The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is inviting residents to share their input on the future of local development at an upcoming public open house. The event will take place on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Nineteen on the Park, located at 19 Civic Avenue.
The session is part of the ReZone + ReDesign project, an initiative aimed at modernizing the town’s current zoning rules, which have been in place since 2010. This update is required to align local regulations with the town’s new official plan, which was recently approved.
During the open house, the town will present discussion papers on nine key topics, including residential areas, parking and transportation, and guidelines for building heights. Officials will also share information on a policy review for employment areas in Stouffville, Gormley, and Vandorf. Additionally, the town is exploring ways to increase housing options, such as allowing up to four residential units on a single property through the use of multiplexes and low-rise apartments.
This planning process is supported by $8 million in funding from the federal Housing Accelerator Fund, awarded in January 2025. The agreement aims to speed up the construction of 225 homes over the next three years and contribute to the development of 1,240 homes over the next decade.
Residents who cannot attend the open house can provide feedback by emailing [email protected] or by contacting Senior Planner Brandon Slopack at 905-640-1900, extension 2326. The town expects to finalize the new zoning documents between late 2026 and early 2027.
