The Planning and Development Department has received a Concept Plan application from USask Properties for land in the Sutherland neighbourhood.

Application

Outlined on the image below, the Sutherland Concept Plan project area includes 455 108 Street W, which is undeveloped land located within the southwest portion of Sutherland. The land is adjacent to the rear lanes of 108 Street W and Egbert Avenue, and Circle Drive.

The proposed Concept Plan provides for a mix of low- to medium-density residential building forms and community related uses and park space (Municipal Reserve). The proposed Land Use Map is shown below and outlines the proposed residential blocks, parks, and roads. When fully developed, the 18.12-hectare (44.78-acre) area is projected to accommodate approximately 1350 residents.

Background

A Concept Plan is a land use plan that guides the development of specific areas in Saskatoon such as new neighbourhoods or significant infill developments. It outlines the land uses, densities, transportation network, parks system, and community facilities intended for the area as it grows.

A Concept Plan includes detailed studies on an area's topography, natural areas and heritage resources, provision of water and sewer services, traffic studies, population projections, proposed transit routes, active transportation networks, and more.

Process

1. Technical Review: When a Concept Plan application is received, the Planning and Development team checks if it follows the City's standards, policies, bylaws, and other requirements. They also send it to other city departments and external agencies to look at the technical details such as utilities, water, wastewater, stormwater and transportation systems.
2. Public Engagement: After the internal review by the City, the public gets a chance to look at the proposal, ask questions and give feedback. Property owners, the Community Association and the Ward Councillor are notified and invited to comment. For this application, a public meeting will be held where information will be provided, and questions can be asked. See the "Engagement" tab for meeting details.
3. Report Preparation: Planning and Development writes a report with a recommendation on the application. This report includes feedback from the technical review and the public.
4. Municipal Planning Commission Review: The report is first reviewed by the Municipal Planning Commission, which advises City Council on the application.
5. City Council Decision: The final decision is made by City Council at a Public Hearing. They consider the report, the recommendation and the feedback from the Municipal Planning Commission. Anyone from the public can submit written comments or speak at the Public Hearing.
6. Implementation: Once a Concept Plan is approved, it is implemented over time as land is subdivided, zoning is applied, roads and services are installed, parks are constructed, and residences and/or businesses are established.

An in-person come-and-go public information meeting for this application is scheduled on:

Thursday, March 19, 2026
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Sutherland Hall – 1112 Central Avenue

Representatives of the City of Saskatoon and USask Properties will be available to discuss the application and answer questions.

Information displayed at the meeting will be posted here at a later date.