Planning services is responsible for the overall planning and policy direction for land development in the municipality. This includes the Official Plan and Comprehensive Zoning By-law administration, as well as the review and process of development applications and recommendations for Council.
Planning Services is responsible for:
- Preparing planning policy and looking after related documents such as the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law; and
- Processing and evaluating development applications
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Consent (Severance) |
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A property owner who wishes to:
Consent applications are heard before the Committee of Adjustment and meetings are held monthly. |
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Minor Variance |
| A variance is a minor change to the zoning by-law for a specific property. When an item in the zoning by-law can't be met, a variance is needed. Property owners are advised to consult with Planning staff prior to submitting a Minor Variance application. |
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Official Plan Amendment |
| The Official Plan sets out the general vision, goals and objectives for the municipality. It describes the policies on how land should be used. The Official Plan provides a framework for the municipal zoning by-law and ensures that future growth meets the needs of our community.
An Official Plan application is required to change the designation of lands for a specific use. |
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Site Plan Control |
| Site Plan Approval is required for properties within a certain zone. These include all commercial, industrial and institutional zoned properties. Site Plan approval must be granted prior to building permits being issued. Property owners are advised to consult with Planning staff prior to submitting a Site Plan application. |
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Zoning By-law Amendment |
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Every property within Grey Highlands is subject to policies in the Zoning By-law. A zoning by-law contains provisions that regulate the use, size, height, density and location of buildings on properties. The by-law consists of maps to show what zone each property is in and the permitted uses for each zone. Property owners are advised to consult with Planning staff prior to submitting a Zoning By-law Amendment application. |
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Lift of Hold |
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Communiciation Tower Protocol |
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Industry Canada is the Federal Government Department responsible for regulating telecommunications in Canada. Under the Radiocommunication Act, Industry Canada acts as the approval authority for the establishment of radiocommunication and broadcasting apparatuses such as antenna systems (this may include masts, towers, and other supporting structures). The purpose of this Municipal Protocol and Guideline is to clearly outline the land use consultation process to be followed by telecommunication carriers when submitting a proposal to modify or install a telecommunication tower within the Municipality of Grey Highlands for both non-municipal-owned properties and on municipal-owned properties.
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Forest Management |
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Forest Management is handled by the County of Grey. Before you decide to cut down or alter trees you should Call before you Cut.
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Property owners are advised to consult with Planning staff prior to submitting an application for consideration by Council or the Committee of Adjustment.
A listing of current planning applications is available on our Document Center. The list is currently being updated.
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