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Waverley West -
A New Development for a Growing City

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Housing Demand on the Rise

The housing market is driven by demand and Manitoba's growing economy has increased the need for quality housing across the province. The province is committed to helping Manitobans access a wide choice of quality, affordable housing while creating vibrant and healthy communities.

The shortage of building lots in Winnipeg is limiting the city's potential for economic growth. To respond to the growing demand, the City of Winnipeg asked the provincial government to open up Waverley West for development. A significant portion of Waverley West land is owned by the province through the Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corporation. Winnipeg now needs to accommodate a growing population by increasing the supply of building lots within the city limits to prevent urban sprawl and make the best use of existing infrastructure.

Waverley West

Waverley West is a tract of land in Winnipeg's desirable southwest quadrant. The province owns part of the land the city has proposed for development. The 20-year project, which has been carefully analyzed and reviewed by the city, will meet the growing housing demand in Winnipeg.

As the province's economy improves, real estate prices keep rising based on the growing demand for quality housing, especially in urban centres. The development of Waverley West will provide more than 11,000 new homes, apartments and complexes. The Manitoba government's share of the profit from the land sale will be used to improve inner city housing in Winnipeg. The result will be more variety and greater housing choices for people at all income levels.

The provincially-owned Waverley West lands are intended to be a green, walkable community accessible to a range of incomes and families, from those with young children to seniors. There will be a broad mix of housing options, following the spirit and intent of the provincial land-use policies. The development plan will include accessible design guidelines to support persons with disabilities and seniors.

Public consultations and best practices from other, successful North American urban development projects will help shape the design of Waverley West. Ecologically responsible options, such as geothermal heating and environmentally friendly building materials, and alternative forms of transportation, will be carefully considered.

Long-term Housing Strategy

Waverley West is an important part of the provincial housing strategy. It supports the responsible development of urban land near existing infrastructure, making wise use of land, water and other resources in and around the city. The province will work closely with the City of Winnipeg and its planning process to build a sustainable, mixed income housing development in Winnipeg.

The province is working to meet housing demands in an economical, environmentally sustainable way. The Manitoba government is committed to meeting all development guidelines, regulations and policies, including the provincial land-use policies and the new water protection and planning acts.

Economic Advantages of Housing Development

This kind of development can have tangible economic advantages for all of Winnipeg. For example, the provincial government's previous commitment to use the profit from the Royalwood housing development has resulted in approximately $1 million going back into affordable inner city housing through Neighbourhoods Alive!

The profit from the development of the provincial portion of Waverley West will be reinvested in inner city housing. Another advantage is the project's potential to generate substantial spin-off economic activity for the city and local businesses.

We Want to Hear From You

There will be public meetings on the development of Waverley West. These meetings will give Manitobans the opportunity to voice their opinions, suggestions and concerns about the new development.