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Regina Adopts New Floodplain Regulations Around Wascana Creek

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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Regina city council unanimously approved new floodplain regulations intended to protect properties from a one-in-200-year flood event. This change follows provincial amendments made in 2025, which shifted the standard from a one-in-500-year flood event set in 1982. The new 1-in-200-year floodplain standard is less expansive than the previous standard and impacts around 2,400 properties located around Wascana Creek and other channels.

From 620ckrm.com

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The new regulations mean that properties established before the change may remain but cannot expand. Redevelopment is still possible in the floodplain if adequate flood protection measures are implemented, such as certified engineering for structures below the safe building elevation.

From 620ckrm.com

Who's involved

  • Wascana CreekWatercourse whose floodplain management is affected by the new regulatory standards.
  • MarioPlanning manager whose expertise is sought regarding new engineering standards and flood protection measures.
  • ReginaIndonesian politician whose core business may be affected by the new standards established by the city council.
  • NelsonUruguayan writer.

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