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Council Public Meeting Tuesday September 9, 2025 at 6pm. (Note the new start time for Council Public Meetings) View Meeting Agenda: Agenda Watch Meeting: Watch Meeting On the Agenda: Request for Comments - Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications - Pinewalk Estates Inc. - 263 Oxford Crescent A developer wants to tear down the existing house at 263 Oxford Street and build a small subdivision. The plan includes 2 single detached homes and 8 semi-detached homes, plus an extension of Direzze Court (a public road). Zoning changes: The land is currently zoned for low-density single homes (R2). The developer wants it rezoned to a denser category (R4) to allow semis and smaller lot sizes. They’re also asking for some exceptions (like narrower lot frontages, smaller lot sizes, higher lot coverage). Location: The property is just east of Bathurst Street, on the south side of Oxford Street. It’s surrounded by other single and semi-detached houses. Planning context: The City’s Official Plan allows single and semi-detached homes here. The site is within a Priority Infill Area, meaning the City is paying closer attention to how new development fits with the existing neighbourhood. Staff say the proposal generally matches the character of nearby homes but still needs a more detailed review. Public Comments:   The public may submit written correspondence regarding agenda matters by email to clerks@richmondhill.ca . Written correspondence must be submitted by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comments submitted will be provided to all Members of Council, considered as public information and noted in the public record.   Delegations:    No prior registration is required to make an in-person Delegation, but is encouraged. Prior registration is required should the public intend to make an electronic delegation by video conference or telephone. Applications to appear as a delegation must be submitted by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting by email to clerks@richmondhill.ca  or by using the on-line application form found on Richmondhill.ca . The Office of the Clerk will provide instructions on appearing as a delegation.

Every year, Richmond Hill asks residents to weigh in on how the City spends tax dollars. This summer, 180 people shared their opinions through the 2026 Budget Survey . Here’s a quick look at what you told us. Watch full presentation here. Who Took the Survey? Most respondents ( 93% ) either live in or own property here in Richmond Hill. The biggest group of participants were between 40–64 years old (52%) . Top Priorities for 2026 When asked which services should get the most funding, residents pointed to: ✅ Snow and windrow clearing  – always a hot topic in the winter! ✅ Parks and outdoor recreation facilities  – keeping our green spaces in shape. ✅ Fire and emergency services  – safety first. Lowest Priorities On the flip side, the areas people felt should get less funding were: ❌ City festivals and events  (especially Council-hosted ones). ❌ Climate and environmental initiatives . ❌ Affordable and rental housing programs . Housing and Growth When it comes to housing challenges, residents want the City to focus on: Upgrading infrastructure  like water and roads to support growth (29%). Speeding up approvals  for new housing (19%). Some said housing shouldn’t be a City priority at all (17%). There were also strong comments about tackling illegal basement suites, protecting the Oak Ridges Moraine, and finding smarter, more sustainable ways to plan for growth. Parks, Recreation & Culture Richmond Hill residents love their parks! The top choices here were: Taking care of existing parks and facilities  (like pickleball, soccer, and hockey). Adding new trails and green spaces . Supporting arts, culture, and heritage programs . Some people suggested partnerships or sponsorships to help keep costs down, while others asked for upgrades like better tennis courts, a cricket field, and more programs for older adults. Balancing the Budget We also asked how the City should manage its finances. Here’s what you said: Nearly half (49%) prefer cutting or reducing some services  to keep costs in check. About one-quarter (24%) support a small property tax increase  to maintain services. Others (18%) said the City could use debt for capital projects . Some also encouraged the City to find new ways to bring in money — like naming rights, hotel taxes, or public-private partnerships. What’s Next? City staff are now preparing the draft 2026 Budget , which will be shared on October 28, 2025 . The Budget Committee will review it on November 18 , and Council will vote on the final budget on December 10, 2025 .

Help keep our community safe by reporting streetlight issues. The Public Works Division will address the issue as soon as possible. Reporting a streetlight issue is easy with the online reporting system. Let Public Works know where the streetlight is located by entering an address, street intersection or Pole ID number. You can also select a location on the map provided. Alternatively, you can contact Access Richmond Hill at 905-771-8800 or access@richmondhill.ca to report streetlight issues.

