Planning Applications and Permits

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 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 $1,500.00 (plus actual costs as required) to submit a minor variance application. 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