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Consent to Sever / Part Lot Control Exemption
Consent is granted by the Committee of Adjustment; Part Lot Control exemption is by City Council by-law.
You need it when: You split a property, create an easement or lease over 21 years, or adjust lot lines (consent), or divide lots within a registered plan (part lot control).
Why it's needed
- The Planning Act prohibits dividing land or granting long-term rights over part of a lot without approval.
When to apply
- Before registering the new parcels, easements or leases.
Review time
Documents for a complete application
- Application form, survey / reference plan, fee
- Development Approval Application (Part Lot Control, Schedule 7) where applicable
How to submit
- Committee of Adjustment (consent) or City Planning (part lot control).
Forms and guides
- Part Lot Control Applications Submission Checklist (City of Toronto, checklist)
- Committee of Adjustment Application (City of Toronto, application form)
- Committee of Adjustment Application Checklist (digital requirements) (City of Toronto, checklist)
Official pages
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Sources are marked in the text: [TO] toronto.ca pages, [Guide] general industry guidance, [Plan] permit planning practice. Confirm on the official page before applying.