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February 5, 2012

Planning

General Planning Inquiries

All general planning inquiries should be directed to the Township of Warwick municipal office. Prior to proceeding with any planning applications, you are advised to consult with the Township of Warwick.

Contacts:

Fran Woods, Clerk
Phone: (519) 849-3926

Frank Garardo, Planning & Development Services Department, County of Lambton
Phone :(519)-845-0801(ext.5333) or email: frank.garardo@county-lambton.on.ca

Frank Garardo is available on most Wednesdays in the Township office. Arrangements can be made to meet with him by appointment at any time.

Official Plan

Warwick Township's Official Plan was passed January 12, 2010. If an Official Plan Amendment is required, the forms may be picked up at the Township Office. Prior to proceeding with an amendment, you are advised to consult with the Township of Warwick. In accordance with the Planning Act all Official Plan amendments are required to have at least one public meeting, public notice of which must be given at least 20 days ahead of time, followed by an 20 day appeal process as any person or public body may provide written comments and/or speak at the public meeting about the proposed amendment. County approval is required before amendment is effective.

Final Official Plan - 2011.pdf
Warwick_OP_SchA_FINAL_Council_Submission_August152011.pdf
Warwick_OP_SchB_FINAL_Council_Submission_August152011.pdf
Warwick_OP_SchC_FINAL_Council_Submission_August152011.pdf
Warwick_OP_SchD_FINAL_Council_Submission_August152011.pdf
Official Plan Amendment application.pdf

Zoning By-Law

Warwick Township's Zoning By-law was passed October 11, 2000. If a Zoning Amendment is required, the forms may be picked up at the Township Office. Prior to proceeding with an amendment, you are advised to consult with the Township of Warwick. Zoning By-Law amendment steps include:

  1. Consult with Planning Staff.
  2. Complete the application- Application is accepted and circulated to various agencies, and departments for review and comment (e.g., Conservation Authority).
  3. Notice of Public Hearing -A notice is sent to all adjacent property owners within 120 meters at least 20 days before hearing.
  4. Public Meeting and Decision Making Process- Application is considered by the Council of Township of Warwick.
  5. Notice of Passing - Once council has passed the by-law, it must give notice of the by-law's passing within 15 days. Any person or public body that meets certain requirements may appeal the by-law, not later than 20 days after the notice of the passing is given.

Warwick Zoning By-law.pdf
Warwick Zoning By-law Schedules.pdf
Zoning By-law Amendment application.pdf

Committee of Adjustment /Land Division Committee- Consent and Minor Variance applications

The Township of Warwick Committee of Adjustment/Land Division Committee is made up of the following persons: Alex McDonald, Jim Straatman, Teise VanDenHeuvel, and Councillors John Couwenberg and Rod Glen. The Secretary-Treasurer is Frances Woods, Clerk of the Township. This committee hears applications for minor variances and consents. The process for either of the applications takes approximately 2-3 months, which includes the circulation period prior to the hearing by the Committee and the appeal period following the decision made by the Committee. Minor Variance and Consent process includes:

  1. Pre-consultation
  2. Complete Application
  3. Notice of Public Meeting- notice given at least 14 days prior to committee meeting
  4. Public Meeting with Committee of Adjustment/Land division committee hearing - Decision is made within 15 days of hearing
  5. Notice of Passing - when a notice of decision is given, a 20-day appeal period follows.

Applications can be picked up at the Township Office if required.

Minor Variance application.pdf
Consent(severance) application.pdf

Planning Fees

The following are the current fees for the above applications:

Official Plan Amendments: $600.00 Warwick Township
$600.00 County of Lambton
$100.00 S.C.R.C.A (if applicable)
Zoning Amendments: $600.00 Warwick Township
$400.00 County of Lambton
$100.00 S.C.R.C.A. (if applicable)
Minor Variance: $300.00 Warwick Township
$500.00 Warwick Township (if MDS II applies)
$100.00 S.C.R.C.A. (if applicable)
Site Plan Approval: $150.00 Township of Warwick
Consents/Severances: $750.00 Application Fee - Warwick Township
$250.00 Deed Stamping Fee - Warwick Township
$75.00 Septic Fee - County of Lambton (if applicable)
$100.00 S.C.R.C.A. (if applicable)

Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

The Township of Warwick Community Improvement Plan (CIP) provides framework for encouraging redevelopment and investment within the Township of Warwick through the implementation of financial incentives. Goals of the Township of Warwick CIP include: restoration and rehabilitation of buildings; heritage preservation; encourage investment in the Township of Warwick; and beautification of commercial corridors.

Warwick CIP document.pdf
Warwick CIP application.pdf
Warwick CIP Brochure.pdf

Township of Warwick Mural Guidelines

The Township of Warwick Mural Guidelines provide framework for the content and placement of Murals within the Township of Warwick. An increased presence of murals, public art, streetscaping features and amenities offer an opportunity to provide aesthetic value; visual demonstration and educational opportunities to showcase the communities heritage and history; and other positive outcomes that will enhance the overall attractiveness and vitality of the community.

Township of Warwick Mural Guidelines.pdf
Warwick Mural Placement application.pdf

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Upcoming Meetings

Feb. 22, 2012 - 6:30pm - Warwick Township-Regular Council Meeting

Mar. 7, 2012 - 6:30pm - Warwick Township-Regular Council Meeting

Mar. 21, 2012 - 6:30pm - Warwick Township-Regular Council Meeting

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