The Highway 404 Employment Lands Secondary Plan guides the Town's development of 236 hectares (584 acres) of land, bound by Highway 404, Mount Albert Road, Woodbine Avenue, Green Lane East, Leslie Street and the boundary of Walnut Farm. It establishes land use designations and development policies for the area.

The plan will work to support the Town's Official Plan to promote economic sustainability and achieve a balanced work-life relationship within the community.

Key Guiding Principles

Learn more about the adoption and background of the plan. The key guideline principals include:

  • Establish a high-quality, comprehensively planned employment area that supports a complete range of office and industrial uses, as well as limited retail uses
  • Support a diversified economic base and increase employment options to meet the needs of the Town as a growth municipality and improve the Town's vitality and resiliency
  • Provide enhanced access and connectivity and take advantage of the area's prime location adjacent to Highway 404
  • Create pleasant and comfortable streetscapes that encourage active transportation and support public transit
  • Ensure visual attractiveness of the area, as well as sustainable design and development
  • Protect natural and cultural heritage resources for enjoyment by future generations

Have questions? The Town of East Gwillimbury’s Economic Development team is here to support you with due diligence when identifying land for your business.

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