New Development Proposals:
You need to submit Planning Act Applications to the Township of Nipissing if you’d like to propose a new development. This includes:
- Plan of Subdivision
- Official Plan Amendment
- Zoning By-law Amendment
- Site Plan Control
- Consent/Severance
- Minor Variances
Book A Pre-Consultation Meeting:
Prior to submitting a Planning Act application, we recommend that you book a pre-consultation with the Land Planning Administrator, edo@nipissingtownship.com
When scheduling a pre-consultation meeting, please submit a site plan of the overall proposed development and any other details you may have that can assist staff with understanding the proposal. We can review your application and make sure that you have all necessary documents and approvals before you submit.
Minor Variance Applications:
A Minor Variance application provides specific relief from the Township’s Zoning By-Law if the Committee of Adjustment agrees that the request is minor.
Minor Variances must maintain the general intent of the Zoning By-Law and Official Plan.
Please contact us at edo@nipissingtownship.com or 705-724-2144 Ext. 225 for a copy of the application. We’re happy to provide you with the application form and submission instructions.
Fees:
There is an administration fee, non-refundable of $ 500.00 and a refundable deposit of $ 2,500 (plus actual costs as required) to submit the following Planning Act Approvals:
Consent Application
Application Fee (Non-Refundable) $ 500.00
Refundable Deposit (Plus Actual Costs As Required) $ 2,500.00
Granting of Consent (Certificate) (Non-Refundable) $ 250.00
Minor Variance
Administration Fee (Non-Refundable) $ 500.00
Refundable Deposit (Plus Actual Costs As Required) $ 2,500.00
Zoning By-Law Amendment
Administration Fee (Non-Refundable) $ 500.00
Refundable Deposit (Plus Actual Costs As Required) $ 2,500.00
Site Plan Control
Administration Fee (Non-Refundable) $ 500.00
Refundable Deposit (Plus Actual Costs As Required) $ 2,500.00
We accept payment in cash, debit, or cheque. Please make cheques payable to Township of Nipissing.
Application Details:
Please ensure you have the following information as part of your application:
• Sketch or site plan
• Photographs of the existing buildings on the property as digital files
• Elevation drawing and floor plan clearly showing the existing structure and/or proposed addition or structure, if applicable
• Copies of any correspondence, approvals or permits from outside agencies
Consent/Severance Applications:
If you’d like to apply for a land severance or consent, such as the creation of a new lot, addition to an existing lot or the granting of right-of-way, you’ll need approval from the Committee of Adjustment.
Please contact us for a copy of the application. We’re happy to provide you with the application form and submission instructions.
Consent Application Processing Procedure
Official Plan:
Committee of Adjustment – Application/Procedure:
Road Closing Application:
Zoning By-Law:
Amendments to Zoning By-Law 2020-20, as amended:
5.13 Special Zone No. 13 (678 Sunset Cove Road)
5.14 Special Zone No.14 (3850 Highway 654)
5.14 Special Zone No.15 (3758 Alsace Road)
Removal of a Holding (H) Symbol (3292 Highway 534)
By-Law No. 2022-26 (1945 Alsace Road)
By-Law No. 2022-23 Trailers, Motor Homes and Campers
By-Law No. 2022-41 (Con 10 PT Broken: Lot 29, Duncan Lake)
Removal of Holding (H) Symbol (2675 Highway 654)
5.16 Special Zone No. 16 (Lake Nipissing Road)
By-Law 2022-57 (165 Muskeg Road)
By-Law 2023-22 and Removal a Holding (H) Symbol (3568 Highway 534)
By-Law 2024-05 (118 Chapman’s Landing Road)
By-Law 2024-40 (Special Zone 18 to permit the development of a recreational dwelling)
By-Law 2024-47( Special Zone 19, Spanner Island)
By-Law 2025-06 (Special Zone 20, 707 Sunset Cove Road)
By-Law 2025-21 (Special Zone 21& 22, Ponderosa Road)