Side yards are not meant for storage, they are regulated as required open space between homes for fire access, drainage, and safety. Temporary storage (like garbage/recycling bins, landscaping tools, or seasonal items) is usually tolerated if it's tidy, safe, and doesn't obstruct access. 🚫 What's Not Allowed Storing construction materials, junk, furniture, or equipment long-term in a side yard. This can lead to Property Standards or By-law Enforcement orders. Blocking fire routes, drainage swales, or access. Fire and building codes require side yards to remain accessible. Placing sheds or storage containers in the side yard if they don’t meet the zoning setbacks (most accessory structures must be a minimum distance from property lines and cannot be squeezed between houses without permits).

Stay Informed with the Oak Ridges Wrap Up Newsletter Read the September 12th edition here: Oak Ridges Wrap Up The Oak Ridges Wrap Up is more than just a newsletter; it’s a vital resource for anyone living in or around Oak Ridges and Richmond Hill. By subscribing, you will stay informed and connected to your community. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the local conversation. Subscribing is easy! Click the button above to sign up for the Oak Ridges Wrap Up. You will receive regular updates and never miss out on local happenings.

As legislated by the Province of Ontario, Circular Materials will take over residential recycling services as part of Ontario’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program. Why the change? Under EPR, the companies that create packaging and paper products must now pay for and manage their recycling. This shift aims to: Reduce wasteful packaging Improve recycling rates Ease costs for municipalities What's changing: New contact for help: For missed pickups or blue box replacements, contact Miller Waste (not the City). Info will be shared soon. Separate trucks: Recycling (blue box) and organics (green bin) will be picked up by different trucks. Your collection day stays the same, but pickup times may vary. What's staying the same: Collection schedule:  No changes to your regular pickup days. Your blue box:  Keep using the same one. Other waste services: The City still handles garbage, green bins, yard waste, bulky items, and appliances. City staff and Circular Materials are working together to make the switch smooth and easy for everyone. Learn More: Richmondhill.ca/BlueBox

Thinking about finishing your basement, building a granny suite in the backyard, cutting down a tree, or interlocking your backyard? Before you grab your toolbox, it’s worth knowing which projects in Richmond Hill  require permits — and which don’t. More Info: Additional Residential Units (ARUs) Residential Permits Trees on Private Property Swimming Pool Site Alteration Permit Residential Grading and Drainage Inquiries

Stormwater management (SWM) is the application of infrastructure and naturally designed systems to reduce and control the impacts of runoff from rainfall, snowmelt and human activities (development). More Info Types of Infrastructure Services Explained Water/Wastewater Property owner charged a rate based on consumption/treatment Stormwater Property owner charged a rate based on the contribution to the whole system Richmond Hill owns/operates an extensive SWM asset inventory that forms part of the system: 540+ km of storm sewers 18,000+ catch basins 95+ storm ponds 115+ sedimentation and filtration manufactured treatment devices 1,100+ culverts/ road crossings 150+ km of streams

Stormwater management in Richmond Hill involves operating more than 95 stormwater ponds, 550 km of storm sewers and 18,000 catch basins to store, direct and control stormwater runoff. These efforts protect our community's more than 150 km of streams and rivers, prevents flooding and erosion, and improves water quality. Learn About Stormwater Management

Stay Informed with the Oak Ridges Wrap Up Newsletter Read the September 5th edition here: Oak Ridges Wrap Up The Oak Ridges Wrap Up is more than just a newsletter; it’s a vital resource for anyone living in or around Oak Ridges and Richmond Hill. By subscribing, you will stay informed and connected to your community. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the local conversation. Subscribing is easy! Click the button above to sign up for the Oak Ridges Wrap Up. You will receive regular updates and never miss out on local happenings.

For the week from Monday August 25 to Sunday August 31, 2025 Visit the York Regional Police (YRP) Community Safety Data Portal  for more information about these crimes and their locations using the Community Safety Map.  You can also learn more about crime trends affecting Richmond Hill using the Crime Trend Dashboards. For additional information on Crime Prevention, visit: https://www.caroldavidsonoakridges.ca/crime-prevention (Please note that the data included in this summary is preliminary and is subject to change as investigations are completed. These are not official crime statistics.)

Councillor Carol Davidson’s new “What’s On” Calendar  is now live! 🎉 From community events and public meetings to local activities for all ages in Oak Ridges/Richmond Hill, you can find it all in one easy spot. Check it out here: caroldavidsonoakridges.ca/#whats-on Additional Events can be found at: 👉 Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts 👉 Richmond Hill Public Library 👉 City of Richmond Hill Calendar 📌 Stay informed. Get involved. Celebrate our community!