NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF BARRIE
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The City of Barrie is creating a new zoning bylaw, which is designed to implement the vision and policies of Barrie’s recently approved Official Plan.
A zoning bylaw controls the use of land in our community. It is a legally enforceable document — all new development and construction must follow the zoning bylaw.
Zoning tells how land, buildings, and properties can be used (e.g., residential or commercial), where buildings and other structures can be placed, and how big and tall buildings can be. It tells you what you are allowed to do with your property, like widening your driveway, adding an addition to your home, and requirements for things like landscaping, parking, sheds, and garages.
The next draft of the zoning bylaw is now ready for review, and an open house and public meeting are taking place to gather public feedback and to help make sure the zoning bylaw works for everyone.
- In-person open house
Sept. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at City Hall Rotunda (70 Collier St., Barrie) - Virtual (online) open house
Sept. 19, from 3 to 4:15 p.m.
Register via the online form - Public meeting: affordability committee
Oct. 1, starting at 6 p.m. at city hall council chambers (70 Collier St., Barrie)
View the latest draft of the zoning bylaw and learn more at BuildingBarrie.ca/zoning.
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