Answer: The District municipality of Barrington, Nova Scotia has 23 adopted policies on file: 2022-2025 Strategic Plan; Integrated Community Sustainability Plan; Physical Activity Strategic Plan; Policy No. 01 — Selection Policy: The Evaluation of Heritage Property; Policy No. 04 — Street Lighting Policy; Policy No. 07 — Wood Cutting Policy; Policy No. 09 — Policy Governing Administration and Enforcement of Building By-law, Building Code Act, Municipal Government Act and Land Use By-law; Policy No. 10 — Dangerous or Unsightly Policy; Policy No. 33 — Returning Officer; Policy No. 38 — Construction and Demolition Debris Disposal Site Policy; Policy No. 40 — Notice of Meetings; Policy No. 48 — Summary Offence Ticket Enforcement Policy; Policy No. 52 — Council Meetings and Proceedings Policy; Policy No. 53 — Warden and Deputy Warden Policy; Policy No. 55 — Flag Policy; Policy No. 57 — Certificates of Recognition Policy; Policy No. 59 — Policy on Committees of Council; Policy No. 70 — Floating Dock Policy; Policy No. 71 — Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Upgrades Standards; Policy No. 73 — Active Transportation Policy; Policy No. 88 — Virtual Meetings and Attendance Policy; Policy No. 89 — Community Litter Clean Up Program Policy; Policy No. 97 — Municipal Asset Naming and Renaming Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

2022-2025 Strategic Plan

Summary: Four-year corporate strategic plan setting priority goals and actions for the municipality.

Integrated Community Sustainability Plan

Summary: Long-term sustainability vision covering environment, economy, social, and cultural dimensions.

Physical Activity Strategic Plan

Summary: Strategic framework for promoting physical activity and recreation programs in the municipality.

Policy No. 01 — Selection Policy: The Evaluation of Heritage Property

Summary: Criteria for evaluating and designating heritage properties within the municipality.

Policy No. 04 — Street Lighting Policy

Summary: Standards and criteria for installation and maintenance of municipal street lighting.

Policy No. 07 — Wood Cutting Policy

Summary: Governs wood cutting on municipal lands.

Policy No. 09 — Policy Governing Administration and Enforcement of Building By-law, Building Code Act, Municipal Government Act and Land Use By-law

Summary: Procedures for administration and enforcement of building and land use regulations.

Policy No. 10 — Dangerous or Unsightly Policy

Summary: Procedures for addressing dangerous or unsightly premises within the municipality.

Policy No. 33 — Returning Officer

Summary: Defines the role and authority of the municipal Returning Officer for elections.

Policy No. 38 — Construction and Demolition Debris Disposal Site Policy

Summary: Rules for use of the municipal C&D debris disposal site.

Policy No. 40 — Notice of Meetings

Summary: Requirements for public notice of council and committee meetings.

Policy No. 48 — Summary Offence Ticket Enforcement Policy

Summary: Governs the use of summary offence tickets by municipal enforcement officers.

Policy No. 52 — Council Meetings and Proceedings Policy

Summary: Rules of order and procedures for conducting municipal council meetings.

Policy No. 53 — Warden and Deputy Warden Policy

Summary: Selection process and duties for the municipal Warden and Deputy Warden positions.

Policy No. 55 — Flag Policy

Summary: Rules for flying flags at municipal buildings and properties.

Policy No. 57 — Certificates of Recognition Policy

Summary: Criteria for awarding municipal certificates of recognition to community members.

Policy No. 59 — Policy on Committees of Council

Summary: Establishes structure, membership, and mandate of council advisory committees.

Policy No. 70 — Floating Dock Policy

Summary: Rules governing use of municipal floating dock infrastructure.

Policy No. 71 — Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Upgrades Standards

Summary: Technical standards for qualifying clean energy upgrades under the PACE financing program.

Policy No. 73 — Active Transportation Policy

Summary: Guides investment in active transportation infrastructure such as trails and cycling routes.

Policy No. 88 — Virtual Meetings and Attendance Policy

Summary: Conditions under which council members may attend meetings virtually.

Policy No. 89 — Community Litter Clean Up Program Policy

Summary: Program rules for community-organized litter clean-up initiatives on municipal land.

Policy No. 97 — Municipal Asset Naming and Renaming Policy

Summary: Criteria and process for naming or renaming municipal facilities and assets.

Municipal Policies Index

Summary: Full listing of all adopted municipal policies for the Municipality of the District of Barrington, NS; numbered policy series accessible as individual PDFs.


Answer: Barrington, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, fines: Not less than $25.00 and not more than $100.00 and up to 10 days imprisonment in default. Source: Motor Vehicle Bylaw (No. 90), verified 2026-06-05.

Motor Vehicle Bylaw (No. 90)

Summary: Prohibits unnecessary noise or disturbance from the operation of motor vehicles in the Town of Berwick. Recategorized from parking_winter: text regulates vehicle noise, not parking.

Not less than $25.00 and not more than $100.00 and up to 10 days imprisonment in default


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, leash rule: Other domestic animals/fowl (horses, cattle, sheep, swine, etc.) shall not be at large within the Town; owner liable to penalty; fines: Not exceeding $50.00 (animals/fowl at large) and up to 10 days imprisonment in default; licence required: True; leash rule: Off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control of a person = running at large; tethered dog able to leave property = at large. Source: Animal Bylaw (amended June 12, 2001); Dog Bylaw (No. 79), verified 2026-06-05.

Animal Bylaw (amended June 12, 2001)

Summary: Governs animal control in the Town of Berwick. Document history: enacted July 9 1963; last amendment June 12 2001 (sections 76-91 repealed). Filename '2021' is a typo; document states 2001.

Other domestic animals/fowl (horses, cattle, sheep, swine, etc.) shall not be at large within the Town; owner liable to penalty

Not exceeding $50.00 (animals/fowl at large) and up to 10 days imprisonment in default

Dog Bylaw (No. 79)

Summary: Regulates dog licensing, running at large, and related matters in the Town of Berwick.

Off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control of a person = running at large; tethered dog able to leave property = at large

Not less than $100.00 and not more than $5,000.00 and up to 30 days imprisonment in default; $50.00 voluntary payment


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, permit required: False; allowed conditions: Clean dry wood in acceptable fire pit with spark arrestor, >15 ft from buildings/structures/property line, responsible adult present, extinguisher nearby; barbecues permitted; fines: First offence $250.00; second $1,000.00; third $5,000.00 (no less than $250, not exceeding $5,000). Source: Outdoor Fire Bylaw (No. 32), verified 2026-06-05.

Outdoor Fire Bylaw (No. 32)

Summary: Governs outdoor burning and fire pits within the Town of Berwick under the Municipal Government Act nuisance/burning powers.

Clean dry wood in acceptable fire pit with spark arrestor, >15 ft from buildings/structures/property line, responsible adult present, extinguisher nearby; barbecues permitted

First offence $250.00; second $1,000.00; third $5,000.00 (no less than $250, not exceeding $5,000)


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Subdivision Bylaw (No. 106), verified 2026-06-05.

Subdivision Bylaw (No. 106)

Summary: Subdivision By-law for the Town of Berwick governing land subdivision.

Land Use Bylaw — Draft for Public Engagement (V1, April 23 2025)

Summary: The file served at this URL is a 'Draft for Public Engagement V1, April 23 2025' that would repeal the existing LUB adopted Oct 9 2012. Not yet adopted; demoted to non-primary draft.

Municipal Planning Strategy — Draft for Public Engagement (V1, April 23 2025)

Summary: The file served at this URL is a 'Draft for Public Engagement V1, April 23 2025' MPS replacing the Oct 2012 strategy. Draft, not adopted; not a by-law itself.


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, standards: No person shall have or operate a junk yard unless first obtaining a licence; enforcement: Licence by written application to Town Council; licence fee $100.00 per year payable on granting; standards: Owner/occupier shall cut and destroy thistles and other noxious weeds on land owned or occupied; slaughterhouses only at appointed places; enforcement: Notice to cut/destroy weeds; if refused/neglected for 5 days, penalty up to $10 (or up to 5 days imprisonment); Town may cut and recover costs as a debt. Source: Junk Yard Bylaw (No. 86); Nuisances Bylaw (No. 92), verified 2026-06-05.

Junk Yard Bylaw (No. 86)

Summary: Requires a licence to operate a junk yard in the Town of Berwick (enacted Feb 10 1970).

No person shall have or operate a junk yard unless first obtaining a licence

Licence by written application to Town Council; licence fee $100.00 per year payable on granting

"shall have or operate a junk yard unless he has first obtained a license"

"license fee will be One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars per year"

Nuisances Bylaw (No. 92)

Summary: Addresses property nuisances in the Town of Berwick (slaughterhouses, noxious weeds, and similar). Recategorized from noise: content is general property nuisance, not a noise bylaw.

Owner/occupier shall cut and destroy thistles and other noxious weeds on land owned or occupied; slaughterhouses only at appointed places

Notice to cut/destroy weeds; if refused/neglected for 5 days, penalty up to $10 (or up to 5 days imprisonment); Town may cut and recover costs as a debt


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, billing basis: Annual Basic User Sewer Charge per property within 100 ft of sanitary sewer, based on share of operating and capital costs (flow/BOD based); separate Industrial and Residential Institutional User charges. Source: Sewer Charge By-Law (No. 36), verified 2026-06-05.

Sewer Charge By-Law (No. 36)

Summary: Establishes sewer service charges for properties in the Town of Berwick.

Annual Basic User Sewer Charge per property within 100 ft of sanitary sewer, based on share of operating and capital costs (flow/BOD based); separate Industrial and Residential Institutional User charges

Sewer Use By-Law (No. 37)

Summary: Regulates discharges to the public sewer systems in the Town of Berwick.


Answer: In the Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; who must license: Non-resident hawkers, peddlers, solicitors; all auctioneers; rag or junk dealers; fee: $25.00 per three month period; $100.00 per year; Ten Dollars for one year; $1,000/day; renewal: valid for the period specified therein; per three month period; per year. Source: Licenses (Hawkers and Peddlars) By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Licenses (Hawkers and Peddlars) By-Law

Summary: Town of Berwick bylaw requiring transient traders (hawkers, peddlers, door-to-door sellers) who are not resident ratepayers to obtain a Transient Traders Licence from the Town Clerk.

