Wildland fires

Policies in the Regional Official Plan related to natural hazards are being reviewed and updated.

Bill 23/185 Implications on the Region of Peel Official Plan

As per Ontario Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022) and Bill 185 (Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024), the Region of Peel Official Plan (RPOP), as of July 1, 2024, will be deemed to constitute an official plan of Peel’s lower-tier municipalities of Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga. For more information on the status of the RPOP, refer to Download the Official Plan.

Wildland fires are fires that burn in treed or forested areas. They can help natural ecosystems renew and stay healthy, but wildland fires near developed communities can cause property damage. They can also affect our health and safety.

The wildland fire discussion paper provides information on the Province's policy for wildland fire hazards.

The new Region of Peel Official Plan policies:

require that new developments be appropriately designed or built far away from areas at risk of wildland fires; and,
introduce policies and mapping to ensure wildland fire mitigation measures are in place.

Supporting documents

For more information, email Regional Planning or call (905) 791-7800 ext. 4350.