Development Charges By-Laws Approved

On December 6, Council approved By-Laws 2023-146-FI through to 2023-152-FI, which impose development charges as outlined in the Development Charges Act. These by-laws replace the current one, By-Law 2018-165, starting January 1, 2024.

The specified development charges outlined are listed in the schedules accompanying each respective by-law. These charges are determined based on municipal services, as established in the supporting  background study, which is accessible online for reference.

For those wishing to appeal By-Law 2023-146-FI through 2023-152-FI, you can do so with the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (formerly the Ontario Municipal Board) under section 14 of the Development Charges Act. Submit a notice of appeal, along with objections and supporting reasons, to the Clerk’s Office by no later than 4 p.m. on January 15, 2024.

The by-laws are available for review at the Clerk’s Office and are also posted on the Town’s website at townofws.ca/DCStudy, alongside its companion policy and supporting background study and addendum.

These by-laws cover the entire geographic area of Whitchurch-Stouffville.

If you have any questions, feel free to visit townofws.ca or contact the Clerk’s Office at (905) 640-1900.