use where the occupant provides care and supervision for six to 15 children as regulated by the Family Services Act or the Early Childhood Services Act. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Ðneighbourhood identification signÑ means a ground sign that identifies a residential neighbourhood or subdivision. ÐnightclubÑ means an establishment where entertainment is provided in the form of a dance floor, stage, live performance, or recorded music and includes the sale and consumption of alcohol to the public but where minors are not permitted on the premises unless accompanied by a legal guardian. A nightclub may also include the sale and consumption of food to the public. ÐnitÑ means a unit of illuminative brightness equal to one candela for each square metre measured perpendicular to the rays of the source. Ðnon-conforming useÑ means a use of any land, building, or structure that is not permitted by this By-law but allowed to continue if such use legally existed on the day this By-law was enacted. Ðone-unit dwellingÑ means a detached dwelling containing one dwelling unit or one dwelling unit with a secondary suite, but does not include a mobile or mini-home, motor home, or travel trailer. Ðon-site sewage disposal systemÑ means a septic tank with a subsurface disposal field, or all other such systems that are not connected to a wastewater treatment facility approved by the Minister of Environment and Local Government under the Clean Water Act. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Ðother zoneÑ means any zone denoted in this By-law as Park (P), Environmental Protection (EP), Integrated Development (ID), Future Development (FD), Rural (RU), Green Energy (GE), or a Special Zone. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\], \[2019, C.P. 111-82\] Ðoutdoor display areaÑ means an area for the display of retail goods or materials intended for the immediate sale to the public that is situated outside of a building. Ðoutdoor storageÑ means the storage of equipment, goods, inventory, materials, merchandise, or other items by locating them on a lot outside of a building, but does not include the storage of garbage, or the display of goods for sale to the public from a commercial business on the same lot. Ðpark or playgroundÑ means a lot or parcel of land containing a public park or playground for a non-commercial purpose. \[2016, C.P. 111-35\] Part 3: Definitions Page | 37 10.4Low-Rise Residential (RL)Zone Municipal Plan Context The Low-Rise Residential (RL)zone intended to accommodate a range of ground-oriented, lower-density residential development in a variety of housing forms including one-unit, semi- detached, duplexes,townhouses, stacked townhouses, and small-scale apartments. This zone allows for larger multi-building developments in clusters, consisting of several low- rise buildings with ground-oriented entrances. The Low-Rise Residential (RL) zoneis intended for serviced land inside the Primary Development Area that isdesignated Low Density Residential or Stable Residential. However, land in other appropriate designations could bezoned RL. \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 10.4(1)Permitted Uses Any land, building,or structure may be used for the purposesof, and for no other purpose than, the following: Bed andBreakfast, subject to section9.2; Day Care, Home, subject to paragraph9.5(a); Day Care, Neighbourhood, subject to paragraph9.5(b); Dwelling Group; Dwelling, Cluster Townhouse;\[2025, C.P. 111-183\] Dwelling, Multiple;\[2025, C.P. 111-183\] Dwelling, One-Unit; Dwelling, Semi-Detached; Dwelling, Townhouse;\[2025, C.P. 111-183\] Dwelling, Two-Unit; Garden Suite, subject to section9.8; Home Occupation, subject to section9.9; Secondary Suite, subject to section9.13; Supportive Facility Îminor; \[2023, C.P. 111-150\] Supportive Housing, subject to section9.14; The existing use described in Schedule E: Exceptions, of each lot respectively, identified therein as being located in the RL zone. Part 10: Residential Zones ÎLow-Rise Residential (RL) ZonePage| 127 10.4(2) Zone Standards (a) Minimum Lot Area: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] \[2025, C.P. 111-211\] One-Unit Dwelling, Two-Unit Dwelling, or 225 square metres Semi-Detached Dwelling Dwelling Group/Cluster Townhouse, per unit 75 square metres Multiple Dwelling, per unit 75 Square metres Townhouse Dwelling For each Dwelling Unit therein 140 square metres (b) Minimum Lot Frontage: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] One-Unit Dwelling, Two-Unit Dwelling, or 7.5 metres Semi-Detached Dwelling Multiple Dwelling 15 metres Townhouse Dwelling for each Dwelling Unit 5 metres (c) Minimum Lot Depth \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 25 metres (d) Minimum Front Yard \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 4.5 metres \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] (e) (f) Minimum Rear Yard 6 metres (g) Minimum Side Yard: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] Multiple or Townhouse Dwelling 2.4 metres, if an entrance to a dwelling unit is 1.2 metres, or being accessed through the side yard (h) Minimum Flankage Yard \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 2.4 metres \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] (i) \[Repealed: 2022, C.P. 111-142\] (j) (k) \[Repealed: 2025, C.P. 111-183\] storeys, or maximum (l) Maximum Building Height: \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 3 11 metres Part 10: Residential Zones Î Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone Page | 128 (m) Maximum Lot Occupancy \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] 60 percent of lot area (n) Other Requirements In accordance