Planning Application Resources

Below are the terms of reference for studies, reports, and plans that are requested to fulfil the requirements of a complete application.

Terms of Reference

Applicant Lead Public Consultation Framework and Summary

Cultural Heritage Commemoration Plan

Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment

Elevation Drawings

Environmental Impact Study

Functional Servicing Report

Heritage Conservation Management Plan

Illumination Study

Landscape Plan

Model Urban Design Guidelines

The Model Urban Design Guidelines promote best practices for urban design features that are characteristic of Niagara. On July 24, 2025 Niagara Region Council approved of the Model Urban Design Guidelines.

Model Urban Design Guidelines Part 1 (Chapters 1-4)

Model Urban Design Guidelines Part 2 (Chapters 5-8)

Site Plan Application Submission Requirements

Transportation Impact Assessment

Niagara Region Transportation Impact Assessment Guidelines

Visual Impact Assessment

Visual Impact Assessment Technical Criteria

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