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# Fees and Charges
Most municipal services are subsidized from property taxes. User fee increases allow the Municipality to reduce the impact on the tax rate while continuing to provide high levels of service to our customers.
Certain municipal services carry fees and charges. These fees are set by Council in the annual Fees and Charges By-law.
View By-Law 69-2025 Fees and Charges which take effect on January 1, 2026.
By-Law 6-2025 - Planning Fees
Note that taxes are not included below. They will be added as applicable.
Administration Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lottery Licence (All Games) | | 3% |
| Marriage Licence | | $ 125.00 |
| Photocopy (Per Page) | | $ 0.50 |
| Commissioner of Oaths (Out of Town Resident) | | $ 20.00 |
| Commissioner of Oaths (No Charge for Internal Planning Documents) | | $ 10.00 |
| Request for Records (Per 15 minutes) | | $ 7.50 |
| West Perth Pins | | $ 5.00 |
| Fullarton History Book Volume One | | $ 20.00 |
| Fullarton History Book Volume Two | | $ 20.00 |
| Picture Mitchell (Hard Cover) | | $ 20.00 |
| Picture Mitchell (Soft Cover) | | $ 15.00 |
| Logan History Book | | $ 20.00 |
| Digital Sign | Non-profit Advertisement (Per Week) | $ 35.00 |
| Digital Sign | 1 Week | $ 100.00 |
| Digital Sign | 1 Month | $ 340.00 |
| Digital Sign | 3 Months | $ 960.00 |
| Digital Sign | 6 Months | $ 1,800.00 |
| Digital Sign | 1 Year | $ 3,360.00 |
| Digital Sign | Creative Fee | $ 35.00 |
| West Perth Community Guide | Full Page Ad | $ 600.00 |
| West Perth Community Guide | 1/2 Page Ad | $ 400.00 |
| West Perth Community Guide | 1/4 Page Ad | $ 250.00 |
| Drainage Tile Loan - Inspection Services | | $ 150.00 |
| Municipal Drainage Debenture per $1,000 | | $ 10.00 |
| Tile Drainage Loan Application | | $ 50.00 |
| Tile Drain Loan Early Payout | | $ 35.00 |
| Line Fences Act Administration Fee | | $ 100.00 |
| Road Right-of-Way Sale (non-developable) | | $0.55/sq. ft |
| Tax Certificate (Within 5-7 Business Days) | | $ 60.00 |
| Tax Certificate (Rush within 1-2 Business Days) | | $ 90.00 |
| Tax Registration | | Cost Recovery |
| Finance Charge for Unpaid Taxes | | 1.25% |
| Finance charge for Unpaid Accounts Receivable | | 1.25% |
| Charge for N.S.F Cheque | | $ 25.00 |
| Charge for Reprints of Bills and Invoices | | $ 5.00 |
| Credit Card Payment Completed at Municipal Office Over $250.99 | | 2% |
**Note: HST is charged in addition to the fees on this Schedule.**
Dog and Kennel Licensing Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dog Tag - Annual Fee | First Dog Licence | $ 15.00 |
| Dog Tag - Annual Fee | Second Dog Licence | $ 20.00 |
| Dog Tag - Annual Fee | Third Dog Licence | $ 25.00 |
| Dog Tag - Annual Fee | Fourth Dog Licence | $ 25.00 |
| Replacement Tag | Replacement Tag | $ 10.00 |
| Potentially Dangerous Dog | Special Licence | $ 30.00 |
| Dangerous Dog | Special Licence | $ 50.00 |
| Kennel Licencing - Annual Fee | Breeding Kennel | $ 130.00 |
| Kennel Licencing - Annual Fee | Hunting/Sporting/Sled Dog Kennel | $ 85.00 |
| Kennel Licencing | New Application Site Visit | $ 100.00 |
| Kennel Licencing | Additional Site Visit | $ 100.00 |
Arena and Community Centre Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **September 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026** | **September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Winter Ice Pad | Minor Sports | $ 169.91 | $ 172.57 |
