March 2024 E-Newsletter

March 2024

Budget Public Meeting

On March 12, 2024, The Blue Mountains Council will be holding a Public Meeting to provide information to the public and to allow the public the opportunity to review and comment on the 2024 Draft Budget and supporting Tax Rate Changes as well as the 2024 Draft Water and Wastewater Budget and the 2024 Fees & Charges By-law. Copies of the draft documents area available here.

Written comments received by 9:00 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, will be read by the Town Clerk at the Public Meeting and included in the record. Comments can be submitted in writing using email or regular letter mail to the Town Clerk. Anyone wishing to provide their verbal comments in person can attend the meeting.

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Volunteer Awards Nominations Open

The nomination period for the Volunteer Recognition Awards is now open! The nomination period is open until Wednesday, March 6. The annual Volunteer Recognition program features seven award categories that aim to recognize individual volunteers and community groups for their contribution to the local community.

To nominate an individual or group for their dedication to the community, please complete the online nomination form by visiting the Volunteer Recognition Awards webpage.

The awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 17 at the Beaver Valley Community Centre as part of National Volunteer Recognition Week.

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Air Force Conducting Ceremonial Flyby

The Town would like to advise residents that on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Canadian Armed Forces will be conducting a planned flyby as low as 500 feet for the planned Royal Canadian Air Force Homecoming Dinner being held at Blue Mountain Resort. The flyby will involve three aircraft and is anticipated to happen between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact:

Dillon Fremlin
Directory Emergency Services & Risk
Blue Mountain Resorts LP
(705) 445-0231 ext. 52910

Parking Registration Change

The Town has implemented a new resident parking pass registration system for 2024. The traditional rearview mirror parking passes will not be mailed to residents. 2023 Parking Passes will remain valid until May 1, 2024. The new system allows residents to register vehicles directly through the Town website. Vehicle registration can also be completed in person at Town Hall Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Additional Residential Units - Zoning By-law Amendment

Bill 23 has amended the Planning Act to require local Official Plans and Zoning By-laws to permit up to three residential units as-of-right on residential properties within settlement areas that are connected to municipal water and sanitary sewer services. The amendments also exempt residential developments of ten (10) units or less from Site Plan Control.

This Town’s update to Zoning By-law 2018-65 is proposed to conform with Provincial legislation and to further encourage the construction of Additional Residential Units (ARUs) in the Town. Draft definitions and provisions are available for review on the project webpage and are subject to change following public consultation and a decision of Council.

A Public Meeting to consider this ZBA will be held on March 12, 2024 at 9:30am.

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Sustainability Summit - Save the Date!

The Town of The Blue Mountains is excited to announce its first annual Sustainability Summit, taking place on April 25^th, 2024!

This first summit is an important event for businesses, organizations, and municipal governments as they converge to explore green economy concepts, including the circular economy which focuses on reducing and diverting waste, and lays the foundation for a new regional Green Economy Hub following the Green Economy Canada model.

The Blue Mountains Future Story, the Town’s community sustainability plan, guides us towards collaborative action in creating climate solutions, fostering sustainable neighbourhoods, and cultivating a culture of innovation and prosperity. A Sustainability Summit is one of our Bold Actions to help build partnerships, share best practices, and inspire regional action as we work together towards a sustainable future.

Stay tuned for more details or email sustainability@thebluemountains.ca for more information.

Spring is Around the Corner!
Start Planning Now for that New Deck

This is the time of year when we are all thinking about getting outside and enjoying the sunshine. Have you been considering building a new deck? If so, check with the Town of The Blue Mountains Building Department to see if you require a building permit.

What’s the first step in building a deck?

The first step is to check with our Zoning Coordinator to see where you can place a deck on your property.

When do I need a Deck Permit?

If you plan to build a deck that is elevated 60 cm (or 24’’) or greater above grade and attached to your house, you will need a deck permit.

How long does it take to obtain a deck permit?

Once a permit application is deemed complete, it usually takes less than 10 business days to issue the permit.

What is the cost for a deck permit?

A deck permit is $175.00.

How do I apply for a deck permit?

You can apply online by visiting the Deck Permit Guide.

We are here to help! If you have any questions about building a deck, please call Building Services at (519) 599-3131 ext. 239.