Rezoning

What Is Zoning?

Every property in The RM of Hanover is legally assigned to a zoning category, which specifies the types of buildings allowed, the type of activities that can take place on that property, the maximum size of buildings, plus other requirements.

The purpose of zoning is to regulate the development and use of each property. This is to ensure that specific types of land uses (e.g., industrial) are in appropriate areas and the types of buildings or land uses on one property will not be detrimental to surrounding properties. RM of Hanover has a number of different zones that regulate properties for residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural or other land uses. 

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What Is Rezoning?

Rezoning is the process of legally changing the zoning category of a parcel of land before any development takes place on a property, such as constructing a building. The owner of the property has to check the RM of Hanover Development Plan regarding the current land use designation and the existing zoning regulations. If the proposed development is not permitted by the existing zoning, the property owner must apply to the RM of Hanover for a change in the zoning category of the property. A Development Plan Amendment may also be required.