| Winter Ice Pad | Curling and Juniors | $ 184.06 | $ 185.84 |
| Winter Ice Pad | Prime Ice (Mon-Fri - Open Till 9am & 4pm to Close; Sat & Sun - All Day) | $ 190.75 | $ 194.69 |
| Winter Ice Pad | Non-Prime Ice (9-4 Monday to Friday) | $ 111.35 | $ 115.04 |
| Winter Ice Pad | School - Non-Prime | $ 61.15 | $ 61.95 |
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Summer Ice Pad | Full Pad - Auction/Trade Shows/Dances | $ 858.38 |
| Summer Ice Pad | Half Pad - Buck & Doe | $ 615.04 |
| Summer Ice Pad | Camp/Youth Tournament (Per Day) | $ 154.87 |
| Summer Ice Pad | Minor Sports (Per Hour) | $ 61.95 |
| Event Hall | 4 hours or less | $ 131.14 |
| Event Hall | Over 4 hours | $ 263.20 |
| Event Hall | Licensed Event | $ 615.04 |
| Event Hall | Prior Day Set Up | $ 216.81 |
| Event Hall | Post Day Event Tear Down | $ 216.81 |
| Event Hall | Kitchen | $ 94.00 |
| Event Hall | Auctions/Trade Show (Per Day including Set Up) | $ 613.30 |
| Activity Room/Morenz Room | 4 Hours or Less | $ 61.95 |
| Activity Room/Morenz Room | Over 4 Hours | $ 94.00 |
| Dublin Hall & Pavilion | 4 Hours or less | $ 123.89 |
| Dublin Hall & Pavilion | Over 4 Hours | $ 247.79 |
| Dublin Hall & Pavilion | Licenced Event | $ 491.15 |
| Lions Pavilion | Daily Rental | $ 97.35 |
| Rentals | Non-profit/Service Group - Discount - as per Policy RC-003 | |
| Rentals | Round Tables (Each) | $ 5.48 |
| Rentals | Stage (Per Section) | $ 13.69 |
| Rentals | Chair Rentals (Offsite - Each) | $ 1.00 |
| Rentals | Table Rental (Each) | $ 5.48 |
| Event Security | Security Fee | Cost Recovery |
| Bar | Per Drink (Beer/Alcohol/Mixed Drink) | $ 5.31 |
| Bar | Renter Provides Bartenders Revenue Sharing - 35% | 35% of Sales |
| Bar | Blue Line Club Revenue Sharing - 33% | 33% of Sales |
| Bar | Renter Revenue Sharing - 20% | 20% of Sales |
| Bar | Bartender Revenue Sharing 15% | 15% of Sales |
| Sound Fee | Entandem (No Dancing) | $ 53.10 |
| Sound Fee | Entandem (Dancing) | $ 101.77 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Rink Naming Rights (Per Year) | $ 10,000.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Dressing Room Naming Rights (Per Year Based on a 3 Year Agreement) | $ 2,000.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Meeting Room Naming Rights (Per Year Based on a 3 Year Agreement) | $ 2,000.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Hall Naming Rights (Per Year Based on a 3 Year Agreement) | $ 3,000.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Ice Resurfacer Naming Rights (Half Year Based on a 3 Year Agreement) | $ 4,000.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Under Ice Logos (A1, A2, B1 and B2) (Per Year) | $ 750.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Under Ice Logos (C1, C2, D1 and D2) (Per Year) | $ 500.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Rinkboard Advertising (Per Year) | $ 400.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Wallboard Advertising (Per Year) | $ 400.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Community Skate Sponsor (Per Skate) | $ 200.00 |
| Advertising/Sponsorship | Community Swim Sponsor (Per Swim) | $ 200.00 |
| Tennis Court | Tennis Registration | Cost Recovery |
| Arena | Day Camp Registration at the Arena | Cost Recovery |
| Online Programs | Online Programs Registration | Cost Recovery |
