The City of Port Colborne Official Plan was approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (now the Ontario Land Tribunal) on November 25. 2013. The Official Plan sets long-term goals and objectives for our community, guides our By-laws, and informs Council on land-use decisions and how to manage change.
What is an Official Plan?
An Official Plan is an important planning document which sets out the land use policy directions for long-term growth and development in the municipality.
Official Plan Schedules |
Schedule A: City Wide Land Use Schedule A3: Hamlets – Gasline Schedule A4: Hamlets – Sherkston Schedule B1: Environmental Protection Area Schedule B2: Environmental Conservation Area Schedule B3: Vulnerable Aquifer Area Schedule C: Mineral Aggregate and Petroleum Resources Schedule E: Sherkston Shores Secondary Plan Schedule F: East Waterfront Secondary Plan |
Official Plan Appendices |
Official Plan Amendments |
Occasionally, it is necessary to amend the policies and/or designations within the Official Plan in order to address new policies, local issues, new opportunities or development. Opportunities for public review and input are provided prior to the City adopting Official Plan Amendments. Before submitting your application, it is recommended that you consult with staff to discuss the merits of your application and identify required supporting documentation. You must complete an Official Plan Amendment Application. For information regarding current Official Plan Amendments underway, please refer to our Current Applications page. |
More information |
For more information on Provincial and Regional Policies, please see the following: A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe |
For a complete guide to Official Plans, check out our Citizen's Guide to Official Plans.
Contact information
For more information regarding the City of Port Colborne's Official Plan please contact the Planning Department.