Commonly Requested By-laws

Following is a list of commonly requested By-laws.  These are amended from time to time as circumstances change.  The short boxed descriptions following are for general information only.  It is always best to speak directly with Staff to ensure you have the most recent amendments as well as a full copy of the document.

(The number reflects the original By-Law number and may not include amendments passed since its initial approval.)


All By-laws are available to the Public through the Clerks Office.  Copies of By-laws can also be provided at a cost of $0.25 per page.

Building - By-law 2005-44
BUILDING - Provides for the rules and regulations respecting construction, demolition, change of use permits and inspections
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Fees for Service - By-law  2008-086
FEES FOR SERVICE  - Sets out the Fee Schedule for Tax Certificates, Tax Arrears Certificates. Letters of Compliance for Building/Zoning, Letters of Compliance for Development/Subdivisions and other miscellaneous items.
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Licensing  - By-law - 99-59
LICENCES - Provides for license fees and definitions of:  Chip Wagons, Mobile Barbecue Facilities, Refreshment Vehicles, Refrigerated Bicycle Carts and Transient Traders.
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Noise By-law 5001-05
NOISE - By-law to provide for the regulation and prohibition of unusual noises or noises likely to disturb the public and/or the prevention of public nuisances.
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Taxi Licensing - 99-146
TAXI LICENSES - Sets out licensing requirements and fees for taxis and taxi drivers.
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Cemeteries - By-law 2009-004
CEMETERIES - Provides for the rules and regulations necessary for the operation and maintenance of Elora Cemetery and Belsyde Cemetery and sets out the fees for interment, disinterment and monuments and markers.  Please contact the Clerk's Department, 846-9691 ext 240 for current fee schedule.
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Fences - By-law 02-30
FENCES - Regulate the height and type of fences ( including swimming pools) within the Township of Centre Wellington
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Lawn Watering - By-law 99-55
LAWN WATERING - Sets out permitted lawn water schedule when Council has deemed it necessary to regulate or suspend any or all use of water through a hose or other attachment.
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Parking - By-law 5000-05
PARKING - Regulates the parking of motor vehicles within the limits of the Township of Centre Wellington and is enforced by the Wellington County OPP.
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Property Standards - By-law - 00-151
PROPERTY STANDARDS - Prescribes standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property providing definitions as well as general requirements.
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Registration, Licensing & Control of Dogs - By-law - 2005-007
DOG CONTROL - Registration and licensing of dogs, prohibits running at large, muzzling and leashing in some circumstances.
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The Sale and Discharge of Fireworks By-law 2002-047
FIREWORKS- A By-law to Regulate the Sale and Discharge of Fireworks in the Township of Centre Wellington.

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