Ontario Construction News staff writer
Milton council has approved the Agerton Secondary Plan to guide long-term growth for a new community east of the existing urban area.
The Agerton planning area is about 359 hectares and is bordered by Highway 401 to the north, Derry Road to the south, the provincial greenbelt to the west, and Eighth Line to the east.
The plan sets a framework with a mix of land uses, including residential, employment, parks and community services.
The tallest buildings are planned near a proposed major transit station in the Derry Road and Trafalgar Road area.
Initiated in 2018, the Agerton secondary plan reflects updated provincial policy and several phases of public engagement. Outreach involved Public Information Centres, open houses, public meetings, and agency and community reviews.
“Thank you to everyone who provided input into the Agerton Secondary Plan,” said Jill Hogan, Commissioner of Development Services. “Your feedback has helped strengthen the plan for this future community.”
The Agerton community is planned to include:
- at least 14,100 residents and 17,500 jobs.
- proposed Milton Trafalgar GO Station, surrounded by higher-density buildings
- connected network of roads and active transportation links
- retail and commercial uses, as well as three possible sites for places of worship
- parks of various sizes, two elementary schools, a community centre and a fire station
The plan will come into effect after the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing approves the town’s new Official Plan.
Learn more in the June 22 Council report on Agerton Secondary Plan.
