3D Digital Twin & Fall Consultation Continues

Fall In-Person New Zoning By-law Workshops Continue

The new Zoning By-law project continues to host in-person workshops on the new zoning by-law. Following the summer virtual information sessions, the fall workshops provide an opportunity to discuss the Zoning By-law review with members of the zoning team.

There are three workshops remaining, each starting at 6:30 pm and continuing until 8:00 pm. The upcoming workshops will be held at:

• October 15 – Fred Barrett Arena
• October 22 – City Hall
• November 5 – Confederation Education Centre

What to Expect:

• Display Board Exhibition – Dive into the basics of zoning and key concepts of the proposed By-law. This is your chance to ask questions and get informed.
• Roundtable Discussions – Engage in intensive discussions on various topics with planners and fellow residents.
• No Registration Required – Simply show up and participate.

New 3D Digital Twin Map

We are thrilled to introduce a groundbreaking tool as part of the new Zoning By-law review: the 3D Digital Twin Map. This innovative map is designed to transform how residents and planners visualize zoning changes across Ottawa. With the 3D Digital Twin Map, users can view both the proposed new Zoning By-law zoning and the current (2008-250) Zoning By-law zoning. This dual-view feature ensures that you can easily compare and understand the proposed changes.

This map is the first release from the City’s Digital Twin Project, with future iterations to be integrated into the upcoming new Zoning By-law.

What is a 3D Digital Twin?

A 3D digital twin is a highly detailed, interactive digital replica of physical assets—in this case, the buildings and infrastructure of Ottawa. This technology allows users to explore the city in a virtual environment, providing a comprehensive view of current and proposed zoning regulations. For more information on the Digital Twin Project, refer to the January 21, 2024, Meeting of Planning and Housing Committee Minutes and the accompanying media release.

Other Visualization Tools

In addition to the new 3D Digital Twin Map, you can still view a side-by-side comparison of existing and proposed zoning using our sliding interactive zoning map. You can also view the proposed zoning as a layer on the City’s GeoOttawa webpage.