Belleville city council, in a special meeting Tuesday, approved and endorsed an application by Black Bear Bridge GP Inc. for a Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) which is the first step in developing a fully-serviced resort area.
Alex Sharpe of Black Bear Ridge GP Inc. and Mike Pettigrew of the Biglieri Group gave a deputation to council on the proposed development plans for the 890-acre site located just north of Harmony Road and west of Highway 37 in Belleville.
Plans for the site include resort accommodations, destination spa and clubhouse, expansion of the existing golf course, parks and open spaces, as well as an outdoor event space along with commercial areas and residential areas.
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“This is a very exciting day for the City of Belleville,” said Mayor Mitch Panciuk.
“After decades of discussion, this potential development has taken a major step towards becoming a reality. This remarkable investment is a sign of confidence in our city’s future and will provide additional services and amenities for residents and visitors alike.”
This is the first MZO to be requested by the City of Belleville. The proposed MZO would amend the existing Zoning Bylaw for the subject lands and introduce a new zone, ‘Black Bear Ridge Village (BBRV) Zone’.
This would help facilitate the proposed development through the approval of the proposed uses, alongside relevant zoning provisions, and expedite the project.
Next steps for the project will include additional studies, allowing for consultation with key stakeholders such as City of Belleville staff and council, relevant local, regional, and provincial agencies, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and other Indigenous communities, and the general public.
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