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The Town of Amherstburg provides high quality services and amenities to both residents and businesses at taxation rates that are affordable and very competitive.
The major upgrade to the Amherstburg Wastewater Treatment Plant provides the available treatment capacity for new developments for the next 40 years. Land areas have been set aside and approved in various locations of the Town to accommodate a significant amount of growth, both in existing neighbourhoods and as part of future planned developments.
There are also pre-designated vacant commercial and industrial sites located in the Town. Some of these sites are situated within the Town core, while a large industrial area is directly on the Howard Avenue transportation corridor leading to the Highway 401.
Development Process |
The Town of Amherstburg staff will guide you through the development process and building permit process in a timely and efficient manner. Amherstburg strives to ensure a quick and seamless process to ensure that your needs and deadlines are achieved in accordance with applicable law. To begin your development process please contact the Development Services Team. |
Development Charges Study |
2019 Development Charges Study
Development charges are used to fund services usable by all who live within the Town of Amherstburg. These services include:
A Development Charges Background Study, led by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., was adopted in 2019. This comprehensive study forecasts growth and eligible local municipal services. By-law 2024-063 passed the Development Charges By-law with Development Charges in effect January 1, 2020. Learn more in our Development Charges Pamphlet. Bill 138 received royal assent on December 10th and implemented amendments to the Development Charges Act that will come into effect on January 1, 2020. |
Development Manual |
In an effort to make the development process more efficient, we have consolidated the development requirements into the Development Manual.
Download the Development Manual
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Municipal Infrastructure |
To view Municipal Infrastructure page CLICK HERE. |
Future Commercial Development |
The Town of Amherstburg has embarked on an aggressive development plan of new and upgraded infrastructure. As a result, Amherstburg looks forward to community advancement and growth in the future.
Subdivisions with Draft Plan Approval
Future Commercial Developments
For additional information on the items above please contact the Manager of Planning Services. |
Future Residential Developments |
Due to substantial public capital investment the Town is well positioned for growth. The last five years have brought to Town many new developments including residential and commercial projects. The list below represents a summary of developments that have obtained planning approvals.
New Developments Coming Soon in the Community
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Zoning Maps |
Zoning By-law 1999-52, as amended, governs the use of all lands, buildings and structures in the Town of Amherstburg and how a use, building or other structure may be located on a property.
Before a building permit can be issued for proposed changes to property, including additions to an existing building, a parking lot expansion or the construction of a home addition or deck, the Building department must confirm that the project meets the requirements of the zoning by-law applicable to that use, property, building or structure.
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