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Active Zoning Amendment Applications
The following list contains the current Zoning Amendment applications for the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley. For information on current development applications, please contact the Planning Department at 613-267-6500 ext. 232.
ZA 26-05 1394706 Ontario Inc
Subject Lands: Lots 22-42, Plan 27M107 Lot 7, Concession 1, Drummond
Public Meeting Date: May 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
THE PURPOSE OF THE BY-LAW IS to amend the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2012-060 to remove the holding provision from the subject lands. The removal of the Holding (h) symbol will permit the development of Phase 2 of the subdivision. Upon removal of the Holding provision, the lands will be zoned Residential Exception 15 (R-15).
PURPOSE OF THE HOLDING PROVISION: On February 11, 2025, Township Council passed By-law No. 2025-003, a Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone a portion of the subject lands. The amendment rezoned 26 residential lots from Rural to Residential Exception 15 – Holding (R-15-h), and an additional 26 lots from Rural to Residential Exception 15 (R-15), to facilitate the phased development of a 52-lot subdivision. By-law No. 2025-003 stipulates that the Holding (h) provision shall remain in place until the performance review outlined in the Hydrogeological Study is completed to the satisfaction of the Township.
COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW UPDATE ZA-26-04
Notice of Public Open House and Public Meeting
Applicant: The Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley
Location: Township Wide
Purpose and Effect of the Application
In 2025, the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley concluded a review and update to the Official Plan. The Official Plan update included such matters as ensuring conformity with Provincial and County policies, responding to changes in planning trends, and addressing housekeeping matters. The Township is now undertaking an update to its Comprehensive Zoning By-law and Zoning Schedules to implement the policies in its updated Official Plan and to address other housekeeping matters.
Proposed policy changes include provisions for hobby farms, accessory buildings, backyard hens, cabins, decks within waterbody setbacks, definitions, and other housekeeping matters. Updates to aggregate mapping and the zoning of existing subdivisions are also proposed. The Comprehensive Zoning By-law update applies to lands throughout the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley.
The draft Zoning By-law will be on the Township’s website www.dnetownship.ca on April 7th, 2026. Paper copies will be available at the Township Office upon request.
Public Open House
May 5th, 2026 - 5pm – 7pm
Municipal Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road
The Open House is being held to allow members of the public to ask questions in an informal setting related to the draft Zoning By-law Update. If you are unable to attend the Open House and would like to provide feedback on the draft Zoning By-law Update, the Township will be accepting comments until May 6th, 2026. Please submit your comments by mail 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth ON, K7H 3C7 or by e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Public Meeting
May 12th, 2026 – 3pm
Municipal Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road
This Public Meeting is an opportunity for members of the public to learn more about the proposed changes to the Zoning by-law, ask questions, and/or make statements either in favour of, or in opposition to, the proposed changes. If you have questions, you are encouraged to contact the Planner directly in advance of the meeting as they may be able to answer your questions.
How to Participate in the Statutory Public Meeting
- Attend the meeting in person. Any member of the public who wish to speak will be given the opportunity to do so.
- Submit written comments to the Township by mail 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth ON, K7H 3C7 or by e- mail to the Township Planner. Comments will form part of the public record and will be circulated to Council and staff. Please be aware that if you are submitting correspondence to the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley regarding this application, your name, contact information, and communications may become part of the public record that will be available to the general public pursuant to the Planning Act and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy
How to Stay Informed
If you wish to be notified of the Decision of Council of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, you must make a written request to the Planner for the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley by mail 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth ON, K7H 3C7 or by e-mail.
For more information about this application, including information about appeal rights, please contact Brady McGlade, Planner for the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley.
Other Information
If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the Council for the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
DATED at the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley this 7th April, 2026.
