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 is your chance to weigh in before the Minister makes a final decision.
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. Even if you're nearby, development patterns here could shape the region.
What Could Change
If approved, the new official plan replaces the 2005 version and becomes the legal framework for all land use decisions in Powassan. Zoning changes, building permits, and subdivision approvals would all need to follow this new plan. The Minister's decision is final with no appeal.
Key Issues
- Does the new plan align with the Provincial Planning Statement 2024?
- Does the plan conform with the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario?
- Are the proposed 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 comment through the consultation page by January 1, 2026. Include ERO number 025-1221 in your submission.
- Or email your feedback to blaine.yatabe@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1221 in the subject line.
Submit Your Input
Tips for Your Submission
- Include ERO number 025-1221 in your email or letter