News & Notices

Notice of a Public Hearing for a Minor Variance Application No. B6-24

TAKE NOTICE that an application has been submitted for a Consent application on the properties known legally as ON 9 W PT LOT 26 & PLAN 51M310 BLK 9 & 10, municipally known as 4992 25th Sideroad & 5002 25th Sideroad, respectively. The subject properties are zoned Rural (RL) and Environmental Protection (EP). The applicant is seeking consent for a minor boundary adjustment between the properties known as 4992 & 5002 25th Sideroad. The property known as 4992 25th Sideroad has a lot area of 10.983 hectares, and the property known as 5002 25th Sideroad has a lot area of 10.324 hectares. The applicant is proposing to transfer a large portion of land from 4992 25th Sideroad to 5002 25th Sideroad, resulting in a lot area of approximately 1.0 hectares, and 20.0 hectares, respectively.

Notice of a Public Hearing for a Minor Variance Application No. A10-24

TAKE NOTICE that an application has been submitted for a Minor Variance application on the lands known legally as ESSA PT RD ALLOW RP 51R8834; PART 1, municipally known 28 Centre Street. The subject property is zoned Residential, Low Density, Detached (R1). The applicant is seeking relief from Section 17 of Essa Township’s Zoning By-law for a reduced front yard setback, rear yard setback, and exterior side yard setback. The applicant is proposing to construct a new house on an existing vacant corner lot.

Notice of a Public Hearing for a Minor Variance Application No. A11-24

TAKE NOTICE that an application has been submitted for a Minor Variance application on the lands known legally as CON 9 PT LOT 11 AND RP;51R32926 PART 2 AND RP;51R35091 PART 1, municipally known 6321 9th Line. The subject property is zoned Agricultural (A). The applicant is seeking relief from Section 4.38.3a), f), g) and Section 6.2g) of Essa Township’s Zoning By-law to allow for a new SFD to be constructed while one exists and to convert the existing SFD to an Additional Residential Unit (ARU), which will exceed the maximum allowable size for an ARU, the maximum distance an ARU can be located from a primary dwelling, and to allow the ARU to have a basement.

Employment Opportunity: Winter Patroller/Labourer (Seasonal Contract)

The Township of Essa is seeking a Plow Truck Operator for the winter season (October 2024 to April 2025). This full-time, seasonal position involves patrolling and plowing roads on a 40-hour per week basis, with call-ins and variable shifts depending on weather. Candidates must hold a valid DZ license and have 1-4 years of experience in snow removal operations. The wage range is $24.17 to $28.43 per hour, with no benefits. Applicants should send resumes and driver’s abstracts to Athena Piskopos, Executive Assistant/HR Coordinator, at apiskopos@essatownship.on.ca.

Official Plan Review

The Township is now developing a new Official Plan to update policies and align with current provincial guidelines and community interests.

Announcing the Township of Essa's Fall 2024 Recreation Guide

The Township of Essa is thrilled to announce the launch of the new Fall 2024 Recreation Guide, designed to offer residents and visitors diverse, engaging, and enriching activities for the upcoming season. This comprehensive guide is now available online. 

NOTICE - 5th Line Bridge (Bridge No. 09) Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class Environmental Assessment: Study Completion

Update: New Playground at Maplewood Community Park

NOTICE OF A Case Management Conference (CMC) conducted by the Ontario Land Tribunal pursuant to the PLANNING ACT concerning ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT (Z1-23)