Township of Severn's Zoning By-law implements the objectives of the Official Plan and sets out the regulations for each property in the Township. This includes, but is not limited to:
- permitted and prohibited land use
- lot sizes
- building sizes
- setbacks
- parking requirements
Zoning By-law and Schedules
Explore the Zoning By-law and the Zoning By-law Schedules.
Zoning maps
View our interactive zoning map to:
- view the zoning of all properties within the Township
- visit links that directly access the text of our Zoning By-law to view permitted uses and lot requirements
- utilize other functions of the County of Simcoe GIS mapping program
Minor Variances and Zoning By-law amendments
In some cases, a development application may not align with the requirements in the Zoning By-law. You'll need to apply for a Minor Variance or a Zoning By-law amendment.
Compliance and permitted-use letter requests
To request a compliance letter or permitted-use letter, please drop off your request to our Administration Office located at 1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn.
You can also submit your request by mail or courier.
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Township of Severn Attention: Planning and Development PO Box 159 Orillia, Ontario L3V 6J3 |
Township of Severn Attention: Planning and Development 1024 Hurlwood Lane Severn, Ontario L3V 0Y6 |
Request details |
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The request should include the following information:
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When do I need a compliance or permitted-use letter? |
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Compliance letters are typically requested during the sale of a property or a mortgage renewal. They provide information regarding open or closed building permits, septic files, non-compliance or non-conformance, by-law infractions, etc. Permitted Use letters are generally requested by upper-tier agencies when a property owner wants to establish a new use or service on their lands (i.e., propane exchange facility, motor-vehicle repair station, etc.). |
Fees
We accept payment in cash or cheque. Please make all cheques payable to Township of Severn.
| Request type | Number of days to receive the request | Fee |
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| Standard compliance request | Five to seven business days from receiving payment | $115 |
| Rush compliance request | 24 hours from receiving payment | $170 |
| Subdivision/site plan compliance request | Five to seven business days from receiving payment | $225 |
| Permitted-use letter | Five to seven business days from receiving payment | $70 |