Township of Kerns - Planning

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This is the exact embedded text of the captured official document. Snapshot e1c2f08fece5 · verified 2026-10-26 · original document · archived snapshot · unofficial consolidation, the official version is held by the municipal clerk.

Search for: # Planning Planning is the process of managing and directing land use to ensure efficient use of land and resources for the long-term viability and vitality of the Municipality. Planning in Ontario is governed by the Province through the Planning Act. The Planning Act sets out the processes that the Municipality must follow when processing, reviewing, and undertaking planning-related projects and applications. The Planning Act also requires that planning recommendations and decisions must be consistent with other policy statements issued by the Provincial Government, such as the Provincial Policy Statement and the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario. Further information on planning and planning-related matters and legislation is available from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Ministry of Housing. https://www.ontario.ca/page/land-use-planning **Planning Fees (Severance)**To apply for a severance, print and complete the application for consent. The completed application must be returned to the Municipal Office along with the applicable planning fees. (see below) 1 - Application for Consent -Severance 1. Application for Consent - $2,250.00 ![](https://kerns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Green-Fire-Circle-254x300.png) ## Recent Posts * Thanksgiving * Municipal Elections 2026 - INFORMATION * TC Energy Grant * Library * ONLINE TAX PAYMENTS ## Archives Archives Select Month September 2026 (1) August 2026 (1) October 2025 (1) October 2024 (1) May 2024 (1) Search for: ## Recent Comments ## Categories * Uncategorized ## Meta * Log in * Entries feed * Comments feed * WordPress.org © 2026 Township of Kerns. Made with by Graphene Themes.