Zoning

The Municipality of Trent Lakes Zoning By-law 2014-070 regulates how a property can be developed and implements the objectives and policies of the Official Plan.   You may also view B2015-085 - Expansion to or Replacement of Existing Buildings for alteration to dwellings in the 30 meter water yard.

Our Zoning By-law states exactly:

• How land may be used
• Where buildings and other structures can be located
• The types of buildings that are permitted and how they may be used
• The lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building heights and setbacks from the street

How do I find the zoning for my property

You can find the zoning regulations for your property by:

• Viewing the zoning maps
• Viewing the County of Peterborough Public GIS Website
• by contacting our Planning Department at 705-738-3800 ext. 246.

Once you've found your zoning, you may refer to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law to find out the permitted uses for the zoning designation.

If you are interested in building or renovating in the Municipality, please check the Zoning By-law regulations for your property before applying for a building permit.

Zoning maps

View the our zoning maps:

• Map 1 – Galway Ward: Crystal Lake, White Lake, Birch Bark Lake, Kinmount Lake, Conley Lake
• Map 2 – Galway Ward: Silver Lake, Bass Lake, Loom Lake
• Map 3 – Cavendish Ward: Salmon Lake, Fortesque Lake, Pencil Lake, Picard Lake, Greens Lake
• Map 4 – Cavendish Ward: Mississagua Lake, Catchacoma Lake, Gold Lake
• Map 5 – Harvey Ward: Pigeon Lake, Nogies Creek, Miskwaa Ziibi River
• Map 6 – Harvey Ward: Pigeon Lake, Buckhorn Lake, Sandy Lake, Big Bald Lake
• Map 7 – Harvey Ward: Mississagua Lake
• Map 8 – Harvey Ward: Lower Buckhorn Lake, Lovesick Lake
• Map 9 – Harvey Ward: Sandy Point Development
• Map 10 – Harvey Ward: Harvey Business Park

Changes to the Zoning By-law

If you are unable to meet setbacks or requirements set out by the Comprehensive Zoning By-law, you may need to apply for a Minor Variance or Zoning By-law Amendment.

Letter of Compliance & Septic Information Requests

When a property is listed for sale, the lawyer acting on behalf of the purchaser will request a letter of compliance for zoning and work orders. The fees for these requests as of January 1st, 2025 are as follows:

Zoning Compliance Letter only : $100.00

Zoning & Building Letter: $150.00

If you are looking for a copy of previous records related to your Septic System, please call 705-738-3800 ext. 233. There is a $35 fee for a File Search. Only current property owners are those authorized by the current property owners using our Authorization to act as Agent form, will be able to receive a copy. Known records begin in 1976, and there is no guarantee that one will be located for your property.