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NVCA launches e-permitting platform for applications

March 6, 2025   ·   0 Comments

By Brian Lockhart

The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority has announced the launch of a new e-permitting platform that allows property owners in the Nottawasaga Watershed to easily submit inquiries about their property or proposed development, book pre-consultations and submit permit applications.

“In the last few years, NVCA has made changes to our operations to improve efficiency and permit review timelines,” said Ben Krul, NVCA’s manager of development planning & permits. “We hope this platform will help us deliver continuous improvement by reducing manual administration work, allowing staff to focus on processing permit applications and responding to requests.”

The e-permitting platform can be accessed on NVCA’s website.

To assist users, information about submitting general inquiries, pre-consultations and the permitting process is available on the landing page before a formal request is made.

NVCA is responsible for regulating activities in natural and hazardous areas to avoid the loss of life and damage to property caused by flooding and erosion. Property owners looking to develop near a watercourse, river, stream, pond, wetland, steep slope, floodplain, or the Georgian Bay shoreline may need a permit from NVCA before they start their project.

To save time and money, NVCA advises property owners to book a pre-consultation with NVCA’s regulations and planning staff before submitting. Staff will let property owners know if they are in a regulated area, review project plans, and outline the information required to submit a complete permit application.

Property owners are encouraged to use the e-permitting platform to submit inquiries about their property or proposed development, book pre-consultations and submit permit applications for a more streamlined experience. 

“Since this a new system, we are looking for user feedback to improve usability for everyone in the watershed,” said Krul. “It is important that property owners of all abilities can navigate and efficiently use this platform.”

To access NVCA’s e-permitting platform or submit feedback, visit www.nvca.on.ca.

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