| Community Room | Community Room 1/2 Day (Up to 4 Hours) | $ 66.37 |
| Community Room | Full Day | $ 97.35 |
| Council Chambers | 1/2 Day (Up to 4 Hours) | $ 75.22 |
| Council Chambers | Full Day | $ 123.89 |
| Meeting Room | Hourly Rate | $ 22.12 |
| Meeting Room | 1/2 Day (Up to 4 Hours) | $ 48.67 |
| Meeting Room | Full Day | $ 75.22 |
**Note: HST is charged in addition to the fees on this Schedule.**
Pool Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Public Swim | Pre School\* - (4 & under) | No Charge |
| Public Swim | Single Entry | $ 4.42 |
| Aqua Fit | Aqua Fit (Per Night) | $ 4.42 |
| Public Swim | Family (2 Adults / Up to 3 kids) | $17.70 |
| Public Swim | Per Additional Child | $ 1.77 |
| Public Swim | Support Person | No Charge |
| Season Pass | Individual Adult / Child | $ 110.62 |
| Season Pass | Family (2 Adults / Up to 3 kids) | $ 252.21 |
| Season Pass | Per Additional Child | $ 50.00 |
| Season Pass | Aqua Fit | $ 70.80 |
| Swimming Lessons | Parent and Tot\* | $ 60.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Pre School 1-5\* | $ 80.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Level 1 to 6\* | $ 110.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Rookie, Ranger, Star\* | $ 125.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Bronze Medallion/Cross\* | $ 230.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Swim Team Per Child\* | $ 65.00 |
| Pool Rental | 31 -100 People | $ 159.29 |
| Pool Rental | 101 - 200 People | $ 230.09 |
**Note: \*Tax Exempt**
**HST is charged in addition to the fees on this Schedule.**
Parks Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Keterson Ball Park | Non-lit Diamond - Per 1 time use | $ 53.10 |
| Keterson Ball Park | Lit Diamond (Diamond A, B, D) - Per 1 time use | $ 70.80 |
| Keterson Ball Park | League - Diamond Per 1 Time Use | $ 45.13 |
| Keterson Ball Park | Minor Sports (Per Year) | $ 2,964.29 |
| Keterson Ball Park | Tournaments (Per Weekend) (Pro-rated for Smaller Tournaments) | $ 1,000.00 |
| Keterson Ball Park | Events (Per Weekend) | $ 200.00 |
| Fullarton Ball Park | Diamond Fee - Lit (FDB Sets Rates) | $ 58.66 |
| Fullarton Ball Park | Diamond Fee - Non-lit (FDB Sets Rates) | $ 44.25 |
| Dublin Ball Park | Diamond Fee (Each) | $ 39.82 |
| Dublin Ball Park | League (1-10 Games) | $ 119.47 |
| Parmalat Fields | Soccer Field Rental | $ 76.11 |
**Note: Cromarty Ball Park and Fullarton Ball Park fees and registration as subject to South Hibbert Athletic Association and Fullarton Centennial Park Board.**
Domestic Landfill Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weighed Waste | Minimum Charge | $ 10.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Household and General Waste (Per Metric Ton)\*\* | $ 107.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Asphalt Shingles (Per Metric Ton)\*\* | $ 107.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Construction Demo (Per Metric Ton)\*\* | $ 107.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Mixed Loads (Per Metric Ton)\*\* | $ 214.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Wood Products < 227 kg | No Charge |
| Weighed Waste | Wood Products > 227 kg (Per 100kg) | $ 3.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Scrap Steel | No Charge |
| Weighed Waste | Yard Waste | No Charge |
| Weighed Waste | E-Waste | No Charge |
| Weighed Waste | Bale Wrap (Per Metric Ton) | $ 75.00 |
