The Town of Wolfville, like many communities across Nova Scotia and Canada, is experiencing a period of change. A growing population, an increasing demand for housing, and shifting demographics create both new opportunities and complex challenges.
As we plan for the future, we are guided by a central question: how can we enable thoughtful growth that meets the needs of our residents—both current and future—while preserving what makes Wolfville a special place to live and visit.
To do this work, the Town is using the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) as a tool to support more inclusive development to meet the diverse housing needs of families, young professionals, seniors, and students.
Through our Housing Accelerator Agreement, the Town is considering an Action Plan that includes revising parking requirements, reducing development barriers, promoting non-market housing, and allowing more than one housing unit in traditionally low-density zones.
This Action Plan has been informed by residents, advisory committees, professionals, community partners and in the months ahead, they will be formalized through new Municipal Planning Documents, including the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw.
To review the work that has been done to date and to see what happens next, click here.
