Town News
Public Hearing: Proposed New Development in HCD
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- Published: Tuesday, 28 January 2025 15:14
Jan. 28, 2025
Lunenburg Town Council will hold a public hearing to review an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for two proposed developments within the Heritage Conservation District. The application has been reviewed by staff and the Town's Heritage Advisory Committee, and it meets all requirements of the Heritage Conservation District Plan and Bylaw, as well as all other Town of Lunenburg development rules.
A Certificate of Appropriateness is required for certain developments in the Heritage Conservation District to ensure they align with the area’s historic character and comply with design guidelines. While the proposal meets these standards, Council approval is required under Section 4.8 of the Bylaw.
Proposed Developments:
- Lot 2 Pelham Street (PID 60719705): A 2 ½ storey gambrel-style residential style building.
- Lot 3 Montague Street (PID 60719713): Two 3 ½ storey gambrel-style commercial style buildings connected by a setback enclosed walkway.
Public Hearing Details:
- Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. (as a part of Council’s Regular meeting)
- Location: Council Chambers, Lunenburg Town Hall. Please use the accessible back entrance at 120 Townsend Street, Lunenburg, NS.
Purpose of the Hearing:
The hearing will provide the public an opportunity to learn more about the proposed developments and allow input before Council makes a final decision on issuing the Certificate of Appropriateness.
Have Your Say:
The public is encouraged to attend the hearing and share their input. A sign-up sheet will be available at the start of the meeting for those who wish to speak. Alternatively, written comments can be submitted in advance by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to:
P.O. Box 129
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada
B0J 2C0
To be included in the public agenda package, written submissions must be received by Tuesday, February 3, 2025.
A detailed report on the proposal can be found in the January 20, 2025 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting agenda package. This is available online at https://bit.ly/4gVBjQy or by contacting Town Hall.
For more information, contact llegresley@townoflunenburg.ca or 902-634-4410 x 222.
Public Hearing Notice: Proposed Daycare Lease of Town Land
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- Published: Tuesday, 28 January 2025 13:32
Jan. 28, 2025
Lunenburg Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed lease of municipal property to the Lunenburg Daycare Centre to build a new daycare facility. If approved, Council is considering providing the lease below market value and is reviewing the following two sites as potential locations:
- 87 Victoria Road (Blue Building Site): Centrally located near Bluenose Academy and the recreation complex, this site requires relocation of Public Works and Recreation materials and one tenant demolition of the structure, and potential additional costs.
- Starr Street Site (Below Hillcrest Cemetery and across from the Dog Park): Open space with good road access and no flood concerns, but requiring sidewalk installation, utility servicing upgrades, and consideration of its location within the World Heritage Buffer Zone.
Public Hearing Details:
- Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. (as a part of Council’s Regular meeting)
- Location: Council Chambers, Lunenburg Town Hall. Please use the accessible back entrance at 120 Townsend Street, Lunenburg, NS.
Purpose of the Hearing:
The hearing will give the public an opportunity to learn about the two proposed sites, discuss their benefits and challenges, and share input to help Council decide which location is best for the new daycare facility.
Have Your Say:
The public is encouraged to attend the hearing and share their input. A sign-up sheet will be available at the start of the meeting for those who wish to speak. Alternatively, written comments can be submitted in advance by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to:
P.O. Box 129
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada
B0J 2C0
To be included in the public agenda package, written submissions must be received by Tuesday, February 3, 2025.
A detailed report on the proposed sites and the Lunenburg Daycare Centre’s presentation can be found in the January 14, 2025, Regular Council meeting agenda package. This is available online at https://bit.ly/4h4Vc7t or by contacting Town Hall.
For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-634-4410 x 225.
ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY: Sustainable Cultural Tourism Plan
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- Published: Saturday, 18 January 2025 12:16
- Session 1: 1pm – 3pm
- Session 2: 4pm – 6pm
Approval of Zoning Changes for Lower Green St & Tannery Rd
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- Published: Monday, 06 January 2025 12:46
At its October 8, 2024 meeting, the Town of Lunenburg Council approved updates to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use By-law (LUB). These updates redesignate and rezone properties on Lower Green Street and Tannery Road from General Commercial (CG) to Residential (RES) and Lower Density Residential (RL).
What the Amendments Mean
These changes:
- Return the area to its original residential zoning, reversing the 2021 change to General Commercial.
- Support future development that fits the residential character of the neighbourhood.
- Prevent commercial development that could affect the area’s historic feel.
Provincial Approval
Planning documents like MPS and LUB amendments are reviewed by the Province to ensure compliance with provincial policies. These amendments have been reviewed by the Province and are now officially approved.
While some LUB amendments can be appealed to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB), this amendment is tied to a required change in the MPS. Therefore, it cannot be appealed under the Municipal Government Act (MGA).
Effective Date: These amendments take effect as of the date of this notice: January 6, 2025
The complete staff report highlighting the details of the amendments, including a map of the affected properties, is available here: pdf Redesignation and Rezoning of Lower Green Street: MPS and LUB Amendment(3.35 MB)
Questions? Please contact the Community Development Department at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-634-4410 x225.
The affected properties are shown in this map: 
Public Notice: Bill Payments during Canada Post Strike
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- Published: Thursday, 28 November 2024 08:48
Due to the postal strike, sending in payments by mail for water/sewer/tax accounts and other services will see your payment delayed. Here are a few other easy payment options:
- If you would like a copy of your billing, this can be provided at the Town Hall Finance Department.
- Payment can be made at Town of Lunenburg Town Hall, 119 Cumberland Street, Town of Lunenburg. Monday to Friday (8:30 am to 4:30 pm). We accept cash, cheques and debit.
- There is a payment slot by the main door of the Town Hall at the 119 Cumberland Street Entrance.
- You can pay at the local branch of your bank.
- Online Banking: Through most financial institutions (contact your financial institution for instructions on online banking services)
- You can sign up for Town of Lunenburg e services to receive your billings on line.
- There is also an option for preauthorized debit payments.
For further information on these services please contact Wendy Mills, Finance Clerk, 902-634-4410 ext 221.
FALL LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM 2024
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- Published: Tuesday, 12 November 2024 10:03
The Town of Lunenburg is pleased to offer the following leaf collection opportunities to assist residents with their fall leaf clean-up:
• Leaves and brush can be delivered to the Town’s Starr Street compost site on Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you use bags, they must be paper.
• Leaves can be placed in your compostainer or paper bags for pick-up on scheduled “green week” collection days.
• An additional Special Leaf Collection is scheduled for Friday, November 15. Leaves must be placed in your compostainer or paper bags.
• The Public Works Department will also do a one-time leaf collection on every Town street – making one pass only as follows:
New Town
o Crews will begin pickup in your area on Monday, November 18 (weather permitting). This will take approximately two weeks to complete.
o They will make a single pass down your street, so please ensure leaves are out by November 18.
Old Town
o Crews will begin pickup in your area on Monday, December 2 (weather permitting). This will take approximately two weeks to complete.
o They will make a single pass down your street, so please ensure leaves are out by December 2.
Please do not rake leaves into gutters, ditches, or the street – these can clog storm drains and cause flooding and slippery road conditions.
Residents are also reminded that leaves can be mulched with a lawnmower mulching blade at the end of the mowing season. This saves you time and helps the environment by returning nutrients contained in the leaves directly into your lawn!
Please contact the Public Works Department at 902-634-4410 if you require further information.