| Weighed Waste | Impacted Soils (Per Metric Ton) | $ 107.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Freon Appliances (Tagged) | $ 10.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Freon Appliances (Untagged) | $ 50.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Mattress or Box Spring (Per Item) | $ 10.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Couch or Chair (Per Item) | $ 10.00 |
| Miscellaneous | After Hours Access Fee (Per Entry Plus Applicable Fees) | $ 100.00 |
| Miscellaneous | 120 litre Waste Bin (Yearly Cost Per Bin) | $ 120.00 |
| Miscellaneous | 240 litre Waste Bin (Yearly Cost Per Bin) | $ 170.00 |
| Miscellaneous | 360 litre Waste Bin (Yearly Cost Per Bin) | $ 220.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Recycle Bins 240 and 360 Litre | No Charge |
| Miscellaneous | Composter (Per Bin) plus HST | $ 50.00 |
| Miscellaneous | Composter Green Cone Digester (Per Bin) plus HST | $ 135.00 |
**Note: \*\* The per ton fee is prorated based on a per kilogram weight.**
Operations Department Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roads | Street Sweeper (Per Hour) | $ 100.00 |
| Roads | Grader (Per Hour) | $ 122.00 |
| Roads | Rubber Tire Backhoe (Per Hour) | $ 106.00 |
| Roads | Tandem Dump Truck (Per Hour) | $ 106.00 |
| Roads | 1 ton Dump Truck (Per Hour) | $ 80.00 |
| Roads | Water Truck (Per Hour) | $ 96.00 |
| Roads | Pick-up Truck (Per Hour) | $ 48.00 |
| Roads | Tractor (Per Hour) | $ 96.00 |
| Roads | Tractor With Mower (Per Hour) | $ 106.00 |
| Roads | Trackless 2000 Sidewalk Machine (Per Hour) | $ 100.00 |
| Roads | Weed Sprayer (Per Hour) | $ 53.00 |
| Roads | Kwik Cut Saw (No Blade - Per Day) | $ 42.00 |
| Roads | Plate Tamper (Per Day) | $ 69.00 |
| Roads | 1 ton with Brush Chipper (Per Hour) | $ 106.00 |
| Roads | Foreman With Pick-up (Per Hour) | $ 90.00 |
| Roads | Labourer (Per Hour) | $ 48.00 |
Water and Wastewater Rates
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Water - Monthly Service Charge | Residential | $ 31.99 |
| Water - Monthly Service Charge | Commercial | $ 42.10 |
| Wastewater - Monthly Service Charge | Residential | $ 40.31 |
| Wastewater - Monthly Service Charge | Commercial | $ 53.02 |
| Water - Consumption/Usage Charge (Per Cubic Metre) | Residential | $ 0.94 |
| Water - Consumption/Usage Charge (< 135 Cubic Metre) | Commercial | $ 1.45 |
| Water - Consumption/Usage Charge (> 135 Cubic Metre) | Commercial | $ 0.52 |
| Wastewater - Consumption/Usage Charge (Per Cubic Metre) | Residential | $ 1.20 |
| Wastewater - Consumption/Usage Charge (< 135 Cubic Metre) | Commercial | $ 1.83 |
| Wastewater - Consumption/Usage Charge (> 135 Cubic Metre) | Commercial | $ 0.66 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 5/8" | | No Charge |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 3/4" | | $ 3.05 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 1" | | $ 10.74 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 1.5" | | $ 38.85 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 2" | | $ 66.95 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 3" | | $ 94.79 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 4" | | $ 146.43 |
| Monthly Water Meter Charge 6" | | $ 227.54 |
| Water - After Hours Emergency Connect/Disconnect | | $ 200.00 |
| Water - Regular Hours Emergency Connect/Disconnect | | $ 200.00 |
| Water - Regular Hours Non-Emergency Connect/Disconnect | | $ 50.00 |
