Study Description

The Planning Act permits a municipality, through a zoning by-law, to approve increases in height and/or density beyond what the Official Plan/Zoning by-law would otherwise permit, in return for facilities, services or matters (community benefits) as are set out in the by-law.

The Official Plan must first contain provisions authorizing the use of Section 37, and that community benefits may be secured in an agreement that may be registered on title.

Update: the City of Vaughan’s Significant Weather Event has ended as of Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. 

The City declared a Significant Weather Event on Tuesday, Feb. 21 based on a winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada. This event has ended effective Saturday, Feb. 25 at 4 p.m. 

Are you familiar with the different levels of government? Do you know how they work together to deliver your programs and services? The City of Vaughan operates within a two-tier municipal structure, which means there are two levels of government providing services to the community – a local municipality (the City) and a regional municipality (York Region).