Planning

Growth in Georgian Bluffs is managed through Land Use Planning in a way that respects environmental, social, and economic concerns while following the objectives and policies of the Official Plan. Planning Staff are here to support residents and landowners regarding the use of their property as it pertains to the Official Plan and Zoning By-laws. 


Where to Start

Before starting your application, schedule a Pre-Consultation with the Planning Department. This meeting is required to ensure you know what’s needed to streamline your application process.

You can apply online through Cloudpermit for:

  • Severances (Consents)
  • Minor Variances
  • Zoning By-law Amendments
  • Site Plans and Subdivisions
  • Official Plan Amendments
  • and more!

Buying a Property?

If you are interested in buying property in Georgian Bluffs, but would like more information about what you can build, Start by:

You can also consider applying for Land Use Inquiry with our planning staff for a $150 fee. This form provides feedback from planning staff regarding permitted uses and potential development opportunities or constraints.


Planning Fees


Service

Application Fee

Property Inquiry

$155

Planning Opinion / Zoning Certification Letter

$155

Formal Pre-Consultation

$510

Minor Agreement Preparation (encroachment agreement, private road agreement, no demand for service agreement, development agreement)

$305

Ontario Land Tribunal Attendance

$980 per day

Service

Application Fee

Deposit

Official Plan Amendment (major)

$6,630

$6,000

Official Plan Amendment (minor)

$3,875

$4,000

Zoning By-law Amendment (major)

$3,975

$6,000

Zoning By-law Amendment (minor)

$2,960

 

Zoning By-law Amendment (small scale)

$1,940

 

Temporary Use By-law

$1,125

 

Lift of Hold By-law

$530

 

Deeming By-law

$870

 

Part Lot Control by-law

$870

 

Service

Application Fee

Deposit

Subdivision (major)

$8,160

$10,000

Subdivision (minor)

$3,060

$10,000

Extension of Draft Plan Approval of Subdivision

$510

 

Draft Plan Amendments / Red-Lined Revisions

$870

 

Condominium (major)

$8,160

$10,000

Condominium (minor)

$3,060

$10,000

Condominium Conversion

$510

 

Extension of Draft Plan Approval of Condominium

$510

 

Pre-Servicing Agreement

$870

 

Service

Application Fee

Deposit

Site Plan Approval (major)

$6,630

$6,000

Site Plan Approval (minor)

$3,875

$4,000

Site Plan Approval (small scale)

$1,225

 

Amendment To Site Plan Agreement

$510

 

Service

Application Fee

Severance (Consent) Application

$1,940

Minor Variance Application

$1,125

Request for a Change of Conditions

$510

Consent Certification

$360

Consent Cancellation Certificate

$510

Validation of Title Certificate

$510

Service

Application Fee

Parkland Dedication Fee- For land proposed for development or redevelopment for commercial or industrial use.

As per the Ontario Planning Act

Parkland Dedication Fee- For Residential Plans of Subdivision and Condominium

As per the Ontario Planning Act

Parkland Dedication Fee- For Severance (Consent) Applications

$1,200 per lot created

Cash-in-lieu of Parking

$715

Service

Application Fee

Municipal Consultation for Renewable Energy Projects

$5,100