The page outlines frequently referenced information contained in the Property Standard By-law, and the complaint process for reporting violations.
Please note: front yard (grass) parking is a violation of the Zoning By-law. Please log concerns regarding front yard parking with Development Services via Service Barrie at 705-726-4242 or Service.Barrie@barrie.ca.
Maintenance Standards
Examples of maintenance standards outlined in Property Standards By-law include:
- The maintenance of all plumbing, heating, ventilation, electrical, lighting, and all interior & exterior finishes in buildings.
- The removal of rubbish; litter; debris; dead or decaying trees; wrecked, dismantled, unlicensed or inoperable vehicles; dilapidated buildings.
- The cutting of tall grass and weeds that exceeds 6” in height.
Property Standards Complaint Process
Officers do not proactively patrol Property Standards By-law violations but respond to all complaints received as soon as possible. For property maintenance cases (long grass, garbage etc.) please log your concerns with Enforcement Services by:
- phone: (705) 739-4241
- email: Enforcement.Services@barrie.ca
A Property Standards Complaint Form is available for your convenience.
If you file a complaint regarding a property other than your own dwelling, personal information is kept confidential.
Upon receipt of a concern, a Property Standards Officer will investigate. The investigation may include any or all of the following actions:
- contacting the tenant and/or owner to confirm the complaint is valid or has been resolved,
- attending the property to conduct an inspection to obtain evidence,
- issuing verbal or written orders to the contraveners (with applicable service fees),
- initiate additional legal action where necessary.
As per Appendix A of the Property Standards By-law, an owner or occupant who has been served with an order and who is not satisfied with its terms or conditions may appeal to the Property Standards Committee by sending a notice of appeal by registered mail to the secretary of the Committee within 14 days after being served the order. Please contact Legislative & Court Services at (705) 726-4220 ext 5500 or CityClerks@barrie.ca for detail.
Tenants & Landlords
The City expects the tenant to co-operate with the owner, landlord and/or property manager (owner) by providing access, in accordance with applicable legislation, to carry out repairs at reasonable times, and expects the owner/tenant to carry out and complete remedial work in a timely manner.
Enforcement Services is here to assist both the owner and tenant achieve compliance with municipal by-laws. Any attempts to hinder the owner’s efforts to carry out remedial work are discouraged and may negatively affect the priority of the complaint and/or prompt completion. Likewise, if necessary, non-compliance with a notice or order will result in Enforcement Services exercising the fullest extent of the Property Standards By-law.