Mississauga Official Plan (2010) Parks and Open Spaces

Public parkland is a vital component in the life of residents and contributes to the environmental, social and economic health of the city. City parks contribute to environmental sustainability and strengthen communities by making them more attractive places to live, work and play. Open space includes such uses as golf courses, cemeteries, private open space and lands associated with community centres, public schools and utility corridors. Mississauga Official Plan guides how the City will grow and develop, as required by the Ontario Planning Act. The goals and policies of this Official Plan are intended to be achieved over 25 years, by 2031. The Official Plan provides the basis for Mississauga’s land use and urban design, in line with the City’s Strategic Plan . Its policies address important parts of city-building that affect everyone that lives and works in Mississauga, including transportation, housing, culture and heritage, the environment, and the economy. The Official Plan also sets standards for the review and approval of development applications in the City. This Plan aligns itself with the legislative and policy initiatives set out by the Province of Ontario and the…

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City of Mississauga

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2026-01-08