Road Permits/Applications

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The Public Works Department oversees various permits and applications specific to road operations. All applicable permits must be issued and applicable fees paid prior to an applicant proceeding with any work on Town property. Once received, we review the application for consideration. Processing time is 5-10 business days. Fees associated with permits and applications are included in the Fees and Charges By-Law.

Temporary Road Closure/Usage Application

A road closure may be needed for community events, repairs, or infrastructure improvements. If you require a temporary road closure, you are required to fill out an Application for Temporary Road Closure/Usage.
You must obtain a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the Township as additional insured in order for your application to be considered for approval.
You must submit your application at least 60 days prior to your proposed event.
If your Temporary Road Closure involves a District Road, please fill out an application with the District of Muskoka and direct inquiries to their Engineering and Public Works Department at 705-645-6764.

Entrance Permits

How to Apply

Complete an Application for an Entrance Permit
Submit your completed application and required documents to the Public Works Department at the municipal office
Pay the required performance bond.

Fee

A $500 performance bond is required when applying for an entrance permit. A refund of $200 will be returned when the municipality has approved the installed entrance. The remaining $300 is kept for the permit fee.

To request an entrance permit on a District Road, contact the District of Muskoka Engineering and Public Works Department at 705-645-6764.

Sign Permit

To install a sign on a Township road, you may be required to apply for a sign permit. For more details on sign regulations see By-Law 2018-30 or contact the Public Works Department at 705-765-3156 for information.

How to Apply

Complete an Application for a Sign Permit.
Submit your completed application and required documents to the Public Works Department at the municipal office

Contact the Public Works Department at 705-765-3156 for more information.

To request a sign permit on a District road, contact the District of Muskoka Engineering and Public Works Department at 705-645-6764.

911 Civic Application

All properties in Muskoka Lakes are required to have a 911 address. These numbers and blue reflective signs are your assurance that your property can be located in the event of an emergency.

If your land is undeveloped but is accessed for other purposes (hunting, camping, etc.), or if you are clearing trees for a future build, a 911 sign is required so that Emergency Services can find the property quickly.

If you are applying for a building or entrance permit and there is not already a number assigned, please request one from Public Works before starting any work on the property. A site plan showing the entrance location is required.

If your property is on a private road, please ensure that any changes to the road’s structure or entrances are reported to the Township in order to ensure that the proper civic address sequence is maintained.

Installation

Your 911 number plate must be installed in a prominent location to be clearly visible from the primary access point to your residence (road or water). View our installation guidelines for more details.

Fee

You can purchase a new or replacement 911 civic address blade and post from the Public Works Department during regular operating hours. The following rates apply:

Blade: $20.00
Post: $30.00

Contact the Public Works Department by email at 705-765-3156 for information.