Which local government body oversees development approvals for condominiums?

The municipality is the local government body responsible for overseeing development approvals for condominiums. In Ontario, municipalities play a crucial role in land use planning and development. They establish zoning bylaws, regulate the construction of new buildings, and assess the impact of proposed developments on the community.

This oversight includes reviewing plans submitted for condominium developments to ensure they comply with local regulations, community plans, and provincial guidelines. While other entities like the planning department, city council, and development authority may be involved in the processes surrounding development approvals, it is ultimately the municipality that holds the jurisdiction and authority to approve or deny developments based on municipal policies and regulations.

The planning department typically functions within the municipality to manage the technical aspects of planning and development applications. City council may have a role in making final decisions based on recommendations from the planning department but does not act independently of the municipality. The development authority, while it may exist within a larger planning framework, is not a standalone entity that handles developments separately from local government oversight.