Official Plan
An official plan is a municipal policy document, adopted and approved under the Planning Act, that outlines Council's vision for the Township over the next 20 years. It begins as a snapshot of the Township and, over time grows and adjusts to new or changing needs.
Official Plan |
The Township of Wainfleet Official Plan contains goals, objective and policies to manage and direct change and its effects on the social, economic and natural environment of the municipality. This includes policies that apply to residential, commercial, industrial, institutional and other land uses. SchedulesSchedule A – Municipal Structure Schedule B – Land Use (Township) Schedule B1 – Land Use (Chambers Corners) Schedule B2 – Land Use (Becketts Bridge) Schedule B3 – Land Use (Wainfleet) Schedule B4 – Land Use (Winger) Schedule B5 – Land Use (Hendershot Corners) Schedule B6 – Land Use (Wellandport) Schedule B7 – Land Use (Ostryhon Corners) Schedule B8 – Land Use (Burnaby) Schedule B9 – Land Use (Lakeshore Area) Schedule C – Waste Disposal Assessment Areas Schedule D – Transportation and Cycling Network Schedule E – Natural Environment Features Schedule F – Mineral Aggregate Resource Areas and Natural Gas Resource Areas AppendicesAppendix 1 – Significant Groundwater Recharge Areas Appendix 2 – Areas of High Aquifer Vulnerability Appendix 3 – Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Regulation Area |
What is my property designated? |
To find the designation for your property please follow the steps below. If you require assistance, please contact the Planning Technician.
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How do I apply for an official plan amendment? |
If you wish to develop your property differently than what the Township's Official Plan prescribes, you may submit an application for an official plan amendment. A pre-consultation meeting is required before you can submit an application. The pre-consultation meeting will identify any studies or information that is required to be submitted with your application and the required application fees. Pre-consultation Meeting Request Form |