How to apply for a permit

As of April 1, 2024, NVCA will follow a new regulation under the Conservation Authorities Act to review permit applications.
Learn more about the new regulation here.

There are two steps

1. Discuss your plans with us

If you are considering a project that may require a permit, discuss your plans.

For free initial information and map of your property, complete our property inquiry form.

Our staff will provide you with information about whether your development will be in NVCA’s regulated area, and what to expect during the permitting process.

This option is best for property owners who are considering development on their property.

Complete the property inquiry form

For detailed information about your permit application, complete our Pre-consultation Application form.

Our staff will review your plan and provide you with the steps required to complete your permit application, and further information about the permitting process.

This option is best for property owners who have a good sense of the development on their property.

Download the pre-consultation application form

For more information, contact our planning team.

You can contact us in the following ways:

Email permits@nvca.on.ca
Fill out the Property Inquiry Form at permit.nvca.on.ca
Call the NVCA Administration Office at 705-424-1479

2. Submit application form and fee

When you are ready to apply, send us your application form, supporting information and the appropriate review fee.

Our planning staff will provide a list of supporting information required for your permit application.

Supporting information can include:

Address of the location of your project
A brief description of the project
A digital or paper copy of your site plans and construction drawings (including grading and restoration details)
Digital photographs
Additional supporting information such as: Environmental Reports, Natural Hazard Assessments, Geotechnical Reports, Soils Reports, Topographical Surveys, Architectural Design Plans

Once our planning staff confirms your application is complete, your submission will be circulated for review.

Download the Permit Application Form

Ways to Contact NVCA

Email

Email permits@nvca.on.ca to inquire about your property.

Please provide the address of the property and some details of your project.

If the email was sent to your spam/junk folder please mark it as not junk so that future emails get delivered to your inbox.

Phone

Call 705-424-1479 x 268 to inquire about your property.

Please have the address of the property and the concept of your project ready.

Visit NVCA’s office

Property owners who have a concept or idea about their project and would like to know how to permitting process works are welcome to visit NVCA’s office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Our planning staff have blocked off time to answer all your questions about the NVCA permit process.

Address
8195 8th Line, Utopia ON L0M 1T0

Office hours
Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
We are closed for lunch between 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Book a pre-consultation appointment

For a smooth, efficient process and to keep your permit application on the right track, book a pre-consultation with a Planner!

What you need for your pre-consultation

Have your property address, concept, drawings and site plan ready
Pre-consultations are $561. This fee will be deducted from the final permit application fee.
Email permits@nvca.on.ca to book an appointment. NVCA will reach out to you to set up a meeting at the earliest available time/date and discuss your project further.

What you receive at the pre-consultation