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Six Questions about Growth in Waterloo Region

                                                                        

The Region of Waterloo is currently projected to grow by over 278,00 people, 103,000 households, and 128,000 jobs between 2016 and 2041. As we plan for this growth, we need your input on how we can accommodate the people and employment opportunities required.    This survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete and consists of six (6) questions.         

But first, a map and a bit of terminology to help answer the questions....

The Proposed Regional Structure Map, below, highlights some of the elements that the Region plans for in the Regional Official Plan .  This map is shown again, however, by clicking on the map at this location, it will open in a new tab and you have the ability to zoom in and out:

Built-Up Area refers to the lands within the Urban Area, where development is concentrated across the region.  So, for example, in our downtowns and along the ION rapid transit corridor. The Built-Up Area is shown in yellow on the map, above. 

Designated Greenfield Area refers to the lands within the Urban Area, but outside of Built- Up Area (yellow).  Typically, these lands are suburban in nature, and contain mostly single-detached, semi-detached, and townhome-style development. The DGA is part of the land required to accommodate forecasted growth to 2041 in Waterloo Region.  The DGA is shown in pink on the map, below.                                                     

Density refers to the number of people living and/or working within an area.                                                                      

Intensification means the development of a property, site or area at a higher density than currently exists, through development, redevelopment, infill and expansion or conversion of existing buildings (source: Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing) (see infographic, below).