Planning and Building applications during COVID-19
Please be advised the submission process for Planning and Building applications has changed to accommodate physical distancing practices and staffing during the COVID-19 pandemic. The following drop-off options are available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm:
If the item being dropped off is in a standard business envelope:
- The envelope can be placed in the mail dropbox at City Hall, 26 Francis Street, Lindsay, located outside of the building's Colborne Street entrance.
- The receptionist of City Hall will collect the envelopes from the dropbox and direct them to the appropriate person(s).
If the item is larger than a standard business envelope:
- Come to the Colborne Street entrance of City Hall and ring the black doorbell beside the door.
- The receptionist will answer the door and accept the items being dropped off. Please respect the receptionist's physical distance by placing the item on the ground and giving at least 6 feet of space.
- The receptionist will then direct the items to the appropriate person(s).
The Planning Division is responsible for the administration, review and processing of development applications submitted under the Planning Act, and prepares various Agreements and By-laws.We administer the City’s Official Plan and Secondary Plans, manage growth, and lead other policy initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I submit a planning inquiry?
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Send an email to the Planning Division and a Planner will be in touch with you within two business days.
We require a valid address, Assessment Roll Number or a Property Identification Number (PIN) of the property you are inquiring about.
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What is the Zoning of my property?
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A Zoning By-law establishes and regulates the use of land, its scale and intensity.
To check the zoning of a property in the City of Kawartha Lakes, use the City’s Planning and Property Viewer and review the applicable Zoning By-law text.
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Resources
Development Applications
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The Planning and Development department is responsible for processing development applications under the Planning Act.
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Development Engineering
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Annual Infrastructure Guidelines Update
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Annual Updates to the Development Engineering Website and Infrastructure Guidelines - December 2018
Universal
• Dates - changed to reflect 2019
Water
• New City By-Law 2018-036 - Regulate Water and Wastewater Services
• New Ministry title - Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)
• Removed references to "Appendix" - now "Supporting Documentation"
• Added Watermain Commissioning Work Plan
Sanitary
• 5.7 Pipe Deflection - updated to reflect OPSS
Storm and Stormwater
• IDF - updated to reflect current as per Kawartha Conservation (KRCA)
Drafting Standards
• Update to confirm Record drawings as per PEO (stamped as recorded information)
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Engineering Drafting Standards
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Read the Engineering Drafting Standards
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Sanitary Infrastructure Guidelines
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The City of Kawartha Lakes Infrastructure Guidelines are intended as a guide to provide a clear engineering basis for new development design, to establish a consistent guideline of minimum standards, and to improve the processing speed of site plan and plan of subdivision applications for approval within the City. The development review process involves multiple review agencies all having their own guidelines, policies and criteria. Where a discrepancy exists between the guidelines presented in these documents and other agency guidelines, the proponent shall identify the discrepancy to the City for review. Changes and revisions to the Guidelines may occur and it is the responsibility of the Developer's Consulting Engineer and or the Developer to obtain a copy of the latest version available on the City website at the time of engineering design.
Read the 2020 Sanitary Infrastructure Guidelines
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Storm and Stormwater Infrastructure Guidelines
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The City of Kawartha Lakes Infrastructure Guidelines are intended as a guide to provide a clear engineering basis for new development design, to establish a consistent guideline of minimum standards, and to improve the processing speed of site plan and plan of subdivision applications for approval within the City. The development review process involves multiple review agencies all having their own guidelines, policies and criteria. Where a discrepancy exists between the guidelines presented in these documents and other agency guidelines, the proponent shall identify the discrepancy to the City for review. Changes and revisions to the Guidelines may occur and it is the responsibility of the Developer's Consulting Engineer and or the Developer to obtain a copy of the latest version available on the City website at the time of engineering design.
Read the 2020 Storm and Stormwater Infrastructure Guidelines
Storm and Stormwater Supporting Documentation
• Conservation Authority and Other Regulated Boundaries Map
• CN Value Conversion Table
• Storm Sewer Design Sheet
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Road Infrastructure Guidelines
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The City of Kawartha Lakes Infrastructure Guidelines are intended as a guide to provide a clear engineering basis for new development design, to establish a consistent guideline of minimum standards, and to improve the processing speed of site plan and plan of subdivision applications for approval within the City. The development review process involves multiple review agencies all having their own guidelines, policies and criteria. Where a discrepancy exists between the guidelines presented in these documents and other agency guidelines, the proponent shall identify the discrepancy to the City for review. Changes and revisions to the Guidelines may occur and it is the responsibility of the Developer's Consulting Engineer and or the Developer to obtain a copy of the latest version available on the City website at the time of engineering design.
