The City of Elliot Lake's Building Services and Clerks Offices can help you with many different aspects of starting a new build in the city.
The City's chief building official makes sure that any new construction in the city complies with the Ontario Building Code and other applicable laws. This is to ensure that proper safety standards are followed.
Starting a new Building Project
If you have questions about planning a new project, visit the Building Department and staff will assist you. The Building Department office can answer questions around planning, including those about zoning inquiries. You may need a minor variance to comply with zoning by-law regulations.
Learn if your project requires a building permit before beginning work and learn about the application process. The Building Department Office can help with all questions related to building permits. You can find it on the second floor of City Hall.
Official Plan and Zoning
The City of Elliot Lake Official Plan guides development within the municipality by stating what lands can be used for which purpose. The Official Plan recognizes that the demographic and economic make-up of Elliot Lake is always changing. It protects the city's quality of life through responsible and proactive development. The zoning bylaw refines and outlines permitted uses in various zones within the municipality.
You can download and view the City's Official Plan, zoning bylaw and related land use schedules below:
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