Please take notice that on Monday January 19th 2026 the Council of the Town of Antigonish gave second reading approval to amendments which modernize and align zoning regulations with current housing and development needs. The changes aim to increase housing options and affordability, support mixed-use development, clarify standards for accessory dwelling units, and update design and dimensional requirements to promote sustainable growth and efficient land use.

Further pursuant to Section 208 of the Municipal Government Act, the Provincial Director of Planning completed the mandatory review of these documents and determined they are consistent with the Provincial Statements of Interest and therefore do not require further Provincial approval.

Therefore, these amendments come into effect as of the date of this publication. 

The approved amendments can be reviewed here:  pdf Approved Amendments - Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-Law(572 KB)  or be picked up at the front counter of Town Hall at 274 Main Street, Antigonish, Nova Scotia. 

Now that these amendments are in place, please direct any questions you have regarding the administration of these provisions, to John Bain, Director of Planning: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   

Posted to the Town of Antigonish website February 12th, 2026 in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.