Brady McGlade, Planner, RPP, MCIP
Planner
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley
310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth, K7H 3C7
Phone: 613 267 6500 ext. 230
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ZA-26-03 1000154782 Ontario Inc
Subject Lands: Part 1 of 27R-10308, Lot 1 Concession 9, Drummond
Public Meeting: 3:00 pm on April 7th 2026
The purpose of the application:
Change the zoning of the property from Rural (RU) to Rural Exception (RU-X) with the following site-specific provisions proposed:
- Notwithstanding Section 4.1.1 of this By-law, a maximum of two (2) additional residential units (ARUs) shall be permitted within the principal dwelling. Additional residential units shall not be permitted within an accessory use or building.
The Township of Drummond / North Elmsley intends to participate in one or more procurements conducted by Local Authority Services (LAS) between January 2026 to December 2026. For further information and access to LAS request for proposal (RFP) notices, please review the website at www.las.on.ca.
Other Permits
Building Services Contact Information
Peter Echlin, CBO
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Rick Patterson, Building Inspector
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 213
Kyra Dobbie, Development Services Clerk
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 232
Renovations to existing dwellings or adding an additional residential unit (ARU) may reduce the performance level of the sewage system in the following situations:
- the number of bedrooms in the dwelling are increased
- the proposed construction exceeds 15 percent of the gross area of the dwelling unit
- new plumbing fixtures are added to the dwelling, or
- if the addition or ARU, expansion, alteration or change proposed encroaches upon the sewage system or any of its components, or area required for future replacement
If any of the above applies and the results show that the daily design sewage flow of the dwelling exceeds the capacity of the sewage system components, then the system must be upgraded to accommodate the increased flow rate.
Other structures, including garages (attached or detached), swimming pools or buildings that may reduce the performance level due to their proximity to the sewage system, are also included in the requirements for an application if they are within a 15 metre distance.
Applicants who propose the foregoing must apply for a Sewage System Maintenance Inspection to the Township for approval prior to applying for the municipal building permit. The fee is found here.
The Township assumed responsibility for septic inspections on October 1, 2022. Before that date Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit was responsible for septic inspections.
To request a file search related to a private sewage disposal system Installed after 1973 please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
In your inquiry, please include the property owner’s name, property address, and the approximate date of the installation.
Please note that we are not always able to provide you with records.
| Septic Applications | Permit Fee |
|---|---|
| Sewage System Permit - For private sewage systems with flows up to 10,000 litres/day1 | $850.00 |
| Tertiary Sewage System Permit - Require Maintenance Agreement (for annual inspection)2 | $850.00 |
| Permit Renewal/Revision with no inspection | $65.00 |
| Permit Renewal/Revision with site inspection | $220.00 |
| Third Party Certificates | $65.00 |
| Maintenance Inspections - including septic tank replacement only, alterations, Class 2 & 3 sewage systems | $385.00 |
| Site Inspections - minor variances/zoning by-laws/building renovations/septic re-inspections | $220.00 |
| Severance Applications First lot Subsequent lots |
$443.00 $180.00 |
| Subdivision Plan Review Non Communal Sewage Systems |
$215.00 per lot up to a maximum fee of $5,000.00 plus 13% HST |
| File Searches | $125.00 |
1 - The Ministry of the Environment will be responsible for sewage works where the design capacity is in excess of 10,000 litres/day under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
2 - Tertiary Treatment Systems (Level 4 Treatment) are Ecoflo, Eljen, Waterloo Biofilter, ATL, EnviroSeptic, Norweco, and Biomicrobics and require Maintenance Agreements upon installation completion.
Payment Options
- Cash
- Cheque
- Debit
- E-transfer payments can be arranged by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Advanced Septic Systems Required Maintenance
Some properties will have advanced septic systems, also referred to as alternate systems, and tertiary units. These systems are different than conventional septic systems and can more effectively treat private sewage on small lots, in areas with high groundwater tables or other factors. Because of their advanced design, these systems are required under the Ontario Building Code to receive annual maintenance by a qualified and licensed contractor to ensure they continue to operate properly.
