Now, more than ever, proper planning is necessary to identify potential hazards before complications arise.

In order to support this program, the LTVCA has a collection of flood and other related mapping. The Conservation Authority reviews municipal documents and policies on a regular basis to provide a uniform planning direction throughout the watershed for upstream and downstream residents to protect lives and property. This helps to prevent increased flooding from modifications to floodplains and decreased flood storage capacity from wetland loss.

This program can be of great importance to developers and private individuals who may not be aware of these potential hazards. Municipal documents reviewed include: minor variances, severances, and plans of subdivision, as well as legal, realtor and general property inquiries.