By-laws and Enforcement

To report a possible by-law violation, complete the online form through the Citizen Request Portal, contact 519-291-0264, or by attending the office anytime between Monday to Friday during regular business hours. 

What to expect when making a by-law complaint:

• To provide name, address, phone number and/or email address
• To provide details about the concern (where, when, what, how, who)
• The complaint will be investigated
• Please be patient, enforcement is a process and can take time

Any information provided remains confidential unless disclosure is required by law. The Clerk has the responsibility of determining whether to release any by-law information in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Unless the matter goes to court, names, addresses and telephone numbers will be kept confidential. Should the matter proceed to court, it may be necessary to attend as a witness to the violation.

Anonymous complaints will not be investigated unless there is an immediate health and safety risk.

A courtesy warning is often issued on a first offence (not applicable to all regulatory by-laws such as those relating to parking infractions). Subsequent or continued violations may result in fines or court proceedings. 

If immediate assistance is required outside of our regular hours, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

• Regulates how the Municipality procures goods and service
• Ensures consistency and fairness amongst bidders during the procurement process

More information on our Procurement Policy By-Law page can be found here:

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• Outlines all common fees and charges for Municipal services

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Council & Committee

• The Council & Committee Procedural By-law requires that the Procedural By-law shall provide for public notice of meetings

You can find more on our Mayor, Council and Committees page

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Public Notice

• Regulates that the municipality shall provide notice to the public of the form, manner and times
• To promote accountability and transparency between council and the public

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• Protects County trees against damage from private activities such as pruning or gardening
• Visit Perth County By-Law page for additional information 

• Regulates construction, demolition and change of use permits and inspection and related maters. 

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• Regulates the development of any subject land in the Municipality of North Perth and the cost related to development
• The North Perth Development Charges Pamphlet provides a summary of the Municipality's policy with respect to Development Charges.

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• Regulates the development of commercial, industrial, institutional and residential (over 2 units) properties 

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• Defines standards for maintaining a property in the Municipality of North Perth

• Property owners must maintain the property and dwellings in a state of good repair

• Includes stair railings, plumbing, electrical, fences, foundations, walls, windows and roofs etc

More information can be found here: Property Standards. 

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• Sets out grass cutting, garbage, weed control and material disposal standards

• Includes dead, decayed or damaged trees and branches be removed

• Regulates the basic standards for maintenance and aesthetics of exterior of a property in the Municipality of North Perth

More information can be found here: Property Standards. 

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• Regulates minimum requirements for a safety enclosure around a swimming pool

• Sets minimums for height, distance from water’s edge and locking gate requirements

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• Regulates where and what type of signs can be placed in public areas
• Sets out the process and requirements for a sign permit

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•  Outlines process for compliance and enforcement

More information can be found here: Seasonal Maintenance.

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•  Outlines how the Municipal Act relates to the bylaw 

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Transient Traders Business Licence

• Businesses operating in Municipality of North Perth require a licence
• All must comply with applicable fire and zoning regulations, and provide proof of insurance. 

More information can be found here: Application, Licences and Permits. 

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• The Municipality works with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to regulate lottery licences

• The Municipality issues licences and enforces the Gaming Control Act

• Ensures licensees meet requirements under the Criminal Code of Canada and compliance with the terms and conditions of their licences

More information can be found here: Application, Licences and Permits. 

Key points to consider when operating off-road vehicles where they are permitted:

• Vehicle must meet the specifications of an off-road vehicle as defined in the Highway Traffic Act
• Vehicle shall be operated along the shoulder of road if available, or along edge of roadway

• No person shall operate an off-road vehicle at a rate of speed greater than that identified under the Highway Traffic Act and Ontario Regulation 316/03 or any superseding legislation.

Please note Off-Road Vehicles are not permitted on:

• any Community Centre grounds
• any park, sports field, playground or walking trail
• any cemetery
• hospital grounds
• near any churches or nursing homes

More information can be found at: Ministry of Transportation Website 

Resources

Off-Road Vehicles Act

Smart Ride Safe Ride Brochure

Smart Ride Safe Ride Video

• Regulates where to park, stop and drive on roads in the Municipality of North Perth

• Overnight parking on municipal streets and lots

• Vehicles blocking a sidewalk or overhanging curbs

More information can be found on our Parking page.

•   Regulates parking in private spaces such as businesses or commercial properties

• Regulates or prohibits animals in the Municipality of North Perth
• Provides a system of licences, permits, approvals or registrations and imposes conditions and requirements
• Regulates leashing and muzzling of dogs

More information can be found on our Animal Services page. 

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•  Restricts the owing, importing or exporting of prohibited animals laid out in the by-law

More information can be found on our Animal Services page. 

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• Regulates the sales and use of fireworks in the Municipality of North Perth

More information is available here: Fire By-Laws.

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• Prohibits the throwing, placing, or depositing of refuse or debris on private property or on property of the municipality.

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• Provides the general limitations of sound levels and sources

• Outlines general prohibitions and exemptions

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• Regulates the setting of open air fires

• Establishes times when open air fires may be set and any exemptions

More information can be found here: Fire By-Laws.

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• The Municipality regulates the holding of special events in North Perth. To apply for a permit, please complete an application.

More information is available on our Application, Licences and Permits page. 

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