We provide a wide range of services to assist landowner groups in strategically coordinating development approvals and completion through to municipal assumption. Our services include identification and management of stakeholder interests, preparing terms of reference and assisting with the engagement of specialized consulting assistance, managing multi-disciplinary consultant teams, preparing and monitoring project scheduling and budgets, cost-sharing negotiations, municipal and approval agency liaison, conflict resolution, construction oversight and management, and administrative record keeping.

Successful investment in land requires strategic assessment of opportunities and risks that involve market, timing, regulatory, partnership, negotiation, and coordination considerations. With a full understanding of development trends and planning regulations throughout Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area, Corbett Land Strategies delivers sound strategic advice to private sector investors and land development interests pursuing real estate acquisitions and dispositions, either on a site-specific or portfolio basis. We have a reputable, proven track record and the experience and expertise you can rely on.

Potential obstacles encountered in the early stages of development can be difficult. At Corbett Land Strategies, we address these issues early to ensure your plans move forward as seamlessly as possible. Identifying obstacles early can save time and money from initial stages through to approvals. Our firm offers comprehensive due diligence reports for clients wishing to develop/redevelop property for a wide range of land uses to ensure the establishment of a sound basis for decision-making. A full investigation of factors such as land use compatibility, conformity with local and senior level planning documents and legislation, environmental/infrastructure implications, market analysis, and community and public consultant requirements, will be fully considered in an integrated fashion. Feasibility reviews are concluded with a risk and strategic opportunity assessment together with solution-focused recommendations.

We understand the interrelationships between land use, transportation, urban design, and economic development. Communities have their own special history, people, geography, and challenges. Community Master Planning and Design is an essential part of our service portfolio to private sector clients and developer landowner groups. Successful land development begins with establishing integrated community plans that consider land use/community with transportation, environmental, infrastructure, and community needs. The goal is to maximize development value for our clients while meeting the critical planning objectives and mandates of municipal and approval authorities. Our team is rapidly being recognized for our ability to provide a forum where stakeholders, landowners, and communities are engaged. The execution of our community engagement participation creates communities that are formed through strategic engagement.

John B. Corbett, MCIP, RPP, Principal of Corbett Land Strategies, has extensive experience in providing expert testimony before the Ontario Municipal Board and other legislative tribunals. Mr. Corbett is available to provide planning advice for hearing preparation or to provide expert testimony.

We provide services related to site-specific development proposals requiring: official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, plan of subdivision and condominium approvals, site plan approvals, minor variance and consent approvals, and public and political stakeholder consultation strategies.