Private Property Parking Enforcement Program

Tickets are a proven deterrent for several reasons:

1. Financial Impact - Fines discourage repeat violations.
2. Behaviour Change - Consistent enforcement promotes long-term compliance.
3. Perceived Risk - Visible signage and enforcement increase deterrence.
4. Fairness - Rules are respected when applied consistently.
5. Public Benefit - Helps ensure emergency access, pedestrian safety, and business turnover.

Property owners enrolled in the program have the option to choose between two levels of enforcement authority:

1. Delegated Authority - This option allows the property owner or their agent to designate specific individuals who may contact the Township's Municipal Law Enforcement Services to request parking enforcement. The delegated individual must meet the Officer on-site to confirm the request, provide details, and identify the vehicle(s) in violation.
2. Blanket Authority - This option provides ongoing, proactive enforcement at the discretion of the Township's Officers. Officers may enter the property or conduct parking patrols without prior request or the need for the property owner/agent to be present.

Participating property owners are responsible for installing appropriate signage at the entrance and throughout the parking area in accordance with the By-law. Guidance regarding signage requirements is detailed in the forms below.

Municipal and Private Property By-law 2022-32

Delegated Authority Program Form

Blanket Authority Program Form