Planning Consent Application

You must discuss your proposal with a Town Planner to receive guidance on Official Plan conformity, Zoning By-law provisions, and other planning concerns before submitting this application.

Only complete digital applications with plans will be accepted – no exceptions.

The base application fee is $2,920. Applications may be subject to additional fees should the subject lands be regulated by a Conservation Authority. 

Applicants will receive a copy of their completed application which must be signed in the presence of a Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths. If required, Planning staff will assist with scheduling an appointment to commission the application after submission (including payment) is made.

The Secretary-Treasurer will review the application and make suggestions as to what further information may be required. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the applicant/agent to ensure that the application and sketch are complete.

Once the application has been deemed complete by the Secretary Treasurer, a yellow notice sign is provided by the Community Planning Division and must be erected by the applicant or authorized agent on the lot line abutting the road. All signs must be erected 14 days prior to the public meeting. The applicant or authorized agent must provide photographic evidence to the Secretary-Treasurer that the yellow sign has been posted properly on the subject lands. The signs are only to be removed after the 20-day appeal period. To arrange for pickup, please contact the Community Planning Division at 905-775-5369. 

Should the Committee of Adjustment find that the application is not complete with respect to any of the above requirements, the application will be deferred at the applicant’s expense until the information is received. A deferral fee of $320 is required to be placed on the next available agenda.