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Vote October 16-26

Voting for all eligible voters in the City of Owen Sound is available 24 hours per day during the voting period beginning at 10AM on October 16 to 8PM October 26. 

Have your Voter Information Letter ready. 

To vote by internet, visit https://owensound.simplyvoting.com

To vote by telephone, call 1-833-721-1791 

Election Centres are available throughout the Voting Period. Click here to learn more. 

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Planning Act Applications and How To Apply

Anyone wishing to place a building or structure on their property from a deck or garden shed to a new shopping plaza or apartment building should contact the Planning and Heritage Division to ensure the proposal is permitted and located appropriately. Each application is evaluated on its merits and compliance with applicable laws.

Please use the City's Development Application Guidelines to inform and assist you through the Planning Act application and approvals process.

Be advised, as of July 1, 2025, our Planning Application fees have changed.  An updated list of our fees can be found here. The City's Fees and Charges By-law can be found in its entirety on our By-laws and Policies webpage.

 

Please consult with the Planning and Heritage Division prior to making any submission.

All Planning Act Applications for the City of Owen Sound are now submitted through the online portal called Cloudpermit.

The Cloudpermit planning system will allow you to apply for, and to see the status of, your application anywhere, at any time. You will be able to start an application and finish it later and receive email updates on the status of your application. 

To start, create your Cloudpermit account by visiting the Cloudpermit platform here. Once registered, you can apply for planning act applications and track their progress online.

For more information about this system, visit our Building and Renovation page or check out  Cloudpermit Support for instructions on the basics.

Need additional assistance or a PDF copy of an application form? Contact osplanning@owensound.ca 

General Information, Planning Application Form A.0 

Development Charges Exemption, Planning Application Form B.1

Complete the Property Inquiry Request Form and submit your cheque via mail or drop off in person at City Hall (808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4).

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Owen Sound, ON
N4K 2H4
Phone: 519-376-1440
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