By-law Enforcement is responsible for enforcing Municipal By-laws to ensure a safe, quiet and enjoyable community for all residents. We are also here as a resource if you have questions or concerns relating to By-laws or other enforcement issues.
Our By-law Enforcement Officer investigates noise complaints, property standards issues, littering and dumping, parking and other matters concerning the Municipality of West Perth.
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You can report a possible by-law violation by completing the By-law Infraction Form or by contacting the By-law Enforcement Officer. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
What you can expect when making a by-law complaint:
- You will be required to give your name, address, phone number and/or email address.
- You will then be asked for the details of the concern (where, when, what, how, who)
- The complaint will be investigated
- Please be patient, enforcement is a process and can take time
Any information you give us will remain confidential unless disclosure is required by law. The Clerk has the responsibility of determining whether to release any by-law information in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Unless the matter goes to court, your name, address and telephone number will be kept confidential. Should the matter proceed to court, it is likely necessary for you to attend as a witness to the violation.
Anonymous complaints will not be investigated unless they are an immediate health and safety risk.
A courtesy warning is often issued on a first offence (not applicable to all regulatory by-laws such as those relating to parking infractions). Subsequent or continued violations may result in fines or court proceedings.
If immediate assistance is required outside of our regular hours, please contact OPP at (519) 348-8700 (non-emergencies only).
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The Municipality of West Perth actively enforces its Parking By-law to ensure order and safety for vehicles, pedestrians and residents.
Common examples of parking infractions:
- Parking outside of marked space;
- Parking/Stopping a vehicle on/over a sidewalk;
- Parking/Stopping within 4-metres of a fire hydrant;
- Parking/Stopping on a private property;
- Parking on any street between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. inclusive between November 1st and March 31st;
- Parking in excess of 2 hour maximum limit;
- Parking/Stopping in designated handicap space without a valid permit;
- Parking in any area designated as "No Parking";
- Parking/Stopping in a designated fire route.
| I just received a ticket, what are my options? |
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1. Pay the fine
Early payment within 7 days of infraction or voluntary payment of set fine within 15-days of infraction
In person: Pay cash, cheque or debit at the Municipal Office during regular business hours.
2. Request a trial
If you intend to plead not guilty - you may fill out the Notice of Intention to Appear and mail to or drop off at the Municipal office within 15 days of infraction.
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| What happens if I don't pay my ticket? |
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If payment has not been made within 15-days of the date of infraction or request for trial has not been made, the owner of the vehicle plate will receive a Notice of Impending Conviction (NIC) Letter in the mail. If payment has not been received by the date indicated on the NIC letter, the ticket will be sent to the Provincial Offences Court and all payments must be completed through the Court. Additional administrative charges will be applied.
Note: Failure to pay your parking ticket once it has been sent to the Court will result in the inability to renew your license plate sticker until outstanding fines have been paid.
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