| What is "Site Plan Control"?
Site Plan Control is a development review process which evaluates the layout of site features, (buildings, parking areas, landscaping, etc.), but not the interior spaces of the proposed structures. It seeks to mitigate the impact of development on municipal infrastructure, as well as create a high standards level for development. It works prior to the building permit process.
Any development, redevelopment, or site alteration may proceed only with approval of the site plan control process. The development of a single detached dwelling is exempted.
What is the process for Site Plan Control Approval?
The application is received by staff at the municipal office. (Please see the next section for items that should be included in the application).
The Development Services Review Committee, made up of staff, will evaluate the completed application. The applicant may be required to meet with the Committee in order to discuss the application.
The Committee may support the application, or ask the applicant to make modifications to it.
Once the Committee is satisfied with the application, the staff will draw up a site plan agreement. The document sets out the details of the site plan and any agreements that the developer is required to enter into in order to ensure that development is carried out properly.
The site plan and site plan agreement will be forwarded to Municipal Council for final approval.
Council, may approve the application, refuse the application, or make modifications to it.
If the application is approved, the applicant will be required to sign the site plan agreement, pay any deposits and fees, and ensure that the agreement is registered on title.
The Engineering Department will oversee that the development follows the site plan agreement.
What items do I need to include in my application?
Three items must be submitted when the application is first made:
Application form Site Plan Application - Revised 2012
Site Plan
Application Fee
Site Plan Control Brochure
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