Non-resident hawkers, peddlers, solicitors; all auctioneers; rag or junk dealers

$25.00 per three month period; $100.00 per year; Ten Dollars for one year; $1,000/day

valid for the period specified therein; per three month period; per year


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Assessment By-Law; Collection of Arrears of Taxes By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Assessment By-Law

Summary: Town of Berwick assessment bylaw setting rules for property assessment, including household furnishings and personal effects valued at 20% of real property assessment value.

Collection of Arrears of Taxes By-Law

Summary: Town of Berwick bylaw requiring the Town Clerk to institute legal proceedings on or after June 15 each year against taxpayers with unpaid taxes from the previous year.


Answer: Berwick, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

Town of Berwick By-Laws Index

Summary: Index of Town of Berwick bylaws with PDF links; note indicates bylaws are under review for updating.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Purchase Tender Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Purchase Tender Policy

Summary: Procurement thresholds and tendering procedures for purchasing goods and services.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Brush and Leaf Pick Up Policy; Snow and Ice Control Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Brush and Leaf Pick Up Policy

Summary: Service levels and schedule for municipal curbside brush and leaf collection.

Snow and Ice Control Policy

Summary: Service levels, priorities, and response times for municipal snow and ice removal.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 7 adopted policies on file: Conference Attending Policy; Employee Compensation and Review Policy 2023; Healthy Eating Policy; Holidays Policy; Performance Management Policy 2023; Remuneration and Expenses of Council; Workplace Wellness Policy 2018, verified 2026-06-05.

Conference Attending Policy

Summary: Rules and approval process for municipal staff and council attendance at conferences.

Employee Compensation and Review Policy 2023

Summary: Sets the framework for employee compensation bands and annual performance review processes.

Healthy Eating Policy

Summary: Promotes healthy food and beverage options at town-sponsored events and in municipal workplaces.

Holidays Policy

Summary: Defines statutory and discretionary holiday entitlements for municipal employees.

Performance Management Policy 2023

Summary: Framework for employee performance reviews, goal-setting, and performance improvement.

Remuneration and Expenses of Council

Summary: Sets pay rates, allowances, and expense reimbursement for elected councillors.

Workplace Wellness Policy 2018

Summary: Promotes employee health and wellness programs in the municipal workplace.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Records Management and Destruction Policy (Policy 5.020), verified 2026-06-05.

Records Management and Destruction Policy (Policy 5.020)

Summary: Retention schedules and procedures for managing and destroying municipal records.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Community Consultation Guidelines 2021; Public Participation Program Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Community Consultation Guidelines 2021

Summary: Guidelines for conducting public engagement and consultation on municipal decisions.

Public Participation Program Policy

Summary: Framework for meaningful public engagement in Town decision-making processes.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Policy Comfort Centres Kings County 2018, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy Comfort Centres Kings County 2018

Summary: Establishes comfort centre locations and protocols in Kings County for emergency events.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 6 adopted policies on file: Capital Financial Management Policy; Expense and Hospitality Policy 2018; Fees Policy; Low Income Property Tax Exemption (Policy 5.021); Tax Billing Policy; Tax Sale, verified 2026-06-05.

Capital Financial Management Policy

Summary: Framework for planning and approving municipal capital expenditures and reserves.

Expense and Hospitality Policy 2018

Summary: Allowable expense categories and reimbursement limits for staff and council travel and hospitality.

Fees Policy

Summary: Schedule of fees charged by the Town for municipal services and permits.

Low Income Property Tax Exemption (Policy 5.021)

Summary: Eligibility criteria and application process for property tax exemption for qualifying low-income residents.

Tax Billing Policy

Summary: Timing and process for issuance of annual and interim municipal tax bills.

Tax Sale

Summary: Procedures governing the sale of properties with outstanding tax arrears.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 3 adopted policies on file: Appropriate Use of Mobile Communications Devices Policy; IT Acceptable Use; Personal Communication Devices (Policy 5.019), verified 2026-06-05.

Appropriate Use of Mobile Communications Devices Policy

Summary: Rules for employee use of mobile phones and personal communication devices during work.

IT Acceptable Use

Summary: Acceptable use rules for municipal IT equipment, networks, and software by staff.

Personal Communication Devices (Policy 5.019)

Summary: Rules for use of personal communication devices (cell phones, etc.) in the workplace.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Respectful Workplace Policy 2018, verified 2026-06-05.

Respectful Workplace Policy 2018

Summary: Prohibits harassment, discrimination, and bullying in the municipal workplace.


Answer: The Town of Berwick, Nova Scotia has 6 adopted policies on file: Business Directional Sign Policy; Lapel Pin Policy; Off Site Sign Policy; Private Property Drainage Policy; Street Naming Policy; Tree Trimming & Removal, verified 2026-06-05.

Business Directional Sign Policy

Summary: Criteria and process for placing town-installed directional signs to businesses.

Lapel Pin Policy

Summary: Rules for award and wear of official Town of Berwick lapel pins.

Off Site Sign Policy

Summary: Regulates placement of off-site directional and advertising signs within town boundaries.

Private Property Drainage Policy

Summary: Town's responsibilities and limits regarding drainage issues on or affecting private property.

Street Naming Policy

Summary: Criteria and process for naming new streets within the Town of Berwick.

Tree Trimming & Removal

Summary: Criteria for when the Town will trim or remove trees on public property.

Town of Berwick Policies Index

Summary: CAO's Office policies listing for the Town of Berwick, NS; 30 policy documents linked as individual PDFs.


Answer: Berwick, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has no noise & nuisance bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

Anti-Noise By-Law — secondary evidence (NS Schedule M-17 SOT listing)

Summary: Bridgewater's Anti-Noise By-law (passed Nov 29 2013) is not posted as a standalone PDF in the online index. This URL is the provincial SOT schedule confirming the bylaw exists; it is NOT the adopted bylaw text. Kept as non-primary dead-lead.


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; licence fee: $10 neutered/spayed; $30 un-neutered; fierce/dangerous dog $40; kennel $10; leash rule: Running at large if off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control by leash, or tethered so it can leave property boundaries; fines: $100-$1,000. Source: Chapter 16 — Dog By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 16 — Dog By-Law

Summary: Governs dog licensing, running at large, dangerous dogs, leash requirements, and barking in the Town of Bridgewater. Approved January 12 2015 (Motion 15-011).

$10 neutered/spayed; $30 un-neutered; fierce/dangerous dog $40; kennel $10

Running at large if off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control by leash, or tethered so it can leave property boundaries


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, permit required: False; permit issuer: Fire Chief or Fire Inspector (for religious/ceremonial open fires only); allowed conditions: All burning prohibited except cooking food on certified portable barbeque or in grill/fireplace with dry seasoned wood or charcoal; solid-fuel grills not before 11:00am, embers out by 1:00am; fines: $250-$5,000. Source: Chapter 18 — Fire Protection By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 18 — Fire Protection By-Law

Summary: Fire Protection By-law restricting open burning in the Town of Bridgewater; approved September 24 2012.

Fire Chief or Fire Inspector (for religious/ceremonial open fires only)

All burning prohibited except cooking food on certified portable barbeque or in grill/fireplace with dry seasoned wood or charcoal; solid-fuel grills not before 11:00am, embers out by 1:00am


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Chapter 120 — Subdivision Regulations; Land Use By-Law (Bridgewater), verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 120 — Subdivision Regulations

Summary: Subdivision Regulations for the Town of Bridgewater, approved March 28 1977 (under the Planning Act).

Land Use By-Law (Bridgewater)

Summary: Land Use By-law for the Town of Bridgewater, approved by Council November 10 2014 (effective Dec 24 2014), with amendments to April 1 2026. Governs zoning across all zones.

Municipal Planning Strategy (Bridgewater)

Summary: Municipal Planning Strategy for the Town of Bridgewater, approved November 10 2014 (effective Dec 24 2014), amendments to Feb 3 2026. Not a by-law itself.


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, fines: $15 if paid within 7 days, else $25; fines: penalty prescribed by the Motor Vehicle Act R.S.N.S. 1989 c. 293. Source: Chapter 193 — Parking Meter By-Law; Chapter 200 — Comprehensive Parking By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 193 — Parking Meter By-Law

Summary: Regulates parking meters and metered zones within the Town of Bridgewater (Motor Vehicle Act s.153).

Chapter 200 — Comprehensive Parking By-Law

Summary: Comprehensive parking regulations for the Town of Bridgewater. Approved January 11 2016; revised March 22 2018 (effective April 1 2018).

penalty prescribed by the Motor Vehicle Act R.S.N.S. 1989 c. 293


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, standards: Owner must maintain buildings to minimum standards; yards kept free of rubbish/debris, hazards, tall grass/weeds; no discarded/dismantled/abandoned vehicles stored in yard; enforcement: Building Official issues Order to Remedy; on failure, summary offence ticket per day, or Town applies to Supreme Court for life-safety threats; fines: $100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 30 days. Source: Chapter 115 — Minimum Building Standards By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 115 — Minimum Building Standards By-Law

Summary: Sets minimum building/property standards for buildings in the Town of Bridgewater (MGA s.181), addressing property maintenance.

Owner must maintain buildings to minimum standards; yards kept free of rubbish/debris, hazards, tall grass/weeds; no discarded/dismantled/abandoned vehicles stored in yard

Building Official issues Order to Remedy; on failure, summary offence ticket per day, or Town applies to Supreme Court for life-safety threats

$100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 30 days


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, billing basis: Wastewater Betterment Charge per dwelling unit (residential) or per floor area (commercial), rates set in Policy 89-Fees; connection mandatory: True; billing basis: Annual sewer charge by area rate (% of assessed value), uniform charge per property category, or rate based on water consumption; set in Policy 89-Fees; fines: penalty not exceeding $1,000, or default imprisonment up to 30 days. Source: Chapter 206 — Wastewater Betterment Charge By-Law; Chapter 24 — Public Sewer By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 206 — Wastewater Betterment Charge By-Law

Summary: Establishes wastewater betterment charges for properties connecting to the Town of Bridgewater sewer system. Approved June 14 2021.

Wastewater Betterment Charge per dwelling unit (residential) or per floor area (commercial), rates set in Policy 89-Fees

Chapter 24 — Public Sewer By-Law

Summary: Governs connections to and use of public sewers in the Town of Bridgewater.

