We invite you to find requirements and apply for a zone change, site plan, minor variance, consent to sever and more. On this page you can: 

  1. Complete pre-consultation if needed
  2. Find fees and timelines
  3. Submit Committee of Adjustment application
  4. Submit other applications

Complete pre-consultation if needed

Pre-consultation is required prior to applying for:

  • Zoning By-law and/or Official Plan amendment
  • Draft Plan of Subdivision or Condominium
  • Consent to Sever
  • Site Plan Approval or Amendment

Pre-consultation is not required prior to applying for:

  • Minor variance
  • Permission to enlarge or change a legal non-conforming use

Although not required, pre-consultation is recommended prior to applying for a Minor Variance. This application tends to be technical in nature, and having a planner review your application for accuracy can be helpful.

You can Request Planning Pre-Consultation to start this process. Before starting the process, it is recommended to first find zoning and property information.

Find fees and timelines

Fees are charged on planning applications to help recover the cost of administering planning services in the city. The timelines to complete a planning approval can widely vary, dependent on the complexity of the project.

Download Fee Guide

Submit Committee of Adjustment application

The Committee of Adjustment (COA) is the approval authority for permissions to expand or change a legal non-conforming use, minor variances to the Zoning By-law, and consents to sever land. The Committee is made up of six members who are appointed by Council on a 4-year term. Committee members typically have knowledge or professions related to land use and development. Download the COA guide for more background.

Applications must be submitted approximately five weeks prior to the meeting date.

Download 2023 Submission & Meeting Dates

 

Minor variance

Find requirements

Download the Minor Variance Application Form and submit the application.

 

Download Minor Variance Application Form

Submit and pay

To submit an application:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. or email it to the Committee of Adjustment
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

Consent to sever 

Find requirements

Download the Consent to Sever Application Form and submit the application.

 

Download Consent to Sever Application Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. or email it to the Committee of Adjustment
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

Permission for legal non-conforming use 

Find requirements

Download the Permission Application Form and submit the application.

 

Download Permission Application Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. or email it to the Committee of Adjustment
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

 

Submit other applications

Zoning By-law or Official Plan Amendment

Find requirements

Download the Zoning By-law or Official Plan Amendment Form and submit the application.

 

Download Zoning By-law or Official Plan Amendment Application Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. or email it to the Planning Services Division
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

 

Site Plan Approval 

Find requirements

Download the Site Plan Approval Form and submit the application.

 

Download Site Plan Approval Application Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S.
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

 

 

Plans of Subdivision and Condominium

Find requirements

Download the Plans of Subdivision and Condominium Form and submit the application.

 

Download Plans of Subdivision & Condominium Application Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online or print off the form, and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to Development Services, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. or email it to the Planning Services Division
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash, debit, credit, cheque)

 

   

Property information report  

Find requirements

A Property Information Report should be requested when buying or leasing a property. The report will give you zoning and building compliance information. It will show if there are outstanding building orders or open building permits, any applicable heritage designation, if Site Plan Approval is required or if you need a building permit for a change of use.

Download the Property Information Report Form and fill out the application.

 

Download Property Information Report Form

Submit and pay

To apply:

  1. Fill out the application form online, or print off the form and fill it in
  2. Bring the form to the Building Services Office, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. along with a payment of $100
  3. Pay the fee using a credit card, over the phone, send a cheque, or pay in person (cash or debit) 

Status letters on planning agreements 

For some Provincial Licenses, you need a permission letter from the City. These include licences for:

  • Day Nurseries
  • Motor Vehicle Sales
  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Station, and
  • Propane Distribution Stations

To obtain a permission letter, submit a written request to the Planning Services Division, Victoriaville Civic Centre, 2nd floor, 111 Syndicate Ave. S. along with a payment of $104.

 

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