A City-Wide Petition to Restore Accountability in Edmonton’s Zoning
We, the undersigned residents, taxpayers, and stakeholders of Edmonton, call on City Council to take immediate action to address the failures of Zoning Bylaw 20001, its district plans, and associated policies.
We support responsible urban growth—but blanket rezoning without meaningful public consultation is unacceptable. The current approach undermines neighbourhood character, strains infrastructure, and erodes public trust.
This is not opposition to development. It is a stand against poor governance, rushed policies, and irreversible changes made without community consent.
We're building a City-Wide Movement.
This is not a formal petition under the MGA—this is a collective call for accountability.
Our greatest power is the power of many voices joined together. Edmonton Neighbourhoods United is a citizen-led coalition working across communities to amplify those voices into a call for change that cannot be ignored.
OUR CALL TO ACTION
We urge City Council to adopt a two-stage solution:
PHASE ONE: Immediate Actions
- Rescind the newly adopted district plans and associated policies.
-
Amend Zoning Bylaw 20001 to:
- Reinstate key protections, including provisions from the former Mature Neighbourhood Overlay (MNO).
- Limit densification to four units per lot in established neighbourhoods.
- Reduce building heights to reflect community scale.
PHASE TWO: Over the Next 2-3 Years
- Rethink zoning and land use through genuine neighbourhood engagement and independent urban planning expertise.
- Redo district plans and bylaws with transparency, community-driven solutions, and alignment with infrastructure realities.
- Review and update the City Plan to reflect current conditions, using targeted Area Redevelopment Plans (ARPs) where appropriate.
WHY THIS MATTERS
- Edmontonians were not properly consulted—major decisions were pushed through during COVID-19.
- Developer interests were prioritized over citizens’ rights and neighbourhood stability.
- Blanket densification ignores smarter growth options like Blatchford and commercial hubs.
- Growth without consent is not progress—it’s overreach.
SIGN TO DEMAND RESPONSIBLE ACTION
Together, we can ensure Edmonton grows with its people—not against them.
⚠️ EDMONTONIANS DESERVE A SAY IN THEIR CITY’S FUTURE. JOIN US.By submitting my information, I hereby consent to be contacted regarding updates related to this petition and civic engagement efforts. I further authorize the use of my name, email address, and neighborhood in communications with elected officials, municipal departments, and relevant decision-makers for the purposes of advocating for policy review and public consultation. My information will not be sold or used for any unrelated purposes and may be removed upon written request.
Updates
We reached 5000 signatures!
July 29, 2026
🎉 5,000 voices. One message. We just reached 5,000 signatures! This milestone sends a clear message: Edmontonians are not giving up. Residents from across our city are asking for better public engagement, thoughtful planning, and meaningful change. This movement has never been about stopping growth. It's about ensuring Edmonton grows *with* its communities, not around them. Thank you to every person who signed, shared, and stood with us. We're just getting started. Edmonton isn't stopping. Neither are we. 💙 Continue to share... together we can make positive changes
Reached 5,000 supporters
July 26, 2026
August 3, 2025
WE JUST CRUSHED THE 2,500 SIGNATURE MARK!! THIS ENERGY IS ABSOLUTELY UNSTOPPABLE AND THE CITY COUNCIL IS GOING TO HAVE TO LISTEN TO US NOW!!!
Reached 2,500 supporters
August 1, 2025
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 3, 2025
Reached 100 supporters
May 5, 2025
1,913 Comments
Expansion and diversification need to happen in the city. The neighborhoods also need to be fit to provide the expansion. Things like parking, access to ETS, grocery and health facilities need to be taken into consideration for what is built and where.
Completely baffled as to the projects that are being approved. Skinny infills make sense, but so many multi unit (8+ unit) developments going on formerly single resident lots makes no sense… many with no included parking and on winter bus routes.
We bought our property over 40 years ago expecting it to be a neighbourhood of single family dwellings. We are fine with 2 “skinnies” on a lot or with a garden/garage suite. All pmdwellings should have a minimum of on site parking for 2 vehicles.
Agreed! City wants “increased density” but with no ceiling. No identified specific goal. This is irresponsible. I agree with responsible and accountable development, not with the current “take the lid off and let the developers run with it” approach.
I think everyone in the neighbourhood is for responsible density. But with large multi-family homes without adequate parking we have to park down the street to get to our home. Some actual planning nd consultation with the neighbourhood would do wonders.
The city is destroying neighbourhoods with this bylaw.
Restore mature neighborhood overlay
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A City-Wide Petition to Restore Accountability in Edmonton’s Zoning
We, the undersigned residents, taxpayers, and stakeholders of Edmonton, call on City Council to take immediate action to address the failures of Zoning Bylaw 20001, its district plans, and associated policies.
