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:
- Complete pre-consultation if needed
- Find fees and timelines
- Submit Committee of Adjustment application
- 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.
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 an independent body appointed by City Council. There are six members who are appointed on a 4-year term. Newly appointed members for the 2023 -2027 term will commence January 2023. Committee members typically have knowledge or professions related to land use and development.
Before applying to the Committee of Adjustment, it is recommended to find your zoning and property information.
Applications must be submitted approximately five weeks prior to the meeting date. Hearings are held in Council Chambers at City Hall at 2 p.m.
View the Notice of Committee Hearing - December 14, 2023
Meeting date | Deadline to apply |
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December 14, 2023 | November 10, 2023 |
January 25, 2024 | December 15, 2023 |
February 29, 2024 | January 19, 2024 |
March 28, 2024 | February 16, 2024 |
April 25, 2024 | March 15, 2024 |
May 30, 2024 | April 12, 2024 |
June 27, 2024 | May 17, 2024 |
July 25, 2024 | June 14, 2024 |
August 29, 2024 | July 12, 2024 |
The above schedule is tentative and may change due to statutory holidays, bookings of hearing location by higher priority parties (i.e. Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), Assessment Review) and member availability (quorum).
Permission |
Find requirementsDownload the Permission Application Form and submit the application.Submit and payTo apply:
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Minor Variance |
Find requirementsDownload the Minor Variance Application Form and submit the application.Submit and payTo apply:
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Consent to Sever |
Find requirementsDownload the Consent to Sever Application Form and submit the application.
Submit and payTo apply:
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Submit other applications
Zoning By-law or Official Plan Amendment |
Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment Applications are subject to a mandatory Pre-consultation with Planning Services. If you have not pre-consulted yet, please visit the Request Planning Pre-Consultation Page to learn how to apply. If your application is a continuation of an ongoing development application you have already pre-consulted on, please contact Planning Services. |
Site Plan Approval |
Applications for Site Plan Approval are subject to a mandatory Pre-consultation with Planning Services. If you have not pre-consulted yet, please visit the Request Planning Pre-Consultation Page to learn how to apply. If your application is a continuation of an ongoing development application you have already pre-consulted on, please contact Planning Services. |
Plans of Subdivision and Condominium |
Find requirementsApplications for Plans of Subdivision and Condiminium are subject to a mandatory Pre-consultation with Planning Services. If you have not pre-consulted yet, please visit the Request Planning Pre-Consultation Page to learn how to apply. |
Property information report |
Find requirementsA 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 Request Form. Submit and payTo apply:
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Planning letters |
Find requirementsFor some Provincial Licenses, you need a zoning confirmation letter from the City. These include licences for:
Download the Planning Letter Request Form. Submit and payTo receive a zoning confirmation or agreement status letter:
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