Land use planning enables the County to establish both long- and short-term goals and objectives for growth and development, while considering social, economic, and environmental factors.
The planning department provides professional land use planning recommendations to Council, committees, and member municipalities including:
- Implementing and updating the County of Frontenac Official Plan
- Processing applications for amendments to the County of Frontenac Official Plan
- Approving township Official Plans and processing applications for amendments to township Official Plans
- Processing applications for plans of subdivision, condominium, and part lot control
- Conducting regional studies in support of the County Official Plan
- Providing expert testimony before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT)
The County of Frontenac also performs planning services for the Township of Frontenac Islands, the Township of Central Frontenac, and the Township of North Frontenac. Please visit the respective township website for more information including the township Official Plan and zoning bylaw, and applications for minor variances and consents (severances, lot additions, and easements).
For more information on County planning policies or for inquiries related to purchasing property or planning for a business, please review the information below.
- County of Frontenac Official Plan
- Planning for a business in Frontenac
- Subdivision/Condominium Application Instructions
- Purchasing Property in Frontenac
- Planning Applications and Fees
County of Frontenac Official Plan
The County of Frontenac Official Plan is the framework for guiding land use changes in the County to 2034 for protecting and managing the natural environment, directing and influencing growth patterns, and facilitating the vision of the County as expressed through its residents. The Official Plan was adopted by County Council in 2014 and approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on January 11, 2016. The Plan is focused on the six themes: economic sustainability, growth management, community building, housing and social services, heritage and culture, and environmental sustainability. The plan is amended from time to time to reflect changes in provincial regulations and to ensure the document continues to reflect the needs of the region.
All planning decisions in the County must conform to the County of Frontenac Official Plan.
To learn more about studies that have been completed in support of the Official Plan, please refer to Studies, Plans and Reports.
Planning for a Business in Frontenac
It is important to understand the land use planning regulations that will impact your new or expanding business. Please refer to the Planning for a Business in Frontenac document for more information on the different types of businesses, important considerations, and for additional resources.
Purchasing Property in Frontenac
Key considerations when purchasing property in Frontenac include understanding the property type, how the property is accessed, and how water and sewage is managed. It is also important to understand how the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw regulations may apply. Please refer to the Purchasing a Property in Frontenac document for more information.
Zoning by-law infraction complaints
Complete the zoning by-law complaint form.