Planning & Development

The Town of Midland Planning Services Department regulates the use of land and undertakes long-term policy planning to ensure our community continues to be a great place to live and do business.

The Town's land use planning documents are shaped by and must comply with higher order land use policies and plans, including the County of Simcoe Official Plan, the Provincial Planning Statement 2024, and other plans and regulations.

These efforts are guided by the Ontario Planning Act and the Ontario Heritage Act, which work together to help municipalities plan for growth while protecting heritage properties that reflect our community’s history and character.

About Planning

The core functions of the Planning Services Department include:

• Developing and implementing long-term strategic and policy planning initiatives;
• Reviewing and processing development applications to facilitate construction of new homes and support expanding businesses;
• Providing recommendations to Council regarding approval of development proposals;
• Managing and administering the Official Plan, Zoning By-law, and other applicable by-laws, regulations and guidelines;
• Supporting the Town's Heritage Committee and Committee of Adjustment; and,
• Providing assistance to the public, landowners, and developers on all matters related to use of land in the Town of Midland.