Planning and Building
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, March 10, 202610:00 a.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, March 10, 202610:00 a.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the…
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Notice of intention to designate: 89 Arthur Street North
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 89 Arthur Street North as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description is LOT 37, PLAN 32…
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Notice of intention to designate: 12 Clarke Street West
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 12 Clarke Street West as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description is Part Lot 9, Plan…
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Decision meeting for designation of Ontario Reformatory Heritage Conservation District on February 10
Guelph, Ont., January 27, 2026 – City Council will consider the proposed designation of the Ontario Reformatory Heritage Conservation District at a decision meeting on Tuesday, February 10. This includes consideration of the designation bylaw, and final draft plan and guidelines for the Ontario Reformatory Heritage Conservation District (HCD). Review the final draft of the Ontario Reformatory HCD plan on Have Your Say or on the Ontario Reformatory HCD webpage. This plan provides policy…
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Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to pass temporary use bylaw
In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., the City of Guelph intends to pass a Zoning Bylaw Amendment from the City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023)-20790, as amended, to convert an existing office/commercial building to an institutional school use through a Temporary Use Bylaw. The lands affected by the proposed…
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Share your thoughts on the proposed Downtown Community Planning Permit System
Guelph, Ont., December 12, 2025 – The Downtown Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) is moving to Downtown. On January 8, we’re holding an open house to provide information and answer questions. The CPPS will be at Council for a public meeting on January 20. You can have your voice heard at the public meeting by…
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Notice of intention to designate: 124 Liverpool Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 124 Liverpool Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description is Pt. Lot 4, Plan 204,…
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Notice of intention to designate: 88 Ontario Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 88 Ontario Street West as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Learn about and provide feedback on the City’s updated Built Form Standards
We’re updating our Urban Design Manual and Built Form Standards, including Built Form Standards for Downtown. The Urban Design Manual was adopted in 2018, and the Downtown Streetscape was adopted in 2014, so it’s time for a refresh. Join our open house on Thursday, November 27 where we’ll give a more detailed explanation of the changes for the Built Form…
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Notice of Public and Decision Meeting for Hanlon Creek Business Park Phase 3 Housekeeping Amendments
Accessibility Alternative accessible formats are available by contacting [email protected] or TTY 519-826-9771. Subject lands Hanlon Creek Business Park, Phase 3 (See Key Map 1 below). Public Meeting When: December 9, 2025, 6 p.m. This is a statutory public meeting during a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or attended in-person…
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Notice of Public Meeting and Decision Meeting of Council: Additional Dwelling Unit Grant Program Amendment
In accordance with Section 28 of the Planning Act, a public meeting and decision meeting of City Council will be held to consider the proposed amendment to the Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan – Additional Dwelling Unit Grant Program (‘The Amendment’). Statutory public meeting and decision meeting Tuesday, December 96:00 p.m. This is a hybrid…
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Notice of Application for Vacant Land Condominium: 46 Goldenview Drive
In accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being provided. Purpose and Effect of the proposed Vacant Land Condominium The proposed Vacant Land Condominium will facilitate the development of an approved 47 unit cluster townhouse complex. 46 Goldenview Drive received Site Plan Approval for a 47…
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Sign Variances for 705 Southgate Drive
The City received applications for variances from the City of Guelph Sign By-law Number (2021)-20621, as amended. Address: 705 Southgate Drive, Guelph,ON Request Request for variance from Table 1, Row 1 of Sign By-law Number (2021)-20621, as amended, to permit: How to participate Reports relating to these applications will be available online on Thursday, October…
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Macdonell and Allan’s Structures Environmental Assessment recommendations at the Committee of the Whole on October 7 for decision
Guelph, Ont., September 29, 2025 – Join Committee of the Whole on October 7 at 2 p.m. when the Macdonell and Allan’s structures environmental assessment recommendations are presented and discussed for decision. You can have your voice heard by registering to join virtually or in person, or by sending in comments, before October 3 at…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Wednesday, October 15, 20254:00 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the…
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Notice of intention to designate: 328 Victoria Road South
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate the Frost Building at 328 Victoria Road South as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of…
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Notice of Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment
In accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being provided. Purpose and Effect of the Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is being introduced to correct a zoning error for 105 Elmira Road North in By-law (2025)-21120. 105 Elmira Road North was rezoned…
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Notice of Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment
In accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, notice of a minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment is being provided. Purpose and Effect of the Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is being introduced to correct a zoning error for 36 Green Street in Zoning By-law (2023)-20790. 36 Green Street was initially zoned…
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City report outlines opportunities to shape Guelph Innovation District for future growth
Council direction to guide parks, jobs and heritage in city’s growing east end, while supporting new homes Guelph, Ont., August 28, 2025 – Guelph City Council is considering a proposed plan for the Guelph Innovation District — a major development that will shape how the city grows over the next 50 years. The City of…
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Can you dig it? Join us for Diggable Downtown Day on September 18!
