Thank you for your feedback. Here's what we heard and what's next.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) engagement!

Between September 2025 and March 2026, we provided several opportunities to learn about the new proposed CPPS and share your feedback. This included an online survey, educational videos, and open house sessions in St. George, Paris, Cainsville, and Burford.

More than 65 residents attended the open houses and 59 surveys were submitted.

What We Heard

Across both the survey and open house discussions, several key messages were shared by participants and attendees.

Development should fit the community

You said that new development should reflect the character and scale of the surrounding area. You also emphasized that projects should consider local context, including existing neighbourhoods, farmland, and natural features.

Protect natural areas and farmland

Frequently highlighted the importance of protecting forests, rivers, woodlots, and agricultural lands, you told us that development proposals affecting these areas should receive careful review.

Clear communication and early notice are important

You shared that you want to be informed early when development is proposed in your community and expressed interest in clear explanations of projects as well as opportunities to ask questions and provide input before decisions are made.

Focus on meaningful community benefits

You shared ideas about how development can contribute to the community. Examples included parks and open spaces, community facilities, housing options for different life stages, and services that support everyday needs.

A planning system that is clear and easy to understand

Many of you have participated in development applications in the past and said the process can be complex or difficult to navigate. You supported creating a system that is easier to understand while still ensuring that large-scale and higher impact proposals receive appropriate review.

View the complete Survey Responses Report.

What’s Next

The feedback gathered through the survey and open houses will help inform the development of the County’s CPPS and the CPP Bylaw.

As the framework continues to be refined, additional opportunities will be provided for you to review proposed zoning, development standards, and other components of the CPPS. Updates and future engagement opportunities will continue to be shared on this page.

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