Holding By-law Removal Application Process
Before starting a holding by-law removal application, all applicants should understand the requirements.
Confirm that you need this application
At the time of processing a Zoning By-law for a property Council may place a Hold "H" on some or all of the land. The holding symbol "H" is a tool that restricts the future use of the land and imposes certain conditions as determined by Council.
The "H" symbol can be removed from all or part of the property once the conditions imposed by Council are satisfied, by submitting a Holding By-law Removal (By-Law 2009-189) application.
Online application process
Use the online services to submit your Holding By-Law Removal Application.
You will also be required to submit the following with your online application:
- Cover Letter: a letter from the applicant/owner, addressed to Director of Planning, outlining the specific variances to the by-law which are being sought (bulleted and/or in tabular format) and the rationale for the request.
- Servicing - Water Supply & Waste Water
- Development Application Authorizations