| Water - Temporary Connect/Disconnect for Vacant/Unheated Building | | $100.00 |
| Water - Temporary or Seasonal Suspension of Account Connect/Disconnect | | $ 100.00 |
| Water - Reactivation of Closed Account | | $ 125.00 |
| Water Meter - Temporary Removal & Reinstallation of Meter | | Time and Material |
| Water Meter - Replacement | | Time and Material |
| Water Meter - Replacement Due to Owner's Misuse | | Time and Material |
| Water Meter - Testing at Customer's Request - No Problems Found | | Time and Material |
| Water Meter - Testing at Customer's Request - Problems Found | | No Charge |
| Water Meter - Additional Meter | | Time and Material |
| Water Meter - Metal Seal Reinstallation | | $ 25.00 |
| Water Meter - Supply By-Pass Pipe or Valve to Satisfaction of Municipality | | Time and Material |
| Water - Fire Connection - 2 inch | | $ 150.00 |
| Water - Fire Connection - 4 inch | | $ 300.00 |
| Water - Fire Connection - 6 inch | | $ 575.00 |
| Water - Fire Connection - 8 inch | | $ 800.00 |
| Water - Frozen Water Pipe Assistance | | Time and Material |
| Water - Repair of Frozen Water Meter | | Time and Material |
| Wastewater - Lateral Sewer Repair | | Time and Material |
| Water - Hydrant Installation and Maintenance | | Time and Material |
| Water - Alter Water Service Line | | Time and Material |
| Water - Inspection of Water Service Line | | Time and Material |
| Water- Disconnection of Water Service Line | | Time and Material |
| Water - Maintenance of Service Extension & Private Main ($50.00 minimum charge) | | Time and Material |
| Water - Control Device Inspection and Testing | | Time and Material |
| Water - Control Device Inspection, Installation and/or Repair when Owner fails to comply | | Time and Material |
| Water/Wastewater - Missed Appointment Fee | | $ 25.00 |
| Water/Wastewater - New Service \*Minimum Charge of $500.00 | | Time and Material |
| Construction Water (Per 6 months of service) - Single Service | | $ 100.00 |
| Construction Water (Per 6 months of service) - Up to 4 units | | $ 150.00 |
| Construction Water (Per 6 months of service) - Over 4 units | | $ 200.00 |
| Lawn/sod Watering | | $ 250.00 |
| Bulk water (Per Cubic Metre) | | $ 3.90 |
| Sewer Surcharge (Based on Water Charge) | | 139% |
| Water/Wastewater - Operator Per Hour | | $ 48.00 |
| Water/Wastewater - Lead Operator with Pick-up Per Hour | | $ 90.00 |
**Note: Water and Wastewater rates come in effect for the first bill issued in the year and not based on consumption date.**
Municipal Addressing Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Municipal Addressing | Replacement Sign | $ 75.00 |
| Municipal Addressing | Replacement Post and Sign | $ 125.00 |
Licencing
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Licencing | Hawkers and Pedlars Licence (West Perth Resident) (Per Year) | $ 130.00 |
| Licencing | Hawkers and Pedlars Licence (Non-resident) (Per Year) | $ 250.00 |
| Licencing | Refreshment Vehicles (One Time Event) | $ 50.00 |
| Licencing | Refreshment Vehicles (Per Year) | $ 250.00 |
| Licencing | Charitable Organization/Community Event (Refreshment Vehicle) | $ 50.00 |
| Licencing | Sidewalk Patio Licence | $ 250.00 |
Planning Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Zoning By-Law Amendment | Local | $ 815.00 | **$ 4,272.00** |
| County | $ 3,457.00 |
| Site Plan Control Application | Local | $ 707.00 | **$ 2,522.00** |
