City Concludes Land Use Policy Review in support of the Employment Land Strategy

The City of Greater Sudbury has completed a review of its land use policy framework for commercial and industrial development. As part of this process, updates to the  Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan are now in place to support economic growth and development in the City of Greater Sudbury.

Throughout the review process, residents were invited to provide feedback regarding possible improvements or challenges through online surveys and in-person public hearings. Public input was considered and incorporated where possible.

The adjustments made to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan focus on increasing land available for development, reducing and simplifying parking requirements, addressing site design barriers, enabling easier reuse of existing buildings, and expanding opportunities for home-based businesses.

These changes will make it easier for Greater Sudbury residents to start or grow local businesses, supporting a strong and vibrant local economy across Greater Sudbury.

More information is available on the City’s Employment Land Strategy website.

About the Employment Land Strategy

In August 2022, Council approved the Employment Land Strategy to foster economic growth and support a diversified economy for Greater Sudbury’s future. Employment land refers to areas that are designated for economic activity, rather than residential use. The strategy will ensure that the City is well positioned to respond to employment land needs by considering future trends, projected demand, land supply, municipal services, incentives and other tools to support future growth and economic changes.

The Employment Land Strategy links planning, infrastructure and economic development to ensure that the City has an adequate supply of serviced employment land, and policy and incentive frameworks in place to stimulate investment, development and job creation.