Town of Yarmouth Developing Parking Management Strategy

The strategy is being carried out by WSP Canada Inc. as a key component of the Town’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan

Thursday, July 31st, 2025 - Yarmouth, N.S.—The Town of Yarmouth is undergoing a comprehensive Parking Management Strategy, being carried out by WSP Canada Inc. This parking management strategy is a key component of the Council-approved Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan to support new housing in our community.

A key objective of the strategy is the review of parking minimums for residential infill development. It will also consider residential permitting systems, optimization techniques, demand management strategies, and winter road maintenance requirements. This approach is crucial for supporting other housing projects, including accessory dwelling units, converted office spaces, affordable housing, and multi-unit dwellings.

“Our government is committed to giving local governments the support they need to drive housing supply and bring down housing costs. More than 200 municipalities across Canada are making changes that will cut red tape and fast-track housing and Yarmouth is one of them. It’s an example of what’s possible when governments work together. It’s also another step forward in our bold, ambitious plan to build Canada strong.“ – Jessica Fancy, Member of Parliament for South Shore—St. Margarets.

“The work being done through this Strategy will simplify parking under key conditions which will support more development of housing, which we can all agree is needed and welcome here in the Town of Yarmouth.”– Mayor Pam Mood

An online public survey is available for residents and businesses to provide feedback. Responses received will help develop an understanding of experiences with parking in town, near people's homes, downtown, and with signage and maintenance. The survey can be accessed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TOY-PMS

The strategy is an initiative funded by the Government of Canada and its Housing Accelerator Fund.