Growth and Development Services

The Region of Waterloo is committed to balanced growth, strategic development and environmental stewardship that supports community needs and resilience. Learn about development charges, development incentives, growth management and the Regional Official Plan.

Development Charges

The Region of Waterloo collects Development Charges to help pay for the infrastructure needed to service new development and support growth throughout Waterloo Region.

Development Incentives

Waterloo Region is a great place for businesses to start up and/or expand and is also an attractive location for large corporations to operate their headquarters. Discover the many incentives available to developers and property owners in Waterloo Region.

Growth Management

The Regional Growth Management Strategy is intended to protect farmland, provide greater transportation choice, and build vibrant urban places. We're also working to ensure balanced growth that is cost effective and reduces the need to expand services, such as roads or water and wastewater facilities.

Regional Official Plan

The Regional Official Plan (ROP) guides land use decisions, how to manage and direct physical land use changes, and its effects on the social, economic, and natural environment. Learn about changes to Ontario’s land use planning framework under Bill 23.

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