Annual sewer charge by area rate (% of assessed value), uniform charge per property category, or rate based on water consumption; set in Policy 89-Fees

penalty not exceeding $1,000, or default imprisonment up to 30 days


Answer: In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, collection schedule: Recyclables every 2 weeks; organics/residual alternating week; collection weekly; sorting required: True; container or bag limit: Max 8 bags (6 residual); Max 2 green carts; Max 1 non-transparent bag; Green cart required for organics; accepted or banned: Banned: explosives, hazardous waste, tires, electronics (except annual). HHW to depot. No burning.. Source: Chapter 203 - Solid Waste By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 203 - Solid Waste By-Law

Summary: Town of Bridgewater solid waste bylaw (replaces Chapter 127) governing collection and disposal of garbage, recyclables and other municipal solid waste within the town.

Recyclables every 2 weeks; organics/residual alternating week; collection weekly

Max 8 bags (6 residual); Max 2 green carts; Max 1 non-transparent bag; Green cart required for organics

Banned: explosives, hazardous waste, tires, electronics (except annual). HHW to depot. No burning.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Chapter 167 - Tax Collection Fees By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

Chapter 167 - Tax Collection Fees By-Law

Summary: Town of Bridgewater bylaw under Assessment Act s.111(6) setting fees charged on unpaid real property taxes, machinery tax, business occupancy tax, and area rates for all town properties.


Answer: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

Chapter 220 — Marketing Levy By-Law (approved Feb 24, 2025)

Summary: Marketing Levy By-law for the Town of Bridgewater; requires short-term-stay accommodation operators to collect/remit a marketing levy. Recategorized to other: a levy is a tax measure, not STR regulation.

Town of Bridgewater By-Laws Index

Summary: Index of Town of Bridgewater bylaws (numbered Chapters) with individual PDF links.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Policy 72 — Disposal of Surplus Equipment; Policy 79 — Purchasing & Tendering, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 72 — Disposal of Surplus Equipment

Summary: Procedures for declaring and disposing of surplus town equipment and assets.

Policy 79 — Purchasing & Tendering

Summary: Procurement thresholds, tendering process, and vendor selection criteria for the town.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 8 adopted policies on file: Policy 102 — Public Disclosure of Grants to Organizations; Policy 111 — Bridgewater Heritage Property Incentives; Policy 117 — Affordable Housing Pre-Construction Grant Program; Policy 66 — Youth Travel Grant; Policy 77 — Grants to Organizations; Policy 88 — Donations; Policy 96 — Facade Improvement Program; Policy 98 — ProKids, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 102 — Public Disclosure of Grants to Organizations

Summary: Requires public disclosure of all grants awarded to organizations by the town.

Policy 111 — Bridgewater Heritage Property Incentives

Summary: Financial incentives for restoration and maintenance of designated heritage properties.

Policy 117 — Affordable Housing Pre-Construction Grant Program

Summary: Grant program providing pre-construction financial assistance to affordable housing developers.

Policy 66 — Youth Travel Grant

Summary: Financial assistance program for youth representing Bridgewater in travel competitions or events.

Policy 77 — Grants to Organizations

Summary: Criteria and process for awarding annual grants to community organizations.

Policy 88 — Donations

Summary: Rules for accepting and acknowledging donations to the Town of Bridgewater.

Policy 96 — Facade Improvement Program

Summary: Grant program for commercial facade improvements in Bridgewater's downtown area.

Policy 98 — ProKids

Summary: Financial assistance program for low-income children to participate in recreation programs.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Policy 8 — Use of Council Chambers; Policy 93 — Alcohol Management on Town-Owned Property, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 8 — Use of Council Chambers

Summary: Rules for booking and using town council chambers by external groups.

Policy 93 — Alcohol Management on Town-Owned Property

Summary: Rules for serving and consuming alcohol on town-owned property and at town events.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 8 adopted policies on file: Policy 100 — Citizen Honourarium & Reimbursement Pilot Project; Policy 116 — Use of Town Owned Vehicles; Policy 47 — Health & Safety; Policy 64 — Annual Remuneration Adjustment - Council Members; Policy 7 — Conferences, Workshops & Seminars; Policy 73 — Breastfeeding Friendly; Policy 75 — Healthy Eating; Policy 86 — Police Early Retirement Fund, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 100 — Citizen Honourarium & Reimbursement Pilot Project

Summary: Pilot program for paying honorariums and reimbursing expenses for citizen advisory members.

Policy 116 — Use of Town Owned Vehicles

Summary: Rules governing employee use of town fleet vehicles including personal use restrictions.

Policy 47 — Health & Safety

Summary: Town's occupational health and safety commitments and employee responsibilities.

Policy 64 — Annual Remuneration Adjustment - Council Members

Summary: Formula for annual adjustments to council member remuneration.

Policy 7 — Conferences, Workshops & Seminars

Summary: Approval requirements and reimbursement rules for staff and council attending external events.

Policy 73 — Breastfeeding Friendly

Summary: Designates town facilities as breastfeeding-friendly and provides for private spaces.

Policy 75 — Healthy Eating

Summary: Promotes nutritious food and beverage choices at town-sponsored events.

Policy 86 — Police Early Retirement Fund

Summary: Governs the police early retirement fund for eligible town police service members.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 4 adopted policies on file: Policy 104 — Routine Access; Policy 120 — Town of Bridgewater Privacy; Policy 122 — Privacy Breach Management; Policy 80 — Records Management, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 104 — Routine Access

Summary: Provides for routine public access to certain town records without formal FOIPOP requests.

Policy 120 — Town of Bridgewater Privacy

Summary: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by the town.

Policy 122 — Privacy Breach Management

Summary: Procedures for identifying, responding to, and reporting privacy breaches involving town data.

Policy 80 — Records Management

Summary: Retention schedules and procedures for managing and destroying town records.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 9 adopted policies on file: Policy 26 — Town Crier; Policy 34 — Public Hearing Agenda & Procedures Under Municipal Government Act; Policy 38 — Public Participation Meeting Procedures; Policy 51 — Inserts in Billings; Policy 52 — Written Submissions to Council; Policy 68 — Delegations; Policy 78 — Social Media; Policy 85 — Corporate Sponsorship & Naming Rights; Policy 90 — Bridgewater Transit - Advertising, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 26 — Town Crier

Summary: Rules governing the role and activities of the Town of Bridgewater Town Crier.

Policy 34 — Public Hearing Agenda & Procedures Under Municipal Government Act

Summary: Procedures for conducting public hearings required under the Municipal Government Act.

Policy 38 — Public Participation Meeting Procedures

Summary: Procedures for public participation meetings held before council decisions.

Policy 51 — Inserts in Billings

Summary: Rules for including informational inserts in municipal tax and utility billing.

Policy 52 — Written Submissions to Council

Summary: Process for public written submissions to be received and considered by council.

Policy 68 — Delegations

Summary: Process for public delegations to present before town council.

Policy 78 — Social Media

Summary: Rules for official and personal use of social media by town staff and elected officials.

Policy 85 — Corporate Sponsorship & Naming Rights

Summary: Framework for corporate sponsorships and naming rights for town facilities and events.

Policy 90 — Bridgewater Transit - Advertising

Summary: Rules for advertising on Bridgewater Transit vehicles and infrastructure.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 17 adopted policies on file: Policy 105 — Debt Management; Policy 106 — Capital Reserve; Policy 107 — Operating Reserve; Policy 108 — Investment; Policy 113 — Asset Management; Policy 114 — Asset Retirement Obligation; Policy 21 — Reserve Funds; Policy 33 — Tax Collection; Policy 36 — Capital Variance; Policy 57 — Low Income Tax Exemption; Policy 63 — Museum Endowment Fund; Policy 65 — Tax Reduction for Property Destruction or Damage; Policy 89 — Fees; Policy 92 — Interim Tax Billing; Policy 94 — Hospitality; Policy 97 — Designated Community Funds; Policy 99 — Amend Land Use & Subdivision By-laws (Fees), verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 105 — Debt Management

Summary: Framework for managing town debt including borrowing limits and repayment strategies.

Policy 106 — Capital Reserve

Summary: Rules for establishing and drawing upon the town's capital reserve funds.

Policy 107 — Operating Reserve

Summary: Rules for the town's operating reserve fund, including target levels and usage triggers.

Policy 108 — Investment

Summary: Governs the prudent investment of town surplus funds.

Policy 113 — Asset Management

Summary: Framework for lifecycle management and capital investment planning for town infrastructure.

Policy 114 — Asset Retirement Obligation

Summary: Accounting policy for recognizing and measuring asset retirement obligations under PS 3280.

Policy 21 — Reserve Funds

Summary: Rules for establishing and using town reserve funds.

Policy 33 — Tax Collection

Summary: Procedures for collecting outstanding municipal property taxes.

Policy 36 — Capital Variance

Summary: Thresholds and approval requirements for variances to approved capital budgets.

Policy 57 — Low Income Tax Exemption

Summary: Eligibility and application for property tax exemption for low-income Bridgewater residents.

Policy 63 — Museum Endowment Fund

Summary: Governs the town's museum endowment fund including contributions and disbursements.

Policy 65 — Tax Reduction for Property Destruction or Damage

Summary: Tax reduction procedures for properties partially or fully destroyed or damaged.

Policy 89 — Fees

Summary: Schedule of fees charged by the Town for municipal services, permits, and programs.

Policy 92 — Interim Tax Billing

Summary: Rules for issuing interim tax bills prior to final budget adoption.

Policy 94 — Hospitality

Summary: Standards and approval process for town hospitality expenditures.

Policy 97 — Designated Community Funds

Summary: Rules for establishing and managing designated community reserve funds.

Policy 99 — Amend Land Use & Subdivision By-laws (Fees)

Summary: Fee schedule for applications to amend land use and subdivision by-laws.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Policy 103 — Open Smart Community Pilot, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 103 — Open Smart Community Pilot

Summary: Governs pilot projects for open data and smart community technology initiatives.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Policy 115 — Code of Conduct for Elected Officials; Policy 115A — Fostering a Respectful Environment, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 115 — Code of Conduct for Elected Officials

Summary: Ethical standards and behavioural expectations for elected town council members.

Policy 115A — Fostering a Respectful Environment

Summary: Supplemental policy to the Code of Conduct addressing respectful conduct in council settings.