Read the 2020 Road Infrastructure Guidelines
Road Cross Section Standard Drawings
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Water Infrastructure Guidelines
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The City of Kawartha Lakes Infrastructure Guidelines are intended as a guide to provide a clear engineering basis for new development design, to establish a consistent guideline of minimum standards, and to improve the processing speed of site plan and plan of subdivision applications for approval within the City. The development review process involves multiple review agencies all having their own guidelines, policies and criteria. Where a discrepancy exists between the guidelines presented in these documents and other agency guidelines, the proponent shall identify the discrepancy to the City for review. Changes and revisions to the Guidelines may occur and it is the responsibility of the Developer's Consulting Engineer and or the Developer to obtain a copy of the latest version available on the City website at the time of engineering design.
Read the 2020 Water Infrastructure Guidelines
Watermain Standard Drawings
Water Infrastructure Supporting Documentation
If you require any of these documents in an alternate format, please call 705 324-9411 extension 1146.
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Official Plans and Secondary Plans
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City of Kawartha Lakes Official Plan
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The Official Plan is created with public input and guides the use of land in Kawartha Lakes. Read the City of Kawartha Lakes Official Plan.
The City of Kawartha Lakes Official Plan:
- tells us where new housing, industry, offices and shops will go
- identifies land that needs protection from development
- helps us plan for services like roads, watermains, sewers, parks and schools that will be needed in the future
- describes when and in what order parts of your community will grow
As of February 6, 2012, sections of this City of Kawartha Lakes Official Plan are under Appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board. A complete listing of appealed Sections and Schedules is noted in Appendix K of the Official Plan. An updated Official Plan will be posted online once made available. Please email the Planning Division or call 705-324-9411 extension 1231 for more information.
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Lindsay Official Plan
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Lindsay Official Plan schedules and appendix
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Fenelon Falls Official Plan
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Fenelon Falls Official Plan schedules and appendix
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Oak Ridges Moraine Official Plan
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Read the Oak Ridges Moraine Official Plan.
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Oak Ridges Moraine Official Plan schedules and appendix
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Secondary Plans
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Secondary Plans are more detailed land use plans prepared for five settlement areas including Bobcaygeon, Fenelon Falls, Lindsay, Omemee, and Woodville. The Ontario Municipal Board is currently reviewing the proposed amendments in the secondary plans for these communities. Please be advised that the secondary plans listed below are current and all have been appealed.
Lindsay
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- Lindsay Secondary Plan
- Lindsay Land Use Schedule
- Lindsay Environmental Constraint Mapping
- Lindsay Transportation Mapping
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Bobcaygeon
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- Bobcaygeon Secondary Plan
- Bobcaygeon Land Use Schedule
- Bobcaygeon Environmental Constraint Mapping
- Bobcaygeon Transportation Mapping
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Omemee
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- Omemee Secondary Plan
- Omemee Land Use Schedule
- Omemee Environmental Constraint Mapping
- Omemee Transportation Mapping
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Fenelon Falls
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Woodville
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General Amendments and Schedule Documents
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- General Amendments
- Official Plan Schedule A-2 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule A-3 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule A-4 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule A-5 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule B-2 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule B-3 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule B-4 Updates
- Official Plan Schedule B-5 Updates
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Planning Fees
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The amended Consolidated Fees By-Law 2017-041 outlines all planning fees.
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Provincial Plans and Legislation
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The Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and the Ministry of Housing is responsible for provincial land use planning and policy development in Ontario. The Planning Act establishes the rules and processes for land use planning and describes how land uses may be controlled, changed, and how these decisions are made.
Other relevant legislation includes:
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Zoning By-Laws
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Zoning By-laws govern the detailed use of land, the placement and size of building and structures, and other matters such as parking, loading, and landscaping. The City has 19 zoning by-laws that cover the City of Kawartha Lakes.
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| Bobcaygeon |
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| Carden |
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| Dalton |
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| Eldon |
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| Emily |
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| Fenelon Falls |
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| Fenelon Township |
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| Laxton, Digby, and Longford |
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| Lindsay |
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| Manvers |
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| Mariposa |
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| Omemee |
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| Ops |
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| Oak Ridges Moraine |
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| Somerville |
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| Sturgeon Point |
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| Verulam |
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Current Planning Initiatives
Aggregate Policy Review (OPA 11)
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Current Development Applications
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Notice of public meetings regarding development applications will be posted on the notices section of our website.
You can view a schedule of upcoming Council and Planning Committee meetings and associated documents on our Council and Committee Calendar.
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Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review
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