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The Town of South Bruce Peninsula works with the County of Bruce Planning Department and others to support development and planning initiatives in our community.

Commercial, industrial and residential development applicants are required to submit a pre-consultation application please note that the fee for pre-consultation is $75.00. For more information please contact our Economic Development Officer.

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Planning Responsibilities

Planning-related duties and decision-making are shared among the County of Bruce, the Town of South Bruce Peninsula's Committee of Adjustment and Council.  

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula

As leaders of the community, the Town is tasked with positioning the municipality as a place that people are attracted to and want to spend their time.  Because of this, staff works closely with residents, businesses, developers, neighbourhood groups and other community members to ensure the successful completion of development projects.  The municipality is taking a progressive approach to development, including updating infrastructure to enable future growth.

Commercial, industrial and residential development applicants are requested to submit a pre-consultation application to the municipality prior to the submission of applications for:

  • Official Plan Amendments
  • Zoning By-Law Amendments
  • Draft Plans of Subdivision
  • Draft Plans of Condominium
  • Site Plan Control Agreements

 

The County of Bruce

The County administers the process for Minor Variances, Zoning By-law Amendments, Official Plan Amendments, Consents/Severances and Plans of Subdivisions and Condos.

If you have any questions about these development activities, contact the County Planning Department.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment makes decisions on Minor Variances. Visit our community calendar for information on upcoming meetings.

 

Development Charges

In 2016, the Town implemented Development Charges.  Development Charges apply to the areas known as South Wiarton and Outside of South Wiarton - both areas are in and immediately around the community of Wiarton.  Development Charges are due upon the issuance of a building permit - some exceptions apply.

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