Frequently Asked Questions
Your first one-hour meeting with us is free of charge. After that, any further consultation is billed on a per-situation basis.
We can work with you from any municipality in Ontario! Although we are based in Brantford, we have successfully completed projects for clients across the province.
Reach out to our office at 519-770-0200 or email us at info@theangrishgroup.com. We can assess your land and applicable local policies to determine its future development potential.
A severance is the process of dividing a piece of land into two or more separate parcels (lots).
The timeline and cost depend on the complexity of your project and any subconsultants required. We typically recommend allowing 1–1.5 years for a severance and 4–8 months for a minor variance.
We can provide expertise and guidance for your planning applications from start to finish. Alternatively, we can prepare Planning Justification Reports or Planning Briefs if you already have a project manager in place.
A qualified planning professional has the education, training, and experience to effectively advise on land use, community development, and environmental
protection.
An Official Plan is a policy document that guides a municipality’s short- and long-term land use decisions — how land should be used and developed in the future.
A Minor Variance is a small change or exemption from a Zoning By-Law. It must be minor in nature and meet criteria under the Planning Act.
A Zoning By-Law Amendment is a process to change a property’s zoning or add provisions to it.
A Planning Justification Report assesses a proposal against applicable provincial and municipal policies. It must be prepared by a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) and is stamped, signed, and dated.
Yes. You can appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) within 20 days of the decision.
Depending on your project’s complexity, you may need to retain a Surveyor, Engineer, Archaeologist, Hydrogeologist, Traffic Consultant, or other specialized
consultant.
We regularly collaborate with a network of subconsultants and can connect you with the appropriate team members.
The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) (formerly LPAT) adjudicates disputes related to land use planning, environmental and natural resources, heritage, land valuation, and related matters.
A public meeting is a chance for members of the community to learn more, ask questions, and provide input on a specific planning application in their area.
The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) is a province-wide policy framework that guides land use decisions to reflect provincial priorities and goals.