The London Plan (Official Plan)

The London Plan is the policy framework for all planning in London. It emphasizes:

growing inward and upward,
to reduce the costs of growth,
create walkable communities,
revitalize urban neighbourhoods and business areas,
protect farmlands, and
reduce greenhouse gases and energy consumption.

The plan sets out ways to conserve cultural heritage and protect environmental areas, hazard lands, and natural resources. Through The London Plan, the community is planning for vibrant, healthy, safe and fulfilling neighbourhoods, attractive and viable mobility alternatives and affordable housing that is accessible to those who need it.

At the root of The London Plan is the goal of building a city that will be attractive as a place to live and invest in a highly competitive world and one that will offer the opportunity of prosperity to everyone. The London Plan sets the stage for the next twenty years of city building in London.

The London Plan Status

The London Plan is in force as the new official plan for the City of London.

The London Plan was adopted by City Council in June 2016 and approved by the Province in December 2016. All of the City’s by-laws and public works must conform to the policies of The London Plan.

The 1989 Official Plan has been repealed by City Council.

At the time of Provincial approval, The London Plan was appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). Through OLT decision May 25, 2022, the final phase of policy appeals have been resolved. Several site-specific appeals remain. Those policies that remain under appeal are contained within a red box in the plan. For more information about the appeals, please visit the Ontario Land Tribunals website.

The London Plan

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