Open Civic Zone Product Demo (see screenshot below)
Modernize Your Zoning Bylaw
From Static PDF to a Searchable, Interactive Digital Tool
Most zoning bylaws are still published as long PDFs that can be hard to find & search, confusing to navigate, and time-consuming for staff and the public alike. A digital zoning bylaw transforms how people access and understand land use regulations.
What Is a Digital Zoning Bylaw?
A digital zoning bylaw is a web-based, searchable version of your bylaw that is structured, indexed, and linked for fast navigation. Similar to modern platforms used by municipalities like Calgary, Banff and Mississauga, it replaces static PDFs with an intuitive online experience.
Key Benefits for Municipalities
Faster Answers, Fewer Phone Calls
Residents, developers, and consultants can quickly find zoning rules on their own, reducing routine inquiry calls and emails to planning staff.
Easy Navigation and Search
Users can search by zone, keyword, or section and instantly jump to the regulation they need rather than scrolling through hundreds of pages.
Direct Links from Land Use Maps
Zones can be linked directly from your land use map, allowing users to click a zone type in a parcel and immediately view the applicable zoning rules.
Clear Amendment Tracking
Amendments can be clearly identified to reduce confusion over past regulations and changes.
More Accessible for Councils and the Public
Councillors and residents gain a tool that helps them have clearer understanding of zoning rules during decision-making and public discussions.
Always Current
Updates can be added efficiently without re-issuing large PDF files, helping ensure the public is always accessing the most up-to-date regulations.
The Result
Bring Your Zoning Bylaw Into the Digital Age
A clearer bylaw benefits staff, councils, applicants, and the public alike.
Digital zoning bylaws built for Canadian municipalities.
