Zoning is approved — so what does that mean?

On December 3, 2025, Prince George city council approved new zoning for the hospital site. This decision will guide our project team as we move through planning and design for the new tower.

Zoning might not sound exciting, but it’s a big part of what makes this project possible. The approval gives us the room and flexibility we need to update the spaces that better support the growing health care needs of people across Northern BC.

What the zoning change means for our project

Zoning sets the rules for how land can be used. With the new P7: University Hospital of Northern BC zone in place, we now have the ability to build the facilities required for a modern acute care tower.

Here’s what changed:

• More room to build: The site coverage limit increased from 50% to 100%. This means we can use the full site if needed, which is crucial on a tight urban property.
• Ability to build taller: The height limit increased from 15 metres to 100 metres, giving us the ability to build the taller, multi‑story tower we need to expand acute care.

We appreciate the continued support from city council and our community as we move ahead with this major redevelopment. We’re excited to build a facility that meets the needs of the north today and into the future.