By-law Enforcement and Compliance

When any property owner requires relief from the Comprehensive Zoning By-Laws and the restrictions set out in this document, they do have the ability to apply for planning relief. They can do this by applying for an Official Plan Amendment at the County level or for a Zoning By-Law Amendment and/or Minor Variance at the Municipal level. These options are available for planning relief as set out in the Planning Act.

View Official Plan, Zoning By-Laws and Minor Variance information in Planning Services

As a result of the Township’s requirement to enforce the Building Code Act, when building permits are issued, there are required inspections to verify that the construction standards as applied do meet the minimum requirements of the Ontario Building Code inclusive of septic tanks.

The Building Code Act provides the Chief Building Official and Building Inspectors the authority to enter onto properties where there may be or would appear to be unsafe structures. This is to provide protection for ratepayers that could in fact be affected by unsafe structures located on properties including septic tanks.

The Township represents the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs for the reporting of the loss of livestock due to predators ie wolves and coyotes (it does not cover the loss due to domestic dogs or bears) that may attack livestock. The Township will upon proper notification inspect, complete forms and authorize payment to the farm operator based on current values that may be applicable at a sales barn.

Please contact Travis Toms, Chief Building Official/By-Law Enforcement Officer @ 705-656-5182 or 705-927-7458

The Township of North Kawartha passed a comprehensive Parking By-Law #50/08 in 2008. This by-law was passed to help reduce traffic congestion in the village of Apsley and to assist in the delivery of road maintenance and Emergency Services to our residents and visitors.

This by-law forbids the parking of any vehicles on any Township road or right of way regardless of the season. The winter snow plow turnarounds are particular problem areas. If the snow plow can't get turned around, the road will not be plowed. These areas have been signed as a reminder to place vehicles off the roadway and into driveways or other cleared areas.

The Municipality will be enforcing The County of Peterborough No Parking By-Law and its Amendment within the village of Apsley only.

Your vehicle may be tagged or towed away if you are in violation of either by-law.

Property standards are passed under the provisions of the Building Code Act. This document affects existing structures on a property including rental accommodations as set out in the Landlord and Tenant Act. This is to assure that a minimum safe standard is obtained for residential uses inclusive of heat, potable water and that the property is maintained in a reasonable condition.

Property Standards By-Law #0046-2001