Access the secure Cityview Portal 24/7 for submitting planning application forms and proposals. The Portal accepts credit card payments. Learn more about the Development Review Process.
Land Use Planning
The Planning Division provides services regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law documents for the Town of Collingwood, exercising control over the subdivision of land, and indirectly by providing municipal services and pursuing municipal policies that support and reinforce the land use planning objectives of the Municipality and the County of Simcoe. Our suite of services is detailed in an accordion below.
The Planning Division accepts, on behalf of Council, proposed changes to land use and coordinates the review and approval process. Visit the Provincial Government website regarding Land Use Planning for resources to plan for municipal growth and development including information about Ontario’s Greenbelt and the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Learn about Ontario's vision, laws, policies, and processes for land use.
Staff Delegated Approval for Site Plan Control and Condominium Exemptions
Service Capacity Allocation Policy
Mapping Information
These maps provide Official Plan, Zoning By-law, Development Activity, and Heritage Properties information.
Land Use Planning Interactive Map
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Meetings and Attending the Office
It is strongly encouraged that if an in-person meeting with staff is requested, a meeting is scheduled with the pertinent staff member prior to attending the office. Virtual meetings will be scheduled using either Microsoft Teams or ZOOM. Please email planning@collingwood.ca to request a meeting, including the topic and agenda for your meeting.
Comments
The comments above are made to the best of the Town's knowledge using all of the information and resources available at the posting time. The information contained herein is believed to be correct, however, the Town assumes no liability for negligence, inaccuracies, or omissions. You are welcome to make a personal examination of the applicable information by request via Microsoft Teams or by email to planning@collingwood.ca
Planning Act Notification
Individuals who make written submissions with respect to a Planning Act application should be aware that their submission (comments) and any personal information in their correspondence will become part of the public record (file) and made available to the Applicant, Committee, and Council.
Enter through the doors and turn immediately to the left, do not enter into the Library.
Take the stairs or elevator to the offices.
If you are unable to utilize our 24/7 Registered Portal Service, https://cvportal.collingwood.ca/portal
Please mail Cheque's to the Attention of: Accounts Payable
The Town of Collingwood
PO Box 157
Collingwood, ON. L9Y 3Z5
Cheque's are to be mailed separately and directed to the Treasury Office under separate cover.
For Purolator send to 97 Hurontario Street
Collingwood, ON. L9Y 3Z5