Zoning By-law Update

The Town of Erin is updating its Comprehensive Zoning By-law. The process will simplify land use planning in the Town and foster development that is compatible with the existing character of the community. The Comprehensive Zoning By-law review will be undertaken in five phases.

There will be opportunities for community engagement throughout the process, including a community information meeting/open house, a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act, and the review of draft documents as they become available. The Town anticipates completing this review in 2026.

What is a Zoning By-law?

A Zoning By-law is a legal document prepared in accordance with the requirements under Section 34 of the Planning Act. It implements the Town's Official Plan policies by providing standards for how a property may be developed, including:

• the types of uses, buildings, and structures that are permitted on a property;
• lot sizes, lot coverage, and building heights;
• setbacks from streets, lot lines, and natural heritage features; and
• parking and landscaping requirements, among other provisions.

Why is the Town reviewing its Zoning By-law?

The Town's Zoning By-law Update is required to implement the land use policies set out in Erin's Official Plan, and recent changes to planning legislation.

This project also provides an opportunity to modernize and streamline the Town's zoning requirements, with consideration for new or revised definitions, Zones, and standards to support the vision to guide future development in Erin.

The updated Zoning By-law will be a more user-friendly and accessible document, which is easier to understand for all users.

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