Consult with Town staff before submitting an application.
Email planningteam@saugeenshores.ca or call 519-832-2008 x182.
Site Plan Approval
Some developments in Saugeen Shores require a Site Plan Agreement to ensure projects meet Town standards. Before an agreement can move forward, Site Plan Approvals must be put before the Town.
Approvals are not required for:
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Single or semi-detached homes
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Farm buildings in agricultural zones
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Small additions or enlargements
One can apply for Site Plan Approval through Development Services. You can get a printed version of the application form from Development Services at the Town of Saugeen Shores Offices.
Building permits aren’t issued until an agreement is in place.
More information about the Site Plan Approval Process can be found in our Development Guide.
Please follow these steps to complete the application process:
Submit a completed Application for Site Plan Approval.
Step 3 – Town reviews application and confirms fee
The Town discusses the application and suggests any changes to the site plan.
The following fees will be collected:
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Site Plan Agreement Administrative Fee - $.14 per square foot with minimum fee of $700
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Legal Deposit - $1,000
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Securities - $1.00 per square foot of gross floor building area
Step 4 – Prepare detailed site plan drawings
Based on the comments provided by the Town, prepare detailed site plan drawings and any supporting documentation required. Our Development Guide explains the process.
Once the detailed plans are approved, the Development Services department drafts a Site Plan Agreement.
Step 6 – Execution of Agreement
Town staff present the detailed plans to Council and the Accessibility Advisory Committee for feedback. Final Town comments and the draft Site Plan Agreement are sent to the property owner. The signed Agreement is returned to the Town with any outstanding payments and the required securities. The agreement is then provided to the Chief Administrative Officer for consideration and final approval.
Contact Us
Town of Saugeen Shores
600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820
Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C0
Phone 519-832-2008
Toll Free 1-866-832-2008
Fax 519-832-2140