OFFICIAL PLAN
The Comprehensive Official Plan for the Township of Lanark Highlands received formal approval by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on March 26, 2003. The Official Plan is a legal document containing the objectives and policies established primarily to provide guidance for the physical development of the township while having regard to relevant social, economic and environmental matters.
Regard shall be given to all provisions and policies of the Official Plan and the Provincial Policy Statement in reviewing all types of Planning applications (e.g. official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, subdivisions, consents, minor variances).
Copies are available to purchase ($40. each). We encourage interested persons to
contact Amanda Mabo at 613-259-2398 (ext. 231) or e-mail your request to:
clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca
(Download Official Plan)
COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BYLAW
The Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Township of Lanark Highlands was adopted by Council on the 18th of November 2003.
The Zoning By-law affects all lands within the Township of Lanark Highlands. Zoning regulates the use of land, buildings and structures, but does not regulate building materials or the manner of construction; these are covered by the Building Code. The By-law prohibits development on flood plains, steep slopes, marshy or unstable areas, rocky areas and hazardous areas. It may also prohibit development on contaminated lands, groundwater recharge areas and sensitive aquifers. Zoning also protects natural heritage features, e.g. wildlife habitat, wetlands, shorelines, woodlands, etc. and
archaeological sites.
Before you build be sure to check the zoning requirements of your property.
Copies are available to purchase ($40. each). We encourage interested persons to
contact Amanda Mabo at 613-259-2398 (ext. 231) or e-mail your request to:
clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca
(Download Zoning By-law)
SEVERANCES
If you are thinking about severing a piece of property, please contact Amanda
Mabo at the Township Office at (613) 259-2398 x231. The Land Division Committee of the County of Lanark is the approval authority for all
severances in the County, including the Township of Lanark Highlands. Township staff will assist you with your application and provide specific information regarding
severance requirements (lot sites, timing, etc.). Prior to granting a severance the Land Division Committee will consult with Township Council seeking input regarding the
appropriateness of the proposal. Severance applications typically take between 2 and 3 months to be completed, so it is important that you contact us early to avoid disappointment.
We are available to serve the ratepayers of our community by encouraging safe and attractive development which meets the present and future needs of our residents. Please explore our website further, and we encourage you to contact the Planning Department/Building Department prior to submitting any applications.
For further information please contact:
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