The Planning Department provides information and advice to the general public and Council. It also provides guidance for the development of the municipality, with respect to land use planning including the Municipality's Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
Planning is responsible for both short and long range planning within the Municipality, including the processing of Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments, Site Plan Approvals, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium, applications to purchase Shore and Concession Road Allowances, and provides staff support to the Committee of Adjustment.
The Official Plan sets out the Municipality's general policies for future land use. Zoning By-laws put the plan into effect and provide for its day-to-day administration. They contain specific requirements that are legally enforceable. Construction or new development that does not comply or conform with the policies are not permitted, and the municipality will refuse to issue a building permit.
The Zoning By-law controls the use of land in your community. It states how land may be used, where buildings and other structures can be located, the types of buildings that are permitted and how they may be used, the lot sizes and dimensions.
The West Parry Sound Geography Network is a interactive mapping application available for public users to access geographical information pertaining to the West Parry Sound Region.
