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The Planning Division is responsible for all matters related to planning, land use, and future development within the  City of Kenora. We work with the Planning Advisory Committee to make decisions and recommendations to City council on applications for amendments to the City of Kenora Official Plan and the Zoning By-law and other applications under the Planning Act.  

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Book a pre-consultation meeting

If you plan on submitting a planning application, it is recommended that you first have a pre-consultation meeting with the Planning team. We will help you understand when an application is required, what development can be approved, what other approvals might be needed, and what you will need to include in your application. Contact us to book a pre-consultation meeting. 

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You need to submit a development application in order to begin a new development project. Review the property and planning fees.

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All development applications need to meet the guidelines outlined in our municipal planning documents and zoning by-law. Review the major planning and zoning regulations.

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