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.
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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.
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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. |
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| The Committee of Adjustment makes decisions on Minor Variances. Visit our community calendar for information on upcoming meetings. | ||||
Development Charges
Development Charges (DCs) assist in financing capital projects required to meet the increased need for services resulting from growth and development. DCs may only be used for the purpose for which they are collected.
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.
In 2022, a new Development Charges Background Study and Proposed By-Law were posted for public review, in accordance with the provisions of the Development Charges Act, 1997 as amended. A public meeting was held on April 5, 2022. The Development Charges By-Law was adopted on April 19, 2022. Notice of Passage of the Development Charges By-Law has been posted. The last date for appeal was May 29, 2022. No appeals were received. The Development Charges By-Law is in full force and effect. In accordance with the Development Charges Act, 1997 as amended, a pamphlet has been prepared which explains the by-law.
The County of Bruce approved collecting DCs for new development to reduce the cost to taxpayers for improvements to our services due to new population growth including; Paramedic Services, Roadways and Bridges, Parks and Trails, Childcare, and Long-Term Care. Information about Development Charges can be found on the Bruce County website.
