Bill 33: The Planning Amendment and City of Winnipeg Charter Amendment Act

The businesses most directly affected are farmers and agricultural operators in Manitoba, particularly those running livestock operations — from smaller family farms to large-scale operations with 300 or more animal units. Supply-managed producers (like dairy or poultry farmers operating under quota) can now grow their operation by up to 15% without going through a full conditional use approval process, which reduces regulatory burden for day-to-day expansion decisions. Developers, land surveyors, and property owners pursuing subdivisions will benefit from an expanded definition of 'minor subdivision,' simplifying approvals for certain multi-unit and infill projects. Businesses involved in land development or zoning changes in Winnipeg and other Manitoba municipalities will also see clearer, time-bound processes when Municipal Board reviews are triggered by public objections — with mandatory 120-day review windows and 60-day decision deadlines that reduce uncertainty in project timelines.