New Industrial Lots in Iqaluit's West 40 Area
Official title: West 40 Industrial Subdivision
Iqaluit is creating new industrial lots in the West 40 area to address a shortage of land for local businesses. The city wants input on lot pricing, payment terms, and how to prevent land speculation. Traditional knowledge from local hunters and dog team groups has already shaped the concept plan.
Why This Matters
Run a business in Iqaluit? There's not enough industrial land to go around. This subdivision could finally give local entrepreneurs room to grow. The city is also asking how to keep speculators from snapping up lots and sitting on them.
What Could Change
New serviced industrial lots will become available for purchase. Buyers may face a 3% cultural amenity levy to support dog team areas. A 10-year covenant could lock lots into their approved use to prevent speculation. No installment payments—full payment required upfront.
Key Issues
- How should industrial lots be priced given varying site conditions?
- Should a 3% cultural amenity levy support dog team expansion areas?
- How can the city prevent land speculation and holding?
- Should installment payments be allowed for lot purchases?
How to Participate
- Visit the West 40 consultation page to learn about the subdivision concept plan and lot disposal terms.
- Contact the planning department at planning@iqaluit.ca or call (867) 979-5661 to share your feedback.
Submit Your Input
Questions Being Asked (4)
- What are your views on the proposed lot pricing approach using market value appraisals?
- Do you support the 3% cultural amenity levy for dog team expansion areas?
- Should the city require full payment upfront or allow installment payments?
- What measures would effectively prevent land speculation?