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niagara escarpment commission nec skip to content skip links skip to primary navigation skip to content menu about development permits maps land use planning inside the commission meeting schedules agendas minutes contact search type and hit enter get a permit toggle navigation about development permits maps land use planning inside the commission meeting schedules agendas minutes contact have a question contact us directly at nec ontario ca or submit an online request via our website contact us today search welcome to the niagara escarpment commission nec search we are a government agency with a mandate to maintain and enhance the vitality of ontario s niagara escarpment apply for a development permit development permits customer service accessibility standards nec information system portal commission meetings report unauthorized development nep amendments nep interactive map decision appeals nep maps criteria and guidelines development exemptions commissioner biographies who we are the niagara escarpment commission nec is a statutory body that operates at arm s length from the ontario government ministry of natural resources the nec is mandated to develop interpret and apply niagara escarpment plan policies that maintain and enhance the niagara escarpment s unique environmental and landscape features learn more who we are the niagara escarpment commission nec is a statutory body that operates at arm s length from the ontario government ministry of natural resources and forestry the nec is mandated to develop interpret and apply niagara escarpment plan policies that maintain and enhance the vitality of the niagara escarpment s unique environmental and landscape features what is a development permit a niagara escarpment development permit is similar to a municipal building permit the difference is that a development permit considers the impact of a development proposal on the landscape and natural environment of the niagara escarpment note municipal building approvals and other permits may also be required but those can only be issued after the development permit i own my property why do i need a development permit the niagara escarpment plan nep protects the escarpment s unique ecological historic and scenic qualities to ensure that the escarpment s natural resources ecosystem health and scenic landscape are protected niagara escarpment landowners are required to obtain a development permit for certain types of development within the area of development control in regulation 826 what kind of activity requires a development permit applications for development permits can include proposals for new single dwellings or additions renovations to them infrastructure including roads and pipelines quarries sand and gravel pits lot creation agriculture including on farm diversified uses and agriculture related uses and the establishment of wineries irrigation or recreational ponds altering the grade of land including the importation of excess soil changes in the use of any land building or structure special events including any associated temporary signs parking areas buildings or structures minor alterations to a property or structure may not require a permit for a list of possible exemptions please see section ontario regulation 828 90 and consult with nec staff if your application is for a temporary or recurring event you must submit your application well in advance of the scheduled date to allow nec staff enough to review your application you may also require a municipal special event permit so contact your local municipality about their requirements does my property fall under the authorty of the niagara escarpment plan use our interactive map to determine if your property is located within the niagara escarpment plan area and or area of development control interactive map note s this application and its content are made available by the niagara escarpment commission as a public service without warranties of any kind expressed or implied the niagara escarpment plan area and area of development control shown in the interactive map is for illustrative purposes only for accurate interpretation refer to niagara escarpment plan area and or the development control area the niagara escarpment plan designation boundaries shown in the interactive map are approximate and subject to confirmation through site inspection and the application of the interpretation of boundaries section of the niagara escarpment plan the technology to convert the maps on this page to an accessible format is not currently available these maps may not be compatible with screen reader software if you are unable to access these maps please contact nec ontario ca how do i get a development permit if you have determined that your property falls within the niagara escarpment plan area and or area of development control you are strongly encouraged to check our list of common exemptions to determine if you need a development permit to assist you with completing your development permit application the nec has prepared a document outlining the requirements for the submission of a complete application after reading the technical criteria for pre consultation and applications you may contact nec staff to discuss your application if you are ready to start the development permit application process you must complete and submit documents through the nec information system portal there is no charge to apply for a development permit from the nec i ve submitted a development permit application what s next once your application package has been received a planner is assigned to handle your application the planner will review the application for completeness and assess the potential impacts of the proposed development on the environment against the nep policies and requirements that protect the niagara escarpment s scenic resources ecological and historic features the planner will write a report recommending approval if your proposal is a permitted use in the plan your proposal meets the policies and development criteria of the plan other agencies are satisfied and support the application applications that are not in conflict with the niagara escarpment plan and that are non complex or routine in nature may be given a director s approval applications that do not comply with the plan or have been objected to by a consulted agency or deal with developments already commenced without a development permit must go before the niagara escarpment commission at a scheduled meeting upon approval of a development permit application there will be conditions attached the number and type of conditions will depend on the complexity of your application how we work the niagara escarpment commission has 17 members commissioners appointed by order in council the commission meets monthly to consider development permits and land use proposals policy items and proposed amendments to the niagara escarpment plan the commission reports to the minister of natural resources and forestry it is supported by staff operating from offices in georgetown and owen sound learn more how we work the niagara escarpment commission has 17 members commissioners appointed by order in council the commission meets monthly to consider development permits and land use proposals policy items and proposed amendments to the niagara escarpment plan the commission reports to the minister of natural resources and forestry it is supported by staff operating from offices in georgetown and owen sound have a question we re here to help if you have an inquiry that cannot be resolved through our faqs please contact us via the information noted below buying or developing in the nep review the faqs ask staff a question nec georgetown 232 guelph street georgetown ontario l7g 4b1 phone 905 877 5191 email nec ontario ca hours of operation monday to friday 9 00 am to 4 30 pm nec owen sound 1450 7th avenue owen sound ontario n4k 2z1 phone 519 371 1001 email nec ontario ca hours of operation monday to friday 9 00 am to 4 30 pm next scheduled commission meeting october 15 2026 time tbd agenda tbd about us careers staff directory niagara escarpment plan niagara escarpment planning and development act nep area interactive map news and updates active plan amendments development permits compliance matters annual plans reports appeal an nec decision open data commissioner biographies schedules agendas minutes website feedback have a question about your development project contact us today terms of use accessibility privacy king s printer for ontario 2026 what is your concern your full name your email your phone number what is the location of the alleged occurrence provide full address if possible when did the alleged occurrence take place what is occurring on the property who is involved such as contractor homeowner licence plate s and or vehicle description etc i agree to the terms of use and i accept the privacy policy i understand that i may not hear from nec staff on this matter unless additional information is required and if i choose to submit a concern that no status updates can be provided while a compliance file is ongoing due to privacy and investigative requirements i understand that submitted compliance information is not anonymous all submissions are recorded δ adding itemname to cart added itemname to cart loading