Should Powassan's New 20-Year Land Use Plan Be Approved?
Official title: Municipality of Powassan - Approval of a municipality’s official plan
The Municipality of Powassan wants to replace its 2005 official plan with a new one that will guide development for the next 20 years. The province is reviewing whether it aligns with provincial planning rules. This decision is final and cannot be appealed.
Why This Matters
Live in Powassan? This plan decides where homes, businesses, and farms can go for the next two decades. It affects property values, what you can build on your land, and how your community grows. Once approved, there's no appeal.
What Could Change
If approved, the new official plan replaces the 2005 plan and becomes the legal framework for all land use decisions in Powassan. Zoning changes, development permits, and subdivision approvals will all need to conform to it. The Minister may approve it as-is or with modifications.
Key Issues
- Does the new plan align with the Provincial Planning Statement 2024?
- Does it conform to the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario?
- Are the local land use policies appropriate for Powassan's next 20 years?
How to Participate
- Review the Powassan Adopted Official Plan and the Official Plan Schedules to understand the proposed changes.
- Submit your comments through this consultation page or email blaine.yatabe@ontario.ca by the deadline.