Answer: The Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has 25 adopted policies on file: Policy 109 — Council Videoconferencing; Policy 110 — Land Sales & Pricing; Policy 112 — Closure of Certain Public Streets - Logan Road; Policy 118 — Land Use By-Law Inspections & Violations; Policy 12 — Appointments of Citizens to Boards, Committees & Commissions; Policy 12A — Appointments to Boards/Committees/Commissions (resident vs non-resident); Policy 15 — Parks and Trails Naming and Renaming; Policy 16 — Street Naming and Renaming; Policy 17 — Sanitary Service Connection to Force Main on LaHave Street; Policy 18 — Development Agreements; Policy 19 — Maintenance and Care of Street Green Areas; Policy 20 — Replanting of Trees; Policy 32 — Development Agreement Inspections & Violations; Policy 4 — Landscaping - Town Streets Right-of-Ways; Policy 53 — Achievement; Policy 59 — Trail Crossing; Policy 60 — Appointment of Deputy Mayor; Policy 67 — Sanitary Sewer Services; Policy 71 — Special Recognition; Policy 81 — Flag Flying; Policy 82 — Dangerous & Unsightly Premises; Policy 84 — Solid Waste Management By-law Enforcement; Policy 87 — PACE Program Clean Energy Standards; Policy 9 — Trees & Tree Limb Removal; Policy 91 — Land Sales - Glen Allan, verified 2026-06-05.

Policy 109 — Council Videoconferencing

Summary: Rules for council members participating in meetings via videoconference.

Policy 110 — Land Sales & Pricing

Summary: Procedures and pricing framework for selling town-owned land.

Policy 112 — Closure of Certain Public Streets - Logan Road

Summary: Governs the closure of a portion of Logan Road to public street use.

Policy 118 — Land Use By-Law Inspections & Violations

Summary: Inspection and enforcement procedures for land use by-law compliance within the town.

Policy 12 — Appointments of Citizens to Boards, Committees & Commissions

Summary: Process and eligibility criteria for citizen appointments to town advisory bodies.

Policy 12A — Appointments to Boards/Committees/Commissions (resident vs non-resident)

Summary: Clarifies residency requirements for appointments to town boards and committees.

Policy 15 — Parks and Trails Naming and Renaming

Summary: Criteria and process for naming or renaming town parks and trails.

Policy 16 — Street Naming and Renaming

Summary: Process for naming new streets or renaming existing streets in Bridgewater.

Policy 17 — Sanitary Service Connection to Force Main on LaHave Street

Summary: Conditions for connecting sanitary sewer service to the force main on LaHave Street.

Policy 18 — Development Agreements

Summary: Town's framework for entering development agreements with property developers.

Policy 19 — Maintenance and Care of Street Green Areas

Summary: Maintenance standards for grassed and landscaped areas within town street rights-of-way.

Policy 20 — Replanting of Trees

Summary: Standards for replanting trees on town property after removal.

Policy 32 — Development Agreement Inspections & Violations

Summary: Inspection and enforcement procedures for development agreement compliance.

Policy 4 — Landscaping - Town Streets Right-of-Ways

Summary: Rules for landscaping within town street right-of-ways by adjacent property owners.

Policy 53 — Achievement

Summary: Recognition of community achievement through official municipal acknowledgement.

Policy 59 — Trail Crossing

Summary: Standards for trail crossings at road intersections within the town.

Policy 60 — Appointment of Deputy Mayor

Summary: Process for appointing the Deputy Mayor and defining their responsibilities.

Policy 67 — Sanitary Sewer Services

Summary: Rules for connection to and use of the town's sanitary sewer system.

Policy 71 — Special Recognition

Summary: Town's program for recognizing special community contributions or achievements.

Policy 81 — Flag Flying

Summary: Rules for flying flags at town buildings and facilities.

Policy 82 — Dangerous & Unsightly Premises

Summary: Procedures for addressing dangerous or unsightly properties within the town.

Policy 84 — Solid Waste Management By-law Enforcement

Summary: Enforcement procedures under the solid waste management by-law.

Policy 87 — PACE Program Clean Energy Standards

Summary: Technical standards for eligible clean energy upgrades under the PACE financing program.

Policy 9 — Trees & Tree Limb Removal

Summary: Town's criteria for removing trees and tree limbs on public property.

Policy 91 — Land Sales - Glen Allan

Summary: Governs sale of town-owned land in the Glen Allan subdivision.

Town of Bridgewater By-Laws and Policies Index

Summary: Combined bylaws and policies listing page for the Town of Bridgewater; policies are in a separate subfolder.

Town of Bridgewater Policies Subfolder Index

Summary: Direct listing of all adopted council policies numbered 4 through 122 for the Town of Bridgewater, NS.


Answer: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, quiet hours: Weekdays after 9:30 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.; Sat after 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m.; Sun/holidays after 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 a.m. (Schedule A Time A); construction hours: Construction equipment use prohibited 12:00 a.m.-6:00 a.m. (Time C); domestic power tools per Time A (weekdays 7:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m.); exemptions: Emergency measures; municipal festivals/parades until 1:00 a.m.; bells/calls to worship; permitted pit/quarry activities; municipal equipment; fines: $100-$5,000; min $200 for second violation within six months. Source: Noise By-law No. N-100, verified 2026-06-05.

Noise By-law No. N-100

Summary: By-law respecting noise in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality; sets quiet hours and prohibited noise.

Weekdays after 9:30 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.; Sat after 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m.; Sun/holidays after 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 a.m. (Schedule A Time A)

Construction equipment use prohibited 12:00 a.m.-6:00 a.m. (Time C); domestic power tools per Time A (weekdays 7:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m.)

Emergency measures; municipal festivals/parades until 1:00 a.m.; bells/calls to worship; permitted pit/quarry activities; municipal equipment

$100-$5,000; min $200 for second violation within six months

Schedule A Time C; Part 2 item 14 (Time A)


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, fines: $2,000 per animal per offence; licence required: True; leash rule: Dog must not be at large; off owner's property must be under physical restraint of a leash no more than 6 feet controlled by owner; max animals: More than two dogs requires a kennel licence (general/breeding/boarding kennel). Source: Circus Animal Prohibition By-law No. C-200; Dog By-law No. D-400; Responsible Animal Husbandry By-law No. R-100, verified 2026-06-05.

Circus Animal Prohibition By-law No. C-200

Summary: Prohibits the use of wild and exotic animals in circuses or performances within CBRM (Theatres and Amusement Act).

Dog By-law No. D-400

Summary: Regulates dog ownership in CBRM including at-large rules, licensing, and dangerous dogs.

Dog must not be at large; off owner's property must be under physical restraint of a leash no more than 6 feet controlled by owner

More than two dogs requires a kennel licence (general/breeding/boarding kennel)

First $165; second $279; third $425; fourth $605 (within 24-month period)

Responsible Animal Husbandry By-law No. R-100

Summary: Regulates the care and keeping of domestic livestock animals within CBRM (MGA s.174(f)).

Offence to permit a domestic livestock animal to go at large (not under direct continuous control or securely confined)

First $165; second $279; third $425; fourth $605 (within 12-month period)


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; zones allowed: Applicant property must conform to the Land Use By-law; no specific zones named. Source: Licensing By-law for Shared Dwellings No. L-100, verified 2026-06-05.

Licensing By-law for Shared Dwellings No. L-100

Summary: Requires a Shared Dwelling Licence to operate short-term rentals in CBRM, with licence fees, annual renewal, and penalties. Passed and adopted by Council May 14 2024.

Applicant property must conform to the Land Use By-law; no specific zones named


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Fire Chief; allowed conditions: Permitted areas (Schedule A) with permit; no burning before 8:00 a.m., fires extinguished by 9:00 p.m.; material 15 m from combustibles; not rubber/oil/plastic; fines: $100-$5,000; default imprisonment up to 30 days. Source: Burning By-law No. B-400, verified 2026-06-05.

Burning By-law No. B-400

Summary: Regulates open-air burning within CBRM; consolidates former municipalities' burning bylaws. Passed and adopted by Council May 18 1999.

Permitted areas (Schedule A) with permit; no burning before 8:00 a.m., fires extinguished by 9:00 p.m.; material 15 m from combustibles; not rubber/oil/plastic

$100-$5,000; default imprisonment up to 30 days


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Land Use By-law (CBRM, July 2023 consolidation); Subdivision By-law No. S-500 (CBRM, July 2023), verified 2026-06-05.

Land Use By-law (CBRM, July 2023 consolidation)

Summary: CBRM Land Use By-law (July 2023), including amendments adopted by Council May 13 2025. Regulates permitted uses, lot standards, and development across all zones. No exact original adoption day stated in the document.

Subdivision By-law No. S-500 (CBRM, July 2023)

Summary: CBRM Subdivision By-law No. S-500 (2023), adopted by Council under the Municipal Government Act. Governs subdivision and consolidation of land. No exact adoption day stated in the document.

Municipal Planning Strategy (CBRM, July 2023)

Summary: CBRM Municipal Planning Strategy (July 2023) underpinning the Land Use By-law; the statutory policy document, not a by-law itself. No exact adoption day stated.


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, fines: $25 (1st-5th convictions/12 mo); $45 (6th-12th); $65 (more than 12); reduced $5/hr if paid within 7 days. Source: Parking By-law No. P-100, verified 2026-06-05.

Parking By-law No. P-100

Summary: Regulates parking on CBRM municipal streets and properties (Motor Vehicle Act s.153), including restrictions and enforcement.

$25 (1st-5th convictions/12 mo); $45 (6th-12th); $65 (more than 12); reduced $5/hr if paid within 7 days


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, standards: Owner must keep building free of rubbish/garbage/debris and objects that are health, fire or accident hazards; maintain structural, roof, wall, plumbing, heating standards; enforcement: Building Inspector may order repairs (within 90 days); municipality may do work at owner's expense as first lien; Supreme Court remedies; fines: $250-$10,000 or imprisonment up to one year (each day a separate offence); standards: Vacant buildings must be secured, weather-tight, free of debris/fire hazards; derelict = ruinous, depreciates value, allurement to children, unsightly exterior, or fire hazard. Source: Minimum Standards By-law for Existing Residential Dwellings No. M-100; Vacant and Derelict Buildings By-law No. V-300, verified 2026-06-05.

Minimum Standards By-law for Existing Residential Dwellings No. M-100

Summary: Sets minimum maintenance and habitability standards for existing residential dwellings in CBRM (MGA s.181).

