Permits, Licences, Grants & Other Applications

Businesses applying to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for a new liquor sales licence or changes to an existing liquor licence must receive municipal approval.

A Municipal Consent (MC) is the municipality's authorization for a utility to occupy a specific location within the City’s Rights-Of-Way (ROW). All projects that require an MC must also obtain a Right-of-Way Activity Permit, which will not be granted until MC is obtained.

An elector who is entitled to vote in an election and believes on reasonable grounds that a candidate or a registered third party advertiser has contravened a provision of the MEA relating to election campaign finances may apply for a compliance audit of the candidate’s or registered third party advertiser’s campaign finances.

Focuses on properties owned by non-profits, and projects that can be quickly and affordably built.

When required, the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law can be amended through a public process.

Specific information is required for the purpose of obtaining a Single or Annual Oversize Load Permit.

The process for obtaining a patio permit differs depending on the business location.

Intended to provide flexible financial assistance to incentivize the creation of more affordable and rental housing units within Barrie.

A Permitted Use Letter is written confirmation of the zoning and permitted uses at a subject property. The letter is often requested by a business owner to confirm their proposed business is permitted on a specific property.

In Barrie, residents are required to register their dog(s) (cats are optional).