Heritage Conservation

The conservation of the City of Belleville's heritage is an important part of our commitment to creating a sustainable community.

Applying for a heritage permit

Please review Heritage Permit Information before starting renovations or alterations to a heritage property and complete and submit a Heritage Permit Application.

Heritage register

Heritage Designation gives a property a special status and is a legal process under the Ontario Heritage Act. Designation protects and preserves its architectural history. Designation is registered on the title of the property when the process is complete.

Heritage Designation is a way for the owner to express pride in the heritage nature of the property. We help the owner receive a plaque that denotes the property's heritage status. For more information on having your property designated as Heritage please contact planning@belleville.ca .

Heritage properties

Our Heritage Properties have cultural heritage value or interest, and are designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. They are an essential part of our role in heritage conservation. We provide a database of properties of cultural heritage value or interest for land use planners, property owners, developers, the tourism industry, educators and the public.

Heritage properties in the City of Belleville:

• Recognize a property's cultural heritage value or interest in the community;
• Show Council's commitment to conserve cultural heritage resources;
• Enhance knowledge and understanding of the community's cultural heritage;
• Inform municipal decision makers when reviewing development proposals or permit applications; and
• Provide protection from demolition.