Consent (land severance)
A land severance is the authorized separation of a piece of land to form two new adjoining properties. This is commonly known as a land severance but more formally it’s called a consent.
Apply for a Consent approval
Before you apply, you'll need to book a pre-consultation meeting with Planning Staff by completing the Pre-Consultation form below. Applicable fees for a pre-consultation meeting may apply.
Pre-Consultation Application Form
Download Application for Consent (PDF)
Download Sample Sketch Plan (PDF)
General examples of Consent applications may include:
- The division or severance of a single lot or parcel of land into two or more parcels or lots.
- Adding to a lot, making it larger than its current size.
- Getting a right-of-way over an adjacent property for access.
How to submit an application for Consent
Step 1: Complete the application |
You will need to complete the Consent Application Form: Tips:
Application Checklist Ensure your application is complete with a:
Note: Incomplete, incorrect, or inaccurate applications will not be accepted or processed until all required information is provided. |
Step 2: Application fee(s) |
City Application Fees:
City Policy on Parkland Dedications City policy as approved by City Council, with respect to park levies and/or parkland dedications, as it applies to applications to the Belleville Committee of Adjustment is as follows:
The current “cash-in-lieu” value for a new residential lot has been set at $7,500.00 in the urban serviced area and $4,000.00 in rural areas. A complete breakdown of our fee schedule can be found on our Planning Application Fees webpage.
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Step 3: Submit the application |
You can submit the applications, supporting documents and fee(s):
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Step 4: Application Approval Process |
The application will go through the following approval process, which may take six to eight weeks or longer for complex applications. 1. Pre-consultation An informal pre-consultation is required prior to the submission of the minor variance application. This pre-consultation meeting will allow the applicant to explain the proposal and give staff the opportunity to provide preliminary comments and advice to help support the formal application. 2. Application Circulation and Notice of Public Hearing
Your application will then be circulated to other City Departments and relevant local agencies for review and comment. 3. Public Notice Sign There must be a sign placed on the land identified in the application that notifies the public of your application and proposal.
4. Recommendation Report We will prepare a staff report in regard to your application. This report will go to the public meeting for the Committee of Adjustment for their consideration. 5. The Committee of Adjustment Meeting
6. Notice of Decision
7. Appeal Period
Note: Please be advised that the above information is intended to provide an overview of the OLT appeal process. This document should not replace any formal instruction provided through the OLT website. 8. Final & Binding Decision
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Consent Process Flowchart
View the Consent flowchart (PDF) for an overview of the application process.