Applications, Licences and Permits

The Township of Brock issues a variety of different applications, licences and permits to help you access municipal services. Whether you want to apply for a lottery licence, marriage licence or tax rebate, we can help you find what you need through the application process.

Animal Licences

We issue dog licences, exotic animal licences, doggie day care licences and kennel permits to regulate animals within the Township of Brock. Learn how to apply for each licence and explore our animal services.

Building Permits

If you're renovating your home, building a deck or porch, or putting in a pool, you will need a building permit. Learn how to get a building permit and start your next home renovation project today.

Burn Permits and Fireworks

To have an open air or recreational fire in the Township of Brock, you need a burn permit. Find out the burning regulations and apply for a permit.

If you want to sell or discharge fireworks, you need to apply for a firework permit. Learn about the application process.

Business Licences and Permits

If you are opening a business in the Township of Brock, you may need to apply for a business licence. For instance, we offer taxi licences, limousine licences, food truck licences and more. Review our business licences.

Road and Parking Permits

We issue a variety of roadway permits, including parking permits, road occupancy permits and roadway entrance permits and consents. Review the requirements and find out what permit you need.

Seasonal Berthing Permits

We issue seasonal berthing permits for both Beaverton and Thorah Island harbours.  These berthing spaces are limited and there is a waiting list for them. Please contact the Township of Brock to inquire about a space.  Only once a space has been confirmed and an invoice has been issued to you for the fees, the invoice can be paid online and the completed forms can be uploaded to the Treasury Department.

Site Alteration (Fill) Permits

A Site Alteration permit may be required to place or dump fill, remove topsoil or fill or otherwise alter the grade of land.

Tile Drainage Loans

Installing tile drainage is a very common land improvement practice among farmers in Ontario. Corrugated plastic tubing, clay and concrete drain tile are installed beneath the surface of agricultural land to drain excess water from the crop root zone. The benefits of tile drainage for crop productivity, farm efficiency and even for reducing environmental impacts have been studied and are generally well known to farmers. For more information, visit OMAFA.

In Ontario, the Tile Loan Program, authorized by the Tile Drainage Act, provides loans to agricultural property owners to help them finance these tile drainage projects.

Landowners in The Township of Brock planning to install a tile drainage system on their agricultural land are eligible for a tile loan under The Tile Loan Program. 

To start the loan process, fill out the Drainage Loan Application Form (applications must be made on the prescribed form) and return to the Municipal Office to the attention of the Clerk's Department. Applications must be submitted to Council for approval.