Millcroft Greens Development and Construction Updates

Work has not yet begun on-site and a construction start date has not been confirmed. The City will provide an update when additional information becomes available.

Site preparation and site alteration works will be facilitated as part of a pre-servicing agreement with the City, which is in the process of being finalized with the developer. Work is expected to begin shortly after the pre-servicing agreement is finalized.

Providing this advance notice is intended to help residents understand what to expect as activity begins on site, including general timing and the nature of the work.

Scope of work for this phase of construction

• Site preparation, including installation of erosion and sediment control measures
• Setting up equipment on site
• Removal of topsoil
• Moving of soil
• Creek works, including realignment of the creek
• Changes to the existing irrigation reservoir
• Installation of a new watermain within the creek block for irrigation
• Construction of a retaining wall.

Impacts for this phase of construction & mitigation measures

• Increased construction activity on and around the site including heavy equipment and trucks.
  • Mitigation measures: Traffic management measures, installation of erosion and sediment control (including mut mats and silt fencing), regular inspections, road sweeping and flushing.
• Periodic noise and vibration associated with excavation, grading and compaction work.
  • Mitigation measures: The contractor is bound by the City’s Noise & Nuisance Bylaw.
  • Construction times are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday through Saturday. No construction activities are permitted on Sundays or statutory holidays without prior permission from City’s Bylaw Enforcement.  
  • Vibration monitoring by the developer’s qualified professional will be installed prior to construction and monitored on a real-time basis throughout construction.
• Dust and mud tracking may occur, particularly during dry or wet conditions.
  • Mitigation measures: During windy conditions, earthworks activities should be avoided;
  • When necessary, a water truck will be mobilized to wet the ground;
  • A mud mat will be constructed as each site access to avoid mud tracking and dust generation on the City’s roads;
  • During dry periods, the site accesses will be sprayed with a dust suppressant;
  • Street cleaning will be completed regularly;
  • Compaction of loose soil will be completed in a timely fashion to prevent dust as much as possible; and
  • Stockpiling of soil will be minimized to prevent dust as much as possible.

Timing

Work cannot begin until the pre-servicing agreement is finalized. Once finalized, the City will provide an update confirming when construction is starting.

• Future works requiring additional approvals
• Underground servicing
• Construction of private roads within the site
• Home construction
• Landscaping

Approvals

The City regularly receives inquiries from community members about what work can and cannot take place on the site, and which approvals are required. City requirements for this work include:

• Municipal Consent Bylaw permit: A Municipal Consent Bylaw permit grants permissions to carryout works on publicly owned lands, which may include installation of temporary construction entrances for development projects or installation of new utilities by contractors/utility providers.
• Pre-servicing agreement: A Pre-Servicing Agreement is a standard tool municipalities use to allow developers to complete certain preparatory activities prior to the commencement of subdivision construction, such as tree removals, installation of erosion and sediment controls, and site alterations.
• While the City’s pre-servicing agreement notes that certain aspects of the work must also meet requirements from other regulatory agencies, the City does not oversee or issue those external approvals, such as Conservation Halton creek permit works. Enforcement and oversight of approvals issued by other agencies, including Conservation Halton, Halton Region and federal regulators, are the responsibility of those respective authorities and are separate from the City’s authorization process.

The City has been informed that the developer is conducting investigative site work around the Phase 2 property this week.

The work involves hand digging in small areas to gather information needed to complete technical studies required to satisfy Provincial or Regional requirements. It is not expected to create noise or disruption.

As with any private property, the developer may undertake certain work on their property without City approval where permits or other approvals are not required. In this case, a permit is not required for this work. Any work that requires a permit or other approval, such as machinery operation, tree removals, etc. must meet applicable requirements before it can proceed.

A complete development application was submitted to the City of Burlington in June 2026. The proposed Phase 2 development has not been approved. This site work does not mean construction of the proposed development has begun or that approval has been granted.

The City has circulated a public notice about an upcoming statutory public meeting taking place on Sept. 15, 2026. As part of the meeting, City staff will present a report outlining the application and staff’s analysis. 

Members of the public can also register to delegate, which means they can speak at the meeting and share their comments directly with Council.

