February 27th, 2024

The City has shared an update on the uptake and initial response to Missing Middle/Multiplex options in the new R1-1 Residential Inclusive zone. Since applications started being accepted in mid-November 2023, 40 R1-1 multiplex development permit applications were received to the end of January 2024. The applications reflect a range of building configurations, unit counts (lot sizes) and locations throughout the city, with the majority being courtyard (front and rear buildings) and above-grade (no basement) designs.

City staff expect the first development permit applications will begin to receive approval-in-principle (prior-to) letters and be able to proceed with building permit applications in mid-to late February, and that most will have only a few minor conditions to address before the permit can be issued. City staff will continue to monitor and explore potential adjustments to enhance processing efficiency. These results represent strong initial uptake, and suggest that the regulations are achieving objectives around clarity, simplicity and flexibility.