Site Plan | City of Belleville

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Site plan approval process ensures development meets City standards and is designed in a safe, functional and coordinated manner. It is typically required where a proposed development requires a consistent standard of development, safe vehicular and pedestrian movement, compatibility with surrounding land uses, and the appropriate placement of services and drainage. Site plans illustrate both the design and technical details of a proposed project, including:

Building location and layout;
Parking and site access;
Landscaping;
Servicing and utilities;
Stormwater management; and
Traffic considerations.

How to Apply

Step 1 – Pre-Consultation with City Staff

You must complete a pre-consultation with City staff before submitting an application. The purpose of pre-consultation is to identify required studies, plans and documents, confirm submission requirements for a complete application and provide early feedback on your proposal. Applicable fees will apply.

Complete the pre‑consultation form and submit it with supporting documents through the CityView portal below.

Pre-Consultation Form CityView Portal

Step 2 – Submit the Application

If pre‑consultation has already taken place, complete the Site Plan Application Form and submit it along with all required supporting materials through the CityView portal below.

Site Plan Approval Application Form CityView Portal

Step 3 – Payment of Application Fees

Once staff has reviewed the application and related submission materials, payment of the applicable fees will be required for the application to be considered complete.

See the Planning Application Fees page for a full fee schedule.

Application Process

Pre-consultation review — Staff confirms application requirements prior to formal submission and provides a list of required submission materials.
Application submission and fee payment — The applicant submits the completed application, all required supporting materials, and applicable fees.
Application review and circulation — City Staff reviews the application and circulates it to internal departments and external agencies for comments.
Revisions and resubmission — The applicant may be required to revise and resubmit plans based on comments received from Staff and external agencies.
Site Plan Agreement preparation — The City prepares a Site Plan Agreement outlining approved plans, applicable fees and securities, and project requirements. The agreement must be signed prior to final approval.
Final approval — The applicant submits signed agreements, final drawings, fees, and securities. The City then registers the Site Plan Agreement on title.
Building permit application — Once site plan approval has been granted, the applicant may proceed with applying for a building permit.

Refer to our Site Plan Approval Flowchart for an overview of the application and approval process.

Site Plan Approval Flowchart

Frequently Asked Questions

The following questions provide additional information about site plan approval, application requirements, timelines and fees in Belleville.

Do I need site plan approval for my project?

You need site plan approval for most commercial, industrial and multi-unit residential development typically if you are:

Building a new structure
Adding to an existing building
Expanding or changing how a building is used
Creating or changing a commercial parking lot
Modifying an approved site plan

Site plan approval is generally not required for one- and two-unit dwellings.

Do I need a pre-consultation before applying?

Yes. You must complete a pre-consultation with City staff before submitting a site plan application. This step confirms your requirements and helps avoid delays.

What do I need to include in my application?

You must submit all materials identified during pre-consultation. This may include:

Site plans and drawings
Engineering and servicing reports
Landscaping and grading plans
Supporting studies

Incomplete applications may be delayed.

How much does site plan approval cost?

Fees vary depending on the size and complexity of your project. Costs may include application fees, pre-consultation fees and securities or deposits. More information on fees can be found on our Planning Application Fees webpage.

How long does the site plan approval process take?

Timelines vary depending on the complexity of your proposal and how quickly you respond to comments. Revisions and additional studies can extend the process.

What is a site plan agreement?

A site plan agreement is a legal document between you and the City. It outlines the approved plans, requirements, fees and securities. The agreement is registered on the property title.

When can I apply for a building permit?

You can apply for a building permit after site plan approval is complete and all required agreements, fees and securities are in place.