The Vision
Proposed Development
In 2021, Black Bear Ridge was acquired by new owners who are embracing the original vision of maturing the property from a regional golf facility into a full, four season resort with commercial, entertainment, and recreational amenities complemented by surrounding residential and mixed-use development.
After receiving unanimous support from Belleville's City Council in 2022, a Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) was adopted which applies to portions of the land at Black Bear Ridge. Uses now permitted on site include expanded resort facilities (clubhouse, spa, hotel and additional resort accommodations) together with up to 3,049 residential housing units, subject to further engineering and consultation.
Guiding Principles
Minimize Impact of Existing Land
Establish a design that protects and enhances the environmental and ecological features on the property.
Provide a Variety of Housing Types
Focus on delivering a variety of built forms and housing options to accommodate a diverse and growing population.
Create Year Round Activities & Programming
Establish and promote a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and active lifestyle amenities for residents and guests.
Implement Sustainable and Passive Design Solutions
Utilize common sense, cost effective design and architectural solutions which mitigate the negative impact of development on our environment.
Timeline / Process
With Zoning secured through the Minister's Zoning Order, we are now seeking approval from the City of Belleville of a Master Plan and Draft Plan of Subdivison for the Site. See expected timeline below.
Engagement Opportunities
On Tuesday April 11, 2023 a developer-led public meeting was held in person at Black Bear Ridge, where we shared our guiding principles and a preliminary concept sketch. Over 70 community members attended the event and over 35 questions were answered by our team of consultants.
A second developer-led public meeting is planned for spring 2024, where a more detailed plan will be presented, prior to preliminary submission to the City of Belleville. Once both public and City comments are received, we will assess opportunities for improvements to the plan based on these comments. If you would like to keep informed on future public consultation, please complete the form below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Black Bear Ridge Limited Partnership
An MZO is set of zoning permissions issued by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, which prevails over the municipal zoning-by law. Zoning permissions will describe what sort of uses (residential, resort, commercial) are permitted on a site. The Black Bear Ridge provides permissions for a variety of residential, recreational and commercial uses on the site.
A draft plan of subdivision is a legal document that shows the exact surveyed boundaries and dimensions of Lots and Blocks on which houses or buildings are to be built, the location and width of streets, as well as the sites of any public facilities, or parks. It is the foundation for the development and construction of the future community.
Single and multi-unit residential, apartments, resort, office, retail commercial including food service, convenience and supermarket, workshop.
The development will be built in Phases, over a possible 25+ years. The phasing will depend on market conditions and servicing considerations. More details on the first planned phase will be shared in the Second Public Meeting planned for spring of 2024.