Owner must keep building free of rubbish/garbage/debris and objects that are health, fire or accident hazards; maintain structural, roof, wall, plumbing, heating standards

Building Inspector may order repairs (within 90 days); municipality may do work at owner's expense as first lien; Supreme Court remedies

$250-$10,000 or imprisonment up to one year (each day a separate offence)

Vacant and Derelict Buildings By-law No. V-300

Summary: Regulates vacant and derelict buildings within CBRM, with maintenance standards and CBRM authority over dangerous structures.

Vacant buildings must be secured, weather-tight, free of debris/fire hazards; derelict = ruinous, depreciates value, allurement to children, unsightly exterior, or fire hazard

Municipality may order owner to demolish or obtain conditional building permit; may enter and do work, cost recouped as lien; title forfeiture possible

First offence min $1,000; second/subsequent min $2,000 (per day separate offence)


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, connection mandatory: True; billing basis: Quarterly base rate by water meter size plus volumetric wastewater discharge rate ($0.78 per cubic meter) based on metered water consumption. Source: Wastewater Discharge By-law No. W-100 (amended to March 26, 2024), verified 2026-06-05.

Wastewater Discharge By-law No. W-100 (amended to March 26, 2024)

Summary: Regulates discharge of wastewater into CBRM public sewers and recovery of costs; amended to March 26 2024.

Quarterly base rate by water meter size plus volumetric wastewater discharge rate ($0.78 per cubic meter) based on metered water consumption


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, collection schedule: Recyclables bi-weekly in designated areas; collection commences 8:00 a.m. (daytime areas) or 12 midnight (overnight areas); specific days assigned by Manager per area; sorting required: True; container or bag limit: Maximum 5 mixed waste containers per eligible premises; apartments max 5 bags/unit up to 30 total; 1 green cart for organics; no limit on blue bags for recyclables; accepted or banned: Recyclables (blue bags, no limit) and organics (green cart) accepted; bulk waste, white goods, construction waste, hazardous materials, lead-acid batteries banned curbside. Source: S-300 Solid Waste Resource Management By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

S-300 Solid Waste Resource Management By-Law

Summary: Cape Breton Regional Municipality solid waste management bylaw covering collectible waste, recyclables, compostable materials and curbside collection rules; passed and adopted by CBRM Council July 8, 2003.

Recyclables bi-weekly in designated areas; collection commences 8:00 a.m. (daytime areas) or 12 midnight (overnight areas); specific days assigned by Manager per area

Maximum 5 mixed waste containers per eligible premises; apartments max 5 bags/unit up to 30 total; 1 green cart for organics; no limit on blue bags for recyclables

Recyclables (blue bags, no limit) and organics (green cart) accepted; bulk waste, white goods, construction waste, hazardous materials, lead-acid batteries banned curbside

No waste disposal fee for curbside collection from eligible premises; haulers pay per tonne/load fees per CBRM Solid Waste Management Policy

"Collection will commence at the following times"; "in all areas of the Municipality having daytime collection"

"provide separate containers"; "for mixed waste, organic waste and for"

"limited to 5 bags per unit to a total 30 bags"; "there shall be no limit to the amount of blue bags"

"no limit to the amount of blue bags"; "non- collectible"; "lead- acid automotive"

"No waste disposal fee shall apply to collectible waste from eligible premises"


Answer: In the Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; who must license: Every person operating a vending stand, vending vehicle, or transient vendor in the Municipality; fee: Mobile motor vehicle: $450/vehicle/year ($1,000 fleet fee for 3+ vehicles); Stationary motor vehicle: $450/year (+ min. $350/month site rental on CBRM property, or $175/month metered); Pedestrian power stand: $225/year; Bicycle: $50/vehicle/year; Special events/craft fairs: $100/event; Christmas tree & seafood: $100/season; Auctioneer: $100/auction; Transient vendor: $500/day; renewal: Annual (12 months), expires March 31 each calendar year; new application, documentation, and fee required annually. Source: V-200 Vendors By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

V-200 Vendors By-Law

Summary: CBRM bylaw requiring licences for mobile and outdoor vendors; covers location restrictions, licence requirements, grounds for revocation; adopted May 17, 2016, last amended September 17, 2019.

Every person operating a vending stand, vending vehicle, or transient vendor in the Municipality

Mobile motor vehicle: $450/vehicle/year ($1,000 fleet fee for 3+ vehicles); Stationary motor vehicle: $450/year (+ min. $350/month site rental on CBRM property, or $175/month metered); Pedestrian power stand: $225/year; Bicycle: $50/vehicle/year; Special events/craft fairs: $100/event; Christmas tree & seafood: $100/season; Auctioneer: $100/auction; Transient vendor: $500/day

Annual (12 months), expires March 31 each calendar year; new application, documentation, and fee required annually

s. 5(1) — "No person shall vend in the Municipality without having obtained a licence"

s. 5(2) — "A licence to vend is required for each vending stand, vending vehicle, or transient vender"

Schedule "B" — Fee Schedule for Vendors Licence

s. 13 — "annual licence (12 months), which shall expire on the 31st day of March"


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: D-200 Deed Transfer By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.

D-200 Deed Transfer By-Law

Summary: Cape Breton Regional Municipality deed transfer tax bylaw setting rate at 1.5% of transferred property value effective January 1, 2003; passed by CBRM Council November 19, 2002.


Answer: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

CBRM By-laws Index — City Hall By-laws & Policies

Summary: Official CBRM bylaws listing with links to consolidated PDF bylaws. Unofficial consolidations; official copies via Clerk's Office.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Winter Operations Strategy Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Winter Operations Strategy Policy

Summary: Governs CBRM's approach to winter road maintenance including snow clearing priorities, de-icing practices, and service level standards.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 3 adopted policies on file: Attendance Management Policy; CBRM Accessibility Plan 2022–2025; OH&S Policy and Procedure Manual — Section 12: Contractor Safety Management, verified 2026-06-05.

Attendance Management Policy

Summary: Governs employee attendance expectations and management procedures for CBRM staff. Hosted in CBRM Laserfiche repository.

CBRM Accessibility Plan 2022–2025

Summary: Four-year accessibility action plan aligning with Nova Scotia's Access by Design 2030 goal. Adopted October 2023 after CBRM was among the last NS municipalities without a filed accessibility plan.

OH&S Policy and Procedure Manual — Section 12: Contractor Safety Management

Summary: CBRM's occupational health and safety requirements for contractors working on municipal sites, forming part of the broader CBRM OH&S policy manual.

Respectful Workplace Policy & Human Rights and Harassment Policy

Summary: DEMOTED: this URL (Laserfiche id=6854) resolves to the Ethical Conduct Policy, already recorded as a separate primary. Title/URL mismatch could not be independently confirmed; kept as non-primary dead lead.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: CBRM All Hazards Emergency Management Plan (2019), verified 2026-06-05.

CBRM All Hazards Emergency Management Plan (2019)

Summary: Municipal all-hazards emergency management plan adopting the Incident Command System (ICS) for coordinating emergency response. Required under the Nova Scotia Emergency Measures Act.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 4 adopted policies on file: CBRM Corporate Credit Card Policy; Employment Expense Reimbursement Policy; Travel Expense Policy for Elected Officials (with amendments to January 2021); Travel Expense Policy for Staff (with amendments to January 2021), verified 2026-06-05.

CBRM Corporate Credit Card Policy

Summary: Governs the use of CBRM-issued corporate credit cards by staff and officials, including authorized expenditures and reporting requirements.

Employment Expense Reimbursement Policy

Summary: Governs reimbursement of eligible work-related expenses for CBRM employees.

Travel Expense Policy for Elected Officials (with amendments to January 2021)

Summary: Governs allowable travel and expense reimbursement for CBRM elected officials including per diems, accommodation, and mileage thresholds.

Travel Expense Policy for Staff (with amendments to January 2021)

Summary: Governs allowable travel and expense reimbursement for CBRM staff including per diems, accommodation, and mileage thresholds.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Email Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Email Policy

Summary: Governs acceptable use of CBRM email systems by staff and officials.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Ethical Conduct Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Ethical Conduct Policy

Summary: Sets standards for ethical behaviour for CBRM elected officials and staff.


Answer: The Regional municipality of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has 4 adopted policies on file: CBRM Active Transportation Plan (2022); Facility Naming Rights and Sponsorship Policy; Municipal Planning Strategy — Cape Breton Regional Municipality (July 2023); Solid Waste Management Policy and Appendix A, verified 2026-06-05.

CBRM Active Transportation Plan (2022)

Summary: 20-year plan guiding CBRM investment in cycling, walking, and multi-use routes. Guides network expansion and active mobility priorities across the municipality.

Facility Naming Rights and Sponsorship Policy

Summary: Governs the naming rights of CBRM facilities and criteria for corporate sponsorship arrangements for municipal assets.

Municipal Planning Strategy — Cape Breton Regional Municipality (July 2023)

Summary: Long-term land use and growth policy framework for CBRM covering housing, transportation, and community design. Council voted 7–4 to approve and forward to province in July 2023; replaces prior MPS.

Solid Waste Management Policy and Appendix A

Summary: Governs CBRM's solid waste management operations and service standards. Includes Appendix A (likely service level definitions).

By-laws & Policies Page

Summary: CBRM's official bylaws-and-policies landing page directing users to the Laserfiche document repository for the complete policy catalogue.

CBRM Policies Index (Laserfiche Repository)

Summary: Centralized policy repository for Cape Breton Regional Municipality. Full list of adopted administrative and council policies accessible via this Laserfiche portal (requires browser cookies).


Answer: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Dog By-law No. 140, verified 2026-06-05.

Dog By-law No. 140

Summary: Mandatory dog licensing ($15, valid 5 years); dogs must be leashed and under control in public; kennels require yearly licences and zoning approval; dog waste removal required on municipal property.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Short-Term Rental Licensing By-Law No. 158, verified 2026-06-05.

Short-Term Rental Licensing By-Law No. 158

Summary: All STR accommodations require a licence; no application fee; proof of $2,000,000 liability insurance required; valid occupancy permit and no open work orders required; each property needs its own licence.

STR Licence — information page

Summary: Municipal STR licensing information page explaining application requirements, insurance, occupancy permit, and per-property licence rules. Links to By-law 158 document.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Outdoor Fire By-law No. 142, verified 2026-06-05.

Outdoor Fire By-law No. 142

Summary: Governs outdoor burning within the municipality. Only clean brush or wood permitted; burning solid waste or other materials prohibited. Residents must check the provincial BurnSafe restrictions map before burning.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Municipal Land Use By-law (effective January 9, 2020), verified 2026-06-05.

