Red Deer council backs rezoning of old gas station site for housing
The site would shift from commercial to residential use, opening the door to medium-density housing development.
Why it matters
The move signals a shift toward adding more residential density in Red Deer, which could affect local housing supply.
Red Deer city council has given initial approval to rezone a lot that contains a former gas station, moving it from a commercial designation to a residential medium-density zone.
The decision marks an early step in a process that would allow the property to be redeveloped for housing rather than commercial use. Further council approvals are expected before the rezoning is finalized.
Details on the specific location, developer plans, or timeline for construction were not included in the initial report.
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