Category: Planning & Development
Major Review of Zoning Rules, Urban Design Guidelines Gets Underway
Stouffville is rewriting zoning and urban design policies; a broad review will include public consultation, planning studies that will shape future development.
From Parking to Placemaking: Stouffville’s Downtown Urban Plaza Project Begins
Asphalt work is underway for Stouffville’s new Downtown Urban Plaza, a future public space meant to enhance community life and boost activity along Main Street.
Town Advances Housing Incentive Plan as Ontario, Ottawa Ready Tax Rebates
Stouffville’s Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan was refined, joining other government efforts to bring viability to a struggling housing sector.
Elm and Ninth Line Townhouse Proposal Prompts Road Ownership, Green Space Debate
A 20-unit townhouse proposal for Ninth Line & Elm stirred discussion over public vs. private road ownership, freehold vs. condo, and parkland vs. cash-in-lieu.
Mayor Lovatt Proposes Redevelopment of 6240 Main Street, 55+ Club
The Mayor’s motion would direct Staff to investigate affordable housing and seniors’ facility expansion through redevelopment of 6240 Main St., a Town property.
Town Seeks Greater Control of Stouffville GO MTSA Growth as Intensification Looms
Stouffville will create a block plan for the Stouffville GO Major Transit Station Area, aiming to shape growth, secure key lands, and avoid developer dictates.
Stouffville Explores Financial Incentives to Boost Housing Options
A new Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan aims to expand housing supply, boost affordability, and overcome market and sector challenges.
Edward Street Reconstruction Completed with Major Area Intensification on Horizon
Stouffville finished its Edward Street rebuild, creating a key throughway and setting the stage for future growth near the GO station.
Stouffville Finishes Last in Meeting 2024 Provincial Housing Targets, Eyes Rebound
Like other Ontario municipalities, Stouffville fell far short of its 2024 housing target, but officials say approvals are setting the stage for future growth.
Amrize Proposes New Aggregate Recovery Plant for Stouffville Pit
Amrize, formerly Lafarge Canada, is seeking approvals for a 10-acre aggregate recovery processing plant on its Stouffville Pit lands.
Province Approves MZO to Upzone Mon Sheong Foundation’s Stouffville Site
The Province has approved an MZO for Mon Sheong’s Stouffville site, allowing for taller buildings and full apartments on the Business Park lands.
Province Seeks Feedback on Proposed MZO for Sandiford Seniors Complex
Public comments are now open on the Environmental Registry of Ontario for an MZO proposal aimed at permitting complete residential dwellings within an institutional seniors living centre at 188 Sandiford Drive.
