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Notice: Public Presentation – Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law

October 15th, 2025

As of January 1st, 2023, the new government entities came into effect throughout the Province of New Brunswick. Until the existing municipal or provincial land-use plans, zoning by-laws, or regulations were repealed or replaced, they remained in effect.



If you would like more information on the proposed Municipal Plan or Zoning By-Law, or to provide comments, please contact:

All public comments (written or verbal) automatically become part of the public record and are therefore subject to viewing by anyone who may so request.

A Municipal Plan is a strategic document that outlines a municipality’s long-term vision for land use, growth, and development. It addresses:

· Land use designations (rural, residential, commercial, environmental)

· Housing needs and community services

· Economic development

· Environmental conservation

The Plan promotes sustainable growth while preserving rural and small-town character. It guides future decisions related to development, infrastructure, and environmental management.

A Zoning By-law is a legal tool that puts the Municipal Plan into action. It divides the municipality into zones and sets rules for how land can be used and developed.

Key features of the District of Carleton North Zoning By-law include:

· 16 zones covering residential, commercial, industrial, rural, institutional, and special purposes

· Setbacks, lot sizes, building height and placement

· Permitted and conditional uses for each zone

· Special overlays for environmental conservation and flood-risk areas

It ensures that development occurs in an orderly and fair way, balancing growth with safety, services, and the environment.

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