Applications, licences and permits

Building permits

West Grey building permits and inspections can be applied for online.

The permit system allows you to apply for and to see the status of your application anywhere, anytime. You can start an application and finish it later. Email updates will be sent on the status of your permit application and once your application is approved you can request inspections and receive email copies of all inspection reports.

First-time users must create an account by registering with an email address and agreeing to the terms of service.

If you are unsure of whether or not you need a permit for a construction project or a demolition, please contact our building department: cbo@westgrey.com

Burn permits

You will need to get a permit if your fire is larger than two-feet in diameter. The cost is $20 per month or $220 for the year. Permits must be purchased at least one hour prior to starting the fire.

Civic addressing

In an emergency, first responders need to find you or where the emergency is. Know your civic address.

Lots in West Grey have numbered green signs near the entrance. This number will alert emergency responders to exact where you are.

It is your responsibility to ensure your civic number is visible from the road while travelling in either direction.

In rural areas a standard green reflective sign is required. It is the owner's responsibility to maintain this sign.

Should you need a sign please call us at 519-369-2200.

Dog tag licences

All dogs in West Grey require annual dog tags which can be purchased at the municipal office. This program works with dog owners to promote responsible dog ownership and provide a useful tool in case a dog goes missing.

Fees are due each year by March 31 and the cost depends on how many dogs are owned.

• First dog: $20
• Second dog: $30
• Third dog: $40
• Fourth dog and any additional dogs after: $50
• Lost/replacement tags: $5

There is a $50 reclamation fee for any dog. Unpaid tags will be added to tax bills.
Tags are not transferable between municipalities.

Entrance permits

Creating a new entrance to a property requires a permit. Please fill out an entrance permit form and email it to us. Should you need assistance, please call 519-369-2200 for more information.

If the entrance is on a Grey County road, this request will require filing with the county.

Keeping of hens application

The Municipality of West Grey is currently in a 1-year pilot for the keeping of urban hens.

Please see the current keeping of hens bylaw 5-2020.

Should you wish to apply to the pilot program please fill out the keeping of hens application.

For more information, please contact our clerk's department.

Kennel licences

Lottery licences

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is responsible for the lottery licence program in Ontario. The Municipality of West Grey works with the AGCO in issuing lottery licences to eligible charitable and religious organizations. The most common lotteries include raffles, break open tickets and bingo. All lotteries must adhere to AGCO's policies.

The Municipality of West Grey is eligible to issue licences to eligible organizations for raffles with prize boards of $50,000 and under, bingo with up to a $5,500 prize board and break open tickets. Licences for lotteries that exceed these prize points must be obtained directly from AGCO.

For lottery licence applications and forms, please visit the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario website.

Marriage licences

Getting married? You can get your marriage licence at the municipal office.

Forms and reference material are available below:

• before you get married
• marriage license application information
• marriage licence application form
• request for marriage certificate

Planning and development

Refreshment vehicle licence

The Municipality of West Grey regulates and governs refreshment vehicles—commonly known as food trucks—through bylaw 38-2020.

Operators may apply for temporary or permanent licences. Temporary licences are limited to 1-week and one location and cost $100. Permanent licences cost $300 annual and are limited to one location.

In order to amend a location on a permanent licence, please contact us. A $50 fee is required to amend a permanent licence.

Each vehicle requires its own licence.

Most applications require supporting documentation including a report from public health, propane certificate, consent of owner of property and a photo of vehicle.

In order to apply, please fill out this application form.

S357 tax adjustment applications

Sewage and septic systems

Special event road permits

Special event permits are required to close roads, takeover public spaces or hold festivals or shows.

Permits should be obtained well in advance.

Complete our municipal roads or county roads application to apply for a special event road permits. For questions regarding municipal road closure requests, contact the municipality at 519-369-2200 or by email.

Trailer licences

Trailers in West Grey require permits and must have an approved civic address in case of emergency. A mobile home or park model trailer is not permitted to be used as a trailer. For more information, please review the trailer licence bylaw.

Information you will need for the application includes:

• a detailed site plan, showing where the trailer will be located
• the setbacks of the proposed trailer from the lot lines
• contact information and proof of ownership

The cost is $1,000 annually.

To being the process, please fill out this online application.