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Official Plan Amendment Services

Official Plan Amendment Services in Orillia, Barrie, Muskoka, Collingwood & Surrounding Areas

When a proposed development does not align with a municipality’s long-term vision for land use, an Official Plan Amendment (OPA) may be required before a project can move forward. These applications are more complex than standard planning approvals and require a strong understanding of policy, growth planning, and municipal decision-making.

MORGAN Planning & Development provides professional support for Official Plan Amendment applications across Orillia, Barrie, Muskoka, Collingwood, and surrounding Simcoe County communities. We work with property owners, developers, and investors to evaluate feasibility, build strong planning justification, and guide projects through the approval process.

What Is an Official Plan Amendment?

An Official Plan Amendment is required when a proposed development does not conform to the policies outlined in a municipality’s Official Plan. The Official Plan sets the long-term vision for how land is used, where growth occurs, and what types of development are appropriate in specific areas.

An amendment may be necessary when a project involves:

  • Changing the designated land use of a property

  • Increasing density beyond what is currently permitted

  • Supporting new residential or mixed-use development in areas not previously planned for growth

  • Enabling redevelopment of underutilized land

  • Aligning a development proposal with evolving community needs

Because the Official Plan is a high-level policy document, these applications require detailed planning analysis and strong justification to demonstrate how the proposed change supports broader municipal and provincial planning objectives.

Supporting Projects Across Simcoe & Muskoka

We provide Official Plan Amendment planning services throughout Orillia, Barrie, Muskoka, Collingwood, and surrounding municipalities across the Simcoe region. Our familiarity with local planning frameworks, growth strategies, and policy interpretation helps us guide clients through the approval process with greater clarity.

Each municipality has its own development vision and policy priorities. Understanding these local planning contexts allows us to position applications in a way that aligns with long-term community planning goals.

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