How the new proposed zoning by-laws could shape the Sarnia’s future

Sarnia’s proposed zoning by-laws could reshape the city’s growth, with potential impacts on housing affordability, urban development, and local businesses. Here’s what’s at stake and how residents can stay involved.

Sarnia stands at a pivotal moment in its development, facing challenges that include housing affordability, homelessness, and the growth strain of encampments. As Draft 2 of the proposed zoning by-law is under review—the first major update in decades—its implications for the city’s growth, economy, and housing landscape warrant careful attention.

Central to the discussion is the concept of infill development and how zoning policies can either unlock its potential or create unnecessary roadblocks. Here’s why the new by-laws matter and what’s at stake for Sarnia.