By-laws>
The By-law Enforcement Division within the Township of Essa is dedicated to upholding municipal by-laws in a fair and effective manner to help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained community for both residents and visitors.
Our team of By-law Enforcement Officers responds to public concerns and works proactively to address a wide range of issues, ensuring timely and professional service that supports the overall quality of life in Essa. If you are searching for a specific by-law, need a copy, or require the document in an alternative or accessible format, please contact the Clerk’s Office for assistance.
Enforcement Hours of Operation
- Summer Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Winter Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
If you observe a possible violation of any of the by-laws listed below, please use our online reporting tool: Reporting Tool
ARUs Zoning By-law Amendment 2022-28 | ARU Registry By-law 2022-29
Building By-law 2021-44
Fence By-law 2017-40
Fill By-law 2019-84
Fortification of Land By-law 2012-12
Municipal Addressing (Property Identification Number) By-law 2006-37
Property Standards By-law 2008-07 (Office Consolidation)
Zoning By-law 2003-50
- ATV-ORV By-law 2021-16 as amended
- Discharge of Sewage, Stormwater and Land Drainage into Municipal Infrastructure By-law 2015-18
- Reduced Load Restriction By-law 2009-42
- Road Entrance / Boulevard By-law 2015-11
- Sewers and Drains / Discharge of Water and Waste into Sewer System By-law 1997-43
- Snowmobiles By-law 2005-23
- Water Connection By-law 1996-58
- Water Connection (Thornton) By-law 2006-79
- Water (Thornton) Capital Costs Payable 2006-54
- Watering Restrictions (Municipal Watering System) By-law 2011-56
- Automated Speed Enforcement By Law 2024-18
- Cannabis Prohibition By-law 2018-93
- Disabled Parking By-law 2004-22
- Firearms (Discharge of) By-law 2007-82
- Fireworks By-law 2020-59 (Office Consolidation)
- Littering By-law 2020-51
- Noise By-law 2018-47 (Office Consolidation)
- Parking By-law 2005-96 (Office Cconsolidation)
- Sign By-law 2008-15 (Office Consolidation)
- Smoking By-law 2002-08
- Smoking Prohibited on Municipal Properties & Parks By-law 2011-62
- Smoking in the Workplace By-law 2002-07
- Untidy Lot By-law 2006-50 (Office Consolidation)
Township of Essa
Email: bylaw@essatownship.on.ca
Phone: 705-424-9917 ext. 109 or 123
Fax: 705-424-2367
TTY: 705-424-5302