Make sure you fill out the correct application for your needs, from construction and planning to business license and event permits.
Animal
Kennel License |
If you operate a Kennel within the Municipality of Central, you are required to have a kennel license. Please visit the Animal Services page for details and to apply for a kennel license. |
Business
Beach Vendor License |
Please note that beach vendors will not be permitted this year (2022) A beach vendor license requires:
See the Vendor By-law for full requirements. |
Horse Drawn Carriages |
Central Elgin offers Horse Drawn Carriage Licenses at a cost of $200 per Carriage Operator and $100 per Carriage Driver. Please note the following requires for operating a Horse Drawn Carriage:
To view full Terms and Conditions pertaining to Horse Drawn Carriage Licenses please view By-law 2714 - Being a By-law to Provide for Licensing & Regulations of Various Business in Central Elgin. Please contact the Communications and Legislative Coordinator for more details. |
Kennel License |
If you operate a Kennel within the Municipality of Central, you are required to have a kennel license. Please visit the Animal Services page for details and to apply for a kennel license. |
Lottery License |
Through the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the Municipality can issue lottery licenses to eligible organizations for:
Please view the Lottery Licensing page for further details. |
Port Stanley Outdoor Seasonal Vendor Licence |
Central Elgin offers Port Stanley Outdoor Seasonal Vendor Licenses at a cost of $250. Please note a license requires:
To view full Terms and Conditions pertaining to Port Stanley Outdoor Seasonal Vendor Licenses please view By-law 2714 - Being a By-law to Provide for Licensing & Regulations of Various Business in Central Elgin. Please contact the Communications and Legislative Coordinator for more details. |
Refreshment Vehicle Licence |
Central Elgin offers Refreshment Vehicle Licenses (except for in Port Stanley where this is prohibited) at a cost of $250. Location of Refreshment Vehicle must be zoned to permit an Eating Establishment (as defined in Section 1. 1 of By-law 2714). Please note that every application must be accompanied by:
To view full Terms and Conditions pertaining to Refreshment Vehicle Licenses please view By-law 2714 - Being a By-law to Provide for Licensing & Regulations of Various Business in Central Elgin. Please contact the Communications and Legislative Coordinator for more details. |
Temporary Outdoor Patio Licence |
Central Elgin offers Temporary Outdoor Patio Licenses at a cost of $1,000. Every application must be accompanied by a drawing detailing the dimensions, siting, and pedestrian or vehicular traffic flows in immediately abutting areas, for review and approval by the Director of Infrastructure & Community Services Please note:
To view full Terms and Conditions pertaining to Temporary Outdoor Patio Licenses please view By-law 2714 - Being a By-law to Provide for Licensing & Regulations of Various Business in Central Elgin. Please contact the Communications and Legislative Coordinator for more details. |
Events
All special event permits must comply with the Special Event By-law
Fireworks |
You require a permit in order to set off fireworks in the Municipality of Central Elgin. To learn more please visit the Fireworks page. |
Lottery |
Through the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the Municipality can issue lottery licenses to eligible organizations for:
Please view the Lottery Licensing page for further details. |
Noise Exemption |
The Noise By-law regulates and prohibits noises likely to disturb the public. Council considers noise exemption requests during regular meetings. You must submit the completed application form, and other required information to the Clerk at least 10 business days before the Council meeting that considers your request. |
Road Occupancy Permit |
A temporary road occupancy permit is required for any activities within the municipality's right-of-way that may occupy or close a road, including:
Find information about obtaining a permit on the Roads and Sidewalks page. |
Special Event |
Special events can include:
For more information please view the Special Events Policy. Submit an application for a special event with required documentation at least 60 days before the proposed event. AlcoholIf the event involves the use or sale of alcohol, applicants are required to provide proof of current liability insurance in the minimum amount of five million dollars along with a copy of the liquor license, AGCO Special Occasion Permit, and a list of trained servers for municipal facilities. |
Tent |
A building permit is required for tents and groups of tent, except for tents that are:
To learn more please visit the Building Permit page. |
Home and Property
Building and Septic Permits |
Find building and septic permit applications and more information about the permit process on the Building Permit page. |
Entrance Permit |
You require an entrance permit for any new or revised entrance to a road. Depending on the road, you may need a permit from the County of Elgin or the Ministry of Transportation. Find information about entrance permits on the Roads Permit page. |
Road Occupancy Permit |
We require a temporary road occupancy permit for any activities within the municipality's right-of-way that may occupy or close a road, including:
Find information about obtaining a permit on the Roads Permits page. |
Fire Permit |
Property owners must have the appropriate fire permit for their property type before burning. Find out how to get your fire permit on the Burn Permits page. |
Planning Applications |
Sometimes there are situations where property restrictions affect the property owner's project goals. Find details on planning applications and fees on the Planning Applications page. |
Noise Exemption |
The Noise By-law regulates and prohibits noises likely to disturb the public. Council considers noise exemption requests during regular meetings. You must submit the completed application form and other required information to the Clerk at least ten business days before the Council meeting that considers your request. |
Sign Permit |
The Sign By-law prohibits people from displaying, repairing or altering a sign without a permit. See the By-law for the schedule of fees and other details. |