The M District Future Growth Node
Project status
The municipality has received all of the required technical studies from the landowners that are needed to advance the process and is proceeding to the first phase of public engagement.
For more information, please watch an introductory video that explains the planning process and the project's next steps.
How can I participate in the process and provide feedback?
Public Drop-in Sessions
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club, 192 Prince Albert Rd., Dartmouth, N.S.
Three sessions are available:
- 10 a.m. – noon
- 1 – 5 p.m.
- 6:30 – 9 p.m.
The same information will be provided at each session. Municipal staff will be on-site to answer questions in an informal setting. A formal presentation will not be provided.
Can't attend a session? You can provide your feedback by completing our online survey.
Project outline
WM Fares Architects, on behalf of Rank Inc., has applied to begin a comprehensive planning process to allow the development of the Mic Mac Mall lands bound by Micmac Boulevard, Horizon Court, and Highway 111, identified on the map below. The proposal includes approximately 2,200 new residential units, plus 400 units for retirement living and additional commercial office and retail space built around the existing mall.
M District proposal 3D context view
Background
On December 13, 2022 Regional Council initiated a process to consider amendments to the Regional Centre Secondary Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law to enable comprehensive development of the M District Future Growth Node located between Micmac Boulevard and Horizon Court.
Plan and By-law context
The M District was identified by Regional Council as a “Future Growth Node” for a mixture of residential, commercial, and public uses in support of population growth, employment opportunities, improved transit, and public parks. Policies F-3, F-4, F-5, and F-6 of the Regional Centre Secondary Municipal Planning Strategy provide direction for establishing a master neighbourhood plan for the M District.
The planning process will address items that are needed for a new complete community through a neighbourhood plan for the entire area. This will include new roads, parks, pathways, housing mix, and any other amenities. Policies and regulations will be drafted to guide the phasing, use and form of development.