The Village of Merrickville-Wolford’s Heritage & Planning Advisory Committee (HPAC) purpose is to provide Council with recommendations and guidance in areas related to land use planning and cultural heritage. The Committee will advise Council regarding heritage issues, including the protection, enhancement, preservation and conservation of the Village’s heritage and historically significant environments while adhering to the Ontario Heritage Act and all other applicable legislation and policies. The Committee will aim to encourage appropriate development while preserving our valuable heritage. The Committee will assist Council in reviewing land use planning applications, when necessary, while adhering to the Planning Act, and will contribute to projects such as the Village’s Zoning By-law and Official Plan.

The Committee is appointed by Council and is comprised of nine (9) voting members, one (1) Council Liaison appointed by Council, and the Head of Council is a non-voting member (ex-officio).