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Are you a potential purchaser looking for information on development potential? Do you need information on planning regulations for a building project? Staff in the Planning Services Branch would be happy to assist by undergoing a review of the desired property and providing you with a written breakdown of relevant by-laws and policies, including information on any planning approvals (if applicable). 

To provide the most efficient service, please provide the following information in your request:

  • Assessment Roll Number
  • Development Proposal and/or Project Information
  • Use of Proposed Buildings/Structures

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Pre-Consultation Meeting

Request an Appointment

The Town's Planning Services Branch is committed to working with the public and strongly encourages pre-consultation meetings with staff prior to making an application under the Planning Act.

A pre-consultation form is available to provide staff with information on the proposed development to ensure appropriate staff members and/or agencies are included in the meeting.

A pre-consultation meeting may be subject to a fee, which shall be reduced from the application fee should the application be made within one year of the pre-consultation meeting date.

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Fees and Payments

Payment Methods

Fees for various Planning services and applications are outlined in the Town's Fees and Charges By-law.

Payment options include:

  • Cash or debit at the Municipal Office;
  • Cheque made payable to the Town of Bracebridge and mailed to the Municipal Office at 1000 Taylor Court, Bracebridge ON P1L 1R6; or by
  • Credit Card. Online payments are subject to an electronic processing fee.

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Citizen's Guide to Land Use Planning

Produced by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Read this guide to learn more about land use planning, including the Planning Act, official plans, and zoning bylaws. 

Land use planning helps municipalities manage land and resources and guides decisions about where:

  • to build homes and factories
  • to put parks and schools
  • roads, sewers and other essential services are needed

Land use planning helps each community to set development goals while keeping social, economic and environmental factors in mind. It also balances the interests of individual property owners with the wider interests of the whole community.

This guide is for information only and offers a summary of legislation and policies that are subject to change. It is not a legal interpretation of the Planning Act or any other act.

View the Guide

Planning Notices

  • Committee of Adjustment for Minor Variance | December 15, 2025

    Take notice that the Committee of Adjustment for Minor Variance will hold a hybrid public meeting on December 15, 2025 at 2:00 P.M.

    This meeting will be held in a Hybrid format in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, and the Town’s Procedure By-law, which provide for Electronic Participation.
    Dec 02, 2025
  • Planning and Development Committee Meeting | December 3, 2025

    Take notice that the Planning and Development Committee will hold a hybrid public meeting on December 3, 2025 at 2:30 P.M. This meeting will be held in a Hybrid format in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, and the Town’s Procedure By-law, which provide for Electronic Participation.
    Nov 11, 2025
  • Committee of Adjustment for Consents | November 28, 2025, 2:00 p.m.

    The Committee of Adjustment for Consents will hold a hybrid public meeting on November 28, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The following applications will be considered:

    • D10-05/25 Vitums
    • D10-26/25 Goodfellow
    Nov 11, 2025
  • Planning and Development Committee Meeting | November 5, 2025

    Take notice that the Planning and Development Committee will hold a hybrid public meeting on November 5, 2025 at 2:30 P.M. This meeting will be held in a Hybrid format in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, and the Town’s Procedure By-law, which provide for Electronic Participation.
    Oct 07, 2025
  • Notice of Applications for Consent | September 9, 2025

    Notice of Application for Consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990. The following applications are considered complete:

    • D10-51/24 Keeble and D10-20/25 Moody
    Aug 26, 2025