What’s Changing in Sharon? 2026 Development Map and Status
· Sergey Luhavy
Updated September 27, 2026. What is changing around Sharon? This map highlights four nearby development files in East Gwillimbury. Three residential proposals are under municipal review; the Town lists the mixed-use plaza application at 18326 Leslie Street as approved. An approval of a planning application is not a construction opening date.
The image is a schematic guide and is not to scale. Project details and statuses can change; use the Town’s linked application pages for the latest plans and decisions.
35 townhouses: Manor Hampton Street and Sharon Creek Drive
The Town lists zoning and site plan applications for 35 townhouses in three development blocks as under review. Town application · Sergey’s detailed update.
16 townhouses: 1–9 Kiteley Crescent
A proposed revision to Phase 2 of an existing draft subdivision plan would allow 16 townhouse units accessed by a private lane. The related applications are under review. Town application.
208 homes and retail: Block 173 near Leslie Street
The applicant’s revised submission reduces the proposed residential count to 208 units and includes approximately 393 square metres of retail/commercial space. The Town lists the application as under review. Town application.
Mixed-use plaza: 18326 Leslie Street
The Town lists the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for a six-building mixed-use commercial plaza as approved. The described uses include office, retail, restaurant and services. Check the Town’s file for the scope of this approval and any later steps. Town application.
What the 2026 Official Plan means
East Gwillimbury Council adopted its updated Official Plan on July 23, 2026. The Town says its previous Official Plan remains in effect while the Province reviews the adopted plan. This is separate from the status of each development application shown above. Official Plan review.
What homeowners and buyers should watch
Nearby projects can affect how a property is assessed, but the details matter: distance, future access, building height, construction timing and the final approved design. If you are buying or selling in Sharon, review the official plans and compare them with the property’s location and current market evidence. See more Sharon development news, request a personalized evaluation of your Sharon home, or ask Sergey about a specific home.
Questions Sharon homeowners ask
Are the 35 townhouses near Sharon Creek Drive approved?
As of September 27, 2026, the Town lists the zoning and site plan applications as under review. A proposal under review is not a final approval or a construction start date. Check the Town’s application page for the latest status.
Does approval of the plaza at 18326 Leslie Street mean it will open soon?
The Town lists the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment as approved. That planning status does not establish when construction will finish or businesses will open. See the Town’s project file for later steps.
How could nearby development affect my Sharon home’s value?
There is no single effect for every home. Distance from a project, access, final design, timing and recent comparable sales all matter. For a property-specific view, request a personalized home evaluation from Sergey.
About the author: Sergey Luhavy is a Real Estate Agent with HomeLife Frontier Realty Inc., Brokerage, serving Sharon, East Gwillimbury, Holland Landing and Newmarket.