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October 8, 2026
# ENU welcomes opportunity to reset Edmonton zoning and bring residents into the
process
EDMONTON — Edmonton Neighbourhoods United (ENU) welcomes the provincial
government’s announcement of a pause in Edmonton’s current zoning bylaw, with the City
required to bring forward a revised version for approval.
ENU sees this as an opportunity to address residents’ concerns and develop a more
responsive approach to infill through meaningful community engagement.
“Residents have been asking to be heard about changes that directly affect their homes,
streets and neighbourhoods,” said Dallas Moravic with ENU. “This creates an opportunity to
listen carefully, learn from what residents are experiencing and bring that knowledge into a
revised bylaw.”
ENU welcomes the opportunity to work constructively with the City of Edmonton. Through its
neighbourhood networks, the organization can help bring forward the perspectives and lived
experience of residents who have participated in meetings, written letters, attended rallies and
shared their concerns.
“We would welcome an invitation from the City to help engage the residents we represent,”
said Moravic. “Their experience can help identify where the current approach is falling short
and what practical changes would make a difference. We want that engagement to help shape
the revised bylaw while changes are still being considered.”
ENU supports responsible housing growth that accounts for neighbourhood conditions,
infrastructure, safety and effective enforcement. The organization is calling for a clear,
accessible engagement process during the three-month period, with opportunities for residents
to contribute and understand how their input informs the proposed changes.
Today’s announcement follows sustained citizen advocacy, including ENU’s two successive
weekends of rallies and also through the work of several local groups including but not limited
to, Residential Infill Working Group (RIWG), Better Infill, Save Yet, and the Infill Action
Campaign’s letter-writing effort. ENU thanks the residents, hundreds of volunteers and
community groups who have brought neighbourhood concerns into the public conversation.
ENU is an independent, nonpartisan community organization. Its advocacy is driven by
residents’ concerns, and its participation in today’s announcement does not constitute an
endorsement of any political party.
“We welcome action that responds to residents, regardless of which level of government takes
it,” said Moravec. “Our focus now is on the work ahead: helping create a revised bylaw that
supports housing growth, responds to neighbourhood experience and earns public
confidence.”
ENU will review the implementation details and provide further information to its members as
the process develops.
About Edmonton Neighbourhoods UnitedEdmonton Neighbourhoods United is an independent, nonpartisan community advocacy
organization bringing residents’ perspectives on infill and neighbourhood planning into public
decision-making.
Media contact
Dallas Moravic
Edmonton Neighbourhoods United
780 707 7192
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Council and Administration would like to hear from YOU!!
The City is currently building the 2027-2030 budget. City Administration will share the recommended budget this fall, and Council will debate and decide on the budget in December. But first, Council and Administration would like to hear from YOU. This is Your opportunty to let Council know how you feel about the projects and services you are receiving for your taxes. Please take the time to let Council know your thoughts.
BUDGET ENGAGEMENT
The following is a link to the City's 2027 - 2030 Budget Engagement page. From March 23 to May 1, you are invited to share your feedback for the 2027-2030 budget. The main ways you can share your thoughts with us are:
Use the Balance the Budget Tool: Dig into this year’s operating budget and show us what changes you would make.
Take the What Matters to You Survey: Tell us your priorities for City services and construction projects, and your preferences on property taxes and user fees.
Attend a drop-in engagement session in your ward in April (in-person) . Please find the dates for the meeting in your ward on the right hand side of the page.
YOUTUBE PRESENTATIONS
If you would like any additional information, Edmonton City Council can be viewed on YouTube. The following links are to the live Department Presentations and Council Q&A.
March 5, 2026 - Special City Council
Presentations begin at 9:40 on the time clock in bottom left corner
March 13, 2026 - Special City Council - Continuation
Presentations begin at 9:34 on the time clock in bottom left corner
March 25, 2026 - Special City Council
Presentations begin at 9:33 on the time clock in bottom left corner
March 24, 2026 - Special City Council
Presentations begin at 9:33 on the time clock in bottom left corner
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
Council has just finished special presentations from all departments regarding budgets, staffing, services, user fees etc. Each department’s presentation can be found here:
Please hit the link below: Go to #3: Public Reports - under each departments you will find a link (paperclip) to click. When the attachments come up please select the PRESENTATION attachment.
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We are a grassroots movement formed by concerned residents, planners, and community leaders. Our mission is simple: protect the character and livability of Edmonton’s mature neighbourhoods by restoring public voice to the City of Edmonton to create positive and sustainable growth for our neighbourhoods.
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