ABOUT CAPACITY URBAN

Capacity Urban is a boutique urban planning consulting firm specializing in land planning, development approvals, and municipal planning services. With over 15 years of experience in planning and community development, we provide strategic support to developers, municipalities, and consulting firms across Ontario and beyond.

Our team, led by Kristy Kilbourne, MES(Pl), MCIP, RPP, AICP, and supported by Michael Ricci, MA (Pl), Planner, bring a wealth of expertise in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, managing projects, and delivering results on time and within budget.

OUR APPROACH

WHAT MAKES WORKING WITH US DIFFERENT

Tailored Planning and Development Solutions

We customize our services to meet the unique needs of each client, whether you’re a property owner with a one-off project, a developer, municipality, or consulting firm.

Comprehensive Support

From due diligence and feasibility analysis to planning approvals and project management, we handle it all. We understand the municipal planning process from the inside and out which helps to make projects more seamless. We only take on a limited number of projects at any given time, providing focused attention for our clients.

Industry Connections

A wide network of reputable professionals and partners to ensure seamless project delivery. We focus on leveraging and establishing strong relationships throughout.

Stress-Free Experience

We coordinate with all agencies, partners, and stakeholders to address any issues along the way and keep your projects moving forward.

SERVICES WE OFFER

For Developers & Property Owners

• Land Development Project Management
• Highest and Best Use Analysis
• Due Diligence Reports & Feasibility Analysis
• Planning Application Support - Official Plan Amendments, Zoning Amendments, and Draft Plans (Subdivision/Condominium), Site Plan Approvals, Consents (Severance), Minor Variances, and Holding Removal
• Planning Justification Reports
• Sustainability Reports
• Fractional Staffing Solutions (e.g., Development Coordinator/Director).

For Municipalities

• Municipal Project Management
• Peer Reviews
• Official Plan & Zoning By-law Reviews & Updates
• Secondary/Neighbourhood Plans
• Community Improvement Plans
• Policy Studies

For Consulting Firms

• Sub-consulting support/filling expertise gaps for larger externally-led projects
• Capacity-building and expertise for small to medium-sized firms (fractional staffing/project support)
• Strategic advisory services/quality control reviews

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