SUBDIVISIONS

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A subdivision is the division of a large block of land to create three (3) or more lots. The creation of lots or the subdivision of land into smaller parcels is done using either the severance process, through the Committee of Adjustment, or by way of a plan of subdivision. A plan of subdivision can divide a parcel of land into several components including lots, blocks, easements and roadways. The plan must be approved by both the Town and the County of Renfrew. This process ensures the efficient and orderly development of land by evaluating the adequacy of utilities, municipal services, school sites and parks and also ensures conformity to Arnprior’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The division of land through subdivision control is a means of regulating land design and development. It also ensures that adequate services are available at a reasonable cost to both the municipality and future area residents. The plan of subdivision is a formal document which allows an owner to divide the land into a number of separate parts, for various purposes. There is a binding agreement between the subdivider and the municipality concerning the development of the land. This agreement, which is registered against the land, sets out detail on various matters such as servicing, road dedication and easements. The plan must be registered before any new lots or blocks in the subdivision can be sold.

Please see "Procedures" on cover of application for detailed steps followed and timing.

Each person and/or agency has defined roles and responsibilities. An Application will move through the process quickly if the applicant:

• submits a "complete" application;
• submits a subdivision plan which conforms to the established policies at the local, county and possibly provincial levels;
• has formulated a proposal with an understanding of existing standards;
• provides full and reasonable information throughout the process; and
• sets out the purpose for the application, including an assessment of any impacts (positive or negative) on the affected neighbourhood, community and/or Town.

• the health, safety, convenience and welfare of the present and future residents;
• the effect of the development on matters of Provincial interest (Section 3, Planning Act);
• if it generally conforms to the Official Plan and adjacent plans of subdivision;
• the suitability of the land for subdivision;
• the adequacy, number, width, location, grades and elevations of the roads and their linkage to the existing road network;
• the dimension and shape of the lots and the physical layout of the plan as it relates to energy conservation;
• restrictions on the land, buildings or structures proposed on the site and restrictions on adjacent lands;
• the adequacy of utilities, schools and municipal services; and
• the area of land to be conveyed or dedicated for public purposes (eg. parks).

• a complete application form and fee(for both Town and County);
• a deed for the subject property; and
• all required drawings and necessary studies.

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