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By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services

By-laws are put in place to ensure a safe and orderly community for all who live, work and play in Vaughan. Licences and permits are required to do many things in the city like running a business, hosting a special event, owning an animal and doing construction to your home.

News and updates

COVID-19 outbreak response

As part of the City’s ongoing efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, City Hall will remain closed to the public for the time-being. Services will be significantly limited during this time. Please check our web site often for service updates.

Council approves Emergency Measures By-law: Fines range from $500 to $100,000

During an electronic-participation special Council meeting on Wednesday, April 8, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council approved the Emergency Measures By-law.

Services affected

Other permits

Lottery Licence/Charitable Gaming applications must be submitted by mail or to the drop box at Vaughan City Hall, 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr., Vaughan, ON, L6A 1T1.

Event and filming permits are being reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

For more information, please e-mail bylaw@vaughan.ca or call 905-832-2281.

Parking infractions and other administrative monetary penalties

If an administrative monetary penalty, such as a parking ticket, is received, it can be paid online at PayVaughanTicket.com.

To arrange an alternative method of payment or to schedule an appointment to dispute the ticket, call Access Vaughan at 905-832-2281 within 15 days of receiving it. Failure to do so may result in extra fees and penalties.

By-law complaints and inquiries

For inquiries related to the City’s enforcement services or to register a complaint, call Access Vaughan at 905-832-2281. By-law officers continue to operate, patrol and respond to calls on a priority basis.

Continue to check this webpage for additional updates.

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If you have any questions, please contact our offices at 905-832-2281. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.