The pre-consultation provides an opportunity to clarify the information and materials that the applicant may be required to submit with their planning application. As of July 1, 2023, the Collaborative Application Pre-consultation Process will be required for new Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan Approval Applications.

Applications can now be submitted, tracked, and updated online. Learn more with the portal help guide and by visiting the Application and Permit Portal. 

For additional information and support, email developmenthelp@townofws.ca or call (905)640-1910 ext. 2442.

Review the site control requirements under the Planning Act to ensure all standards are met. 

Find out how to formally request a change to Stouffville's Official Plan with an Official Plan Amendment Application.

Review the set of regulations governing land uses that implement the policies in the Official Plan​.

Find information and applications for minor variances and consents.

Learn about the process to lift Part Lot Control restrictions from lands within registered plans of subdivisions to create parcels for sale.

A plan of subdivision or condominium is generally required where more than three lots, new roads or extensions to existing roads or services are proposed.

Learn more about the Private Tree By-law to protect private trees, mature trees, and heritage trees as it pertains to site plan, subdivision, and consent applications.

Review street naming and municipal addressing protocols and by-laws, and learn how to request a street name or address change.

Learn more about creating tiny homes, laneway homes, basement apartments, apartment additions and more.