By-Law
By-Law Directory
Looking for a By-Law? Our Municipality of Kincardine By-Law Directory has the most recent versions of By-Laws and is a great repository for historical copies, too.
If you need assistance or an an alternative accessible format, please contact our Legislative Services division by e-mail or call 519-396-3468.
By-Law Enforcement
The Municipality of Kincardine uses the services of Municipal Support Services to oversee By-Law Enforcement. If you need to report a concern requiring the assistance of a By-Law Officer, please call 226-910-1322 ext. 0 for 24-hour support.
Not everything needs a call to By-Law. Sometimes you can resolve things with a simple neighbourly conversation or you make a Service Request. Here's a few examples of the most common By-Laws that people have questions about or make reports on:
At Fault False Alarm
The At Fault False Alarm By-Law is used to help address and reduce the call-out of emergency responders unnecessarily in the Municipality of Kincardine.
Clean Yards and Property Standards
The Clean and Clear Yards By-Law regulates the maintenance of yards in the Municipality including:
- long grass and noxious weeds
- unlicensed vehicles and trailers
The Property Standards By-Law regulates property maintenance and occupancy standards.
Please use the Clean Clear Yards - Property Standards Complaint form to submit your concern.
Fireworks
The Sale and Use of Fireworks By-Law regulates the sale, storage, display, and discharge of fireworks within the community.
Please note that the unlawful use of fireworks is subject to a fine under the Public Nuisance By-Law.
Lawn Watering
Lawn watering restrictions are in place annually from May 15th to September 30th.
Even-numbered houses may water on even-numbered calendar days.
Odd-numbered houses may water on odd-numbered calendar days.
Times for watering are 6 to 9 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.
This information is part of the Outdoor Water Use By-Law.
Municipal Tree Policy and By-Law
The Municipality protects and preserves trees growing on Municipally owned lands through the Tree By-Law.
It regulates the planting, felling, and maintenance of these trees and our Municipal Tree Policy helps us to manage this work.
Please make a Service Request for removal, maintenance, or planting of trees on Municipal property.
Noise
The Noise Control By-Law outlines the noise regulations within the Municipality of Kincardine.
Off-Road Vehicles
The use of off-road vehicles is not permitted on any park, playground, trail, sand dune, beach area, or shoreline road allowance that are part of Municipal property.
See the Off-Road Vehicle By-Law for complete details.
Overnight Camping
Camping in public places and Municipality of Kincardine parks is not allowed under the Public Nuisance By-Law.
Parking
The Traffic and Parking By-Law regulates parking throughout the Municipality of Kincardine.
You can pay a parking ticket online or, if you'd like to contest a ticket, please clearly indicate the "Trial Option" on the ticket, include all requested information and mail to:
Municipal Administration Centre
1475 Concession 5, R.R. #5
Kincardine, Ontario
N2X 2X6
Please note that staff will not review the ticket in office upon request.
Contact Us
The Municipality of Kincardine
1475 Concession 5, R.R.
#5, Kincardine, ON N2Z 2X6
Phone: 519-396-3468
F.: 519-396-8288
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