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Zoning

The Township of Perth East Zoning By-law is a legal document, which is used to control the use and development of properties and buildings. Zoning classifies properties into categories such as residential, commercial, industrial, institutional and agricultural. Each of these categories has legally enforceable regulations attached to them such as the allowable size of a property, the location and size of buildings on the property and the number of parking spaces that must be provided on the property.

Changes to the Zoning By-law may be obtained from time to time by following the applicable Zoning Amendment process. Zoning By-law amendments are reviewed and considered by Perth East at a public meeting of Council. Information regarding the Zoning By-law and application forms can be obtained at the Township of Perth East office during regular office hours or by using the links below.

The Citizens’ Guide – Zoning By-Laws is a resource from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing that provides more information. 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to speak with Township planning staff in person (typically building and planning staff are involved) prior to submitting a Zoning Amendment application. As planning staff are only in the Township Office on a scheduled basis, it is recommended that discussions/meetings be arranged ahead of time by contacting the Township Planner. 

Application for an Amendment to the Perth East Zoning By-law 30-1999

Township of Perth East Consolidated January 1 2026

Section 1 – General

Section 2 – Administration Enforcement and Penalties

Section 3 – Definitions

Section 4 – Zones and Interpretations

Section 5 – General Provisions

Section 6 – Agricultural Zone (A)

Section 7 – Agricultural Commercial Industrial Zone (ACM)

Section 8 – Mineral Aggregate Resources Zone (MAR)

Section 9 – Hamlet Village Residential Zone (HVR)

Section 10 – Hamlet Village Commercial Zone (HVC)

Section 11 – Mobile Modular Home Park Zone (MH)

Section 12 – Residential Zone (R1)

Section 13 – Residential Zone 2 (R2)

Section 14 – Residential Zone (R3)

Section 15 – Commercial (C1)

Section 16 – Highway Commercial Zone (C3)

Section 17 – Industrial Zone (M1)

Section 18 – Institutional Zone (IN)

Section 19 – Park and Recreation Zone (PR)

Section 20 – Natural Resources Environment Zone One (NRE1)

Section 21 – Natural Resources Environment Zone Two (NRE2)

Section 22 – Adjacent Land Overlay Area (AL)

Section 23 – Flood Plain Zone (FP)

Section 24 – Flood and Fill Constraint Area Overlay (FFCA)

Section 25 – Future Development Zone (FD)

Section 26 – Holding Zone (H)

Section 27 – Enactment

Consolidation History

Perth County is undertaking a review of the local Zoning By-laws for Perth East, Perth South, West Perth, and North Perth. This review is a chance to bring the existing Zoning By-laws from the early 2000’s into alignment with the County’s updated Official Plan, reflect current zoning practices, and meet the needs of local communities now and in the future. For more information, visit the project website at www.perthcounty.ca or email zblreview@perthcounty.ca to register for email updates.

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Planner (County of Perth – Perth East)

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Township of Perth East
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Perth County Open Air Fire Ban Lifted

PERTH COUNTY (August 25, 2025) – Effective at noon today, thanks to the recent rainfall, the open air fire ban will be lifted in the County of Perth, including the City of Stratford. Burn permits can now be issued and must abide by the respective municipality’s open air burn by-law.
With the monitoring of rainfall and vegetation conditions, Fire Chiefs are confident that residents can now safely burn. Please continue to practice safe burning by doing the following:

  •  Call your local fire department to obtain an open air burn permit.
  •  Closely supervise all outdoor fires. Make sure the fire is out before leaving the area.
  • Ensure that your open fire is the correct distance from all structures and other combustible materials.
  •  Never burn plastics, household garbage, construction debris, treated lumber or other laminate wood, tires, ashphalt products, pesticides, paint or aerosol containers, etc. These contain toxins that are harmful to people, animals and the environment when burned.
  • Avoid burning on windy days and be aware of wind direction when deciding to burn.
  • Never use gasoline or other flammable combustible liquids.

Have a source of water or equipment to move dirt/sand to extinguish the fire if necessary.
With weather conditions changing frequently during the summer months, we advise that the burn ban may be put back in place at anytime, if dry conditions return.
Farmers are still encouraged to be very careful with combining, as field fires can quickly overtake equipment, neighbouring crops and can spread quickly into adjacent woodlands. Having a fire extinguisher on board large equipment is highly recommended.
If you discover an uncontrolled/unattended open air fire, it is very important that you report fires immediately to 9-1-1. Do not delay reporting while attempting to control or extinguish the fire.
The Fire Chiefs in these municipalities wish to thank residents and visitors alike for their patience and co-operation during the fire ban.
If you have any questions regarding this order, please contact your local Fire Department.

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