Development Charges booklet (January 2026) — full text, Meaford, Ontario

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® Municipality of Meaford Municipality of Meaford Investing in the future of our community October 7, 2024 (updated January 1, 2026) This booklet provides an overview of development charges in the Municipality of Meaford and is intended to be used as a guide. Applicants should review the Development Charges By-Law and the Development Charges Act 1997 and consult with Municipal Building staff for charges that may apply to specific land development projects. 1 WHAT ARE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES? 4 WHY BUILD IN MEAFORD? 5 MUNICIPAL WIDE CHARGES T CONTACTS 7 vs ne x > ear a eee oe I eae 1 ee ye We . rt tote match: * mt ES Ck NO ge "ape am. bp ee TE Ee tie i sae qo nsibadain sie S358 on N Le > ne a re ET. iY ioe ge as ee * . _ ' . "eS ° 4 pm ar "So a nts AF Pn Pin uy . + ? ae > cn y a. ~~ QE ee -- Charges? Purpose of Development Charges Development charges are imposed on land development and redevelopment projects to help pay for the capital costs of infrastructure that is needed to service new development. Background On October 7, 2024, the Council of the Municipality of Meaford passed Development Charges By-law 2024-48 (the By-law) under the authority of the Development Charges Act, 1997. The By-law came into force on the date of its enactment and establishes development charges on all new residential and non-residential development within the Municipality of Meaford. This By-law replaces the previous Development Charges By-law 2021-13. Indexing In accordance with Section 8 of the By-law, development charges are subject to annual indexing. Beginning January 1, 2025 and on January 1 of each year thereafter, rates will be adjusted based on the most recently available Statistics Canada Quarterly Non- residential Construction Price Index. No amendment to the By-law is required for these annual adjustments. Phase-In The 2024 Development Charges By-law does not include a phase-in period. Development charges are payable in full, subject to applicable exemptions and credits, as of the date the By-law came into force. Statement of the Treasurer The Treasurer's Annual Statement, identifying opening and closing balances and development charges reserve fund transactions during the year, may be viewed by the public at Meaford.ca or in the offices of the Municipal Clerk at 21 Trowbridge Street West, Meaford, Ontario, during regular business hours. 1 Is My Project Subject to Development Charges? You may be required to pay development charges for land development or redevelopment projects, if you are: ¢ Constructing a new building. e Making an addition or alteration to an existing building that increases the number of residential units or the non-residential gross floor area. e« Re-developing a property or making interior alterations that result in a change of use to all or part of a building. MM System Wide Sewer - 67.76% MM System Wide Water - 10.34% Services Related to a Highway: Roads & Related - 8.92% Parks and Recreation - 6.07% MN Stormwater - 3.44% Public Library - 1.14% || Fire Protection Services - 1.09% Service Related to a Highway: Public Works - 0.94% Development Related Studies - 0.31% ay jaa " A aoe & 7 Se a aes aos te ieee | i | i iit 7 = 24 mS i | | M1: Services Included Development charges help pay for growth-related capital costs for the following municipal services: Fire ervices Meaford z Protection Related to Public g Services Highways Library - \ a Fea Development Parks and Ps " Water and eae Oy Studies a Recreation : <2 ~ Wastewater Se ee oF . ca Se When Are Development Charges ¢ Land, buildings or structures used or Payable? to be used for a public hospital Development charges imposed under the receiving aid under the Public By-law are calculated, payable and Hospitals Act collected on the date that an above grade e« Temporary structures that will not be building permit under the Building Code erected for more than 8 months. Act is issued in relation to a building or « Accessory uses not greater than 10 structure on the land to which the square metres. development charge applies. Where a Consult the By-law and the Act for the full development charge applies to land in list of exemptions. relation to which a building permit is required, no building permit will be issued until the development charge has been County Development Charges paid in full. The Municipality of Meaford collects development charges on behalf of Grey Exemptions County, as required by the Development Exemptions provided in the By-law and/or Charges Act. Grey County is responsible the Act include: for setting the development charge rates « The City or a local board thereof as and applicable policies. Please review the defined in the Act Development Charges By-law at e« A Board of Education greycounty.ca e The creation of an additional dwelling unit, under the restrictions of 2 (3) (b) of the Act © ©} 3 a a Why Build in Meaford? Location Meaford is ideally located just two hours from the Greater Toronto Area and a short drive to Blue Mountain Village Resort. The cities of Barrie, Owen Sound, and Collingwood are all within 100 km, offering easy access to urban amenities. Affordability As one of the most affordable places to live in southern Ontario, Meaford attracts both retirees and young families looking for a high quality of life. Beauty With breathtaking hilltop views, waterfront properties along Georgian Bay, and charming riverside homes by the Bighead River, Meaford's scenic countryside and inviting urban center make it a truly standout destination. Climate Thanks to its unique microclimate created by Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment, Meaford offers exceptional growing conditions. Apples, grapes, and hops thrive here, creating strong agribusiness opportunities. Culture Meaford is the Cultural Centre of Grey County, once home to John Muir, Tom Thomson, Beautiful Joe and the proud home of the Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre. All the cultural amenities you'd expect in a large urban centre can be found in the picturesque town of Meaford. Tourism Meaford is a true four-season Canadian destination. In the warmer months, enjoy the picturesque harbourfront and explore unspoiled natural trails, while the colder months bring snow-covered hills and quaint local shops, offering something special no matter the season. ' eS iad, Sd, ' ee Ok ; s > Ce a" BAe ~ = ane nee =" 2 "al A mo 5 vere cm ee, . is 2 . e 2 '.. ; y yl es ~ P 5 ' "Dy "5 . ZR 6s . - me eae ee a. Wore Be AAS. , GNA vi : -- - avi fs on ° 6 tvs an : 1 ge aon : eee a ae Ns " "fp tig. = y 9 ly » Sans et at > ~ 4 ft | ae \ A , ' ; % "9 "we y u's Ke) Aa? Aas = Lom nN ¥ bre gi Noa : -- 7 , P. . , Oe aod i as ---- --s. :| fon 2) ee ea Municipal U Nn | C | Da Any new building development in the Municipality of Wi Meaford is subject to the following development | eC charges. These charges will be used to provide new C h 2 r es services to support the development. CHARGE BY UNIT TYPE SERVICES SINGLE AND SEMI- ROWS AND OTHER NUSING HOME DETACHED MULTIPLES (PER BED) FIRE PROTECTION " " _ PARKS AND SERVICES RELATED TOA HIGHWAY: PUBLIC $131 $75 $50 WORKS DEVELOPMENT SEVRVICES RELATED TO A HIGHWAY: ROADS $6,436 $3,670 $2,447 AND RELATED TOTAL UNSERVICED cERGE $16, 591 $9,459 $6,307 TOTAL SERVICED che $46,987 $26,791 $17,862 5 NON-RESIDENTIAL CHARGE PER SQ.M SERVICES OTHER NON- DUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL IN CHARGE ($/SQ.M) CHARGE ($/SQ.M) SERVICES RELATED TOA ~ ~ SEVRVICES RELATED TOA _ ~ TOTAL UNSERVICED CHARGE $67.23 $40.16 TOTAL SERVICED CHARGE $298.30 $155.71 6 Shawn amy Everitt ann Chief Administrative Director, Officer Development 519-538-160 ext. 1121 ee ext 1146 [email protected] [email protected] Denise Tammy McCarl Dobie Manager, Deputy Chief Planning Services Building Official 519-538-160 ext. 1120 519-538-160 ext. 1114 [email protected] [email protected] Note If there is any discrepancy between this pamphlet and the By-Law, the By-Law prevails. 7