Votes: Urban planning
Motion to hold a plebiscite on blanket rezoning
Defeated by Council 8-6 on March 13, 2024
Councillor Sharp voted in favour
Councillor Sharp and five of her colleagues sponsored this Notice of Motion which would have directed Administration to hold a plebiscite on blanket rezoning as part of the 2025 General Election.
The blanket rezoning that Administration is proposing to Council would re-designate residential areas in Calgary that currently allow only single or semi-detached homes to also allow row houses and townhouses. If blanket rezoning is approved, such projects would no longer require an individual public hearing in front of Council.
This is a significant change that affects not just how our city grows, but the process we use to get there and how people can participate. Councillor Sharp believes it's essential to hear from as many people as possible for such a fundamental change, and a plebiscite is one of the best ways to do that.
This motion was unfortunately defeated by Council. Councillor Sharp hopes that Ward 1 residents will make their voices heard as part of the public hearing on April 22. You can learn more about how to participate here and watch Councilor Sharp's debate on the plebiscite.
New Off-site Levy bylaw
Passed by Council 10-5 on January 16, 2024
Councillor Sharp voted against
Housing Strategy
Passed by Council 12-3 on January 17, 2023
Councillor Sharp voted in favour