Please note section 8.9.2.3 of the Ontario Building Code states:
“(2) No person shall operate a treatment unit other than a septic tank unless the person has entered into an agreement whereby servicing and maintenance of the treatment unit and its related components will be carried out by the person who, . . . (b) Is authorized by the manufacturer to service and maintain that type of treatment unit.”
Property Owner’s Requirements for Advanced Septic Systems
You are responsible for the care and maintenance of your septic system. Your septic system is required by Ontario regulations to have a valid maintenance contract with a licensed manufacturer or service provider renewed each year.
Property owners must renew/renegotiate a service contract. Your service provider will inform us that your account is in good standing order, which means that it is clear of any service suspensions.
Please note that if change of property ownership occurs, the current property owner must disclose to the prospective purchaser the existing treatment unit contract and advise the service provider of the impending sale and the name of the new owner.
This diagram depicts sanitary sewage effluent that is being picked up in the perimeter weeping tile surrounding the house and is being drained into the internal sump pit in the building. This may indicate a break in the pipe between the building and the tank, which would cause the sanitary sewage to leak into the foundation backfill and into the weeping tile.
A cause of sanitary sewage backup into a building is blockage of the pipes in the sanitary sewage system. If the sewage is backing up into the building the septic tank must be opened and examined. If the liquid level in the tank is below the level of the inlet pipe, then there is a blockage between the building and the inlet of the tank. A plumbing contractor can remove this type of blockage using a plumbing snake.
If the level of sanitary sewage in the tank is above the inlet pipe, the blockage is on the outlet side of the tank and may be in the tile bed. A high level of sewage within the tank could also indicate that the entire leaching bed is saturated and that the ground can no longer absorb the liquid.
The saturation of a leaching bed is one of the most serious causes of malfunction of a septic system. Saturation occurs when the receiving soil surrounding the leaching bed cannot accept any more effluent. Blockage is usually caused by clogging of the soil by the Biomat which is created under the tile trench.
Types of Septic Permits and How to Apply
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Septic Services
Septic/Building Services Contact Information
Peter Echlin, CBO
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 240
Rick Patterson, Building Inspector
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 213
Kyra Dobbie, Development Services Clerk
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 232
The Planning Department is there to help guide the way the Township grows and is responsible for ensuring the orderly development of both the rural areas and our hamlets. Land use planning is a process which ensures that land and resources are effectively managed and that growth occurs in a manner that the community desires. The planning process is governed by the Province’s Planning Act, and it is the Township’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law which are the daily tools we use to promote attractive and sustainable development while limiting negative impacts on people, neighbours and the environment.
Planning Department Contact Information
Brady McGlade, Planner
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 230
Kyra Dobbie, Development Services Clerk
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Phone: 613-267-6500 ext. 232
Apply for a building or demolition permit using the online portal
Apply for a building or demolition permit using the PDF form
Septic Services
Other Permits & Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
Building Services Team
Peter Echlin
Chief Building Official
613-267-6500 ext. 240
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Rick Patterson
Building Inspector
613-267-6500 ext. 213
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Kyra Dobbie
Development Services Clerk
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Permit Fees
| Building Permit Fee Schedule Excerpt From Tariff of Fees | |
