By-Law Enforcement

By-Laws are established by the Municipality to regulate specific requirements to the area. By-Laws are no different than any other Law and are enforceable under the Provincial Offences Act and the Municipal Act.

The Municipal Law Enforcement division promotes health, safety and a harmonious community through the inspection and resolution of By-Law complaints. Some of the core operational functions of this division include animal licencing and control, parking control (including fire routes and accessible zones), property standards, signs, zoning and licencing.

All By-Law Complaints are required to be submitted in writing on the required form. Only those complaints filled out in their entirety will be addressed in a priority sequence. Please also be advised that priority will be given to those complaints dealing with the safety of persons. You can find the form here:  By-law Complaint Form (105.95 kB)

Contact:  Bylaw@meaford.ca or call (519)538-1060 Ext 1134

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Fence This section outlines the related provisions related to fencing in the Municipality of Meaford.	Burning This section provides information on the Municipal Burn By-Law, and also contains application forms for those seeking a Burn Permit.
Parking The Municipal Parking By-Law and related enforcement information is contained within this section.	Signs The Municipality regulates the placement of signs through our Sign By-Law.  This section contains links to the By-Law and also application forms.
Licencing The Municipality licences taxis, refreshment vehicles and hawkers and Pedlars.  This section provides the necessary information on obtaining a licence with links to the related By-Laws for your reference.	Property Standards   The Property Standards By-Law and Yard By-Law sets out the minimum standards for building and property maintenance within the Municipality. This section provides information on these requirements. This section also addresses long grass and noxious weeds.
Noise Noises that have the potential to disturb are regulated through the Municipal Noise By-Law. This section provides information on enforcement and the By-Law.	Tree Cutting Certain Tree cutting is prohibited without first obtaining a permit.  This section provides you with the necessary information.

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Contact Us

For more information on Municipal By-laws or to make a complaint, contact:

Phone: 519-538-1060 ext. 1134
Email: bylaw@meaford.ca