Heritage property owners in Saint John are now allowed to renew heritage permits more than once.
On Monday, proposed amendments to the city’s Heritage Conservation Areas Bylaw passed the third and final reading.
This will allow heritage permits to be renewed beyond the former established three-year maximum.
Before the approval, heritage permits were issued for two years, with the potential for a one-year extension.
Discussions to change the bylaw began in March when developer Jim Bezanson told the council he wanted to build two additions to his 19th-century heritage building located at 66 Sydney Street.
Bezanson brought up concerns related to the impact that current and future construction challenges will have on his timelines and that his permit will expire before the project can be completed.
The amendments will also help provide a streamlined and customer-friendly approach to heritage permit renewals, enhancing the customer experience.
