Licensing and By-law Enforcement
		The By-law Department has a variety of responsibilities including the enforcement of parking by-laws, animal control by-laws, and any other by-law, which imposes regulations on the general public. This Department is also responsible for operating the Municipal Dog Pound.
		Should you want a lottery licence, business licensing, or require a sign permit this is the Department you should contact. The following are some of the application forms that you may require:
			Sign Permit Application Form Business Licence Application Form Dog Licence Application Form (Annual Renewal Required)
		The following are some of the by-laws enforced in the Municipality of Dysart et al
			2000-44 Animal Control 2009-102 ATV Use on Municipal Highways 1999-47 Bicycles, Skateboards & Rollerblades 2006-65 Dumping Refuse 1988-18 Noise By-law 2010-42 Parking Control 2004-42 Refreshment Vehicles Licensing 2007-90 Signs and Other Advertising Devices 2004-43 Tourist Camps and Trailer Camps Licensing 2004-44 Transient Traders Licensing
		Winter Parking Restrictions
			Property owners and visitors are cautioned to be aware that By-Law 2010-42, s.3.3 states that: “no person shall park or stand a vehicle in such a manner as to interfere with the clearing of snow, or the sanding or maintenance of a highway.” The fine associated with this offence is $200.00 and your vehicle may be towed away. You are urged to ensure that your have your own private parking accessible prior to your arrival.
		Designated Accessible Parking
			You should be aware that in accordance with the new Municipal Act, 2001 and the Highway Traffic Act c.H.8, there is a minimum fine of $300.00 for the misuse of an accessibility parking permit or a designated accessible parking space.
		Dog Tags
			Dog tags are required for all dogs within the Municipality. Dogs are not permitted to run at large and the owner may face a fine if this occurs. For further information on keeping pets, please be aware of our Animal Control By-law.
		Sign By-law
			The sign by-law regulates signs and other advertising devices within the Municipality of Dysart et al. Any sign that is erected or altered in contravention of this by-law shall be removed by the Municipality at the owner’s expense and the person who contravenes is guilty of an offense and upon conviction is liable to a fine under the Provincial Offences Act.
		For specific information on any of our regulatory by-laws, our Municipal Law Enforcement Officer will be pleased to assist you.
		If you call after hours or on the weekend regarding a non-emergency, please leave a detailed voice mail message and an officer will get back to you as soon as possible. Please, if you are calling on the weekend about noise or a vicious dog, contact the Ontario Provincial Police.
		Department Contacts
		Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Please refer to our Contact Information.
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Municipality of Dysart et al 135 Maple Avenue, P.O. Box 389, Haliburton, ON, K0M 1S0   Telephone: (705) 457-1740 Fax: (705) 457-1964   Email     © 2004 Maddock Group Inc