The United Counties of…

The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG) does not support the proposed changes to the Agricultural lot creation policies in the PPS due to concerns regarding scattered development, loss of farmland, and impact on agricultural operations.

SDG supports the proposed flexibility regarding expansion of settlement area boundaries, especially as many vacant parcels in smaller villages are mostly owned by farmers who may or may not wish to build houses (but would not support removing their properties), leaving the municipality with potential land shortages.

SDG supports the changes to the Employment Lands section of the PPS, provided appropriate separation distances and transition areas can still be implemented.

SDG appreciates the extension to review the proposed NHS policies and has no concerns with the proposed policies. SDG continues to request the province allow CAs and Municipalities to have voluntary agreements on development review for natural heritage.