Applications, Licences and Permits

We issue a variety of licences and permits in the Municipality of South Bruce. Whether you’re looking to apply for a burn permit, change your address or purchase a taxi licence, we can help!

Building permits

You need a building permit before you complete your next home building or renovation project. Review the building permit application process and find out when you need to apply.

Burn permits

You need a burn permit anytime you plan to burn brush on your property. Learn how to apply for a burn permit.

Changing your address

If you move to a new address, please make sure that you let us know so that we can update our records. Learn how to change your address with the Municipality of South Bruce.

Demolition permit

Demolition permits are required prior to demolition of any building with the exception of farm buildings. Learn how to obtain a demolition permit.

Dog and kennel licences

If you own a dog in South Bruce, you need to apply for an annual dog licence. Our animal services also offer kennel licences and wildlife and livestock claims.

Entrance permits

You need an entrance permit if you’d like to add a new entrance to your property or expand an existing driveway or entranceway. Learn how to apply for an entrance permit.

Landfill site usage credit application

If you plan on disposing large volumes of waste material at our landfill, you need to apply for a credit account.

Lottery licences

Registered charities and community organizations can hold lotteries and raffles in the Municipality of South Bruce. Learn how to apply for a lottery licence and review the eligibility regulations.

Marriage licences

We can help you prepare for your wedding day. Anyone getting married in the Province of Ontario needs a marriage licence. You can apply for a marriage licence through the Municipality of South Bruce.

Planning applications

Learn how to submit a planning application if you’d like to develop land within the Municipality of South Bruce.

Septic permits

You need a permit in order to install a septic system on your property. Learn how to apply for a septic permit and review the fees and application process.

Tax Adjustment Request

To request a tax adjustment, you will need to complete a Section 357/358 Property Tax Adjustment Application. Learn how to apply for a property tax adjustment and if you are eligible.  

Taxi licences

In order to own, drive or operate a taxi service in the Municipality of South Bruce, you need a taxi licence.

Tents

As regulated under the Ontario Building Code, any tent over 60 m2 (646 ft2), any size tent attached to a building, or any size tent constructed less that 3 m from other structures, requires a building permit. Learn how to apply for a building permit.

Tile drain loans

If you’d like to install a tile drain system on your property, you may be eligible for our tile drain loan program. Learn how to apply and review our program details.