A Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee (LACAC) Heritage Whitby was established by By-law in April of 1978 to assist Council in the conservation and preservation of heritage buildings, properties and resources in the Town. This includes the evaluation of candidate properties for heritage designation and informing the community about heritage conservation matters in Whitby.

LACAC Heritage Whitby, in addition to seeing the successful designation of over 55 properties under Part 4 of the Ontario Heritage Act, is also responsible for organizing the Doors Open Whitby tour, and hosts displays at the Brooklin Spring Fair, County Town Carnival, Harbour Days, Harvest Festival, and Heritage Day.

Terms of Reference

• By-law No. 6180-09: To Establish a L.A.C.A.C Heritage Whitby

Responsibilities of the Committee

• The Committee shall:
• establish criteria for the evaluation of properties of architectural or historic value or interest;
• prepare and maintain a list of properties and areas worthy of conservation;
• advise the Council on means of conserving heritage properties and areas;
• advise and assist Council on current heritage conservation legislation;
• implement programs and activities to increase public awareness and knowledge of heritage conservation issues;
• advise and assist Council on any other matters relating to buildings and areas of architectural or historic significance;
• prepare before the end of January in each year a report of the previous year’s expenditures and a projected budget for the succeeding year;
• prepare before the end of February in each year a report of the previous year’s activities; and
• meet as often as it deems necessary.

Composition of Committee

The Committee shall consist of eleven (11) members one of which shall be the Mayor or the Mayor’s designate.

Meeting Schedule

The Committee meets once per month at the Whitby Municipal Building, 575 Rossland Road East, in Committee Room #1 from 7pm – 9pm. The public is welcome to attend.

• 2010 Meeting Dates:
• Full Schedule

Minutes from Previous Meetings

• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - July 13th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - June 8th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - May 11th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - April 13th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - March 9th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - February 9th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - January 12th, 2010
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - November 10th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - October 14th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - September 9th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - August 11th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - July 14th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - June 9th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - May 12th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - April 15th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - March 10th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - February 10th, 2009
• L.A.C.A.C Meeting Minutes - January 13th, 2009

External Links or Related Links

• L.A.C.A.C Heritage Inventory 2010
• Brooklin Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Heritage Sign Guidelines
• Nexus Heritage Guidelines for Whitby & Brooklin
• LACAC Heritage Structure Inventory
• LACAC Self Guided Walking Tour

Heritage Information Pack

The Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee (LACAC) Heritage Whitby, with cooperation from the Corporation of the Town of Whitby, has created the "Heritage Information Pack" for Whitby homeowners interested in designating their home.

The Heritage Information Pack includes booklets and pamphlets which can assist Whitby residents in achieving "Historical and Architectural Significance". The materials in the package outline Whitby's history and the reasons for conserving its heritage landmarks. It also provides an explanation of the Ontario Heritage Act, and the extent to which it provides for conservation, and introduces LACAC and its activities.

Should you wish to pursue designation or have any enquiries, please obtain your free Heritage Information Package at the Planning Department within the Whitby Municipal Building, 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario.

Heritage Permit Application

A Heritage Permit is required to undertake changes to properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. Properties are either designated individually under Part IV of the Act or are designated within a Heritage Conservation District under Part V of the Act.

There is no fee for a Heritage Permit Application and all applications must be reviewed by LACAC Heritage Whitby prior to making any decisions.

• Any work undertaken that alters or changes the appearance of the property and the buildings and structures on the property requires a Heritage Permit, including:
• All additions and alterations to structures on the property
• Demolition of structures on the property
• All new construction
• Major landscaping (i.e. non-traditional gardening activities)
• Links:
• General Information and Procedures
• Application for Heritage Permit

LACAC Link

LACAC Heritage Whitby produces a quarterly newsletter that discusses information about significant historical events, buildings, anniversaries or activities the Committee thinks is important to the heritage of Whitby.

• Spring 2010 Issue
• Fall 2009 Issue
• Spring 2009 Issue
• Fall 2008 Issue

Additional Sources of Information

• Ministry of Culture
• Durham Region Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society
• Whitby Historical Society
• Camp X Historical Society

Contact

Secretary-Treasurer - Christy Chrus, Planning Department
Ph: 905-430-4306 Ext. 2317
Fax: 905-668-7812
Email: chrusc@whitby.ca