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Brown Street Parking Lot Upgrades/EV Charging Installations
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Nova Scotia Power, in partnership with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the Nova Scotia Department of Energy, is expanding the province's fast-charging network. As announced earlier this year, Yarmouth has been selected as one of 15 locations to receive new Level 3 DC fast-charging stations. The stations will be installed in the Brown Street parking lot, with the project kicking off the week of May 12th.
Notice of Second Reading - Sewer Charges Bylaw
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This is to serve notice that the Council of the Town of Yarmouth, at its meeting on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, at 6:30 pm, at town hall, 400 Main Street, will consider and, if deemed advisable, approve the second reading for its Sewer Charges Bylaw. Written submissions with questions, concerns, or comments will be considered at the time of the readings. They may be delivered to town hall, or by emailing: admin@townofyarmouth.ca
➡ Sewer Charges Bylaw
This is a simple housekeeping amendment to update wording in section 3.1 of the bylaw (changing "rates" to "consumption used").
Copies of bylaws can be obtained at:
Water Main Flushing: Areas affected Wednesday, May 7th
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The Yarmouth Water Utility's water main flushing program is in progress. Flushing will take place today from 9 am to 4:30 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm in the area of: Tooker Street to South town limits, from Pleasant Street to Water Street.
Some discoloration and fluctuation in water pressure may be experienced during this period. Customers are advised to not wash clothes during this time. The Yarmouth Water Utility apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Notice of Public Hearing - May 8th
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A Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, May 8th, at 6:30 pm in Council chambers, located at 400 Main Street. Members of the public can attend and speak at the hearing, or hand in written submissions. Written submissions can be emailed to admin@townofyarmouth.ca, or delivered to Town Hall, and must be received by 12 pm (noon) on May 5th, 2025.
What is the Hearing About?
This Public Hearing will address the following five items:
1. Proposed Development Agreement for 8 James Street
The Town has received a Development Agreement application to convert 8 James Street (PID# 90337155) into 12 rental dwelling units. Council has approved to move forward with a Public Hearing prior to consideration of the proposed Development Agreement.
2. Proposed Development Agreement for Land Adjacent to Pleasant Street
The Town has received a rezoning and Development Agreement application to permit up to 140 residential units on two lots (PID# 90334780 and PID# 90334798) located directly across from the Burridge Campus (NSCC). Council has approved to move forward with a Public Hearing prior to consideration of the proposed rezoning and Development Agreement.
3. Proposed Development Agreement for 52 Parade Street
The owner of 52 Parade Street (PID# 90330986) applied to enter into a Development Agreement to accommodate adaptive reuse of the former Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School. Council has approved to move forward with a Public Hearing prior to consideration of the proposed Development Agreement.
4. Proposed Development Agreement for 42 Argyle Street
The owner of 42 Argyle Street (PID# 90212184) applied to rezone 42 Argyle Street and enter into a Development Agreement to accommodate adaptive reuse of the existing building (a former church). Council has approved to move forward with a Public Hearing prior to consideration of the proposed rezoning, Development Agreement and associated amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Planning Strategy.
5. Proposed Amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy and the Land Use Bylaw
The Town has initiated several amendments to the Land Use Bylaw to: a) encourage comprehensive housing projects by revising requirements for Site-Plan Approvals in the CD Zone; b) update reviews and approvals of boarding homes; c) offer additional flexibility for agricultural uses in the CD and R-H Zones; and d) add ‘Construction Trades and Contractor’ use to the C-2 Zone. Council has approved to move forward with a Public Hearing prior to consideration of the proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and associated changes to the Municipal Planning Strategy.
For more information, visit: https://getinvolvedyarmouth.ca/ You may also contact us by phone at (902)-742-1505 or by email planningadmin@townofyarmouth.ca. You may also obtain a copy of the Planner’s reports at Town Hall, 400 Main Street.
Council Approves 2025-26 Capital Budget
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The 2025-2026 capital budget was on the agenda at last evening’s council meeting. This year’s total comes in at just over $5.4 million and brings significant investments to a variety of projects. The budget was approved unanimously by council.
Yarmouth Community Housing Forum May 1st
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All are welcomed to attend the first Yarmouth Community Housing Forum, hosted by the Town of Yarmouth. Join us for an afternoon of discussion and presentations as we take a close look at four key Considerations for Housing: