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Encroachment
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Notice: This by-law is currently under review. Any questions about encroachment should be directed to the By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services department.


About the by-law

The City of Vaughan defines encroachment as any vegetation or landscaping from private property crossing onto all or a part of a public walkway, driveway or property. 
 
The Encroachment By-law 037-2017 (PDF) outlines rules to keep public properties safe, clear and accessible for all who use them.
 Picture of a sidewalk encroachment

Rules

  • Encroachments – including landscaping, vegetation and natural or man-made objects – cannot be located wholly or partially on the public boulevard or City parks or open spaces.

Enforcement

  • All unauthorized encroachments may be removed by the City at the owner’s expense.
  • The City does not investigate or enforce encroachment on private property as they are civil matters.

Picture of a property encroachment Picture of a property encroachment

 

 Contact Information

 

By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services

Phone: 905-832-2281

Fax: 905-832-8549

Email: bylaw@vaughan.ca

Location:
Vaughan City Hall, Level 100
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON  L6A 1T1
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 Related Links

 
  • By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services
  • Complaints
 

 Additional Resources

 
  • Encroachment By-law 037-2017 (PDF)
  • York Regional Police

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