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Heritage By-Law

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During the Envision St. John’s review of the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations, staff recognized that a Heritage By-Law would provide better protection of built heritage. A by-law derives its authority from the City of St. John’s Act, which has specific provisions for built heritage, whereas the Urban and Rural Planning Act is silent on built heritage. The City Act provides a more secure foundation for heritage protection.

The draft Heritage By-Law is presented for public review and comment. Following public consultation, feedback will be brought back to Council for consideration. The approval of the Heritage By-Law will be coordinated with the approval of Envision St. John’s to avoid any gap in heritage regulations. Check out the FAQs for additions to the bylaw. Use the forum tools below to provide feedback or sign up for a virtual meeting.

During the Envision St. John’s review of the Municipal Plan and Development Regulations, staff recognized that a Heritage By-Law would provide better protection of built heritage. A by-law derives its authority from the City of St. John’s Act, which has specific provisions for built heritage, whereas the Urban and Rural Planning Act is silent on built heritage. The City Act provides a more secure foundation for heritage protection.

The draft Heritage By-Law is presented for public review and comment. Following public consultation, feedback will be brought back to Council for consideration. The approval of the Heritage By-Law will be coordinated with the approval of Envision St. John’s to avoid any gap in heritage regulations. Check out the FAQs for additions to the bylaw. Use the forum tools below to provide feedback or sign up for a virtual meeting.

Consultation has concluded

Review the Frequently Asked Questions. Can't find what you are looking for? Ask it here and a staff member will get back to you soon. 

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    Why isn’t more more of the downtown included in this?

    Roderickivany asked over 2 years ago

    Thanks for your interest in the Heritage By-Law.  The existing designated heritage areas of the City cover most all of downtown St. John’s from the harbour to Empire Avenue, and from the Battery and Signal Hill area to Leslie Street.  There are some gaps in some neighbourhoods.  Area there specific areas that you have in mind? Please feel free to reach out through engage@stjohns.ca.

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  • Share Are St. Bon's School and the Basilica Palace building heritage buildings? on Facebook Share Are St. Bon's School and the Basilica Palace building heritage buildings? on Twitter Share Are St. Bon's School and the Basilica Palace building heritage buildings? on Linkedin Email Are St. Bon's School and the Basilica Palace building heritage buildings? link

    Are St. Bon's School and the Basilica Palace building heritage buildings?

    Pat Royle asked about 3 years ago

    Neither St. Bonaventure’s College nor the Basilica Palace are designated by the City as Heritage Buildings.  A full list of City of St. John’s Heritage Buildings can be found here. For information about the process of designation, check out the website.


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