It has been a busy year so far when it comes to development applications in Saint John.

The city said it received 406 building-related permit applications worth $100 million between January and July.

The number of applications is on par with the same period in 2022 and slightly below the five-year average of 425 permits.

However, the value of those construction projects is well above the average of $100 million.

City officials say more than 220 residential units have been created so far this year, which is above the five-year average of 144 units.

In addition, there are 19 projects currently in the queue with more than 2,300 new units planned throughout the city.

Saint John, we're celebrating! So far this year, the One Stop Development Shop has received 406 building related permit applications with a value of $100 million!

There have been 224 residential units created and there are 19 upcoming projects with 2,300 new units planned. pic.twitter.com/uFPYiLjYUx

— City of Saint John (@cityofsaintjohn) August 8, 2023