To access the public notice, learn more about the statutory public meeting and how to delegate, visit: Notice of Recommendation Report: 2155 Country Club Dr., 4135 Millcroft Park Dr. & 4291 Couples Cres. - City of Burlington 

The City is sharing an update on recent submissions and applications involving the remaining Millcroft lands.

Although this update is unrelated to the lands currently slated for construction activities (approved by the OLT), it concerns other portions of the Millcroft Golf Course property. Given the ongoing community interest in the future of these lands, the City wanted to share this information with the community.

Minister’s Zoning Order

The City is aware that Millcroft Green’s has requested that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) issue a Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) for the remaining portion of Millcroft Golf Course land (that is not subject to the previous OLT decision).

The Planning Act gives the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) the authority to issue a Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO), which can regulate how land, buildings, and structures are used anywhere in Ontario.

If there is a conflict between an MZO and a municipal zoning by-law, the MZO overrides the municipal zoning by-law. For example, in this case, the lands are currently zoned as open space by the City of Burlington, but an MZO could override that zoning.

Now that the developer has submitted a request for an MZO, signaling its intention to use this land for residential purposes, the Ministry is seeking comment through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) posting - 026-0551.

The City will be submitting comments in response.

Planning Application

Separate from the MZO that was submitted to the province, the City also received applications from the developer on Friday June 5, 2026 for an Official Plan Amendment and a Plan of Subdivision covering the same lands subject to the MZO. The applications propose development of 138 homes, including 73 single detached homes and 65 townhouse units by plan of subdivision accessed by private (condominium roads).

Planning staff are currently in the process of reviewing the application submission for completeness. If the applications are deemed complete, the City will have 120 days to prepare an analysis and bring forward recommendations to Council for a decision.

Applicants are no longer required by the Planning Act to consult with municipalities ahead of submitting applications for Official Plan Amendment (OPA), Zoning Bylaw Amendment (ZBA) and/or Plans of Subdivision.

The City was not engaged in pre-consultation prior to receiving these applications.

If the applications are deemed complete, they will proceed through the planning process outlined on the City's webpage, beginning at Step 3.

Public notices will be issued and a webpage for the development application has been created and shared on the City’s Current Development Projects webpage.

The City has consistently expressed its intention to preserve the remaining golf course lands as parks and open space and will continue to advocate for this outcome throughout the MZO, and development review process.

The City remains open to discussions with the developer regarding opportunities to incorporate parks and open spaces into the project. 

The City has issued clearance for the developer to remove the remaining marked trees as part of the approved development work. Required tree removal approvals, and the Municipal Consent permit has been issued.

The City has been informed that as early as March 26, 2026, the developer will begin removing the remaining approved trees within select areas of the development site, specifically areas A and B (the area north of Upper Middle Drive, east of Country Club Drive and south of Millcroft Park Drive). Trees approved for removal have been re-marked prior to the work.  

Tree removal activities are expected to take one day to complete. These works depend on the weather, and our approvals allow flexibility. Work will occur outside of the active bird nesting season and in accordance with City requirements. The developer may choose to start on the 27th or later.

It is anticipated that tree removal equipment, including chainsaws and an excavator with grapple is required on site to complete the remaining removals. Residents may notice temporary noise and activity in the area during this time. Any impacts will be limited to the duration of the work.

A City inspector will be present on site during this period to oversee the tree removal process and ensure compliance with Municipal Consent permit requirements, including any access over the City’s boulevard. 

Crews completed work in the right-of-way adjacent to the site to establish servicing depths.

Work is expected to take less than a day to complete. During this time, residents may notice drilling, vibration, and noise in the area. These disturbances are temporary and will only occur for the duration of the work.

This is not development-specific work and therefore it does not require City approvals or development agreements. Site investigations can be carried out by any property owner on their private land. They are used to determine site conditions ahead of any future construction. 

The City has been informed by the developer that marketing signage will be installed this week along Upper Middle Road as well as Millcroft Park Drive. The City has issued a permit for this work. The sign’s location meets the approved setback in the issued permit and complies with the approved dimensions.The City has ensured the sign complies with the Sign By-law, and it will be placed with the required setbacks.

