The Municipality of South Huron's By-Law Enforcement team is committed to serving, protecting and providing a desirable quality of life for residents and visitors. South Huron's By-Law Enforcement department deals with issues such as:
- Parking Enforcement;
- Licensing and Permit Services;
- Property Standards;
- Animal Services;
The by-law department operates on a complaint basis by following the by-law complaint process. When a complaint is received, it is investigated and appropriate action(s) are taken.
You can contact the Clerk's Office at (519) 235-0310 for more information regarding Municipal By-Law Enforcement services.
By-Law Enforcement Officer
At times residents may act in a way that is offensive to others. The Municipal By-Law Enforcement Officer investigates concerns such as noise complaints (e.g. barking dogs, loud music), littering/dumping, fences, portable signs, and other matters that are addressed by municipal by-laws.
Our Municipal By-Law Enforcement objectives are:
- to increase public awareness of the municipality's current by-laws
- to assist residents to become more familiar with their responsibilities and rights as property owners or tenants
- to achieve compliance with our by-laws through education rather than fines
By-Law Enforcement Framework
Council received a By-Law Services Strategy Review at their September 21, 2021 Committee of the Whole Meeting. This review outlined the Municipality's By-Law Enforcement Framework which is based an enforcement continuum that focuses on voluntary compliance, education, and outreach. A service level matrix was also included as part of the By-Law Services Strategy Review.
How to make a complaint
By-law infraction complaints can be submitted in person at the Municipal Office located at 322 Main Street South, Exeter. Complaints can also be submitted using the online Report A Problem form. The Municipality requires a written complaint with contact information for follow-up. Depending on the nature of the offence, you may be asked to provide evidence and/or to appear as a witness in any court proceeding pertaining to the complaint made.
