Planning and Development
The Development Department is responsible for aiding residents and businesses in all aspects of planning and development for projects big and small.
Questions? Contact us today;
Joanna Bowes, Director
613-267-3311 ext. 2235
Jamie Rathwell, Planning Consultant
613-267-3311 ext. 2251
Hailey Mahon, Administrative Assistant - Development Services/CAO
613-267-3311 ext. 2252
For building permit information, visit our Building Services page
(Case Number OLT-23-000534)
Ontario Land Tribunal Case vs. CAIVAN (Perth GC) Limited
For updates regarding the OLT Case pertaining to CAIVAN (Perth GC) Limited, visit the Engage Perth page.
Current Applications
Residents are encouraged to provide comments on any open applications. Comments can be provided through this form.
Ricardo/EFI Engineering (2000 Rogers Rd.) - OPA-01-2025 and ZBL-03-2025
Caivan (Perth GC) Limited - OPA-01-2023, ZBL-03-2023
Press Releases
- June 9, 2025 - Next Mediation Session Set for August as Parties Work to Address Proposed Subdivision Issues
- April 1, 2025 - Mediation Continues as Parties Work to Address Proposed Subdivision Issues
- Jan. 8, 2025 - Merit Hearing Adjourned, Meditation to Address Proposed Subdivision Issues
- July 3, 2024 - Initial Merit Hearing Regarding Proposed Subdivision Adjourned, New Dates Set
- March 1, 2024 - Revised Concept Plan from CAIVAN (Perth GC) Ltd.
- March 1, 2024 - OLT Releases the List of Issues Set to be Reviewed Regarding Proposed Subdivision
- February 5, 2024 - Second Case Management Conference Regarding Proposed Subdivision to Take Place on Monday, Feb. 12
- December 18, 2023 - Media Release: Ontario Land Tribunal Case Dates Sets Regarding Proposed Subdivision
- November 15, 2023 - Media Release: Council Provides Direction to Town Solicitor Regarding Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal
- November 10, 2023 - Media Release: Special Committee of the Whole Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, November 14
- October 25, 2023 - Media Release: Case Management Conference Set Regarding Proposed Subdivision
- September 22, 2023 - Media Release: Notice of Appeal Received by the Town of Perth Regarding Proposed Subdivision
- August 10, 2023 - Public Meeting Recording
- August 10, 2023 - Presentation - Caivan Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment
- July 7, 2023 - Notice of Public Meeting, Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
- May 8, 2023 - Notice of Complete Application, Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
Witness Statements
- Town of Perth/Lanark County
- Anthony Hommik, MCIP, RPP (Jp2g Consultants Inc.)
- Eric Lalande, MCIP, RPP, Senior Planner (RVCA)
- Jennifer Luong, P.Eng. (Novatech)
- Joanna Bowes, MCIP, RPP, Director of Development Services/Town Planner (Town of Perth)
- Mark Bissett, P.Eng. (Novatech)
- Rob West, Senior Ecologist (Oakridge Environmental Limited)
- Trevor Choffe, Director of Protective Services/Fire Chief (Town of Perth)
- Tyler Bauman, B.Eng., P.Eng., Water Resources Engineer (RVCA)
- CAIVAN
- Adam Fobert, P.Eng. (David Schaeffer Engineering Ltd.)
- Alex Meacoe, P.Eng. (GEMTEC)
- Andrius Paznekas, M.Sc., P.Geo. (GEMTEC)
- Anthony Francis, Senior Ecologist (Kilgour & Associates Ltd.)
- Christopher Gordon, P. Eng. (CGH Transportation Inc.)
- Daryl Keleher, BA, BURPL, MCIP, RPP (Keleher Planning & Economic Consulting Inc.)
- Elizabeth Howson, B.E.S., MCIP, RPP (Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd.)
- Jean-Francois Sabourin, M.Eng., P.Eng. (JFSA Canada Inc.)
- Jocelyn Chandler, RPP (JFSA Canada Inc.)
Application Documents
- Cover Letter
- First Submission Comment Response Matrix
- Plan of Subdivision Grid
- Plan of Subdivision Page 1
- Plan of Subdivision Page 2
- Plan of Subdivision Page 3
- OPA Application Form
- ZBLA Application Form
- Archaeological Assessment
- Draft Plan of Subdivision
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Site Assessment
- Fiscal Impact Analysis
- Fluvial Geomorphology and Erosion Hazard Assessment
- Functional Servicing Report
- Geotechnical Investigation
- Heritage Impact Assessment
- Hydrogeological Investigation
- Hydrologic and Hydraulic Conditions Report
- Integrated Hydrological Impact Assessment
- Park Fit Plans
- Planning Rationale
- Slope Stability Analysis
- Survey Plans
- Transportation
- Urban Design Brief
Planning Information & Forms
Development Information Sessions
Watch recordings and view presentations from past sessions to stay informed about the planning process and development activity in Perth.
