Permits, Licences, Grants & Other Applications

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).

Dividing a parcel of land into multiple lots (which can then be sold) requires a plan of subdivision or condominium approval.

Planning and Building Permit Fees Grant Program is an incentive offered through the Employment Development Community Improvement Plan (CIP). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

A compliance letter is a document describing a property's compliance or non-compliance with specific municipal regulations, by-laws, and codes. Apply for a building, development charges, environmental, Ontario Fire Code inspection history or zoning compliance letter.

The Property Tax Deferral Program is available to any property owner aged 65 or older and/or any individual who is currently receiving benefits under the Ontario Disability Support Program. All property taxes must be paid up to date in order to apply for the program.

A convenient, worry-free and secure way to pay property taxes.

Intended to ensure all residents have an opportunity to participate in recreation programs and activities, regardless of their financial situation.

Allows for funds for your recPASS will be automatically withdrawn from your bank account each month.

Funding support for programming, events, workshops, activities, and facilities that focus on building participation and engagement in recreation and sport to enhance the broader health and well-being of the community.