The Development Services Department is responsible
for the review and processing of all applications
under the Planning Act and the Ontario Building
Code as well as providing current and long term
planning services. The Department is responsible
for ensuring compliance with the Township’s Official
Plan, Zoning By-laws, other Municipal By-laws, and
the Ontario Building Code. The Development Services
Department is comprised of the Manager, Associate
Planner, Chief Building Official, Building Inspector,
Analyst, Septic Inspector, Bylaw Enforcement Officer,
and Administrative Assistant.
Each function of the Department has its own page for
detailed information:
Development Services Department eMail List - Get Added
The Development Services Department is creating an electronic mail list geared to contractors and related businesses. The mail list will be used to distribute updates and alerts and the new department newsletter.
2012 Building Code & Significant Septic Changes on the Horizon
The 2012 Ontario Building Code was registered Nov 2, 2012. Its formal commencement date is Jan 1 , 2014.
A printed version should be released by the Ministry midyear. A digital version of the Code can be found on the e-Laws website at the following link www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/source/regs/english/2012/elaws_src_regs_r12332_e.htm.
Septic Installers should pay particular attention to the significant changes to Part 8. For your convenience a .pdf extraction of Part 8 from e-laws is available here:
Over the coming months the Township will be providing further information on the changes, including Part 8, to assist contractors with seamless implementation.
Official Plan Review 2011
The Township of Rideau Lakes is conducting its mandatory review of the Official Plan.
Township of Rideau Lakes, 1439 County Road 8, Delta, ON, K0E 1G0
email: info@twprideaulakes.on.ca
For general inquiries, administration, planning, public works, parks & rec, and fire department: Tel: 613-928-2251 or 1-800-928-2250 - Fax: 613-928-3097
For the tax office: Tel: 613-928-2896 or 1-866-677-4577
