Landscape Plan Guidelines

The Town of Whitby works to integrate the built environment with the natural environment to enhance the visual character of neighbourhood streetscapes and contribute to the long-term success of new developments. You need to submit a landscape plan along with all Site Plan, Subdivision and Condominium applications in the Town of Whitby.

Landscape guidelines

View the Landscape Plan Guidelines for a checklist of information required in a landscape plan, as well as design criteria and standards for proposed landscape works within new and existing developments. These guidelines also address inspection requirements, letter of credit administration and additional resources.

Site plan proposals

If you're submitting a Site Plan application, you should view these additional notes, details and references for the landscape guidelines:

Appendix A – General Notes for Site Plan Development
Appendix B – Standard Utility Clearances for Streetscape Planting
Appendix C – Accessibility Parking Proposed and Retrofit
Appendix D – Landscape Works Cost Estimate Requirements for Site Plan Development Proposals

Subdivision proposals

If you're submitting a Subdivision application, you should view these additional notes, details and references for the landscape guidelines:

Appendix E – General Notes for Subdivision Development
Appendix F – Landscape Standards and Specializations
Appendix G – Planting Inspection Notes
Appendix H – Buffer Planting Notes
Appendix I – General Fencing Notes

Planting details

View the following planting details within the landscaping guidelines:

Appendix J – Deciduous Tree Planting Details
Appendix K – Coniferous Tree Planting Details
Appendix L – Shrub Planting Details

Fencing details

Review the fencing guidelines for new and existing developments:

Appendix M – 1800 mm Acoustic Fence Standard 506
Appendix N – Wood Acoustic Fence Notes 506.10
Appendix O – 100 mm Decorative Fence Standards
Appendix P – 1200 mm Height Black Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence 506.30
Appendix Q – 1200 mm Height Black Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence Gate
Appendix R – 1800 mm Height Black Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence 506.40
Appendix S – 1800 mm Height Black Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence Gate

Recommended tree species

View the Recommended Tree Species for Use in Development Plan Proposals. Contact us if you'd like to review these tree recommendations.