Development Team

The Development Team: Here to Help

Whether you are a property developer looking to build a new subdivision, a business owner looking to open a new business, or simply a resident who wants to build a new house, there are several municipal rules and guidelines to follow.

Are you allowed to build in the proposed area? Do you need to apply for rezoning? Does Council have to vote on your plans or can City staff approve them? Is there a need for public engagement on your idea?

Our team of professional staff are here to help with development ideas and plans. The Development Team provides information on issues for the development of a specific site and the requirements of the City. They meet with individuals, firms or developers who wish to make an application to the City for the development of property.

Meetings can be formal or informal, in-person or by video, and discussions are confidential. The goal is to help developers navigate the St. John's Development Regulations. “As a developer in the City, we meet with the Development Team at the initial stages of every project as standard practice,” said Keith Noseworthy, PTech, Project Manager for KMK Capital Inc. “The Development Team helps to ensure that the project starts out on the right foot.”

Meeting before you make a formal application can save time and energy.

The team includes staff from Engineering, Planning and Development, Legal Services and other City departments, depending on the specific issues.

If you need further information or would like to arrange a meeting with the Development Team, contact us at DevelopmentTeam@stjohns.ca.