The Town of Caledon is responsible for the regulation of land use policy, building permits and other approvals that affect the opening and operating of a business.
Economic Development are here to help navigate through the necessary approvals please contact us, we are here to helphttps://www.caledonbusiness.ca/en/business-support/contact-us.aspx
Land use
Most types of development need to be reviewed to make sure they meet various guidelines, by-laws and plans, including our Official Plan and our Zoning By-law.
Official Plan
Caledon's Official Plan is a statement of principles, goals, objectives and policies intended to guide future land use. The plan provides the basis for preparing zoning and other by-laws.
Zoning By-law
The Zoning By-law is set by policies in the Town's Official Plan. The By-law divides the Town into zones, each for specific uses. The By-law regulates:
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Land use
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Building location on a property
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The height, bulk, location, size, floor area, space and use of buildings and structures
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Parking and loading facilities
Preliminary meetings
Before submitting a planning application, please contact the Planning Division to discuss your new project. Once they have a better idea of your project, they may recommend an "Inquiry Meeting" to take an initial look at your plans, explain the process and identify any concerns that might need to be addressed.
You may contact Planning staff at: 905-584-2272 x. 7338 or planning@caledon.ca
Building permits
When deciding on a location and either constructing a new building or leasing an existing building, most construction, renovationor even changing the use within an existing unitrequires a building permit. Check out the Building and Renovation page for information to assist you.
Need assistance? Contact Building Services staff 905-584-2272 x. 2233 or buildingpermits@caledon.ca
Region of Peel
The Region of Peel is currently responsible for, regional roads, water and waste water servicing.Region of Peel also works with the Town of Caledon through the development application review process to provide input from a Service Delivery perspective.
Niagara Escarpment Plan Area
If your property is located within the Niagara Escarpment Plan area and you are changing the use on all or part of your property and/or doing a development project you may need a development permit from the Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC).
The NEC provides guidance for applicants with their TechnicalCriteria for Preconsultation Meetings and Complete Applications.
Questions? Contact the NEC at: 905-877-5191 or necgeorgetown@ontario.ca
Region of Peel – Business Reporting – New or Changes
If you are opening a new business in Caledon and your type of business is one of the following you are required to notify Peel Public Health: (link: Business reporting – new or changes - peelregion.ca)
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Before and after school program
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Food premises
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Home-based food businesses (preparing or offering food for sale)
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Licensed child carecentre
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Personal service business (hair salon, barbershop, aesthetic services, tattoo studio)
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Pool, spa, or splash pad water facility
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Tanning facility
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Tobacco or vape retailer (while not required under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, tobacco and vape retailers are strongly encouraged to notify Peel Public Health of their opening).
Restaurants / food premises
If you are opening a new business in Peel, the Health Protection and Promotion Act of Ontario requires you to notify Peel Public Health at least 14 days before opening.
Whether you are completingnew construction or making renovations involving construction to your existing business you will need to report these changes to Peel Public Health and submit your plans for review. You must notify them at least 14 days before starting construction.
More information for Food Operators is available on the Peel Public Health website.
Questions? Peel Public Health 905-799-7700 | peelhealth@peelregion.ca
Town of Caledon Business Licensing
Some businesses in Caledon require a license. We license taxi and limousine services, food & refreshment vehicles, temporary restaurant patios and donation boxes. Link: https://www.caledon.ca/en/town-services/business-licensing.aspx
Temporary Restaurant Patios
A licenseis required to have a temporary patio adjacent to your restaurant business.
Patios are permitted during the patio season of May 1 to October 31 and can be placed on either private property or on a sidewalk in Downtown Bolton.
Start a bed and breakfast
Bed and Breakfasts are popular throughout Caledon. Learn the requirements you need to turn your home into a B&B and start making extra income today.
Not sure where to start?
Contact Economic Development staff we're happy to assist.