Before You Build

1) Find your local Conservation Authority

Check the Conservation Authority Map

There are 36 Conservation Authorities located across Ontario. If you would like to contact a Conservation Authority, please click on the interactive map or the listing by region to view the contact details.

Please direct any questions regarding the Find a Conservation Authority feature to Kristin Bristow at [kbristow@conservationontario.ca] or by calling 905-895-0716 Ext. 232.

• Crowe Valley Conservation (613-472-3137)

• Quinte Conservation (613-968-3434)

2) Check the Hastings County GIS

By providing advanced geospatial technologies and information, the County Geographic Information System (GIS) supports important decision-making processes that affect multiple communities and agencies. The County GIS advantageously uses technology to support the County of Hastings community and provides a critical service to many recipients.

Applications Available:

• COVID-19: Current State of Public Health Unit Regions - An interactive map highlighting the current state of Public Health Units during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• General Public Application - General map application for the general public.

• General Public Zoning Application - Municipal Zoning map application for the general public.

• North Hastings - Scenic Routes - Interactive mapping allows users to explore the 13 scenic driving routes found in North Hastings.

• Hastings County Arts Route - The Arts Route directs you to artisans, galleries and theatres across Hastings County. The Arts Route creates a trail of discovery for painters, potters, jewelry makers, photographers, performing arts, and other creative people.

• Conservation Authority Boundaries - Map highlighting the boundaries of Conservation Authorities within the County of Hastings.

• EarlyON Child and Family Centre Programs in Hastings County - EarlyON Child & Family Centre Program locations in Hastings County.

• Healthy Kids - An interactive map showing locations for kid-friendly fun and activities in Hastings County.

• Child Care Programs - Use this map application to locate Child Care Programs within the County of Hastings.

• County of Hastings Municipal Office Locations - Discover the County of Hastings' 14 Member Municipalities.

3) Check the Municipal Bylaws

4) Species at Risk Information

If your building lot is located in an area where there is a species at risk you may need a site visit by a third-party environmental consultant.

5) Review the Citizen’s Guide to Land Use Planning

Learn about the rules and processes municipalities follow for community development and growth in Ontario.

6) Speak to the Hastings County Planning Department

Fill out this pre-consultation intake form to provide the county planners with details about your project. Go to their website.

7) Apply for a Safe Entrance Permit

A building permit cannot be issued until there is a safe entrance for the property.

8) Apply for Building Permits (BISB)

A building permit is your formal permission to begin construction or demolition. It means that the Municipality of Marmora and Lake has reviewed the plans for any new structure, addition or renovation. Plans must comply with the Ontario Building Code, local zoning by-laws and other applicable laws and regulations.

2023-45 Building Fee Bylaw

Karst Guidance

The Crowe Valley Conservation Authority (CVCA) office has mapping (prepared by the Ontario Geological Survey) which indicates that there is a known presence of karst in this area.