Municipal Land Use By-law (effective January 9, 2020)

Summary: Divides municipality into zones (residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, general basic); specifies permitted uses, lot sizes, setbacks, and height limits per zone; development permits required for construction.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Municipal Sewers By-Law No. 34, verified 2026-06-05.

Municipal Sewers By-Law No. 34

Summary: Sets criteria for connections to municipal sewers. Central sewer systems serve Chester, Chester Basin, Mill Cove, New Ross, Otter Point, and Western Shore.


Answer: Chester, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

By-Laws and Policies page — Municipality of the District of Chester

Summary: Official bylaws landing page describing the bylaw amendment process and linking to the Laserfiche document repository. References bylaws on animal control, noise, outdoor fires, sewage, signage, and waste.

Municipal By-Laws Index (Laserfiche portal)

Summary: Municipality of the District of Chester's full bylaw repository hosted on Laserfiche. Contains all adopted bylaws accessible for review.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Records Management Policy; Routine Access Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Records Management Policy

Summary: Governs management of municipal records for the Municipality of the District of Chester. Linked directly from the municipality's Records page.

Routine Access Policy

Summary: Defines which municipal records Chester residents may routinely access without a formal FOIPOP request. Linked directly from the municipality's Records page.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Municipal Climate Change Action Plan 2013, verified 2026-06-05.

Municipal Climate Change Action Plan 2013

Summary: Adopted plan identifying climate change hazards, affected locations, and impacts on municipal facilities and infrastructure for the Municipality of the District of Chester. PDF states Adopted: October 30, 2013.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Code of Conduct for Elected Officials, verified 2026-06-05.

Code of Conduct for Elected Officials

Summary: Establishes ethical standards for Chester council members. Prohibits misuse of confidential information, unauthorized gifts, conflicts of interest, favoritism, failure to follow council decisions, and inappropriate staff interactions. Complaints investigated by an independent third party.


Answer: The District municipality of Chester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP); Municipal Planning Strategy, verified 2026-06-05.

Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP)

Summary: Comprehensive sustainability plan for the Municipality of the District of Chester developed through multi-year public engagement, covering environmental, social, and economic priorities. PDF states Adopted by Council on June 25, 2009.

Municipal Planning Strategy

Summary: Formally adopted planning strategy setting direction for future land use in Chester: residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial land use, as well as solid waste, sewage, and recreation service policies.

By-Laws and Policies Index

Summary: Index page for the Municipality of the District of Chester's by-laws and policies. Actual policy documents are stored in a Laserfiche portal repository and require JS to browse.


Answer: Chester, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia, quiet hours: Schedule A Part 2 activities prohibited before 7:00 a.m. and after 11:00 p.m. if audible at a point of reception; construction hours: Construction and operation of construction equipment prohibited before 7:00 a.m. and after 11:00 p.m. (Schedule A Part 2); exemptions: Emergency response; traditional/festive/religious activities; calls to worship; municipality/utility work 7am-9pm; organized park recreation 7am-11pm; off-highway vehicles at designated sites; generators during outages; fines: First offence $200; second $350; third or subsequent $500. Source: By-Law No. 9 — Noise, verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law No. 9 — Noise

Summary: Noise By-Law of the Municipality of the District of Clare, enacted under the Municipal Government Act to establish acceptable standards for sound and noise. Full signed PDF available.

Schedule A Part 2 activities prohibited before 7:00 a.m. and after 11:00 p.m. if audible at a point of reception

Construction and operation of construction equipment prohibited before 7:00 a.m. and after 11:00 p.m. (Schedule A Part 2)

Emergency response; traditional/festive/religious activities; calls to worship; municipality/utility work 7am-9pm; organized park recreation 7am-11pm; off-highway vehicles at designated sites; generators during outages

First offence $200; second $350; third or subsequent $500


Answer: In the District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia, leash rule: Owner/harbourer of any domestic animal who does not prevent it from going at large is liable to a penalty; licence required: False; licence fee: One-time registration fee $10 (includes dog tag); replacement tag at cost; leash rule: Running at large if off owner's premises and not on leash/harness under continuous restraint and control, or tethered so it can leave property boundaries. Source: By-Law No. 11 — Animals; Dog By-Law No. 12-2016, verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law No. 11 — Animals

Summary: Animal control by-law for the Municipality of Clare. Regulates keeping and control of animals within the municipality. Full PDF available.

Owner/harbourer of any domestic animal who does not prevent it from going at large is liable to a penalty

Dog By-Law No. 12-2016

Summary: Dog By-Law No. 12-2016 of the Municipality of the District of Clare. Covers dog licensing, leash and control requirements, and impoundment procedures.

One-time registration fee $10 (includes dog tag); replacement tag at cost

Running at large if off owner's premises and not on leash/harness under continuous restraint and control, or tethered so it can leave property boundaries


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Land Use By-law No. 27 (#27-02-2012, July 18, 2012), verified 2026-06-05.

Land Use By-law No. 27 (#27-02-2012, July 18, 2012)

Summary: Bilingual Land Use By-law (#27-02-2012) of the Municipality of the District of Clare, dated July 18, 2012, implementing the Municipal Planning Strategy. Divides the municipality into zones authorizing or prohibiting land uses.

Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law overview

Summary: Overview page for Clare's MPS and LUB. Revised drafts under public review as of 2026; community engagement underway.


Answer: In the District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia, standards: No person shall permit property to become partly demolished, decayed or deteriorated so as to be dangerous, unsightly or unhealthful, or permit ashes, junk, yard cleanings, vehicle/machinery bodies or other rubbish/refuse; enforcement: Committee instructs Clerk to serve notice to remedy; on failure within 30 days, Municipality may enter and remedy and recover cost as a debt; fines: $100-$1,000 and in default imprisonment 15 days to 3 months; each day a separate offence. Source: By-Law No. 14 — Dangerous and Unsightly Premises, verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law No. 14 — Dangerous and Unsightly Premises

Summary: Regulates dangerous and unsightly premises within the Municipality of Clare. Full PDF available for download.

No person shall permit property to become partly demolished, decayed or deteriorated so as to be dangerous, unsightly or unhealthful, or permit ashes, junk, yard cleanings, vehicle/machinery bodies or other rubbish/refuse

Committee instructs Clerk to serve notice to remedy; on failure within 30 days, Municipality may enter and remedy and recover cost as a debt

$100-$1,000 and in default imprisonment 15 days to 3 months; each day a separate offence


Answer: In the District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia, connection mandatory: True; billing basis: Frontage charge per lineal foot plus annual sewer service charge per unit value (Appendix C and D); fines: penalty not exceeding $250, or default imprisonment up to 1 month. Source: By-Law No. 23 — Sewer, verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law No. 23 — Sewer

Summary: Sewer by-law governing connections and use of the municipal sewer system in the Municipality of Clare. Full PDF available.

Frontage charge per lineal foot plus annual sewer service charge per unit value (Appendix C and D)

penalty not exceeding $250, or default imprisonment up to 1 month


Answer: In the District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia, sorting required: True; container or bag limit: Max 10 bags residual garbage (25 kg/bag); max 5 bags/containers recyclables (15 kg/bag) per collection day; accepted or banned: Banned from landfill: beverage containers, newsprint, cardboard, waste paint, HDPE/LDPE, compostable organics. Not collected: hazardous waste, sharps, asbestos, septic waste.. Source: Solid Waste Resource Collection and Disposal By-Law No. 08, verified 2026-06-05.

Solid Waste Resource Collection and Disposal By-Law No. 08

Summary: Municipality of Clare solid waste management bylaw covering garbage collection, recyclables, compostables and hazardous waste for residential, commercial and institutional premises across Clare.

Max 10 bags residual garbage (25 kg/bag); max 5 bags/containers recyclables (15 kg/bag) per collection day

Banned from landfill: beverage containers, newsprint, cardboard, waste paint, HDPE/LDPE, compostable organics. Not collected: hazardous waste, sharps, asbestos, septic waste.

s. 3(M)(i) — "shall separate solid waste at the time and place of generation"


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Trade and Licensing By-Law No. 13; Transient Motor Vehicle Vendors By-Law No. 28, verified 2026-06-05.

Trade and Licensing By-Law No. 13

Summary: Municipality of Clare bylaw requiring licences for auctioneers, hawkers, peddlers, book agents and itinerant traders operating in the district.

Transient Motor Vehicle Vendors By-Law No. 28

Summary: Municipality of Clare bylaw regulating transient motor vehicle vendors operating within the district.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Deed Transfer Tax By-Law No. 20, verified 2026-06-05.

Deed Transfer Tax By-Law No. 20

Summary: Municipality of Clare deed transfer tax bylaw (2022 version) establishing deed transfer tax on property transfers within the district per Municipal Government Act authority.


Answer: Clare, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

By-Laws index — Municipality of Clare

Summary: Official bylaws listing page for the Municipality of Clare, linking to individual by-law pages and PDFs including noise, animal, dog, unsightly premises, sewer, and land use by-laws.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Procurement Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Procurement Policy

Summary: Governs purchasing and procurement of goods and services for the Municipality of Clare. PDF filename indicates a 2025 signed version.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Ice and Snow Control Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Ice and Snow Control Policy

Summary: Establishes ice and snow removal procedures for municipal facilities including the Municipal Office, Clare Health Centre, Public Works Buildings, and Transfer Station. Requires clearing before staff arrival if >0.5 in snow or ice; managers monitor every 30 min and address ice within 1 hour.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 4 adopted policies on file: Abuse Prevention Policy; Council Remuneration Policy; Salary Administration Policy; Verbal Abuse Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Abuse Prevention Policy

Summary: Municipal policy governing abuse prevention for the Municipality of Clare.

Council Remuneration Policy

Summary: Establishes compensation and remuneration rates for elected council members in Clare.

Salary Administration Policy

Summary: Governs salary grades, ranges, and administration for municipal staff in Clare.

Verbal Abuse Policy

Summary: Governs the Municipality of Clare's response to verbal abuse directed at staff or council members.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Destruction of Documents Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Destruction of Documents Policy

Summary: Governs retention schedules and authorized destruction of municipal records for the Municipality of Clare.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 5 adopted policies on file: Flag Flying Policy; Naming of Public Lands and Municipal-Owned Facilities Policy; Presentation to Council Policy; Proclamation Policy; Social Media Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Flag Flying Policy

Summary: Governs which flags may be flown on municipal properties and under what circumstances in Clare.