Session Date | Presentation | Video Recording |
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June 12, 2025 | View the presentation | View the recording |
February 3, 2025 | View the presentation | View the recording |
- Pre-Consultation Meeting Request Form
- Encroachment Application Form
- Minor Variance Application Form
- Official Plan Amendment Application Form
- Part Lot Control Application Form
- Site Plan Control Application Form
- Zoning Amendment Application Form
- Tree Permit
- Site Alteration Permit
PLEASE NOTE: Additional review fees are payable to the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
Upon receiving your application from the municipality, Rideau Valley Conservation Authority will contact you for the review fee based on the information you have provided.
Please review the Conservation Authority’s fee schedule.
Fee Schedule/Development Charges
Town of Perth
- View the 2024 fee schedule for Development Charges
- View By-law 3250-3 for Planning Fees and Charges
Lanark County
- By-law 2021-44 Revised Tariff of Fees
- View the consent fees for 2025
- Lanark County Development Charges Pamphlet
Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, brought forth a number of changes to the land use approvals system in the province. Learn more about these changes.
- Adult Supportive Housing
- Homemakers
- Homeownership Down Payment Assistance
- Housing Assistance Program (HAP)
- Portable Housing Benefit
- Renovate
Please see By-law No. 4892 for guidelines that will help you know if you can remove a tree or trees from your property, or you if you need to contact the Town for a Tree Cutting Permit before going ahead with the removal.
Development Support Team (DST)
The Development Support Team (DST) is made up of Town staff who have a responsibility for economic growth.
The DST:
- is a one-stop shop for a developer to meet with all the key stakeholders
- delivers a coordinated response with the aim of facilitating development in our community
The team meets at least once a month to discuss and review:
- Current development initiatives
- Future development strategies
- Barriers to development
- Proponents of development
Let us assist you in managing the barriers prohibiting your development from occurring. If you are a developer or are interested in investing in the Town of Perth, we encourage you to meet with the team.
To arrange a meeting with the Development Support Team, contact the Planning Department at (613) 267-3311 ext. 2235 or complete the scheduling form.
The Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 3358 is a legally enforceable document that regulates the development of all lands within the Town of Perth.
- The Zoning Map or Schedule "A" to the By-law assigns different zones to various areas throughout the Town based on the type and form of development to be permitted in each area.
- For each zone category the by-law specifies uses permitted (e.g. residential or commercial) and creates specific regulations for the size, location and height of buildings and structures on individual lots and for the minimum lot size for different types of uses.
- The general provisions in Part 4 of By-law No. 3358 establish regulations applicable in more than one zone and addresses such issues as parking requirements, parking lot design standards, fencing regulations and separation requirements to maintain minimum distances between different types of land use.
To change the uses permitted on a property or to make significant changes to the requirements limiting size or location of buildings requires an Application for a Zoning Amendment. Minor variations to zoning requirements may be considered under an application to the Town's Committee of Adjustment. The Planning Act establishes the requirements for both processes including mandatory public notification procedures.
It is recommended that people with zoning or development inquiries call the Department in advance to ensure staff and the necessary information will be available: 613-267-3311, extension 2252 or 2235.
The zoning information provided on this website, including zoning map and the text of Zoning By-law No. 3358, are provided for general information purposes only. In the event of a dispute, the final determination of the zoning applicable to an individual lot will be based on the original Zoning By-law and Schedule and any amendments to the by-law.
Click here for details on the Official Plan Update
Official Plan (OP) - Consolidated 2019
This is a working consolidation of the Official Plan (OP) for the Town of Perth updated as of September 2019. The Amendments table lists all approved amendments. For complete accuracy, reference to individual amendments is recommended.
- Official Plan Appendices
- Appendix 1 - Inventory of Heritage Buildings
- Appendix 2 - Procedures and Supplementary Information
- Appendix 3 - Road Classifications and Design Guideline Table
- Appendix 4 - Private Lanes List and Public Lanes List
- Appendix 5 - Urban Design Guidelines Commercial Uses
- Appendix 6 - Universal Design Principles
- Appendix 7 - Servicing Capacity Allocation Protocol
- Appendix 8 - Potential Heritage Character Areas/Sites for Protection
- Appendix 9 - Heritage Character
- Appendix 10 - List of Endangered and Threatened Species
- Official Plan Schedules
- Western Annex Lands
County of Lanark - approval authority for severances and subdivisions
The County of Lanark has the authority to approve consents (severances), plans of subdivision and condominium, part-lot control by-laws, local Official Plan Amendments, and local Official Plan 5-Year Reviews. View Lanark County's Development and Land Use Planning page for more information.
Consent applications report to the Land Division Committee. Subdivision, condominium and official plan amendment application report to the economic development committee of Lanark County council.
Contact Us
Town of Perth
Town Hall
80 Gore Street East
Perth, Ontario
K7H 1H9
Telephone: (613) 267-3311
Fax: (613) 267-5635
Email