| County | $ 1,815.00 |
| Site Plan Amendment Application | Local | $ 707.00 | **$ 2,522.00** |
| County | $ 1,815.00 |
| Site Plan Securities | $ 5,000.00 | | **$ 5,000.00** |
| Removal of Holding (H) Symbol from Zoning | Local | $ 515.00 | **$ 3,455.00** |
| County | $ 2,940.00 |
| Part Lot Control | Local | $ 549.00 | **$ 1,665.00** |
| County | $ 1,116.00 |
| Part Lot Control (Renewal) | Local | $ 0.00 | **$ 558.00** |
| County | $ 558.00 |
| Deeming By-Law | Local | $ 408.00 | **$ 853.00** |
| County | $ 445.00 |
| Minor Variance Application | Local | $ 779.00 | **$ 2,346.00** |
| County | $ 1,567.00 |
| West Perth Refund Policy: | | | |
| **Zoning By-Law Amendments and Site Plan Control** | | | |
| · If an application has been submitted to the Planning/Building Department but no administrative functions have been performed | 90% | | **90%** |
| · If a report has been prepared and/or other administrative functions have been performed on the application, but the application has not proceeded to Council and/or Public Meeting | 50% | | **50%** |
| · If the application and report have been considered by Council and/or a Public Meeting has been held | No Refund | | **No Refund** |
| **Minor Variances** | | | |
| · If an application has been submitted but no administrative functions have been performed | 90% | | **90%** |
| · If a report has been prepared and/or other administrative functions have been performed on the application, but the application has not been considered by the Committee of Adjustment | 50% | | **50%** |
| · If the application and report have been considered by the Committee of Adjustment | No Refund | | **No Refund** |
| **Encroachment Agreement** (plus costs where applicable) | $ 400.00 | | **$ 400.00** |
| **Consent - Third Party Costs** | | | |
| · Confirmation of Habitable Condition | $ 250.00 | | **$ 250.00** |
| · Septic Review | $ 125.00 | | **$ 125.00** |
| Third Party Professional Costs | At Cost | | **At Cost** |
| Lot Grading Deposits (at time of Building Permits) (Less 5% Administration Fee) - Operations | $ 2,000.00 | | **$ 2,000.00** |
| County of Perth Planning Fees [**1]** | **2026 Rates** | | | **Total 2026 Fees** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Official Plan Amendment (OPA): County OPA | Local | | $ 964.00 | **$ 6,717.00** |
| County | | $ 5,753.00 |
| Official Plan Amendment (OPA): Local OPA | Local | | $ 964.00 | **$ 6,717.00** |
| County | | $ 5,753.00 |
| Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision - 3 or more Lots/Units (Fee Collected by Perth County) | Local | $ 2,255.00 | | **$ 8,594.00** |
| County | $ 6,339.00 | |
| Consent Application/Agreement (Fee collected by Perth County) | Local | $ 1,148.00 | | **$ 4,710.00** |
| County | $ 3,562.00 | |
| Extension of Draft Plan of Subdivision or Condominium | $ 1,705.00 | | | **$ 1,705.00** |
| Changes to Draft Plan or Subdivision Approval (Major) | $ 2,925.00 | | | **$ 2,925.00** |
| Changes to Draft Plan of Subdivision (Minor - redline revision) | $ 775.00 | | | **$ 775.00** |
| Exemption from Draft Plan of Condominium Approval | $ 1,135.00 | | | **$ 1,135.00** |
**[1]**The following fees are set by the County of Perth and are provided for information purposes only. In the case of a discrepancy between the information provided in this Section of the By-Law, or parts thereof, and the County of Perth, the County of Perth fees and policies shall prevail.
