Permits, Licences, Grants & Other Applications

In some specific cases topography, location, or alternate access routes will negate the need for a road, and the road may be considered surplus to the public's needs. If this is the case, the road may be available for sale

Barrie property owners may be eligible for a grant for costs incurred in the replacement or repair of a failed sewer lateral, where the blockage or failure occurs in the portion of the sewer lateral between the property line to the sewer main and the repair or replacement has been undertaken by the City.

The City of Barrie requires every second suite within the city to be registered. As part of the registration process, the City will confirm that the two-unit house is legal under the City’s Zoning Bylaw, and that the house complies with several health and safety regulations.

All signs are required to comply with the Ontario Building Code and/or the City of Barrie’s Sign By-law.

Development or alteration of any lands within a Site Plan Control Area are subject to the Site Plan Approval process, unless otherwise exempt by the Director of Planning and Building Services.

All public events held on municipal property are required to have a Special Event Permit and meet City requirements to ensure a safe and successful event for all involved.

Specialized Transit is a door-to-door shared ride accessible public transit service intended for persons unable to use Barrie Transit's conventional accessible fixed-route system due to a disability. Specialized Transit enables clients to stay active in their community.

Seasonal and tournament permits for use of sports fields and courts.

You may file an application with the City of Barrie (Treasurer) requesting your taxes to be reduced or refunded if your property experienced a change during the year.

Incentivizes the development of medium and high density purpose-built rental units by providing a yearly grant for a period of up to 10 years.