Naming of Public Lands and Municipal-Owned Facilities Policy

Summary: Governs the process and criteria for naming public lands and municipal facilities in Clare.

Presentation to Council Policy

Summary: Establishes procedures for members of the public or organizations to make presentations to Clare council.

Proclamation Policy

Summary: Governs the issuance of municipal proclamations by the Municipality of Clare.

Social Media Policy

Summary: Governs use of social media by the Municipality of Clare and its staff.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Comfort Centres and Emergency Shelters Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Comfort Centres and Emergency Shelters Policy

Summary: Governs the establishment and operation of comfort centres and emergency shelters in the Municipality of Clare.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 3 adopted policies on file: Asset Management Policy; Asset Retirement Obligation Policy; Disposal of Surplus Asset Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Asset Management Policy

Summary: Governs asset management practices for municipal assets in the Municipality of Clare.

Asset Retirement Obligation Policy

Summary: Establishes accounting and reporting requirements for asset retirement obligations for the Municipality of Clare.

Disposal of Surplus Asset Policy

Summary: Establishes procedures for disposing of surplus municipal assets in Clare.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 3 adopted policies on file: Citizen Appointment Policy; Code of Ethics; Hospitality Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Citizen Appointment Policy

Summary: Governs the process and criteria for appointing citizens to municipal boards and committees in Clare.

Code of Ethics

Summary: Establishes ethical standards and conduct expectations for elected officials and staff of the Municipality of Clare.

Hospitality Policy

Summary: Governs the provision of hospitality (meals, refreshments) at municipal expense for the Municipality of Clare.


Answer: The District municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Road Naming Policy, verified 2026-06-05.

Road Naming Policy

Summary: Establishes criteria and procedures for naming new and existing roads in the Municipality of Clare.

Policies Index — Municipality of Clare

Summary: Index page listing 20 adopted municipal policies for the Municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia.


Answer: Clare, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the Town of Clark's Harbour, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; licence fee: One-time registration $10 (includes tag); replacement tag $5; leash rule: Off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control is running at large; on Town trails and sidewalks dogs must be leashed at all times. Source: Dog Control By-law No. 17, verified 2026-06-05.

Dog Control By-law No. 17

Summary: Dogs off-premises must be under continuous restraint; leashed on all town trails and sidewalks; fierce/dangerous dogs (including wolf-dog hybrids) muzzled off property; impound and barking provisions. Adopted at Second Reading May 3, 2023; mailed to Minister May 15, 2023.

One-time registration $10 (includes tag); replacement tag $5

Off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control is running at large; on Town trails and sidewalks dogs must be leashed at all times


Answer: The Town of Clark's Harbour, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Land Use By-law — Town of Clark's Harbour, verified 2026-06-05.

Land Use By-law — Town of Clark's Harbour

Summary: Divides town into four zones: Residential (R), Commercial (C), Industrial (M), Resource (O). All development requires a Development Permit. Sets setbacks, height limits, parking, and lot frontage rules by zone.


Answer: Clark's Harbour, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

Bylaws section — Town of Clark's Harbour website

Summary: Town of Clark's Harbour website lists only two bylaw pages: Dog Control and Land Use. No other bylaws published online.


Answer: The Town of Clark's Harbour, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Equity and Inclusion Plan; Updated Accessibility Plan 2025-2028, verified 2026-06-05.

Equity and Inclusion Plan

Summary: Adopted equity and inclusion plan for the Town of Clark's Harbour. Goals include anti-racism training for Council and staff, inclusive governance, community belonging, safe municipal spaces, and public accountability. Living document; review scheduled 2028.

Updated Accessibility Plan 2025-2028

Summary: Adopted accessibility plan for the Town of Clark's Harbour covering 2025-2028. Addresses goods and services, information and communications, transportation, employment, and built environment. Developed with input from the Accessibility Advisory Committee.


Answer: Clark's Harbour, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, construction hours: Heavy-equipment construction within 150m of a dwelling prohibited outside: Weekdays 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. (unless CAO exemption); exemptions: Emergency response/vehicles; businesses operating lawfully and appropriately; lawful recreation; community events; fines: First offence $300-$10,000; second $700-$10,000; third or subsequent $1,000-$10,000 (or imprisonment up to 1 year). Source: Neighbourhood Nuisance By-law — Chapter 2, verified 2026-06-05.

Neighbourhood Nuisance By-law — Chapter 2

Summary: Regulates neighbourhood nuisance including noise disturbances across the Municipality of the County of Colchester. Second Reading May 30, 2024.

Heavy-equipment construction within 150m of a dwelling prohibited outside: Weekdays 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. (unless CAO exemption)

Emergency response/vehicles; businesses operating lawfully and appropriately; lawful recreation; community events

First offence $300-$10,000; second $700-$10,000; third or subsequent $1,000-$10,000 (or imprisonment up to 1 year)


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; licence fee: Application fee as set in Municipal Fees Policy (amount not stated in by-law); fines: $1,000-$10,000 and imprisonment up to two months in default; licence required: True. Source: Commercial Dog Care and Kennel Facility By-law — Chapter 36; Dog By-law — Chapter 35; Livestock Control By-law — Chapter 14, verified 2026-06-05.

Commercial Dog Care and Kennel Facility By-law — Chapter 36

Summary: Establishes siting and design standards for commercial dog care and kennel facilities to moderate noise and ensure land-use compatibility. Approved by Council April 24, 2025.

Application fee as set in Municipal Fees Policy (amount not stated in by-law)

$1,000-$10,000 and imprisonment up to two months in default

Dog By-law — Chapter 35

Summary: Regulates dog registration (lifetime), leashing, and control within the Municipality of Colchester. Approved by Council March 27, 2024.

Lifetime registration fee as set in Municipal Fee Policy (amount not stated in by-law)

Off owner's premises without apparent restraint/control is running at large; in Development Areas dog must be on harness or leash off owner's property

penalty not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 90 days, or both

Livestock Control By-law — Chapter 14

Summary: Regulates keeping and control of livestock within the Municipality of the County of Colchester. Final reading September 25, 2024.

No livestock owner shall allow livestock to run at large on property not owned by them without permission; livestock off owner's property must be enclosed or securely tethered/held


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, permit required: False; allowed conditions: In Designated Fire Districts (Bible Hill etc.) outdoor fires prohibited unless in an Acceptable Fire Pit (max 1m wide) with spark arrestor, only clean dry wood/charcoal, >15 ft from buildings/property line, supervised by suitably-equipped adult, no nuisance; fines: First $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days). Source: Outdoor Fire By-law — Chapter 9, verified 2026-06-05.

Outdoor Fire By-law — Chapter 9

Summary: Regulates outdoor open fires including burn permits, prohibited conditions, and fire safety rules. Second Reading June 27, 2023.

In Designated Fire Districts (Bible Hill etc.) outdoor fires prohibited unless in an Acceptable Fire Pit (max 1m wide) with spark arrestor, only clean dry wood/charcoal, >15 ft from buildings/property line, supervised by suitably-equipped adult, no nuisance

First $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days)


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Colchester Land Use By-law — Chapter 40; Colchester Municipal Planning Strategy — Chapter 39, verified 2026-06-05.

Colchester Land Use By-law — Chapter 40

Summary: County-wide Land Use By-law establishing zoning designations, permitted uses, and development standards. First Reading 2025-02-27, Second Reading 2025-03-27.

Colchester Municipal Planning Strategy — Chapter 39

Summary: County-wide Municipal Planning Strategy guiding land use, development policy, and zoning framework. Second Reading 2025-03-27; effective 2025-06-12.


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, standards: Every owner must maintain property so it does not constitute Dangerous or Unsightly Premises as defined in s. 3(d) of the MGA; enforcement: Council follows Part XV of the MGA; Order to remedy (30 days first order, 7 days subsequent); Administrator/third party may perform work at owner's cost per s. 348 MGA; fines: First offence $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days). Source: Dangerous or Unsightly Procedures By-law — Chapter 21, verified 2026-06-05.

Dangerous or Unsightly Procedures By-law — Chapter 21

Summary: Regulates dangerous or unsightly premises, property maintenance, and enforcement procedures. Second Reading September 25, 2024.

Every owner must maintain property so it does not constitute Dangerous or Unsightly Premises as defined in s. 3(d) of the MGA

Council follows Part XV of the MGA; Order to remedy (30 days first order, 7 days subsequent); Administrator/third party may perform work at owner's cost per s. 348 MGA

First offence $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days)


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, sale or use restricted: Discharge restricted within the Village of Bible Hill: firecrackers prohibited; consumer fireworks only on Dec 31 and July 1 (concluded by 11pm, or 12:30am Jan 1), max 5 minutes; display fireworks require a permit; permit available: Display fireworks require a permit from the Fire Chief ($50 fee, 30 days notice, certified Fireworks Supervisor); CAO may grant exemptions from any provision. Source: Fireworks By-law — Chapter 15, verified 2026-06-05.

Fireworks By-law — Chapter 15

Summary: Regulates the use and discharge of fireworks within the Municipality of the County of Colchester. Second Reading November 30, 2023.

Discharge restricted within the Village of Bible Hill: firecrackers prohibited; consumer fireworks only on Dec 31 and July 1 (concluded by 11pm, or 12:30am Jan 1), max 5 minutes; display fireworks require a permit

Display fireworks require a permit from the Fire Chief ($50 fee, 30 days notice, certified Fireworks Supervisor); CAO may grant exemptions from any provision


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, billing basis: Fee per litre of septic waste disposed at the wastewater treatment plant, set in Municipal Fees Policy (plus annual company licensing fee); fines: $100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 90 days; connection mandatory: True. Source: Septic Waste Disposal By-law — Chapter 11; Sewer Use By-law — Chapter 29, verified 2026-06-05.

Septic Waste Disposal By-law — Chapter 11

Summary: Regulates the disposal of septic waste within the Municipality of the County of Colchester. Second Reading January 30, 2020.

Fee per litre of septic waste disposed at the wastewater treatment plant, set in Municipal Fees Policy (plus annual company licensing fee)

$100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 90 days

Sewer Use By-law — Chapter 29

Summary: Regulates the use of municipal sewers including discharge standards and connection requirements. Second Reading September 25, 2024.


