Site Plan Approval
You need site plan approval before your building permit.
Before you start your development project, whether its a subdivision, commercial development or residential lot, your project may require site plan approval. Site plan approval is the process to ensure your property meets zoning requirements, environmental requirements and cadastral requirements.
How Long Does it Take?
12-18 Months
Subdivisions, commercial and industrial developments
1-2 Months
Small projects and in-fill lots.
The timeline for site plan approval requires enough schedule for consultants to properly review, design, analyze, engineer and come up with solutions.
Stakeholders such as the public, municipalities and conservation autorities also require time review and approve the proposal.
Finally, some engineering studies require a full year to be conducted before the results can be used for site plan design.
Our team can help you with your development project by completing engineering and coordinating studies. Let us help you on your next project.
The duration for site plan approval can vary significantly depending on several factors, including the complexity of the project, the local jurisdiction’s regulations, and the efficiency of the approval process. Here are some of the key factors that can influence the timeline for site plan approval:
Project Complexity: The complexity of the project, including its size, scope, and potential environmental impacts, can affect the approval timeline. Larger or more complex projects may require more extensive review and may take longer to gain approval.
Local Regulations: Local zoning and land use regulations play a significant role in the approval process. Some jurisdictions have more streamlined and efficient approval processes, while others have more stringent requirements and may take longer to review and approve site plans.
Public Input: In some cases, projects that may have a significant impact on the community may require public hearings or input. This can add time to the approval process as the project is reviewed by community members and local planning boards.
Environmental Considerations: Projects in environmentally sensitive areas or those that may impact natural resources can require more thorough review to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, potentially extending the approval timeline.
Review Agency Workload: The workload and efficiency of the local planning department or reviewing agencies can also affect the approval timeline. If these agencies are understaffed or have a high volume of projects to review, it can lead to delays.
Application Completeness: The completeness of the site plan application can impact approval time. If the initial submission is incomplete or contains errors, it may take additional time for the applicant to make revisions and resubmit.
Negotiations and Revisions: Sometimes, negotiations or revisions may be necessary to address concerns raised by the reviewing agencies or the public. These discussions can prolong the approval process.
Appeals and Legal Challenges: If there are disputes or legal challenges to the site plan approval, it can significantly extend the process as the matter is resolved through legal channels.
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Site Plan Approval Schedule
