Safeguard Awareness Community Event The Nottawasaga OPP Detachment and Township of Essa are hosting an informative session for business and property owners to attend on January 27, 2025 at the Angus Recreation Centre (Arena). This session aims to provide provide practical advice and tools that will assist in safeguarding your home, property and business from theft and fire.

Notice of Public Meeting Concerning Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z2-25 Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z2-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed zoning changes, including defining "In-law Suites" and updated lot coverage rules for ARUs. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.

Notice of Public Meeting Concerning Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z1-25 Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z1-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed changes to the Zoning By-law, including rezoning properties, updated childcare definitions, and revisions to school parking standards. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.

Notice of the Passing of a Temporary Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z3-24 Notice of Passing: Temporary Zoning By-law Amendment (Z3-24) The Township of Essa has passed By-law No. 2025-02 on January 15, 2025, temporarily rezoning 253 Barrie Street to permit a real estate office on the first floor of the existing home for up to three years, ending January 15, 2028. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be filed by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., along with the required fees. For details or to file an appeal, contact plan@essatownship.on.ca or call 705-424-9770.

Notice of the Passing of a Temporary Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z2-24 Notice of the Passing of a Temporary Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z2-24 The Township of Essa passed By-law No. 2025-03 on January 15, 2025, introducing housekeeping changes to Zoning By-law 2003-50, affecting all lands within the Township. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be submitted by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., including required fees. Appeals can be filed via plan@essatownship.on.ca or the OLT E-Service portal. For more information, contact 705-424-9770 or plan@essatownship.on.ca.