|---|---|
| Residential Permits (Group C) | Permit Fee |
| New construction for residential and seasonal use. Includes plumbing, additions, renovations, accessory buildings and repair & replacement | $15.00 per $1000.00 for the first $100,000.00 and $7.50 per $1000.00 over $100,000.00 of Construction Value* Minimum permit fee is $150.00 |
| Assembly, Commercial, & Industrial (Group A,B,D,E,F) | Permit Fee |
| New construction, additions and renovations of Assembly, Commercial and Industrial buildings. Includes plumbing and accessory buildings | $15.00 per $1000.00 for the first $100,000.00 and $7.50 per $1000.00 over $100,000.00 of Construction Value Minimum permit fee $250.00 |
| Farm Structure ** | Permit Fee |
| Farm structure Up to 1500 sq. ft. Includes alteration or repair of existing | $8.00 per $1000.00 of Construction Value |
| Farm Structure 1501 to 6450 sq. ft. | $10.00 per $1000.00 for the first $100,000.00 and $5.00 per $1000.00 over $100,000.00 of Construction Value |
| Farm Structure Greater than 6450sq. ft. | $12.00 per $1000.00 for the first $100,000.00 and $5.00 per $1000.00 over $100,000.00 of Construction Value |
| Miscellaneous | Permit Fee |
| Solid Fuel Appliance (Wood stove, fireplace, outdoor boiler) | $150.00 |
| Swimming Pool | $150.00 |
| Demolition Permit | $150.00 |
| Plumbing Alteration | $150.00 |
| Hydronic Heating | $150.00 |
| Rooftop Solar Projects (Residential) | $15.00 per $1000.00 of Construction Value Minimum permit fee $150.00 |
| Transfer of Permit to New Owner | $100.00 |
| Conditional Permit | $150.00 and Signed Agreement |
| Re-activation of Permit | $150.00 + $100.00/Inspection |
| Change of Use | $15 per $1,000 for the first $100,000 and $7.50 per $1,000 over $100,000 of construction value Minimum permit fee is $150.00 |
| Investigations/Construct Without Permit or Authorization | Permit Fee |
| Discretionary surcharge for commencing construction without a permit or authorization | Additional 100% of Permit Fee |
*Construction value based upon current Construction Index of Eastern Ontario
**As defined in the Ontario Building Code
Download a copy of the Building Permit Fees
Septic Fees
| Sewage System Permit - For private sewage systems with flows up to 10,000 litres/day1 | $850.00 |
|---|---|
| Tertiary Sewage System Permit - Require Maintenance Agreement (for annual inspection)2 | $850.00 |
| Permit Renewal/Revision with no inspection | $65.00 |
| Permit Renewal/Revision with site inspection | $220.00 |
| Third Party Certificates | $65.00 |
| Site Inspections – including Septic Tank Replacement Only, Alterations, Class 2 & 3 Sewage Systems. | $385.00 |
| Maintenance Inspections Minor Variances/Zoning By-Laws/Building Renovations/Septic Re-inspections | $220.00 |
| Mandatory Septic Inspections | $0.00 |
| Severance Applications: | |
| First lot | $443.00 |
| Subsequent lots | $180.00 |
| Subdivision Plan Review | $215.00 per lot up to a max. fee of $5,000.00 + 13% HST |
| File Searches | $125.00 |
Note #1: The Ministry of the Environment will be responsible for sewage works where the design capacity is in excess of 10,000 litres/day under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
Other fees that may be applicable:
Township Development Charges:
| Residential | Green Energy | Non-Residential | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single & Semi Detached Dwelling | Other Multiples | Apartments - 2 Bedrooms + | Apartments - Bachelor & 1 Bedroom | Special Care/Special Dwelling Units | (per 500kW generating Capacity) | (per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area) |
| $6,355 | $4,788 | $3,578 | $2,597 | $2,449 | $4,595 | $2.49 |
Lanark County Development Charges : $1,036.00
Civic Address Sign : $120.00
Township Entrance Permit : $1,000 ($900 refundable deposit). For entrance onto a County road contact Lanark County at 613-267-4200
Electrical Permit see Electrical Safety Authority (1-877-372-7233)
Conservation Authority Permits
- Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority 613-253-0006 X 244
- Rideau Valley Conservation Authority 613-267-5353 X 131
Occupancy Groups
- Group A Occupancy – Assembly Occupancy
- Group B Occupancy – Care or Detention
- Group C Occupancy – Residential Occupancy
- Group D Occupancy – Business and Personal Service Occupancy Group E Occupancy – Mercantile Occupancy
- Group F Occupancy – Industrial Occupancy