We support responsible urban growth—but blanket rezoning without meaningful public consultation is unacceptable. The current approach undermines neighbourhood character, strains infrastructure, and erodes public trust.
This is not opposition to development. It is a stand against poor governance, rushed policies, and irreversible changes made without community consent.
We're building a City-Wide Movement.
This is not a formal petition under the MGA—this is a collective call for accountability.
Our greatest power is the power of many voices joined together. Edmonton Neighbourhoods United is a citizen-led coalition working across communities to amplify those voices into a call for change that cannot be ignored.
OUR CALL TO ACTION
We urge City Council to adopt a two-stage solution:
PHASE ONE: Immediate Actions
- Rescind the newly adopted district plans and associated policies.
-
Amend Zoning Bylaw 20001 to:
- Reinstate key protections, including provisions from the former Mature Neighbourhood Overlay (MNO).
- Limit densification to four units per lot in established neighbourhoods.
- Reduce building heights to reflect community scale.
PHASE TWO: Over the Next 2-3 Years
- Rethink zoning and land use through genuine neighbourhood engagement and independent urban planning expertise.
- Redo district plans and bylaws with transparency, community-driven solutions, and alignment with infrastructure realities.
- Review and update the City Plan to reflect current conditions, using targeted Area Redevelopment Plans (ARPs) where appropriate.
WHY THIS MATTERS
- Edmontonians were not properly consulted—major decisions were pushed through during COVID-19.
- Developer interests were prioritized over citizens’ rights and neighbourhood stability.
- Blanket densification ignores smarter growth options like Blatchford and commercial hubs.
- Growth without consent is not progress—it’s overreach.
SIGN TO DEMAND RESPONSIBLE ACTION
Together, we can ensure Edmonton grows with its people—not against them.
⚠️ EDMONTONIANS DESERVE A SAY IN THEIR CITY’S FUTURE. JOIN US.By submitting my information, I hereby consent to be contacted regarding updates related to this petition and civic engagement efforts. I further authorize the use of my name, email address, and neighborhood in communications with elected officials, municipal departments, and relevant decision-makers for the purposes of advocating for policy review and public consultation. My information will not be sold or used for any unrelated purposes and may be removed upon written request.
Updates
We reached 5000 signatures!
July 29, 2026
🎉 5,000 voices. One message. We just reached 5,000 signatures! This milestone sends a clear message: Edmontonians are not giving up. Residents from across our city are asking for better public engagement, thoughtful planning, and meaningful change. This movement has never been about stopping growth. It's about ensuring Edmonton grows *with* its communities, not around them. Thank you to every person who signed, shared, and stood with us. We're just getting started. Edmonton isn't stopping. Neither are we. 💙 Continue to share... together we can make positive changes
Reached 5,000 supporters
July 26, 2026
August 3, 2025
WE JUST CRUSHED THE 2,500 SIGNATURE MARK!! THIS ENERGY IS ABSOLUTELY UNSTOPPABLE AND THE CITY COUNCIL IS GOING TO HAVE TO LISTEN TO US NOW!!!
Reached 2,500 supporters
August 1, 2025
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 3, 2025
Reached 100 supporters
May 5, 2025
1,913 Comments
The City Council needs to take immediate action to address the many failure of Zoning Bylaw 20001 and the negative effect it is having on mature neighbourhoods and among other things, property values, which for many people is the largest investment.
Expansion and diversification need to happen in the city. The neighborhoods also need to be fit to provide the expansion. Things like parking, access to ETS, grocery and health facilities need to be taken into consideration for what is built and where.
Completely baffled as to the projects that are being approved. Skinny infills make sense, but so many multi unit (8+ unit) developments going on formerly single resident lots makes no sense… many with no included parking and on winter bus routes.
We bought our property over 40 years ago expecting it to be a neighbourhood of single family dwellings. We are fine with 2 “skinnies” on a lot or with a garden/garage suite. All pmdwellings should have a minimum of on site parking for 2 vehicles.
Agreed! City wants “increased density” but with no ceiling. No identified specific goal. This is irresponsible. I agree with responsible and accountable development, not with the current “take the lid off and let the developers run with it” approach.
I think everyone in the neighbourhood is for responsible density. But with large multi-family homes without adequate parking we have to park down the street to get to our home. Some actual planning nd consultation with the neighbourhood would do wonders.
The city is destroying neighbourhoods with this bylaw.
Restore mature neighborhood overlay
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The City Council needs to take immediate action to address the many failure of Zoning Bylaw 20001 and the negative effect it is having on mature neighbourhoods and among other things, property values, which for many people is the largest investment.