Guelph, ON., August 28, 2025 – We’re making big improvements to Downtown Guelph in the coming years as part of our Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP). On September 18, we’re hosting a “Diggable Downtown Day” to celebrate project milestones, showcase the detailed design, and answer all your questions about our beloved Downtown. Diggable Downtown Day…
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City of Guelph takes bold step to bring housing to market faster with front-ending agreements
Guelph, Ont., August 26, 2025 – The City will pilot the use of Municipal Service and Financing Agreements (MSFAs) — also called ”front-ending agreements” — as part of its efforts to help speed up housing development in Guelph. “We need more housing in Guelph, faster — and we need innovative solutions to make this happen,”…
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Notice of public and decision meeting to amend the official plan and zoning bylaw
Subject Lands 343 Waterloo Avenue. Legal Description PART OF LOTS 11 AND 12 REGISTERED PLAN 274, CITY OF GUELPHFile No.: OZS25-009 Future Public and Decision Meeting Wednesday, September 3, 20251 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the Council Chambers at Guelph City Hall,…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, September 09, 20256:00 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the…
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Notice of passed by-laws
Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on July 22, 2025: For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2025, by…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 13 Paisley St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21126 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 13 Paisley St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 328 Woolwich St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21094 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 328 Woolwich St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 52 Paisley St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21086 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 52 Paisley St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 15 and 17 Paisley St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21127 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 15 and 17…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law -332 Woolwich St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21096 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 332 Woolwich St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 330 Woolwich St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21095 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 330 Woolwich St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 54 Paisley St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21087 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 54 Paisley St…
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Notice of passing of designation by-law – 56 Paisley St
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 in the City of Guelph, in the Province of Ontario. Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph has passed By-law Number (2025)-21088 dated July 22, 2025 to designate portions of the property known as 56 Paisley St…
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Notice of intention to pass an amending bylaw to remove a holding “H” symbol
In accordance with Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13., the City of Guelph intends to pass a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove a Holding ‘H’ Symbol from the City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023)-20790, as amended. The lands affected by the proposed amendment are municipally known as 725 Imperial Road N. The…
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Notice of intention to designate: 1 Norwich Street West
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 1 Norwich Street West as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Notice of intention to designate: 117 Surrey Street E
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 117 Surrey St E as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The subject property is located at 89 Surrey…
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Notice of intention to designate: 89 Surrey Street E
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 89 Surrey St E as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The subject property is located at 89 Surrey…
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Notice of intention to designate: 1949 Gordon Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 1949 Gordon Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The property known municipally as 1949 Gordon Street is…
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Notice of intention to designate: 240 Woolwich Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 240 Woolwich St as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as 240…
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Notice of intention to designate: 9 Norwich Street W
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 9 Norwich Street W as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Notice of intention to designate: 5 Norwich Street W
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 5 Norwich Street W as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Notice of intention to designate: 7 Norwich Street W
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 7 Norwich Street W as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Notice of intention to designate: 18 Paisley St
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 18 Paisley St as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The subject property is located at 18 Paisley Street,…
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Notice of intention to designate: 3 Norwich Street W
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 3 Norwich Street W as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the property known as…
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Notice of passed by-laws
Guelph City Council passed the following bylaws on July 15, 2025: For more information about any of the above contact Planning Services at 519-837-5616 or [email protected]. If you would like to appeal any of the bylaws above, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk before 4:00 p.m. on August 12, 2025, by…
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City of Guelph and Thresholds Homes and Supports team up to create deeply affordable housing for seniors living with mental health issues
Guelph, Ont., July 17, 2025 – To help meet the growing need for affordable housing, the City of Guelph has selected Thresholds Homes and Supports (THS) to build and operate 13 deeply affordable rental units at 14 Edinburgh Road South, Guelph. The City is contributing nearly half an acre of City-owned land and up to…
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City making progress on housing and affordability, despite economic challenges
Guelph, Ont., July 3, 2025 – A new report shows Guelph is making steady progress towards its housing and affordability goals, even in a challenging economic climate. The 2024 Growth Management and Affordable Housing Monitoring Report, going to Council on July 15, shows how Guelph is ensuring a strong housing supply, adding more affordable rentals…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, July 22, 20256:00 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in the…
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Road work and lane reductions start in the north end of Downtown Guelph
Multiple streets are impacted including Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker Street We’re working to revitalize Downtown Guelph and we’re kicking off the summer with two projects that will impact streets in the north end of Downtown. You’ll notice local access only on Baker Street and overnight paving on Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 6:00 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in…