Planning & Development Services

The City of Markham is here to help you through the planning and development process. Find information on how to submit your application, participate in the planning process and learn more about ongoing planning studies.

NOTE: On January 31, 2024, Council enacted a new Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-19. The new Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-19 is under appeal. Not all properties within the City are affected by the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-19. By accessing the online Zoning By-Law you can determine if your property is affected by this new Zoning By-law. Areas that are greyed out on the Interactive Map are not included in the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-19. 

Significant changes to the planning and process have been enacted through the Province of Ontario’s Bill 23, and Bill 109.  Markham Staff are working with departments, agencies, and stakeholders, to implement any required changes to the development process.  Staff are also working to provide up to date information to applicants and stakeholders, and to provide updates to the City’s website with respect to these changes.  If you have any questions about the changes to the development process resulting from Bill 23, or Bill 109, please email questions to DSC@markham.ca.