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"In a neighbourhood, everything that is needed is there and everything that is there is needed".
—lewis mumford


HRM by Design

What is HRMbyDESIGN?

Halifax Regional Municipality's recently adopted Regional Plan embraces urban design as a necessary tool in building healthy, liveable communities.

The Regional Plan mandates the initiation of a Regional Centre Urban Design Study - a project now known as "HRMbyDESIGN".

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The Goal...

HRMbyDESIGN intends to articulate an urban design strategy that:

  • Establishes a clear and compelling vision for our city's future.
  • Fosters high quality, sustainable development and vibrant public spaces.
  • Brings clarity and predictability to development review processes.
  • Introduces new design guidelines.
  • Establishes incentives for good design and development.

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The Approach...

HRMbyDESIGN is a highly consulted community visioning project for the Regional Centre. The project is currently entering the fifith phase of public consultation since July 2006. There have been ongoing opportunities for public input through urban design forums, public open houses, visioning workshops, and one-on-one meetings and presentations.