Laurentian Valley

This request was submitted under Section 78 of the Drainage Act from the Township of Laurentian Valley, for drainage improvements. The Township of Laurentian Valley commissioned D.M. Wills Associates Ltd., to provide a technical review of the Pleasantview Municipal Drain and Branches. The review provided a hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the existing drainage system, highlighted deficiencies and provided broad recommendations.
The Township of Laurentian Valley commissioned the firm of D.M. Wills Associates Ltd., to complete a detailed review of the existing Engineers Report, Engineering Drawings and Technical Briefs prepared for the Pleasantview Municipal Drain and Branches. The results of the two technical reviews were presented to Township of Laurentian Valley Council on April 16th, 2024. The Section 78 action is required for upgrades to the existing drainage infrastructure within the Pleasantview Municipal Drain & Branches, to meet updates design standards; updates to the drain to accommodate upstream development that discharges into the drain, that may include changes to the existing stormwater management pond; and updates to the Schedule of assessment.
An On-Site Meeting occurred on November 28, 2024, and a draft Preliminary Engineering Report was created on January 30, 2026. This additional meeting is being offered to collect information prior to the next step which is a Meeting to Consider the Preliminary Report (a separate notice will be provided once scheduled).

The Township is reviewing proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments related to a consolidated licence application for a quarry on designated lands in the Township of Laurentian Valley. Stay informed about the planning process, accompanying studies, and key timelines shaping this project in Renfrew County.

TOWNSHIP OF LAURENTIAN VALLEY - Plan of Subdivision application to create 156 residential units.