City reviewing provincial decisions on Millcroft lands

Burlington, Ont. – Oct. 23, 2026 – The City of Burlington has been made aware of the Province’s decisions regarding the Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZOs) for the Millcroft Golf Course lands, posted this afternoon on the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO).

Staff are reviewing the decisions to understand how they impact the development proposal refused by Council.

The Province’s zoning orders permit approximately 138 single-detached homes and townhouses across six areas of the golf course lands. They also add long-term care and retirement homes as permitted uses at 4274 Dundas Street.

The City’s request for an MZO to maintain approximately 30 hectares of the golf course lands as Open Space was approved. However, the order will not take effect until it is confirmed that occupancy permits have been issued for all homes planned under MZO 009-2026.

These zoning orders follow Burlington City Council’s Sept. 29 refusal of the Official Plan Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications for the proposed residential development. The last day for appealing the decision of Council’s refusal is October 28th.

The City recognizes the community’s interest in the future of these lands and will share more information about next steps once its review is complete.

Related links

• Provincial decisions: Millcroft residential development and long-term care permissions
• Provincial decision related to the City’s MZO request
• Sept. 29, 2026 Council decision highlights
• ERO Zoning Map

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