Applications, licences and permits

Building permits

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

The Cloudpermit system allows you to apply and to see the status of your permit at any time. 

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

For more information, please visit our building and construction page. 

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

Sign Order Form 

Dog tag licences

All dogs in West Grey require dog tags which can be purchased at the municipal office. Dog tags are permanent but the annual fee must be paid each year. 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 cost more depending on how many dogs are owned.

Before March 31: 

• First dog: $20.00
• Second dog: $30.00
• Third dog: $40.00
• Fourth dog + additional dogs after: $50.00

After March 31: 

• First dog: $25.00
• Second dog: $35.00
• Third dog: $45.00
• Fourth dog + additional dogs after: $55.00

There is a $85 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.

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. 

To apply:

1. Complete a marriage licence application form and ensure it is signed by both applicants
2. Have one or both applicants bring the application to the municipal office along with two (2) pieces of government-issued identification for each person getting married. One (1) piece of identification for each person getting married must include their photo. Identification must be valid and original (we will not accept photocopies, scanned images or pictures on electronic devices). Health cards, S.I.N. cards, and expired identification will not be accepted.

Examples of government-issued identification include:

• government-issued birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
• valid passport
• record of immigrant landing
• Canadian Citizenship Card
• valid driver’s licence
• valid Ontario Photo Card
• Conditional Release Identification Card
• United States Green Card
• Native Status Card
• Record of Immigration Landing
• Confirmation of Permanent Residency
• Permanent Residency Card
• Citizenship Card
• Identity Card
• Nexus Card
• Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC)
• Possession & Acquisition Licence (PAL)

3. Pay the licence fee of $150 by debit/cash/cheque payable to the Municipality of West Grey.

Municipal significant event application

The Municipality of West Grey has created a policy to simplify and clarify the process for organizers of public events who want their event designated as a "municipally significant event." This will allow them to apply for a Special Occasion Permit (SOP) under the Liquor License Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.L.19, as amended, in order to sell and serve alcohol at their public event.  

For more information, please visit our Municipally Significant Events page.

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 annually, and may contain more than 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.