with the General Provisions, Parts 4-9 10.4(3) Additional Zone Standards \[2025, C.P. 111-183\] (a) The zone shall permit up to four units on all fee-simple lots. (b) Lots within the Urban Neighbourhood Intensification Area, as defined in the Municipal Plan, and all properties identified in Schedule J, shall permit up to six units. (c) Lots within the Primary Development Area that lack municipal servicing shall be limited to a single dwelling unit, with the option for one secondary or garden suite. However, unserviced lots supported by private communal servicing may accommodate more than one unit, at the discretion of the Development Officer. (d) Lots outside the Primary Development Area, when supported by private communal servicing, may allow more than one unit, subject to the discretion of the Development Officer. (e) Large-scale development in the form of multiple dwellings, dwelling groups, townhouses, or cluster townhouses may exceed the unit count in paragraphs 10.4(3)(a) and (b) provided that: \[2025, C.P. 111-202\] (i) The minimum lot area is 800m2 with 140m2 per unit; and (ii) The development meets all other Low-Rise Residential (RL) zone standards established in subsections 10.4(2) and 10.4(3). (f) Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements set out in section 4. (g) Landscaping and amenity space shall comply with the standards specified in section 6. (h) Site design shall adhere to the provisions outlined in section 9.23. (i) Townhouses and stacked townhouses shall conform to the regulations specified in section 9.24. (j) If a Garden Suite is located in the rear yard and does not have frontage onto a public or private street, the main dwelling must have a side yard setback of 3 metres. Part 10: Residential Zones Î Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone Page | 129 From:George, Roseann To:Mattson, Yeva Subject:RE: Application No. 25-0222/(1) & (2)/PID 55150700 | Comments Received (155 Sandy Point Road) Date:June 8, 2026 1:26:00 PM Attachments:image004.png Dear Yeva, Thank you for sending this email across. Warm regards, Roseann From: Mattson, Yeva <Yeva.Mattson@saintjohn.ca> Sent: June 8, 2026 11:52 AM To: George, Roseann <Roseann.George@saintjohn.ca> Subject: FW: Application No. 25-0222/(1) & (2)/PID 55150700 Yeva Mattson, RPP, MCIP Planner / Urbaniste Community Planning / Service D’Urbanisme Growth and Community Services / Service de la croissance et de la communauté City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Cell / Cellulaire: (506) 721-8453 Website|Facebook|Shape Your City|Instagram From: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Sent: June 8, 2026 11:42 AM To: Mattson, Yeva <Yeva.Mattson@saintjohn.ca> Subject: FW: Application No. 25-0222/(1) & (2)/PID 55150700 Colleen O’Connor, BA, BBA Administrative Assistant /Adjointe Administrative One Stop Development Shop / Guichet unique pour l’aménagement City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John Office / Bureau: (506) 658-4067 Website|Facebook| Shape Your City|Instagram My flexible workweek is Monday – Thursday. From: Margaret Logan <> Sent: June 6, 2026 10:31 AM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Application No. 25-0222/(1) & (2)/PID 55150700 You don't often get email from ddglennlogan@gmail.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\]**Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** In response to your recent request for our comments, we have been residents of the area for 30+ years and have absolutely no problem with the application for the 2 proposals. This business has never been any problem for our area and we would love to see it expand as it brings employment to the City of Saint John. Thanks Margaret & Glenn Logan COUNCIL NOTICE OF MOTION Received DateJuly 7, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Open or ClosedOpen Session Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Damage to City Monuments and Cenotaph Primary AuthorInput from CouncilInput from Staff Councillor Merrithew PROPOSED MOTION: , and report back to Council with an estimated budget required to restore and remediate these assets. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: destination for residents and visitors, while the Cenotaph is aplace of remembrance for those who gave their lives in service to Canada. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES: INPUT FROM OTHERS: ATTACHMENTS Photographs /haaL99 hC I9 Ih\[9ht9bw9thw M&C No.2026-170 Report DateJuly 02, 2026 Meeting DateJuly 27, 2026 Service AreaPeople and Systems Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT:Disability Management Occupational Medical Advisor Services EXECUTIVE SUMMARYOF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL The City of Saint John is committed to supporting employee health and well-being through its established Disability Management (Return toWork) Programs, which assist employees recovering from both work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses. These programs serve all employee groups, including Outside Workers, Inside Workers, Firefighters, Non-Union Employees, Management and Professional Staff. To enhance the effectiveness of these programs, the City issued RFP 2025-092201P seeking an experienced provider of Occupational Medical Advisor services. Following a competitive procurement process, Dallas Mercer Consulting was identified as the preferred proponent. Dallas Mercer Consulting. COUNCIL RESOLUTION That the City enter into a Consulting Agreement with Dallas Mercer Consulting, generally in the form attached to M&C 2026-170, for the purpose of engaging the services of an Occupational Consulting Agreement and any other documents ancillary thereto.