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Innisfil, ON - Council of the Town of Innisfil passed the Community Benefits Charge By-law (No. 040-23) during the Council Meeting on April 26, 2023. The by-law will apply to all lands within the Town of Innisfil and contribute to Town-wide capital costs for various public amenities and facilities. 

The Community Benefits Charge By-law imposes charges on eligible developments or redevelopment with buildings or structures containing five or more storeys and adding at least ten residential units. The Community Benefits Charge will be calculated at a flat rate per dwelling unit, or at an amount equivalent to 4 per cent of the Value of the Land that is the subject of the Development or Redevelopment, as determined by the Town. 

The community benefits charge will contribute to Town-wide capital costs for public art, greenhouse, events equipment, tree canopy expansion, lighting improvements, affordable housing, traffic calming measures, bicycle lane painting, general government studies, urban parks, community facilities, active transportation, public realm, protection services, and civic improvements.  

Any person or organization may appeal the by-law to the Ontario Land Tribunal under Subsection 37 (17) of the Planning Act by filing a notice of appeal with the Clerk of the Town of Innisfil on or before June 5, 2023. The appellant is advised to contact the Ontario Land Tribunal for the required forms and applicable provincial fees. 

Copies of the complete Community Benefits Charges By-law are available for review at Innisfil Town Hall (2101 Innisfil Beach Road) during operating hours and on the Town’s website at innisfil.ca/CBC. 

For more information, please review the full Notice of Passing.