Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan Area Infrastructure Improvements Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

The purpose of the Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan is to establish a detailed planning framework for the urban development of the lands in the Tecumseh North Settlement Area of the Official Plan. 

To meet the growing housing market demands in the Town of Tecumseh, the Town has completed an Environmental Study Report for the Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan. This report will serve to develop a coordinated and sustainable approach to providing municipal infrastructure within the Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan Area.  The Environmental Study Report was completed in conjunction with the Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan, Official Plan Amendment No.5. 

The Environmental Study Report supports Official Plan Amendment No.5 through the evaluation of infrastructure alternatives to address transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater management servicing needs.  The alternatives were assessed based on their effects on the natural environment, socio-cultural conditions, financial viability, and technical feasibility.  Based on these evaluations, preferred design concepts have been identified to guide a comprehensive servicing strategy that supports future development. 

This study was completed as a Schedule C Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, which is an approved process under the Environmental Assessment Act. This Environmental Study Report documents the planning and design process leading to the selection of the preferred municipal infrastructure servicing strategy to facilitate development within the Tecumseh Hamlet Secondary Plan Area.

A Public Information Center (PIC) was held on Thursday, April 13, 2023 to obtain feedback from local residents, property owners and community groups. A second PIC was held Monday, November 27, 2023 providing interested parties an opportunity to review design alternatives and provide comment. In addition a group of residents requested a meeting with the Town during the 30-day review period to discuss concerns related to the project. In response, Town Administration met with seven (7) residents on August 11, 2025, and provided a presentation outlining project details. 

The Class EA process was substantially completed and the Notice of Completion was published on June 27, 2025. Interested persons were encouraged to provide written comment to the project team by August 8, 2025. No Part II Orders were received as a result of the notice. The Schedule C Municipal Class Environmental Assessment is considered approved under the Class EA process and may now proceed to detailed design and implementation. 

The Final Report, updated November 2025, including appendices, can be accessed at the links below:

Tecumseh Hamlet Class EA - Final 

Appendix A - Groundwater and Methane Investigation

Appendix B - Natural Environment Report

Appendix C - Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment

Appendix D - Cultural Heritage Report: Existing Conditions and Preliminary Impact Assessment

Appendix E - Functional Servicing Report

Appendix F - Phase 3 Evaluation Matrix

Appendix G - Public and Agency Consultation Records

Appendix H - Collector Road Recommended Alignment Figures

Appendix I - Town of Tecumseh Transportation Master Plan

Appendix J - Town of Tecumseh Water and Wastewater Master Plan

Appendix K - 30-day Review Period Consultation and ESR Revisions 

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