Fire Department Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **Detail** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Letters | Compliance/Clearance Letter Fire Investigation Reports | Letters and or copies of reports requested by or for: lawyers, insurance companies, real estate brokers, builders, request at sale of property | $ 99.96 |
| Fire Inspection | By Request | Per Report | $ 99.96 |
| Inspection Orders | Preparation of an Inspection Order under Section 21 of the *Fire Protection and Prevention Act* | To cover the cost to prepare an Inspection Order due to fire safety issues | $ 153.04 |
| Air Bottle Refills | Filling Air Bottles for Non-Fire Services | Per Bottle | $ 10.20 |
| False Alarms | Monitored Automatic Fire Alarm Systems | Calculated Based on Actual Costs to Attend | MTO Rate |
| Additional Firefighting Resources | FD incurs additional expenses (chemicals, foams, devices, absorbent material) | All additional costs incurred | MTO Rate |
| Use of Heavy Equipment | Where a building, or part of a building, has to be pulled down due to safety; to assist with firefighting and/or a fire investigation | All additional costs incurred | Cost Recovery |
| Motor Vehicle Collision | MTO Roads | Current Ministry of Transportation Vehicle Accident Rate (MTO) - Effective Nov 1, 2022 (Per hour/truck - maximum of 3 trucks) | MTO Rate |
| Clean up Hazardous Materials Spill | Clean up material and/or use of an outside contractor | All additional costs incurred | Cost Recovery |
| Securing of Premises after an Alarm | Use of an outside contractor | All costs to secure premises | Cost Recovery |
Police Services Fees
| **Service** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- |
| First False Alarm | No Charge |
| Second False Alarm | No Charge |
| Third False Alarm | $ 300.00 |
| Fourth False Alarm | $ 400.00 |
| Fifth and Each Subsequent False Alarm | $ 500.00 |
By-Law Enforcement Fees
| **Service** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- |
| Ownership or Corporate Search | $ 40.00 |
| Per Hour Municipal Law Enforcement Inspection Fee | $ 150.00 |
| Per Hour Property Standards Inspection Fee | $ 150.00 |
| Registration of Property Standards Order on Title | $ 175.00 |
| De-registration of Property Standards Order from Title | $ 175.00 |
| Fees Associated with Municipal Law Enforcement | Cost and 10% Admin Fee |
Building Fees
| | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Class of Permit** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** | |
| **Flat Fee** | **Fee Per SQ FT** |
| **Minimum Fee** | | | |
| 0000-000 | Minimum Fee | $ 148.00 | |
| **Group A - Assembly Occupancies** | | | |
| 1000-001 | New & additions: first 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.48 |
| 1000-002 | New & additions: over 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.23 |
| 1000-003 | Renovations | | $ 1.23 |
| **Group B - Institutional Occupancy** | | | |
| 2000-001 | New & additions: first 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.48 |
| 2000-002 | New & additions: over 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.23 |
| 2000-003 | Renovations | | $ 1.23 |
| **Residential** | | | |
| 3000-001 | Residential, mobile homes, additions | | $ 1.39 |
| 3000-002 | Detached accessory-decks, sheds | | $ 0.70 |
| 3000-003 | Renovating unfinished space (e.g. basement) | | $ 0.70 |
| 3000-004 | Fencing-Site Plan & Privacy | $212.00 | |
| 3000-005 | Swimming pool, hot tub & fencing (Includes Water Smart Video) | $212.00 | |
| 3000-006 | Alterations & renovations | | $ 10 per $ 1,000 |
| **Plumbing** | | | |
| 8000-001 | Stand-Alone Plumbing | $ 148.00 | + $ 10 per fixture |
| | New construction | N/A | N/A |
| 8000-002 | Lateral sewer connection | $ 212.00 | |
| **Group D - Business and Personal Services** | | | |
| 4000-001 | New & additions: first 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.37 |
| 4000-002 | New & additions: over 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.15 |
| 4000-003 | Renovations | | $ 1.15 |
| **Group E - Mercantile** | | | |
| 5000-001 | New & additions: first 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.37 |
| 5000-002 | New & additions: over 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.15 |
| 5000-003 | Renovations | | $ 1.15 |
| **Group F - Industrial** | | | |
| 6000-001 | New & additions: first 40,000 sq ft | | $ 1.15 |
| 6000-002 | New & additions: over 40,000 sq ft | | $ 0.95 |
| 6000-003 | Renovations | | $ 0.95 |
