The North Kawartha Woodview Golf Course Subdivision Debate: A Fact-Based Overview

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The Woodview Golf Course Subdivision Debate:

A Fact-Based Overview

In recent municipal planning sessions, the proposed redevelopment of the former Woodview
Golf Course has emerged as a central point of discussion within North Kawartha Township. This
report outlines verified facts, technical specifications, and documented planning positions
regarding the proposal.

1. The Site and Application Parameters

The subject property is located at 65 Northey’s Bay Road in the community of Woodview, within the
Township of North Kawartha. The parcel encompasses approximately 78 acres of land and previously
operated as a local golf course and clubhouse facility.

The developer has submitted formal applications requesting amendments to both the Peterborough County
Official Plan and the local North Kawartha Zoning Bylaw. The proposed structural change aims to transition the property from its commercial/recreational designation into a 58-unit low-density residential
subdivision, along with one designated commercial lot.

2. Technical and Hydrogeological Assessments

Due to the scale of the development and its geographic positioning on the Kawartha ridge, engineering and environmental reviews were mandated as part of the planning process. Environmental consulting firms Stantec and Cambium have conducted peer reviews and technical evaluations of the site.

-Bedrock Characteristics: Technical data confirms that the site features a shallow, fractured limestone
bedrock formation typical of the regional terrain.
-Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: The current design plan does not include municipal water or
sewer connections. Instead, it relies entirely on the installation of 58 individual private wells and 58 private individual septic systems.
-Aquifer Vulnerability: The hydrogeological reviews focus on assessing how a high concentration of
individual septic effluents interacts with a fractured limestone aquifer, evaluating the potential risks of
groundwater cross-contamination.
-Verified Planning Status. A formal public meeting regarding these planning applications was held on June 2, 2026, to record technical submissions, agency reports, and public comments for council consideration.

3. Documented Public and Agency Concerns

The public record from recent municipal notices and the June public meeting indicates specific operational
concerns from local agencies and residents:

-Water Access & Capacity: The property sits adjacent to Stony Lake and Northey's Bay. Public
submissions highlighted concerns regarding potential downstream density impacts, specifically focusing
on localized water traffic, dock availability, and community boat launch capacities.
-Traffic Volumes: The addition of 58 residential units will modify the existing daily traffic counts on
Northey’s Bay Road, requiring review by county transportation officials regarding sightlines and
intersection safety.
-Ecological Corridors: The 78-acre site borders natural areas; environmental reviews are tracking the
potential fragmentation of local wildlife habitats and changes to surface water runoff patterns into nearby
water bodies.

4. Next Steps in the Planning Process

Under the Ontario Planning Act, the Township of North Kawartha and the County of Peterborough are legally required to evaluate the application against the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS). No final decision to approve or deny the subdivision agreement has been finalized. The applications remain under review while the engineering data, peer reviews, and public input collected during the statutory timelines are evaluated by planners.

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