Downtown Whitby Secondary Plan Update

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Feedback collected during Phase 1 of the project helped to shape the design of two proposed Land Use Concept options for Downtown Whitby. Each concept includes potential building heights, land uses (ex. residential, commercial), roads, parks, and urban squares. Now, as part of Phase 2 of the project, feedback is being gathered on the proposed ideas in the Land Use Concept options that you prefer.

Note: Comments are collected per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). Individual responses to survey comments will not be provided. A summary will be posted after the Community Open House closes.

While the Phase 2 Open House and Engagement Survey have now closed, you can continue to provide feedback by contacting the project team at the email and/or phone number provided under the "Project Contact Details" section of this website.

Please note that the Phase 2 Land Use Concept Options are for consideration. No recommendations or decisions have been made at this time. Feedback from this survey will help inform Phase 3 of the project, which includes the development of a Preferred Land Use Concept and further opportunities for engagement.

About the Downtown Whitby Secondary Plan Update

Downtown Whitby is known for its historic commercial core, surrounded by residential neighbourhoods, parks and open spaces, schools and cultural institutions. It is home to an eclectic mix of businesses and services. All contribute to the area’s uniqueness and charm.

As Whitby’s population grows, Downtown Whitby is one of several areas identified in the Town of Whitby Official Plan that will share some of that population and job growth. The Downtown Whitby Secondary Plan helps to manage growth in a manner that is specific and suitable for the downtown area. The Secondary Plan is being updated to:

• guide population and job growth, land use, and development in Downtown Whitby;
• maintain and enhance its unique heritage, economic strengths and sense of place;
• support a range of housing options and a mix of uses;
• improve access to transit and active transportation options;
• enhance public open space, walkability, and the natural environment; and
• promote a healthy, vibrant and sustainable downtown core, offering a high quality of life for local residents, businesses, and visitors to the area.

The study area for the Secondary Plan Update is bound by the Canadian Pacific Rail line to the north, Garden Street to the east, Highway 401 to the south and Cochrane Street to the west.

Stay Informed

Follow this project and sign up online to become an Interested Party. Need assistance or have further questions? Contact Planning and Development Department Staff under Project Contact Details on the right-hand side of this page.

By becoming an Interested Party you are requesting ongoing project information for the Downtown Whitby Secondary Plan update, including notice of any public meetings and information on appeal rights.