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Zoning Amendments and Compliance

The Town of Saugeen Shores Zoning By-law regulates land use in our community. It dictates what types of buildings are allowed, where they can be located, lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building heights, property lines and more. 

If you require a copy of the Town of Saugeen Shores Zoning By-law please contact building@saugeenshores.ca 

 

Finding a property's zoning 

Our interactive map allows you to see zoning information and other property details for any address or roll number.  

How does it work? 

Users search by address or roll number 

Pop-up window appears that shows: 

Zoning name and label, 

Direct link to the section of the Zoning By-law that is applicable to the zone. 

A copy of our consolidated Zoning By-law.  

 

Requesting changes to the by-law 

A Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) (link to page) or Rezoning is the process through which the Town guides and approves changes to how lands are used for specific purposes. If a property owner wants to develop a property in a way that is not permitted in the Zoning By-law, they must apply for a Zoning By-law Amendment. For example, a change of use from residential to commercial would require a Zoning By-law Amendment, which is approved by Town Council. An Official Plan Amendment may be required if the zoning change does not comply with the Town’s Official Plan. A Minor Variance may be required if the Owner wishes to make only a minor change to the Zoning By-law standards of a particular zone. If an application is deemed as inappropriate by Town staff and/or Council it can be refused.
Applications for either a Minor Variance or Zoning By-law Amendment are administered by the County of Bruce Planning Department. 

Letter Fee 2026

$114.79 for letter within 5 business day
$168.98 for rush order - letter will be completed within 48 hours

 

Zoning Compliance Letters

If you’re buying, selling or mortgaging a property, you may need a letter of zoning compliance. You can request a letter or your lawyer can request it on your behalf.  

To request a letter of zoning and building compliance: 

Fill out our online form

Complete payment online or by mailing a cheque to our Municipal Office at: 

Town of Saugeen Shores 

PO Box 820 

600 Tomlinson Dr 

Port Elgin ON  N0H 2C0 

Here is the information we will include in the letter: 

  • current zoning 

  • pending zoning, if applicable 

  • compliance with building setback regulations, if current survey available 

  • status of any building and plumbing permits on file 

  • whether there are any active zoning or property standard violations 

  • whether the property has any heritage significance 

$114.79 for letter within 5 business day

$168.98 for rush order - letter will be completed within 48 hours

 

Contact Us

Town of Saugeen Shores
600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820
Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C0
Phone 519-832-2008
Toll Free 1-866-832-2008
Fax 519-832-2140