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      From building and planning to business licensing and event permits, make sure that you complete the right application for your needs.

      Animal licences

      Animal licence

      Find how to get your dog tags/license on our animal control page.

       Backyard chickens licence

      A backyard chickens license allows property owners to keep a maximum of four hens. Applicants are required to renew their license annually. Licensing fees apply.

      Apply for a Backyard Chickens License

      Business licenses

      While requirements vary for each type of licence, all must comply with the business licence by-law, as amended. See the by-law for associated fees.

      Auctioneer licence

      Auctioneers require a licence to sell goods to bidders at a public auction. One-time or annual licences are available. Licensing fees apply.

      Apply for an Auctioneer Licence

      Campground licence

      A campground licence allows the siting of recreational vehicles, trailers or tents on permitted lands. Licensing fees apply.

      Apply for a Campground Licence

      Kennel

      If you want to open a kennel or renew your kennel licence in the Township of Springwater, we can help you with the application process.

      Applying for a kennel licence

      When applying to operate a kennel in Springwater, be sure to:

      • Contact the Township's Planning Department to see if your property is correctly zoned. Visit in-person at municipal office, call the department at 705-728-4784 x2019 or email Planning and Development.
      • Complete the Kennel Licence Application Form, or visit the municipal office for a physical copy.
      • Submit all required documentation and fees.

      Kennel inspections

      We inspect kennels during licence renewal every year. Kennels found in violation of their approved application may have their licence revoked.

      Gun club or range business licence

      Our 2012-014 by-law amendment defines the businesses as:

      1. Gun club: provincially-licensed organization whose activities include target practice or shooting competitions using restricted firearms or prohibited handguns at an approved shooting range.
      2. Shooting range: provincially-licensed place intended for the safe discharge, on a regular and structured basis, of firearms for the purpose of target practice or target shooting competitions.

      Licensing fees apply.

      Apply for a Gun Club/Range Licence

      Lottery licence

      Through the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the Township can issue lottery licences to eligible organizations for:

      • bingo events with prize boards of up to $5,500;
      • raffles with prizes of up to $50,000;
      • break open ticket events with tickets sold in our municipality (cannot be combined with another licensed gaming event at the same time);
      • bazaar gaming events; and
      • media bingo.

      Please contact the Licensing Officer at 705-728-4784 x2023 to discuss your organization's application.

      Issuing a licence

      Prior to the issuance of a license, the applicant must:

      • Be an eligible organization and provide proof of eligibility as per AGCO regulations
      • Submit a completed lottery licence application form
      • Meet all AGCO terms and conditions, including financial reporting
      • Provide any necessary documentation required by the Licensing Officer
      • Pay the lottery license fee

      Fees

      Type of LotteryLottery License FeeMinimum Fee

      Bingo

      3% of total prize value

      $5

      Media Bingo

      3% of total prize value

      $5

      Break Open Tickets

      3% of total prize value

      $5.00 per unit

      Raffle

      3% of total prize value

      $5.00

      Bazaar

      3% of total prize value

      $10.00 per wheel

      Refreshment vehicle licence (annual and temporary)

      A refreshment vehicle requires:

      • an annual licence
      • an annual inspection report from the Simcoe County District Health Unit
      • a recent inspection for gas/propane installation
      • an annual clearance from the road authority
      • proof of minimum insurance

      See our business by-law for full requirements. Temporary event refreshment vehicle licences are also available. Annual or temporary fees apply.

      Apply for a Refreshment Vehicle Licence

      Event permits

      All special event permits must comply with the special event by-law.

      Special event permit

      Special events can include:

      • exhibitions
      • concerts or festivals
      • other organized events held for profit or otherwise

      Submit an application for a special event with required documentation at least 60 days before the proposed event.

      Alcohol

      If the event involves the use or sale of alcohol, applicants need to provide proof of current liability insurance in the minimum amount of five million dollars along with a copy of the liquor license, AGCO Special Occasion Permit, and a list of trained servers for municipal facilities.

      Apply for a Special Event Permit 

      Refreshment Vehicle Licence

      If you are planning for a refreshment vehicle at your event, a temporary refreshment vehicle license is required.

      Apply for a Refreshment Vehicle Licence

      Temporary road occupancy permit

      We require a temporary road occupancy permit for any activities within the municipality's right-of-way that may occupy or close a road, including:

      • parades and events
      • road construction
      • landscaping and trench work
      • driveway construction

      There are two application forms depending on the reason:

      1. Temporary road occupancy application for utilities
      2. Temporary road occupancy application for events/constructions

      See our temporary road closure and occupancy by-law for details.

      Home and property applications

      Building and septic permits

      Find building and septic permit applications and more information about the permit process on our building permits page.

      Entrance permit

      You will need an entrance permit for any new or revised entrance to a road. Depending on the road, you may need a permit from the Township, County of Simcoe or the Ministry of Transportation. Find information about entrance permits on our roads and sidewalks page.

      Excess load/size permit

      An excess load permit allows companies to move oversized loads on Township of Springwater roads that exceed the Ministry of Transportation accepted limits by height, length, width or weight. Submit an excess load application form with the fee to the Public Works department.

      Fill and site alteration permit

      Any work that alters the grading of a property, both through the removal or importing of materials, requires a fill and site alteration permit. Submit the fee and application to Public Works for approval.

      Apply for a Fill and Site Alteration Permit

      Burn permit

      Property owners must have the appropriate fire permit for their property type before burning. Find out how to get your annual fire permit on our burn permits page.

      Planning applications

      Sometimes there are situations where property restrictions affect the property owner's project goals. Find details on planning applications and fees on our planning applications page.

      Noise exemption

      Our noise by-law regulates and prohibits noises likely to disturb the public. Council considers noise exemption requests during regular meetings. You must submit the completed application form, fee and other required information to the Clerk at least ten business days before the Council meeting that considers your request.

      Apply for a Noise Exemption Permit 

      Sign permit

      Our sign by-law prohibits people from displaying, repairing or altering a sign without a permit. See the by-law for the schedule of fees and other details.

      Apply for a Sign Permit 

      Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licence Application

      Our Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law​​ 2024-068 stipulates that operators and owners of all Short-Term Accommodations within the Township are required to obtain an annual licence to operate. Explore the Township's application process and licensing requirements.

      Appy for a Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licence

      Outdoor digital sign application

      Elmvale Outdoor Digital Sign Application
      Organizations and user groups may request to add information regarding events and programs to the Outdoor Digital Sign located in Elmvale. All submitted applications will be reviewed based on the guidelines outlined in the Outdoor Digital Sign Policy. In cases where requests fall outside the scope of the policy, they will be evaluated by the Outdoor Digital Signage Hearing Committee.

      Submit an Elmvale Outdoor Digital Sign Request
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