YORKTON - Citing inquiries regarding development of a truck stop within the city proposed Zoning Bylaw amendments went before Yorkton Council June 23, where they were given first reading.
In June it was noted the city’s existing Zoning Bylaw lacked provisions to properly contemplate truck stops as a use. Therefore, Administration proposed to amend the bylaw by including the land use category of ‘truck stops’ along with special use provisions for that category. This inclusion aimed to better regulate and manage development, avoiding potential issues like noise and traffic congestion.”
The Bylaw proposes to include Truck Stops as a defined land use category and to make them Discretionary Uses in the C-3 Highway Commercial, MI-1 Light Industrial and MI-2 Heavy Industrial zoning districts.
The matter was referred to the Planning and Infrastructure Commission for review at their July 2, 2025 meeting, explained Michael Eger – Director of Planning, Building & Development, with the city Monday.
As part of their review and discussion, the Commission noted that:
* there are several vacant properties along provincial highways where prospective Truck Stop uses would likely seek to operate; and
* this type of use would be better suited to lands that are not in close proximity to residential areas.
The Commission subsequently carried a unanimous motion that the Bylaw be recommended for approval to City Council, said Eger.
Council gave the amendments unanimous second and third reading support Monday.
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