Planning

Apply for a Consent if you need to change the boundaries of a property. This process, also called a severance, can create a new lot, add land to an existing lot, or establish rights to use part of a property.

Consent to Sever Application Form

Apply for a Minor Variance if you need a small adjustment to zoning rules. This may include changes like exceeding height or size limits, or reducing the required distance from a property line. Approval is required to ensure the change fits within the community’s planning goals.

Minor Variance Application Form

Apply for an Official Plan Amendment to request changes to the Township’s long-term land use policies. This process is used when proposed developments or land uses don’t align with the current Official Plan and require formal review and approval. Amendments ensure that growth and development remain consistent with community goals and provincial policies.

Official Plan Amendment Application Form

Apply for a Site Plan Application to ensure your development follows approved plans and minimizes impacts on the surrounding area. The site plan details the location of buildings, services, driveways, walkways, parking, landscaping, and how these fit within the neighborhood.

To discuss site plan requirements, please contact the Planning Coordinator to schedule an appointment.

Site Plan Application Form

Apply for a Subdivision Application to create multiple lots from a larger property. Applications are reviewed to consider factors such as community need, water and sanitary systems, road access, and environmental features.

Subdivision approvals are managed by Northumberland County Council, which has its own application process. For details on County-level requirements, please contact the Northumberland County Planning Department.

Subdivision Application Form

Apply for a Zoning By-law Amendment to request site-specific changes to your property’s zoning. This process is used when your proposed use or development doesn’t comply with the current zoning and requires formal approval to proceed.

Zoning By-law Amendment Application Form

When a property is listed for sale, it’s common for the buyer’s lawyer to request a Compliance Letter to confirm zoning and check for any outstanding work orders. This letter can be requested by the property owner, their lawyer, or their real estate agent.

Learn more about Zoning Compliance Letters