In addition, other minor site activities, such as surveying, are expected to take place this week. Residents may notice wooden stakes being placed within the construction area.  This survey work is on private property and does not require City approval.

Further site preparation activities should be anticipated in the near future, but still require City permits.

NOTE: The geo-technical work planned for Oct. 8, 2025 has been cancelled. The City will provide an update once a new date has been scheduled.

Work is expected to take less than a day to complete. During this time, residents may notice drilling, vibration, and noise in the area. These disturbances are temporary and will only occur for the duration of the work.

This is not development-specific work and therefore it does not require City approvals or development agreements. Site investigations can be carried out by any property owner on their private land. They are used to determine site conditions ahead of any future construction.

The City has been informed that Millcroft Golf Course construction sites near Millcroft Park Drive and Country Club Drive will undergo site preparation work beginning this fall.

According to information provided to the City by the developer, the following work is expected between Sept. 15 and Nov. 30, 2025, weather permitting:

• Additional fencing will be installed on site. This means all non-essential entrances, including those along Country Club Drive and Millcroft Park Drive, will be closed, with fencing added at select entry points.

Some other site preparation activities are planned and expected in the near future, but still require City permits.

Future updates include:

• installation of sediment control measures
• stripping and removing surplus topsoil
• excavating and hauling material between the parcels
• placement of fill material to prepare the lands for site servicing. 

As part of this work, residents may expect additional noise, dust and mud in and around the construction area.

The City understands residents’ requests for advance notice about work that may cause impacts to the nearby neighbourhood.

A development proposal sign does not mean construction is approved or about to begin. It also does not mean that work on the property is expected to happen soon. 

As part of the development application process, the property owner or developer must post a sign once their development application has been submitted and the City determines it is complete.

A complete application does not mean the development has been approved. It means the City has received the information needed to begin its review.

• Learn more about the Burlington Planning Process

The proposed development has always included these lands; however, some property addresses and owners (4135 Millcroft Park Dr. and 4291 Couples Cres.) were not formally listed.

These updates do not change the proposed development, development rendering, or the amount of land involved. They simply ensure the project descriptions accurately reflect all lands and owners associated with the application.

Because the City issues permits for work under its jurisdiction (Municipal Consent, road cuts, lane closures, grading, etc.) and approves the required pre-servicing agreement, it has a general understanding of when City approved work will commence.

Additionally, the City has requested that the developer provide as much advance notice as possible of planned works so that the City can support timely communication to the community about when on-site activity is taking place.

Access to all areas (A-D) is required from the municipal right-of-way. Crossing the municipal right of way with any required heavy equipment and material will require a municipal consent permit.

City staff will regularly inspect the site over the course of the construction works but will not be on site full time. Millcroft Greens and their site team are responsible for ensuring all site works meet City requirements, and the requirements of any other agency approvals.

Developers are required to submit traffic management plans in advance of any road closures or disruptions, and the City reviews and approves these plans as part of the approval/permitting process.

While the City ensures that an appropriate plan is in place, the developer is responsible for implementing and following the approved measures on site, including the use of flag-persons and other traffic control procedures.

The City will be monitoring to ensure that approved traffic management plans are being followed. Questions about day-to-day implementation or specific on-site practices should be directed to the developer.

Traffic movements associated with construction work are detailed in approved traffic management and traffic control plans required to be adhered to by the pre-servicing agreement.

There is no bylaw restricting truck traffic in school zones. The City will discuss opportunities to mitigate truck traffic in school zones during bell time with the developer.

The scope of the next phase of work is focused on moving soil and creek works. The work is anticipated to include heavy machinery on site needed to move and pile soil, remove tree stumps and debris, and prepare the site for future site servicing and construction. Erosion and sediment controls are intended to prevent the movement of soil off-site via dust, drainage and vehicle tires.

The pre-servicing agreement addresses the requirement to manage mud, dust, and debris on site and the municipal roadway.  Until site access roads are constructed for each development area, the contractor performing the work must install boulevard protection or prefabricated mud mats.

Questions about construction schedules or future sales can be directed to the developer at info@millcroftgreens.com or 289-208-7543.

The City has requested that the developer provide advanced notice of construction occurring on site. As information is shared with the City from the developer, it will be posted on this page.