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Subdivisions
What is a Subdivision?
Generally, when you divide a piece of land into two or more parcels
in order to sell one or more parcels, you are subdividing
property and the provisions of
Ontario's Planning Act and its Regulations
come into effect.
If your proposal involves creating
only one or two parcels, you may be able to seek approval for a land
severance. See Land Severance for further information.
Who is the Approval Authority
for Plans of Subdivision?
The City of Pickering is the approval authority in Pickering. The
City was delegated approval authority, from the Region of Durham on
January 2, 2002.
Subdivision approval ensures that:
- the land is suitable for its
proposed new use,
- the proposal conforms to Durham
Region's Official Plan, Pickering's Official Plan and Provincial
legislation and policy, and
- the community is protected from
development, which is inappropriate or might put an undue strain
on facilities, services or finances.
What is a Draft Plan of
Subdivision?
A draft plan of subdivision is a proposal to subdivide property. It
generally shows topographic information, natural heritage features,
such as creeks and vegetation, and the proposed lots and streets.
What is a Registered Plan of
Subdivision?
A registered plan of subdivision is a legal document that implements
an approved draft plan of subdivision. A registered plan of
subdivision shows:
- the exact survey boundaries and
dimensions of lots on which houses or buildings are to be built,
- the location, width and names of
streets, and
- blocks of land for other community
purposes, such as schools or parks.
For more
information about land-use planning, visit the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing website:
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