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, sorting required: True; container or bag limit: not more than six (6) bags and/or containers; compostables shall be placed for collection in organics carts; accepted or banned: hazardous waste, sharps, pathological waste, asbestos, septic waste, hot ashes, dead animal carcasses larger than 10 kg, industrial waste. Source: Solid Waste By-law – Chapter 33, verified 2026-06-05.

Solid Waste By-law – Chapter 33

Summary: Regulates garbage, recycling and solid-waste collection in the Municipality of Colchester; sets collection rules, sorting requirements and related waste management standards. Dated September 2020.

not more than six (6) bags and/or containers; compostables shall be placed for collection in organics carts

hazardous waste, sharps, pathological waste, asbestos, septic waste, hot ashes, dead animal carcasses larger than 10 kg, industrial waste


Answer: In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; who must license: Any person who sells food, beverages, goods or amusements on Municipal lands; fee: [Mobile Food Service - $250.00] [Any other Vending Unit - $125.00]; renewal: temporary (seasonal) uses from April 1st to November 1st, on an annual basis. Source: Vendors By-law – Chapter 12, verified 2026-06-05.

Vendors By-law – Chapter 12

Summary: Governs vendors operating within the Municipality of Colchester, covering peddler and vendor permits. Dated April 2016.

Any person who sells food, beverages, goods or amusements on Municipal lands

[Mobile Food Service - $250.00] [Any other Vending Unit - $125.00]

temporary (seasonal) uses from April 1st to November 1st, on an annual basis


Answer: Colchester, Nova Scotia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-05.

By-laws Index — Municipality of Colchester

Summary: Full bylaws registry for the Municipality of the County of Colchester listing all adopted chapters with individually linked PDFs.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Purchasing and Tendering for Goods, Services and Construction Projects Policy 4883, verified 2026-06-05.

Purchasing and Tendering for Goods, Services and Construction Projects Policy 4883

Summary: Governs procurement and tendering processes for goods, services, and construction for the Municipality of Colchester. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 26, 2026.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Community Event Grants Policy 4865; Grants to Non-Profit Organizations Policy 4620, verified 2026-06-05.

Community Event Grants Policy 4865

Summary: Governs grants to community events. Date of Passage of Current Policy: March 26, 2026.

Grants to Non-Profit Organizations Policy 4620

Summary: Governs municipal grants to non-profit organizations. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 30, 2025 (amended).


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Occupational Health and Safety Policy 91, verified 2026-06-05.

Occupational Health and Safety Policy 91

Summary: Establishes occupational health and safety obligations for municipal employees and worksites. Date Amendment Approved: January 25, 2001 (originally June 26, 1997).


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Records Management Policy 97, verified 2026-06-05.

Records Management Policy 97

Summary: Sets standards for records management across municipal operations for the Municipality of the County of Colchester. PDF states no explicit passage date; adopts a 1996 provincial records management manual as the standard.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Communications Policy 4133; Public Participation Program Policy 3922, verified 2026-06-05.

Communications Policy 4133

Summary: Governs municipal communications and public engagement for the Municipality of Colchester. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 25, 2024.

Public Participation Program Policy 3922

Summary: Framework for public participation in municipal decision-making processes. Date of Passage of Current Policy: May 23, 2023.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 2 adopted policies on file: Fire and Emergency Services Protection Policy 3960; Small Flood Damage Reduction Projects Policy 4801, verified 2026-06-05.

Fire and Emergency Services Protection Policy 3960

Summary: Governs fire and emergency services protection delivery across the Municipality of the County of Colchester. Date Amended: June 27, 2023.

Small Flood Damage Reduction Projects Policy 4801

Summary: Governs municipal involvement in small-scale flood damage reduction projects, managed by the Flood Advisory Committee. Date of Passage of Current Policy: November 27, 2025.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 3 adopted policies on file: Asset Retirement Obligations Policy 3813; Expense Policy for CAO and Members of Council 4486; Investment and Internet Banking Policy 4861, verified 2026-06-05.

Asset Retirement Obligations Policy 3813

Summary: Establishes accounting and reporting standards for asset retirement obligations. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 26, 2023.

Expense Policy for CAO and Members of Council 4486

Summary: Sets expense reimbursement rules for the CAO and elected councillors of the Municipality of Colchester. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 30, 2025.

Investment and Internet Banking Policy 4861

Summary: Governs municipal investment activities and internet banking practices. Date of Passage of Current Policy: January 29, 2015.


Answer: The County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia has 1 adopted policy on file: Code of Conduct for Municipal Elected Officials Policy 4730, verified 2026-06-05.

Code of Conduct for Municipal Elected Officials Policy 4730

Summary: Establishes conduct standards for elected officials of the Municipality of Colchester. PDF states Date approved: November 25, 2024.


Answer: Colchester, Nova Scotia has no other policies & plans policy on record as of 2026-06-05.

Policies Index — Municipality of Colchester

Summary: Index page listing all adopted municipal policies for the Municipality of the County of Colchester, Nova Scotia. Roughly 80+ policies spanning governance, finance, infrastructure, emergency services, HR, communications, and more.


Answer: Colchester, Nova Scotia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-26.


Answer: In the County municipality of Cumberland, Nova Scotia, exemptions: Replaces s. 6(3): noise caused by the Municipality, Government of Canada, Province of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Power Inc., and telecommunication companies and their contractors/employees acting in the reasonable execution of their duties; quiet hours: Schedule A Part 4 activities (power tools for domestic purposes, chainsaws, yelling/shouting/screaming) prohibited before 6:00 a.m. and after 10:00 p.m.; fireworks prohibited before 6:00 p.m. and after Midnight (Part 3); exemptions: Emergency response; essential-services repair; festive/religious activities (Canada Day, New Year's Eve, religious holidays); calls to worship; municipality/utility work; lawful commercial/forestry/fishing/agriculture/permitted construction; organized park recreation (except 1am-6am); sanctioned community events; fines: $200-$2,000 and imprisonment up to 14 days; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days. Source: By-Law to Amend the Noise By-Law 23-01; Noise By-Law 09-01 (amended via 23-01, May 2023), verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law to Amend the Noise By-Law 23-01

Summary: 2023 amendment to Noise By-Law 09-01 for the Municipality of the County of Cumberland. Second Reading May 24, 2023; comes into force upon publication.

Replaces s. 6(3): noise caused by the Municipality, Government of Canada, Province of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Power Inc., and telecommunication companies and their contractors/employees acting in the reasonable execution of their duties

Noise By-Law 09-01 (amended via 23-01, May 2023)

Summary: Noise By-Law of the Municipality of the County of Cumberland (By-Law 09-01), amended in 2023 via By-Law 23-01. Second reading June 24, 2009.

Schedule A Part 4 activities (power tools for domestic purposes, chainsaws, yelling/shouting/screaming) prohibited before 6:00 a.m. and after 10:00 p.m.; fireworks prohibited before 6:00 p.m. and after Midnight (Part 3)

Emergency response; essential-services repair; festive/religious activities (Canada Day, New Year's Eve, religious holidays); calls to worship; municipality/utility work; lawful commercial/forestry/fishing/agriculture/permitted construction; organized park recreation (except 1am-6am); sanctioned community events

$200-$2,000 and imprisonment up to 14 days; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days


Answer: In the County municipality of Cumberland, Nova Scotia, leash rule: Running at large if off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control, tethered so it can leave property boundaries, or on the travelled portion/shoulder of a public road not under harness or leash; fines: $200-$5,000 and imprisonment up to 30 days; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days; leash rule: Livestock not on property owned/leased/rented/utilized by the owner and not under continuous restraint and control is deemed at large; owner must take all reasonable steps to prevent escape; fines: First offence $100-$1,000; second $200-$2,000; subsequent $500-$5,000; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days. Source: Canine Control By-Law 20-01; Livestock Control By-Law 20-02, verified 2026-06-05.

Canine Control By-Law 20-01

Summary: Regulates licensing, leashing, and control of dogs in the Municipality of the County of Cumberland. Second reading January 15, 2020.

Running at large if off owner's premises without continuous restraint and control, tethered so it can leave property boundaries, or on the travelled portion/shoulder of a public road not under harness or leash

$200-$5,000 and imprisonment up to 30 days; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days

Livestock Control By-Law 20-02

Summary: Regulates keeping and control of livestock in the Municipality of the County of Cumberland. Final reading June 3, 2020.

Livestock not on property owned/leased/rented/utilized by the owner and not under continuous restraint and control is deemed at large; owner must take all reasonable steps to prevent escape

First offence $100-$1,000; second $200-$2,000; subsequent $500-$5,000; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days


Answer: In the County municipality of Cumberland, Nova Scotia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (provincial Burning Permit); fire chief may extinguish non-compliant fires; allowed conditions: Open air fire permitted only with a valid NS DNR Burning Permit (fire >=30m from adjacent properties, authorized, attended, suppression accessible) or specified exceptions: campfires (<=75cm wide >=9m from dwellings, or <=120cm wide >=30m), recreational outdoor wood burning appliances, agricultural/training/distress fires; fines: $200-$10,000; plus $500 if a fire department is dispatched; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days. Source: Open Air Burning By-Law 21-06; Outdoor Wood Burning Appliances By-Law 06-12, verified 2026-06-05.

Open Air Burning By-Law 21-06

Summary: Prohibits hazardous open air fires and prevents nuisance from open burning in densely populated areas of the Municipality of the County of Cumberland. Final reading December 22, 2021.

Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (provincial Burning Permit); fire chief may extinguish non-compliant fires

Open air fire permitted only with a valid NS DNR Burning Permit (fire >=30m from adjacent properties, authorized, attended, suppression accessible) or specified exceptions: campfires (<=75cm wide >=9m from dwellings, or <=120cm wide >=30m), recreational outdoor wood burning appliances, agricultural/training/distress fires

$200-$10,000; plus $500 if a fire department is dispatched; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days

Outdoor Wood Burning Appliances By-Law 06-12

Summary: Regulates outdoor wood burning appliances (e.g. outdoor furnaces) in the Municipality of the County of Cumberland. Final reading November 22, 2006.

Outdoor wood burning appliance may be installed/operated only if not prohibited by the Land Use By-Law, located >=100m from any occupied building on other property (or with written consent), 5m clearance all directions, manufacturer instructions followed, not on a wooden deck/combustible platform

$200-$5,000 per offence; $100 payment in lieu within 14 days