In August 2007 the Town of Sidney began the exciting new planning process of developing a Local Area Plan for Sidney's downtown neighbourhood and downtown waterfront area.

A Local Area Plan is a detailed neighbourhood plan developed through extensive public consultation. It contains specific goals and guidelines for strengthening an area's identity through the design of buildings and public space and the enhancement of connections for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles.

Due to the completion of the Official Community Plan in May 2007 and an increased interest in the future of Sidney's downtown and downtown waterfront area from citizens, property owners and visitors alike, it was felt that a Local Area Plan for the downtown and downtown waterfront area would provide a valuable tool for guiding future development in the area and creating a complete community where people can live, work and play in a well-planned environment.

The Local Area Plan was adopted as a schedule to Sidney's Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1920 by Council on October 15, 2008.

Community input and involvement in the Local Area Plan process were fundamental to developing a successful plan, and the Town wishes to thank everyone who participated and provided their input throughout the process.

The links on the left access the Local Area Plan and provide more information on the Local Area Plan process, including the defined neighbourhood study area and background information relating to the process.