CITB01H3 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Uptodate, Urban Sprawl
Document Summary
Planning in ontario is governed by the planning act and the city of toronto act. Act requires each municipality to have an official plan, outlines the approval processes for land development and the minimum requirements for public consultation, and sets out appeal rights to the ontario municipal board. The planning act sets out the ground rules for land use planning in ontario and describe how land uses may be controlled, and who may control them. The planning act is administered by the ministry of municipal affairs and housing. Promote sustainable economic development in a healthy natural environment within a provincial policy framework (protecting/managing our natural resources) Provide for a land use planning system led by provincial policy. Provide for planning processes that are fair by making them open, accessible, timely and efficient. Encourage co-operation and coordination among various interests. Recognize the decision-making authority and accountability of municipal councils in planning.
