Preliminary Project Review – Use Only

Submit an application form to confirm the use of a property for compliance with the Zoning By-law(s), without the need for plans to be submitted.

Submit Application

General Information

The Preliminary Project Review-Use Only provides an assessment of whether the following uses are permitted the specific location, under the current applicable Zoning By-law:

Animal Care
Auto/Vehicle
Child Care
Commercial
Restaurant
Institutional
Manufacturing
Medical/Dental/Drugless Practitioner/Holistic
Parking Lot
Personal Services
Office

The review will not include parking, loading, built form standards, or any other qualifications or conditions related to that use.

A Preliminary Project Review or Zoning Certificate is required for:

Recycling uses;
Transfer stations;
Drive-thrus;
Patios and any use not indicated on the application form.

Required Documentation

No plans are required to make an application.

Apply by Email

To submit an application by email please use the ‘Email’ button on top of the Application Form.

Apply in Person

‘No-Wrong-Counter’ Applications

Customers have the option to attend ANY Toronto Building Customer Service counter to make an application. Customers will be asked to present a re-writable DVD or USB containing the completed application form. No paper copies will be required.

Required Fees

The review of a proposal to determine its compliance with the City’s Zoning By-law. The fees for the program are as follows:

Type of Request Per Registered Lot	Fee Effective Jan. 1, 2017 Per Request (Non-refundable)
All Use-only PPR Proposals	$198.59