| **Agricultural** | | | |
| 7000-001 | New livestock buildings & additions: first 20,000 sq ft | | $ 0.46 |
| 7000-002 | New livestock buildings & additions: over 20,000 sq ft | | $ 0.37 |
| 7000-003 | Livestock renovation | | $ 0.24 |
| 7000-004 | Sheds & shops | | $ 0.35 |
| 7000-005 | Economy structures | | $ 0.24 |
| 7000-006 | Grain storage (less than 10 meters) | $ 148.00 | |
| 7000-007 | Silos (greater than 10 meters) | $ 318.00 | |
| 7000-008 | Silos (horizontal) | | $ 0.20 |
| 7000-009 | Manure Storage - Dry | | $ 0.20 |
| 7000-0010 | Manure Storage - Wet | $ 690.00 | |
| **Septic** | | | |
| 9000-001 | Class 2 & 3 leaching pits & cesspools | $ 148.00 | |
| 9000-002 | Class 4 leaching bed system | $ 690.00 | |
| 9000-003 | Class 5 holding tank system | $ 594.00 | |
| 9000-004 | Septic tank replacement only | $ 318.00 | |
| 9000-005 | Septic bed replacement/addition to | $ 372.00 | |
| **Sign Permits** | | | |
| | Building & Property | $ 212.00 | |
| | Billboards | $ 266.00 | |
| **Other** | | | |
| | Woodstoves & chimneys | $ 148.00 | |
| | Tents (above 60 sq m) | $ 148.00 | |
| | Demolition | $ 148.00 | |
| | Driveway | $ 148.00 | |
| | Additional Plan Review (Resubmission) Where a non-compliant resubmission is submitted above and beyond the first resubmission | $ 148.00 | |
| | Premature/Additional Inspections Where an inspection request is premature and the inspector must re-attend the site to complete the necessary inspection, or an additional inspection is requested or required | $ 222.00 | |
| | Conditional Permits | Rate of building (as above) with written agreement + deposit | |
| | Change of use - No renovations | $ 140 | |
| | Change of use - With renovations/construction | Fee Schedule | |
| | Transfer of Owner | $ 148.00 | |
| | Zoning Certificate | $ 96.00 | |
| | Tree Replacement Fee | $300.00 | |
| Fee based on $1,000 of contracted construction value | | | $ 10.00 per $1,000 |
**NOTE:**Where the permit fee cannot be accurately assessed on a square foot basis, the permit fee will be the minimum fee plus $10/$1,000 of contracted construction value.
**REFUND OF FEES:**
I. Fees that may be refunded shall be a percentage of the fees payable under this By-law as follows:
a. 80% where the application was received and no administrative functions have been completed.
b. 60% where the application has been processed and the permit has been issued.
c. 10% additional deduction for each inspection completed.
d. 0% where the permit fee is the minimum fee or less.
II. Refunds may be given at the discretion of the Chief Building Official.
Recreation Program Fees
| **Service** | **Description** | **September 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026** | **September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Pickleball (Per 1 Session) | $ 2.65 | $ 4.42 |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Shuffleboard (Per 1 Session) | $ 2.65 | $ 4.42 |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Older Adults 55+ - Dance | $ 4.42 | $ 4.42 |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Older Adults 55+ - Wellness Membership - 7 Months (Includes Pickleball/Shuffleboard/Dance) | N/A | $ 442.48 |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Older Adults 55+ - Wellness Membership - 3 Months (Includes Pickleball/Shuffleboard/Dance) | N/A | $ 154.87 |
| Recreation Drop-in Program | Older Adults 55+ - Wellness Membership - 1 Months (Includes Pickleball/Shuffleboard/Dance) | N/A | $ 75.22 |
| **Service** | **Description** | **2026 Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recreation Kids Program | Kidz Korner - After School Program\* (Per Day) | $ 10.00 |
| Recreation Kids Program | Grow With Me\* (Per Day) | $ 5.00 |
| Recreation Kids Program | Cooking With Class\* (Per Day) | $ 140.00 |
| Recreation Camps | March Break/Winter Break/Summer Break/PA Day\* (Per Day) | $ 38.00 |
| Recreation Camps | March Break/Winter Break/Summer Break/PA Day\* (Per Week) | $ 180.00 |
| Recreation Camps | Early Drop Off\* (Per Day) | $ 5.00 |
| Recreation Camps | Late Pick Up\* (Per Day) | $ 5.00 |
**Note: \*Tax Exempt**
**HST is charged in addition to the fees on this Schedule.**
*If there is any discrepancy between this list and the list presented in the Fees and Charges By-law, the by-law will prevail.*
Contact Us
**Municipality of West Perth**
160 Wellington Street
P.O. Box 609
Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0
Phone: 519-348-8429
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